Jehoshua is on the throne of David in New Jerusalem and He is the King of a New Israel
Jehoshua as King part 2
In verse 31 of Luke 1, the angel tells Mary that she will conceive in her womb. However, unlike the Matthew narrative of Jehoshua's birth, the word concieve isn't rendered from gennao (begotten) but rather from the Greek word "sullambano" (Strongs 4815) and means "to clasp, i.e. sieze (arrest, capture); to aid, to catch, conceive, help, take." The word "conceived" used here in regards to Mary conceiving Jehoshua is not from gennao i.e. begotten. When begotten is used in regards to the birth of Jehoshua it is used only in reference to the work of the Holy Spirit overhadowing Mary. The Holy Spirit is eqauted with the power of God the Father. So clearly it is God the Father that begat Jehoshua not Mary. Mary gave birth to Jehoshua by bringing Him forth in travail (tikto) but God the Father begat/conceived (gennao) Jehoshua in Mary's womb. The Holy Spirit was very careful in how these words were penned in the birth narratives of Jehoshua. The Holy Spirit wants us to know who did the begetting of Jehoshua and make the distinction between begotten (conception) and bringing forth in travail (birthing out process). The Holy Spirit makes it crystal clear that it was the Father who did the begetting and Mary who did the bringing forth. With this understanding of who did the begetting of Jehoshua then we can rightly intepret John 3:16-18 and 1 John chapter 5 in regards to what time frame these verses refer to when talking about Jehoshua being the begotten as the Son of God. Let's look at 2 verses from Luke 1 and see the reference by the angel regarding the fulfillment of the covenant made with David back in 2 Samuel: 32He shall be great, and shall be called the Son of the Most High: and the Lord God shall give unto him the throne of his father David:33and he shall reign over the house of Jacob for ever; and of his kingdom there shall be no end. Most in Christendom has missed out on the significance of this passage and have almost totally made of none effect the most important prophecy about Jehoshua in that He is the prophesied final King of Israel. Jehoshua's Kingship is the most important aspect of His ministerial office and Him being King is His most important identity. Without Him being King, then He can't possibly be our Saviour. Christendom has missed out on this as they have made Jehoshua God Almighty instead of God Almighty's predestined King of Israel. Jehovah God had a covenant relationship with His anointed kings of Israel who were of the line of David. They were His begotten (adopted) son's. Israel was God's national son (Exodus 4:2×; Hosea 11:1). The royal offspring of David was God's Son (1 Chronicles 17:13; Psalm 2:6-7, 12; 89:26-27). Jehoshua's Sonship is twofold as He is from the family descent of David and the prophesied King of Israel making Him God's Son according to the covenant made with David. However, Messiah also possesses a divine Sonship having been uniquely begotten (miraculous virgin birth) by Jehovah God. We cannot seperate Jehoshua's Sonship from His Kingship as they go hand in hand and they must due to the covenantal promise made to Jehoshua's father David. The angel tells Mary in verse 32 that it is Jehovah God that will give Jehoshua the throne of David. This is another passage that Christendom overlooks as they have basically cast God the Father as an afterthought making Jehoshua Himself God Almighty thereby often times failing to acknowledge that everything that Jehoshua possesses (including His Kingship) was given to Him by the Father. Also, the angel connects Jehoshua being the Son of God with His being given the throne of David and hence His Kingship. Later to be echoed in Hebrews 1:8-9, Jehoshua's Kingdom is prophesied to be eternal and have no end. Whereas past kings were mortal and died and their reigns were cut short by sin, Jehoshua has been made immortal by God the Father due to His victory over sin and the world. The angel says that Jehoshua will reign over the House of Israel (Jacob). The House of Israel is the Church as all believers in Messiah regardless of race are grafted into the House of Israel. Those who were gentiles of the faith who put their faith in the blood of the Son of God are now citizens of the Commonwealth of Israel (Ephesians 2). One of the other texts that proves that Gentiles who become born again are grafted into the Israelite kingdom of Jehoshua is Colossians 1: 12-13: 12Giving thanks unto the Father, which hath made us meet to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints in light:13Who hath delivered us from the power of darkness, and hath translated us into the kingdom of his dear Son: God the Father qaulified us (once Gentiles) to be partakers of the inheritance of the saints which is Israel (Ephesians 2:12; 19; Ephesians 3:6). "Translated" transferred. When Jehovah God redeems a sinner He transfers them from Satan's kingdom to the Kingdom of His Son, Jehoshua Messiah. The bible says that Jehoshua would be King over Israel and no other nation. As King of Israel Jehoshua will rule over all nations but His Kingship is rooted and connected to Israel. So when Colossians says that the Father translated us into His Son's Kingdom, it can only mean that we are translated into