Something for Jerusalem to Celebrate

Is a time of peace and safety still possible in Jerusalem? According to Bible prophecy, it will serve as a model city for the entire world. But only under the righteous government of God, compassionately administered through Jesus Christ, will such a wonderful time arrive.

Jesus will bring to fulfillment many prophetic passages that picture a glorious future for Jerusalem. At Christ's coming, King David will be resurrected to eternal life to lead all of Israel into paths of righteousness, peace and justice (Jeremiah 30:9; Ezekiel 37:24-25). The "Israel" referred to in these prophecies includes far more peoples than just the tribe of Judah. (If you would like to understand more, please request our free booklet The United States and Britain in Bible Prophecy.)

Some 3,000 years ago, David began a healing process when he was crowned king of the 12 tribes of Israel in Hebron. Notice what the tribes said during his coronation acclamation: "Indeed, we are your bone and your flesh. Also, in time past, even when Saul was king, you were the one who led Israel out and brought them in; and the Lord your God said to you, 'You shall shepherd My people Israel . . .'" (1 Chronicles 11:1-2).

King David's coronation in ancient Israel foreshadowed a far greater future coronation: that of Jesus the Messiah. Jesus Christ will return not only as a conquering King, but also as a loving Shepherd. He will heal and unify a world torn by strife and sin. Then Jerusalem will at last see true and lasting peace for the benefit of all peoples throughout the entire world. GN