Prophetic Proofs That Jesus is the Messiah w/Jonathan McLatchie

It’s falling out of favour because it’s illogical. I can foretell the sinking of the Titanic, after the fact. The same way the anonymous Gospel writers did in the New Testament with regards to the Messianic status of Jesus.

God created the universe and the laws that govern it, like science and logic, much of which is lacking in many Christians.

Furthermore, Apologists seem to have thrown out the idea of Jesus being the “Messiah” and have jumped the shark, against all biblical, historical, and scientific evidence, to promote the idea that Jesus is literally God.

Why stop at the messiah when you can have God right.

Why does the Bayesian analysis only consider pieces of evidence in favor of the hypothesis that Christianity is true? This seems like a shaky argument. If you have 0 pieces of evidence that are more likely given that Jesus is NOT the Messiah, or 500 pieces of such evidence, the model given in the video will treat these two situations as the same. @Testify

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*Title: The Cosmic Genesis: An Ode to the Tree of Life and the Seed of Existence*

*Abstract:*
This paper is a synthesis of the profound dialogue between the cosmos and the Tree of Life, a narrative that marries the scientific genesis of the universe with the spiritual symbolism found in scripture. It is an artistic and poetic reflection on the origins of all that is, viewed through the lens of beauty and wisdom.

*Introduction:*
In the beginning, there was a seed—a singularity from which the vast universe sprang forth, much like the biblical Tree of Life, a source of boundless growth and eternal knowledge. This paper explores the parallels between the cosmic seed of the universe and the Tree of Life, interweaving the humility inherent in scientific discovery with the reverence prescribed by faith.

*The Seed of the Cosmos:*
Just as a seed contains the blueprint of the tree it will become, the singularity held within it the laws of physics that would govern the expansion and evolution of the cosmos. This moment of creation echoes the scriptural depiction of the Tree of Life, standing at the center of the Garden, a symbol of the interconnectedness of all life and knowledge.

*The Sprouting of Existence:*
From the cosmic seed, the universe unfurled its branches, reaching out across the void. Galaxies, stars, and planets blossomed like leaves and fruit, each a testament to the intricate design and purposeful unfolding of the Creator's plan—a plan that science seeks to understand and scripture seeks to celebrate.

*The Virtue of Humility:*
In the pursuit of knowledge, both scientific and spiritual, humility remains a guiding principle. It is the recognition that, like Newton standing on the shoulders of giants, we build upon the discoveries and insights of those who came before us. We must eschew the arrogance that leads to plagiarism and embrace the humility that fosters true innovation and reverence for the divine.

*Conclusion:*
The universe, in its majestic expanse, is a cosmic Tree of Life, with its roots in the primordial seed and its branches stretching into the heavens. As we seek to comprehend its origins and our place within it, we are reminded of the beauty and wisdom that emerge when science and scripture, knowledge and belief, humility and reverence, converge in a harmonious ode to existence.

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This paper serves as a reminder of the awe-inspiring nature of our universe and the humble pursuit of understanding it. It is a call to reflect on the beauty and wisdom that science and faith, together, can reveal about the tapestry of life and the origins of all that is.

As someone who has studied this topic for years, I found this presentation to be the most coherent treatment of the subject. I would like a transcript if possible, or if Dr McClatchie has a book outlining these points I would like to buy a copy.

I personally recommend those who are interested in Jewish Apologetics to read

1. Real Kosher Jesus
Dr. Micheal brown

2. Answering jewish objections to Jesus
Dr. Micheal brown

3. Jesus - The Jewish theologian
-Brad H young

4. Paul - The Jewish theologian
Brad H young

5. Paul and Jesus
James D Taybor

6. What Rabbi's know about the Messiah
- Rachmiel frydland

7. The Messiah texts
Raphael patai

8. Refuting Rabbinic Objections to Christianity & Messianic Prophecies
Book by Eitan Bar

This is like a two hour sermon!! Great information my guys.

I always love hearing Johnathan’s insights on the Bible and theology . And, although I don’t have many doubts, it’s these types of videos squashes my doubts and feeds my hunger to know God more.