the Kingdom of Israel for Jehoshua was prophesied to be King over no other nation than Israel. The Kingdom of Jehoshua Messiah is the equivalent to the Kingdom of Israel. Jehoshua is not a King over gentiles but only Israel. He does not have one kingdom for Jews and one for Gentiles. He does not have one kingdom for "Christian's" and one for ethnic "Jews". Jehoshua has only one Kingship of one Kingdom and that is Israel. Luke 1:32-33 confirms that Jehoshua's Kingship is over the House of Israel not something called the "gentile" church and that He sits on David's throne which is the equivalent to sitting on the throne of Jehovah God (1 Chronicles 29:23, 2 Samuel 7:16). Infact, the new covenant that Jehoshua established by His blood which inaugurated His Kingdom was made with the House of Israel and never a gentile Church. Jeremiah 31:31-34 (ASV) 31Behold, the days come, saith Jehovah, that I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel, and with the house of Judah:32not according to the covenant that I made with their fathers in the day that I took them by the hand to bring them out of the land of Egypt; which my covenant they brake, although I was a husband unto them, saith Jehovah.33But this is the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel after those days, saith Jehovah: I will put my law in their inward parts, and in their heart will I write it; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people:34and they shall teach no more every man his neighbor, and every man his brother, saying, Know Jehovah; for they shall all know me, from the least of them unto the greatest of them, saith Jehovah: for I will forgive their iniquity, and their sin will I remember no more. This passage is quoted twice in the book of Hebrews and is one and the same as the new covenant that Jehoshua established. Luke says that Jehoshua would reign as King over the House of Israel forever, the same House of Israel that the new covenant was made with. The cry in Christendom constantly is that they are not Israelites therefore they need not keep Jehovah's commandments. Unbeknownst to them, is that by saying this they deny themselves the inheritance of the saints and thus are outside the Kingdom of Jehoshua Messiah. They deny the reign of the Son of God in their lives as by their own profession they place themselves outside of the only Kingdom that He is King of. What does the bible say will happen to those who deny the reign of Jehoshua over them? Luke 19:27 (KJV) 27But those mine enemies, which would not that I should reign over them, bring hither, and slay them before me. Jehoshua is going to have those that refuse His reign (Kingship) over their lives killed. This will happen after His second advent when He comes to establish His Kingdom on earth. Jehoshua is already the King of Israel so those who claim His name must allow Him to reign over their lives. Isaiah 9:6 (ASV) 6For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder: and his name shall be called Wonderful, Counsellor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.7Of the increase of his government and of peace there shall be no end, upon the throne of David, and upon his kingdom, to establish it, and to uphold it with justice and with righteousness from henceforth even for ever. The zeal of Jehovah of hosts will perform this. This is one of the most famous verses within Christian/Messianic faith. At the beginning of verse 6, we see the prophecy of the virign birth i.e. a child is born (begotten) and a son (Son of God) is given to us (John 3:16, Galatians 4:4). "The government shall be upon His shoulder" refers to the Son of God's Kingdom as He is the final King of Israel. Jehoshua will rule over the world, first in the midst of His enemies (new covenant Church age) and later in the millennium. The knowledge of Jehovah God will spread throughout the new heaven and new earth during the millennium and beyond. Jehoshua will administer the Kingdom of Jehovah God here on this earth from new Jerusalem. The titles Wondeful, Counsellor, the Mighty God, Everlasting Father and Prince of Peace reflect the Son of God's divinity and precious work as Mediator. Wonderful, Counsellor- Extraordinary revealer of divine wisdom (Isaiah 25:1; 28:29) of whom Solomon was a shadow (1 Kings 10:23-24). The Mighty God- this can also be rendered "Divine Warrior". The word "Mighty" comes from the Hebrew word "gibbowr" (Strongs 1368) and means " valiant man, mighty (man, one), strong (man), powerful, warrior, tyrant, champion, chief". The word "God" comes from the Hebrew word "El" (410) and means "strength, mighty, especially the Almighty (but used also of any deity): - God (god), X goodly, X great, idol, might(-y one), power, strong." The word God (El) in the Hebrew has a flexible meaning and when used it does not automatically refer to the Almighty God but it can also be used for one that is "Mighty" or exceedingly great, the word is also used of any deity whether an idol or angels (fallen or not). In the case of Jehoshua, the use of the word "God" refers to Him being a Mighty One who is divine (divine as a result of the resurrection). The word "gibbowr" in which "Mighty" comes from means "Warrior" hence this title can also be understood as "Divine Warrior". Jehoshua made divine at the resurrection will