The Gibeonites, a Canaanite people who deceived Israel into making a treaty, became temple servants and an integral part of Israelite society. Their story highlights God’s justice, the importance of honoring covenants, and His ability to incorporate outsiders into His divine plan.
God’s redemptive plan beautifully weaves the destinies of Jews, Gentiles, and the Church, each fulfilling unique roles across dispensations. In the Church Age, Jewish believers join the Body of Christ and inherit heavenly promises while Israel awaits its national restoration in the Millennial Kingdom.
The Law of Moses provided Israel with a comprehensive guide to holiness, worship, and societal order, yet it pointed beyond itself to the ultimate fulfillment in Jesus Christ. Through His perfect life and sacrifice, Christ completed the requirements of the Law, ushering in the Dispensation of Grace and inviting believers to live by faith in His finished work.
The study of biblical covenants is essential for understanding God’s redemptive plan for humanity, particularly His promises to Israel.