BLESSING ISRAEL OR PREACHING JEWISH FABLES? Does Modern Israel Fulfill Biblical Prophecy? Explore a bold critique of Zionism, Jewish fables, and Christian support for political Israel.

 Are We Blessing Israel—or Preaching Jewish Fables

A Biblical Response to a Bold Sermon

In recent years, a growing number of Christians have begun questioning the widespread evangelical support for the modern state of Israel. A recent sermon—blunt, controversial, and unapologetically anti-Zionist—has gone viral in certain Christian circles. The preacher, drawing heavily from Titus 1:14 and Galatians 3, rebukes what he calls “Jewish fables,” denounces modern Israel as unbiblical, and warns Christians against blindly supporting a state that, in his view, rejects Christ and promotes war. His central claim? That many Christians today are mistaking political Zionism for biblical prophecy—and in doing so, they are honoring Antichrist ideology rather than the Lord Jesus Christ.

Let’s evaluate this message fairly and biblically.

The Biblical Basis: Spiritual vs. Ethnic Israel

One of the strongest points the preacher makes is the distinction between ethnic Israel and the spiritual Israel described in the New Testament. Paul makes this distinction clear:

“They are not all Israel who are of Israel…” (Romans 9:6)

“If you are Christ’s, then you are Abraham’s offspring, heirs according to promise.” (Galatians 3:29)

In these and other passages (Romans 2:28–29; Philippians 3:3), the apostle Paul teaches that belonging to God’s covenant is no longer determined by physical lineage or national identity, but by faith in Jesus Christ. The preacher rightly challenges the misuse of Genesis 12:3 ("I will bless those who bless you") by pointing out that this promise ultimately finds its fulfillment in Christ—not in the secular government of modern-day Israel. Galatians 3:16 makes that abundantly clear:

“He does not say, ‘And to seeds,’ as of many, but as of one, ‘And to your Seed,’ who is Christ.”

This theological correction is deeply important. It calls believers back to a Christ-centered interpretation of prophecy and a spiritual understanding of the Abrahamic promises.

The Danger of Blind Zionism

Many evangelical leaders—particularly in the United States—have taught that blessing Israel is the key to national prosperity and divine favor. Some even suggest that failing to support Israeli policies is equivalent to opposing God Himself. This “Zionism-as-theology” has led to a troubling trend where Christians cheer on military interventions, overlook injustices, or demonize Arabs and Palestinians—all in the name of defending “God’s chosen people.”

The preacher argues that such positions amount to preaching “Jewish fables”—traditions of men rather than truth from God. His appeal to Titus 1:14 (“not giving heed to Jewish fables and commandments of men that turn from the truth”) is pointed, though perhaps overly generalized.

Indeed, there is a fine line between honoring biblical Israel (and the Jewish roots of our faith) and exalting a modern political entity as if it were synonymous with God’s elect. Jesus Himself warned of false teachers who honored tradition over truth (Mark 7:7–13), and Paul confronted early Judaizers who sought to impose Old Covenant practices on New Covenant believers (Galatians 1–5). The preacher’s warning against such doctrinal confusion is needed—but his approach raises other concerns.

Tone and Delivery: Courageous or Combustive?

The sermon is nothing if not bold. But the question must be asked: Does the tone reflect the Spirit of Christ?

While the message includes legitimate biblical exegesis and historical documentation (e.g., the Balfour Declaration, the Rothschild connection, the USS Liberty incident), it veers into aggressive rhetoric and conspiratorial overtones. Terms like “fake Israel,” “hexagram flag,” and “Babylonian Talmud Satanism”. Some might find these truths distasteful. 

Nevertheless there is a difference between:

• Critiquing the religious system of modern Rabbinic Judaism (as Paul did),

• Opposing Zionist political ideology (as many Jews themselves do), and

• Demonizing the Jewish people as a whole (which is sin and error).

The preacher repeatedly affirms that his concern is theological, not racial—and that's important. But his tone lacks the gentleness and humility Paul commends in 2 Timothy 2:24–25:

“The Lord's servant must not be quarrelsome but kind to everyone, able to teach, patiently enduring evil, correcting his opponents with gentleness.”

While the preacher intends to rebuke deception, he also has a duty to reflect Christ’s heart for the lost—including Jews, Muslims, and nominal Christians alike.

Discernment and Doctrine: Sound or Suspect?

The preacher rightly calls for biblical discernment. He challenges believers to “demand chapter and verse” when someone claims modern events fulfill prophecy. That’s a healthy practice. Many popular teachings about Israel, the rapture, and end-times prophecy are based more on tradition (and Scofield footnotes) than on careful exegesis.

His critique of Scofield theology is especially noteworthy. The Scofield Reference Bible did much to popularize dispensationalism, but it also introduced a two-track salvation system (Jews under Law, Gentiles under grace) that runs contrary to the unity of the gospel. That needs to be called out—and more pastors should have the courage to do so.

However, the preacher’s endorsement of John R. Rice's views as final authority is somewhat ironic. While Rice offered thoughtful critiques of Zionism, he also rejected some aspects of charismatic and Spirit-filled theology that others consider biblically valid. In short: no man is the standard—only Scripture is.

In Summary: Truth, Love, and the Whole Counsel of God

This sermon, for all its flaws, raises essential questions the modern church must face:

• Are we interpreting prophecy in light of Christ, or in light of the headlines?

• Are we aligning with the heart of God for all nations, or entangled in political agendas?

• Are we supporting Israel as a nation in need of the gospel—or treating it as a sacred talisman that guarantees blessings?

The answer lies not in knee-jerk loyalty or emotional detachment—but in the whole counsel of God.

Yes, ethnic Jews need salvation in Christ. Yes, we must avoid Judaizing Christianity with extra-biblical traditions. Yes, modern Israel is not identical to ancient covenant Israel.

But we must also speak truth in love, honor the roots of our faith, and extend the gospel without compromise—or contempt.

“For there is no distinction between Jew and Greek; the same Lord is Lord of all, bestowing his riches on all who call on Him.” (Romans 10:12)