return to the earth as a Warrior to overthrow the governments of this world and establish His Kingdom on earth in a real physical way. Even now, our Messiah is a Warrior up in heaven ruling in the midst of His enemies (Psalm 110:2). Jehoshua's enemies are on this earth as the rulers take counsel together against Jehoshua's God and against Jehoshua who is the anointed (Messiah) of Jehovah God (Psalm 2:2-3). The book of Revelation culminates in Jehoshua bringing the nations of the earth under submission and some to destruction by force as He will wage war against the nations of this world for their wickedness. Jehoshua will tread the winepress of His Father's wrath (Revelation 19) when He returns to the earth with the armies of heaven to smite the nations and rule over them with a rod of iron. One can say "Like Father, like Son". In Exodus 15, we read that Jehovah is called a "Man of war". Exodus 15:3 (ASV) 3Jehovah is a man of war: Jehovah is his name. Part of Jehovah God's character is Him being a "Warrior, Soldier". Jehovah who is the Almighty God uses man to carry out His justice and vengeance. At the end of this age, He will use His glorified Son Jehoshua to execute His (Jehovah's) war plan. King David was one of these men along with others like Joshua, son of Nun and Caleb. He even uses unbelieving pagans to carry out His justice and vengeance. Zechariah 14 details the second advent describing Jehovah fighting on behalf of Jerusalem against the wicked gentile nations. Of course, Jehoshua will be the one doing the actual fighting but He will be doing it as Jehovah God's proxy. Remember the book of Revelation 19 has Jehoshua fighting the war on behalf of the Almighty God (John 17:3). Jehoshua is Jehovah God's agent and vice-regent. Zechariah 14:1-3 (ASV) 1Behold, a day of Jehovah cometh, when thy spoil shall be divided in the midst of thee.2For I will gather all nations against Jerusalem to battle; and the city shall be taken, and the houses rifled, and the women ravished; and half of the city shall go forth into captivity, and the residue of the people shall not be cut off from the city.3Then shall Jehovah go forth, and fight against those nations, as when he fought in the day of battle. 4And his feet shall stand in that day upon the mount of Olives, which is before Jerusalem on the east; and the mount of Olives shall be cleft in the midst thereof toward the east and toward the west, [and there shall be] a very great valley; and half of the mountain shall remove toward the north, and half of it toward the south. This passage describes the second advent in which Jehoshua will land His feet on the mount of olives as foretold by the angel of Jehovah in Acts 1:11-12. Jehoshua as Jehovah's proxy King and Divine Warrior (Mighty God) will represent Jehovah in the battle of Armageddon. Numbers 21:14-15 (ASV) 14Wherefore it is said in the book of the Wars of Jehovah, Vaheb in Suphah, And the valleys of the Arnon,15And the slope of the valleys That inclineth toward the dwelling of Ar, And leaneth upon the border of Moab. There was a non canonical book called the "wars of Jehovah". Jehovah is a God of war and He uses His agents to execute His war plans. As mentioned before, He even uses unbelievers to do this. At the end of this age He will use His begotten Son Jehoshua to execute His (Jehovah's) war strategy in the battle of Armageddon. Since Jehovah is not a man and is an immortal Spirit, He will not literally land His feet (because He doesn't have feet) on the mount of olives but rather His Son Jehoshua who is a Man will land His feet on the mount of olives representing His Father in the war for Jerusalem. Jehoshua is called the "everlasting father" in Isaiah 9:6 which is another one of His titles. This title does not mean that Jehoshua is God the Father for even the trinity doctrine doesnot teach that. This title can also be rendered as "father of eternity" or "ruler of eternity" as in Hebraic expression the term "father" can also be used as a metaphor for a ruler. Jehoshua is indeed the ruler of eternity which is the future age or the age to come. Many texts in the new testament support this regarding Jehoshua. The title "everlasting father" also refers to the Son of God's benevolent authority and eternal care for His people. Let's look at an interesting verse in Isaiah 22:21-25 which says that Jehovah's servant "Eliakim" will be a father to the inhabitants of Jerusalem and the house of Judah. Isaiah 22:21-25 (ASV) 21and I will cloth him with thy robe, and strengthen him with thy girdle, and I will commit thy government into his hand; and he shall be a father to the inhabitants of Jerusalem, and to the house of Judah.22And the key of the house of David will I lay upon his shoulder; and he shall open, and none shall shut; and he shall shut, and none shall open.23And I will fasten him as a nail in a sure place; and he shall be for a throne of glory to his father`s house.24And they shall hang upon him all the glory of his father`s house, the offspring and the issue, every small vessel, from the cups even to all the flagons.25In that day, saith Jehovah of hosts, shall the nail that was fastened in a sure place give way; and it shall be hewn down, and fall; and the burden that was upon it shall be cut off; for Jehovah hath spoken it. Eliakim, son of