In this second part of the House of David podcast, Pastor Eric and his sister Gabi, continue exploring the theological question of whether God is done with Israel, emphasizing the distinction between individual and national salvation. Pastor Eric explains that while individual Jews, like all people, must accept Christ for salvation, God’s covenant with Israel as a nation remains intact. Biblical prophecy foretells the regathering and restoration of Israel, which began with the Zionist movement and continues today. Gabi and Eric cite scripture to demonstrate that Israel’s return to the land precedes its national salvation, which will occur when Christ returns. They also highlight the historical role of Christian Zionists in supporting Jewish Aliyah and the establishment of the modern State of Israel, reinforcing the belief that God's promises to Israel are still being fulfilled.
The Mystery of The Rapture |S5:E11|
In this closing episode of season five of the House of David podcast, Gabi and Pastor Eric explore the mystery of the Rapture, derived from the Latin rapio and Greek harpazō, meaning "to catch up" or "to take away." Centering on passages like 1 Corinthians 15:51-52 and 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, Pastor Eric explains the Rapture as a sudden, transformative event where believers, living and dead, are "caught up" to meet Christ. While its timing—pre-, mid-, or post-tribulation—is debated, Pastor Eric supports a pre-tribulation view, citing verses like Revelation 3:10 and Luke 21:36, which imply believers will escape God’s judgment. He distinguishes the "trumpet of God" from Revelation’s judgment trumpets, linking it to the redemptive shofar. The Shofar, associated with redemption and God's covenant, stands in contrast to the trumpets of judgment in Revelation, suggesting that the Rapture may be a redemptive call rather than a battle cry. Ultimately, the key takeaway is the importance of watching and being prepared for Christ's return, as the exact timing of the Rapture is unknown but imminent.