Israelology is simply the study of the House of Israel and the House of Judah which under King David were united as the Kingdom of Israel. It has to do with how Israel began, what happened to it and what that means to us today. Did you know that understanding Israel’s relationship to God will affect how you relate to Him?
The Houses of Israel and Judah dominate the scriptures from the time of King David until they were both sent into captivity. God sent the House of Israel into captivity to Assyria, where they lost their national identity. Never the less, the Biblical prophets continued to prophesy of their actions and their future. The House of Judah went into captivity for 70 years in Babylon, after which only a remnant of them returned to Judea. Each House had a destiny to fulfill. These destinies are still being worked out today. God is fulfilling all of the prophecies as they relate to these Houses and to us personally.
What drives the destiny of these Houses? Many in the Church have heard the term “birthright” applied to the Tribes of Israel but without a clear understanding of its importance. Even fewer know that it has two parts, the Dominion Mandate (Rulership) and the Fruitfulness Mandate (to establish the Kingdom). These Mandates are what Jacob purchased and stole from his brother Esau. Before he died, he bestowed one on the House of Israel and the other on the House of Judah. Jesus was the recipient of one of these Mandates in His first incarnation. He will soon return to receive the other.
Israelology is not just another Bible Study. It contains information that is not taught in most churches today. By the time you finish reading this book, you will understand more about God’s Plan of Redemption and how it relates to Israel. The term Israel is used different ways, at different times, in the Bible. You need to know which Israel God is referring to in the Scriptures. In addition, you need to understand how you fit into His Plan.