Romans 9:3b-5 – my own flesh and blood, who are Israelites. To them belong the adoption and the glory and the covenants and the giving of the Torah and the Temple service and the promises. To them belong the patriarchs – and from them, according to the flesh, the Messiah, who is over all, God, blessed forever. Amen.
Does it matter? A better question might be, “Does what matter and to whom?” The reason I’m asking is, “Does Israel matter?” And yes, let’s complete the thought, “Does Israel matter to God?” If the answer is “yes,” then Israel should matter to us too, both as a matter for prayer (spiritually) and as a recipient of our love (physically).
Another way to ask the same question is, “Is there a future for Israel?” Read on here