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3) Prophecies about Jesus Christ
There is general consistency throughout the Bible regarding individuals, nations, events and the purpose of God and Jesus Christ. Just one of the consistent themes is the role and life of Jesus Christ. The table below shows the consistency in theme between the Old and New Testaments about Jesus.
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Old Testament Prophecy |
New Testament Fulfilment |
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Malachi 3:1 A messenger would be sent before Messiah. |
Matthew 3:3 John the Baptist came before Jesus |
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Numbers 24:17, Deut. 18:15 God would send a prophet from the tribe of Judah. |
Matthew 2:6 Jesus was from the tribe of Judah |
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Isaiah 7:14 A virgin would conceive the Son of God |
Matthew 1:23 |
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Micah 5:2 Jesus would be born in Bethlehem Ephratah |
Matthew 2:5 |
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Jeremiah 31:15 Mourning of the death of children at Ramah |
Matthew 2:18 |
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Hosea 11:1 Jesus would live in Egypt as a child |
Matthew 2:15 |
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Isaiah 9:1-2 Jesus would live and preach in Galilee |
Matthew 2:22-23 |
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Daniel 9:24-27 Messiah’s would confirm the covenant 3.5 years (1 week = 1 year) |
Jesus ministry lasted 3.5 years |
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Zechariah 11:12 Sold for 30 pieces of silver |
Matthew 27:9 |
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Psalm 22:8 Scorning at Mesiah’s crucifixion Psalm 22:14 Poured out like water Psalm 22:18 Parting of garments by lot |
Matthew 27:39-43 John 19:34 Matthew 27:35 |
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Isaiah 53:8 Jesus would be put to death even though he was not guilty |
Matthew 27:24 |
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Isaiah 53:9 Messiah’s death would be with the wicked and his grave with the rich |
Matthew 27:38, 57-59 |
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Hosea 6:2, Psalm 16:10 Jesus would be raised again from the dead on the third day |
Matthew 12:40, Luke 24:46 |
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