Isaiah 52/53 does not apply to Jesus. He came close. That's all. "Just as there were many who were appalled at him[c]—
his appearance was so disfigured beyond that of any human being and his form marred beyond human likeness"
Since Jesus could still walk and speak and was identified as Jesus. He did not fulfil the prophecy. The described injuries woul dloead to several brocken bones in the face and the rest of the body. That would even violate a second prophecy: “Not one of His bones will be broken.”

So is Zechariah 9 only the first coming of Jesus or a mix between the first and the second? Cause if the former, the worldwide peace doesn't fit. And if the latter, then why is there another coming in Zechariah 14?

Zechariah 14 prophecises that the Festival of Tabernacles (verses 16-19) and sacrifices of food (20-21) will continue in the future kingdom. How does that work since Christianity stopped those practices? I mean, I guess God could bring them back, but it seems really odd. The Catholic Church even teaches that "the matter pertaining to the law of the Old Testament, of the Mosaic law, which are divided into ceremonies, sacred rites, sacrifices, and sacraments, (...) after our Lord’s coming had been signified by them, ceased, and the sacraments of the New Testament began; and that whoever, even after the passion, placed hope in these matters of the law and submitted himself to them as necessary for salvation, as if faith in Christ could not save without them, sinned mortally. (...) they cannot be observed without the loss of eternal salvation." (Cantate Domino by pope Eugene IV)

Good presentation. But the Greek word latrevo isn't used in the Septuagint of Daniel 7:13-14. The word there is doulevo, 'to serve.' That being said, it doesn't really matter because the Aramaic term palach does refer to the service and worship of gods in Daniel, exclusively, if I remember right.

My conclusion is that the Servant of Isaiah is 'both' Israel and the Messiah, because the Messiah Jesus 'is'the true Israel within himself as a whole. He called himself the Temple of God (the center of Israel's identity and worship) for that reason. In the NT, Christians are called the "body" of Christ, the New Jerusalem, and the Temple in which the spirit dwells.

When we see the OT speak of Israel as a nation, it calls it "God's Firstborn son". As Paul says, the OT laws and institutions were "shadows of a greater reality in Christ". Isaiah often speaks of an individual coming 'from' Israel as to be the servant, this kingly figure of the root of Jesse (throne of David), 'and' Israel. And so both Jesus is the Suffering Servant in the ultimate respect, but his followers (who become New Jerusalem, Jew and Gentile), who also "suffer with him", also become suffering servants in their own right. In him, and with him. Especially the martyrs.

So Jesus is Israel embodied, perfectly, and sinless, so that we may enter "his gates" ("I am the door"), and be a part of this great nation in him. As a tree with its vines. But it also means becoming suffering servants with him in the process, carrying our own crosses as he said. As Paul said in Romans 11, all of physical Israel will be saved by the faithful remnant of spiritual Israel, faithful Jews and the Gentile ingrafting, to make "Israel jealous", to that they may follow along with faith and be re-grafted into their own tree again, which is Christ, who is the "true Israel" along with all its conjoined citizens.

I keep faith even though it’s been a tough three years. Faith will always defeat the enemy. Lord give me strength as a single mother I’m struggling to make ends meet. Both of my sons are special needs and require much from me. So Lord Jesus I turn to you as I struggle to buy groceries, and as I struggle to pay the rent every month. There are many different obstacles that I face. Sometimes I want to give up. But it’s great knowing I can turn to our Heavenly Father he is always there for us. God gives all of us strength to face another day.

This is great stuff. Erik you introduced me to Jonathan M. Some time ago. Thx for that I’m gonna watch this again it’s rich in knowledge.

Here are two more:

1) God told us Messiah's name would be Joshua/Yehoshua/Yeshua.
Zechariah said that the High Priest Joshua (called both in scripture Yehoshua and Yeshua) represents the Branch, the Messiah and he shall do x, y and z.

2) God said Messiah would come during the time of the second temple.

The latter glory of this house shall be greater than the former, says the LORD of hosts. And IN THIS PLACE I will give peace, declares the LORD of hosts.’”.
- Haggai 2:8

And he [Messiah] shall be their peace....
- Micah 5:5

So when did God give peace at the second temple?

There were multiple wars and battles seen during the second temple period in the land. Even the temple met it's end by war.

But if the peace refered to here is the Prince of Peace, the Peace of Israel than certainly the coming of Christ to the temple does indeed fulfill the promise of God.