The Bible speaks about supporting Israel mainly through promises God made to Abraham and his descendants, the people of Israel. Key points include:
- God promises to bless those who bless Israel and curse those who curse Israel (Genesis 12:3). This is a main biblical foundation for supporting Israel, showing that blessing Israel aligns with God's purposes and brings blessings to those who do so.
- Israel is chosen by God as His "treasured possession" and "holy people" (Deuteronomy 7:6-8). Supporting Israel recognizes this special divine status.
- Christians owe a debt to Israel for spiritual blessings because the covenants, promises, law, prophets, and salvation all came through the Jewish people (Romans 9:4-5, John 4:22). Supporting Israel is partly honoring this spiritual heritage.
- The Bible foretells conflict involving Israel but also God's ongoing protection and ultimate restoration of Israel (Isaiah 27:6, Zechariah 2:8, Psalm 121). Supporting Israel involves standing with God's plan rather than political or military endorsement of all actions.
- God's covenant promises about Israel's land, nation, blessing, and protection are reiterated throughout scripture (Genesis 15:18-21; Numbers 34; Daniel 2:44). Supporting Israel aligns with believing in God's faithful fulfillment of these promises.
Thus, biblical support for Israel is rooted in God's covenant with Abraham and the spiritual significance of Israel in God's redemptive plan. Supporting Israel is encouraged as both obedience to God's word and gratitude for the spiritual blessings received through the Jewish people. At the same time, support does not necessarily mean endorsing everything politically but upholding Israel’s right to exist and praying for its peace in accordance with biblical prophecy and God's promises.
