Topical Encyclopedia The truth of God, as demonstrated towards Israel, is a central theme throughout the biblical narrative. God's truth is manifested in His faithfulness, promises, and covenantal relationship with the nation of Israel. This truth is not merely an abstract concept but is actively demonstrated through His actions, words, and enduring commitment to His chosen people.Covenantal Promises God's truth is first exemplified in His covenant with Abraham, the patriarch of Israel. In Genesis 12:1-3, God promises Abraham that He will make him into a great nation, bless him, and make his name great. This covenant is reiterated and expanded in Genesis 15 and 17, where God promises Abraham numerous descendants and the land of Canaan as an everlasting possession. The truth of God is evident in His unwavering commitment to these promises, despite the challenges and failures of Abraham's descendants. Deliverance from Egypt The truth of God is further exemplified in the deliverance of Israel from Egyptian bondage. In Exodus 3:7-8, God declares to Moses, "I have surely seen the affliction of My people who are in Egypt, and I have heard their cry... So I have come down to deliver them." This act of deliverance is a powerful demonstration of God's faithfulness to His covenant and His truth in action. The miraculous events of the Exodus, including the plagues and the parting of the Red Sea, underscore God's commitment to His promises and His power to fulfill them. The Giving of the Law At Mount Sinai, God provides Israel with the Law, further exemplifying His truth. The Law serves as a guide for righteous living and a means to maintain a covenantal relationship with God. In Exodus 19:5-6, God states, "Now if you will indeed obey My voice and keep My covenant, you will be My treasured possession out of all the nations." The giving of the Law is a testament to God's desire for Israel to be a holy nation and His truth in providing a clear path for them to follow. Faithfulness in the Wilderness Throughout Israel's journey in the wilderness, God's truth is evident in His provision and guidance. Despite Israel's frequent disobedience and lack of faith, God remains faithful. He provides manna, quail, and water, and leads them with a pillar of cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night (Exodus 16-17, Numbers 9:15-23). God's truth is demonstrated in His patience and continued care for Israel, even when they falter. The Promised Land God's truth is ultimately exemplified in the fulfillment of His promise to bring Israel into the Promised Land. In Joshua 21:43-45, it is recorded, "So the LORD gave Israel all the land He had sworn to give their fathers, and they took possession of it and settled there... Not one of all the LORD's good promises to the house of Israel failed; everything was fulfilled." This fulfillment is a testament to God's unwavering truth and faithfulness to His word. Prophetic Promises and Restoration Even in times of exile and judgment, God's truth remains steadfast. Through the prophets, God promises restoration and a future hope for Israel. Jeremiah 29:10-11 declares, "For thus says the LORD: 'When seventy years are completed for Babylon, I will visit you and fulfill My good word to you, to bring you back to this place. For I know the plans I have for you,' declares the LORD, 'plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.'" These promises highlight God's enduring truth and His commitment to His covenant people, despite their unfaithfulness. The New Covenant The truth of God is ultimately exemplified in the promise of a new covenant, as foretold by the prophet Jeremiah. In Jeremiah 31:31-34, God promises a new covenant with the house of Israel and the house of Judah, one that will be written on their hearts. This new covenant is fulfilled in Jesus Christ, who establishes a new relationship between God and His people, extending the truth of God to all who believe. Throughout the biblical narrative, the truth of God is consistently exemplified in His dealings with Israel. His faithfulness, promises, and covenantal love are enduring testimonies to His unchanging truth. Torrey's Topical Textbook Psalm 98:3He has remembered his mercy and his truth toward the house of Israel: all the ends of the earth have seen the salvation of our God. Torrey's Topical Textbook Library He Compares the Doctrine of the Platonists Concerning the Logos ... He Attacks the Doctrine of the Manich??ans Concerning Evil, God ... The Introduction to the Work, with Some Account of the Nature of ... 'Make us a King' Introduction Nature of Covenanting. Examples of the Various Styles, Drawn from the Teachers of the ... Of the Sacraments. In the Creation of the World, and all Things in It, the True God ... 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