Hilkiah, succeeded Shebna to become finance minister for King Hezekiah. Here he is called Jehovah's servant who as finance administrator was the second in command to the king. The language used of Eliakim in verse 21 is similar to language used of Jehoshua. Like Eliakim, Jehoshua was clothed with the righteousness of Jehovah (Jehoshua's baptism) and Jehovah strengthened Jehoshua (girdle) during His life especially during His Kingdom gospel ministry (Hebrews 5:7; Matthew 4). Isaiah prophesies that Eliakim will be a father to the inhabitants of Jerusalem and the house of Judah (verse 21). Those chosen to be servants by Jehovah in positions of authority, namely King, High Priest and other administrative positions, were like father's to the people they served. They were looked up to as role models for the people and representatives of Jehovah God. The term "Father" can also be a metaphor for "ruler". Since Jehoshua is our King and the author of eternal life (Hebrews 12:2) then the title "everlasting Father" is a perfect fit for Him since He is the King (ruler, father) of an everlasting Kingdom. Hebrews 5:9 (ASV) 9and having been made perfect, he became unto all them that obey him the author of eternal salvation; Jehoshua is the author (cause) of eternal (everlasting) salvation. The word "author" comes from the Greek word "aitios" (Strongs 159) and means "causative, i.e. (concretely) a causer: - author". It can also be said that Jehoshua is the Father (cause) of eternal salvation as the term "Father" is also used metaphorically to denote bringing something into existence for example:. The CEO of such and such a company "Fathered" in the 401 K benefits program for the employess of said company. The reference of Jehoshua being the Firstborn of many brethren alludes to Him being the "Father of eternity". Jehoshua is also called the first fruits of them that slept. Romans 8:29 (KJV) 29For whom he did foreknow, he also did predestinate to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he might be the firstborn among many brethren. The title firstborn is twofold in regards to Jehoshua, for one He was literally the firstborn from the dead as the first person ever to rise from the dead and being given everlasting life and ascended to heaven. Also, firstborn denotes that He is Jehovah God's chosen ruler i.e. Chief in rank. In Colossians 1:15, Jehoshua is called the firstborn of every creature meaning that Messiah has preeminent status (Psalm 89:27). The Son of God is supreme over all creation. Although firstborn can sometimes refer to temporal status, here in Colossians 1, the context is in regards to the new creation and Jehoshua being the ruler of the new creation and the Church. In verse 18, Jehoshua's resurrection is highlighted as the reason why He has preeminence over all things. Paul connects the word "beginning" with Jehoshua being the Firstborn from the dead (verse 18) which is connected with Him being head of the body which is the Church. Jehoshua was predestined and ordained before the foundation of the world to be the Messiah, Son of God and King of Israel (1 Peter 1:18-20). However, it was His resurrection that confirmed that He was the Messiah and affirmed that He is the preeminent ruler over the new creation (the resurrected saints). Paul is stating in Colossians 1:15-18, that as a result of Jehoshua's resurrection, He is the firstborn (preeminent) ruler over all creation notably the new creation (resurrected saints) and the Church i.e. Kingdom of Israel. Psalm 110 comes to mind regarding Jehoshua being granted rulership over creation as a result of His resurrection. Psalm 110:1 (ASV) 1Jehovah saith unto my Lord, Sit thou at my right hand, Until I make thine enemies thy footstool. This Messianic Psalm is tied to the resurrection and ascension to glory of the Son of God. Jehovah places and anoints Jehoshua to sit down on His (Jah's) right hand in the most holy place. Jehoshua is installed as the King of Israel and sat on the Davidic throne (Hebrews 1:8-9). In Psalm 89:37, the throne of David is said to be established as a faithful witness in heaven. Peter the apostle confirms that the resurrection resulted in Jehoshua being placed on the Davidic throne fulfilling Jehovah's promise to David (2 Samuel 7). Acts 2:29-36 (KJV) 29Men and brethren, let me freely speak unto you of the patriarch David, that he is both dead and buried, and his sepulchre is with us unto this day. 30Therefore being a prophet, and knowing that God had sworn with an oath to him, that of the fruit of his loins, according to the flesh, he would raise up Christ to sit on his throne;31He seeing this before spake of the resurrection of Christ, that his soul was not left in hell, neither his flesh did see corruption.32This Jesus hath God raised up, whereof we all are witnesses.33Therefore being by the right hand of God exalted, and having received of the Father the promise of the Holy Ghost, he hath shed forth this, which ye now see and hear.34For David is not ascended into the heavens: but he saith himself, The LORD said unto my Lord, Sit thou on my right hand,35Until I make thy foes thy footstool.36Therefore let all the house of Israel know assuredly, that God hath made that same Jesus, whom ye have crucified, both Lord and Christ.
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