Israel the Land and the People: An Evangelical Affirmation of God's Promises

by H. Wayne House (Editor)

This book is the result of a consultation of evangelical Bible scholars who met in Jerusalem in June of 1997 to assess the role and pertinence of the nation of Israel for Christians in today's world. Articles by 12 noted scholars.

Genres: Israel

356 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1997

About the author

Dr. H. Wayne House is Distinguished Research Professor of Theology, Law, and Culture at Faith International University. He holds six degrees, including a doctorate in Law from Regent University and a doctorate in Exegetical Theology from Concordia Seminary, St. Louis.
Dr. House has authored or edited nearly 40 books and directed study tours to Israel, Greece, Turkey, and other biblical sites. He is the founder of Christian Perspectives International, a non-profit organization committed to helping believers grow in their spiritual walk through biblical education. He is also a founder and the first president of the Council on Biblical Manhood and Womanhood and served as president of the Evangelical Theological Society.

Reviews

[Tim Phillips · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very interesting and well researched study and I’m sure not beloved by Zionist even though they know it’s veracity if they are honest.

[Brian Collins · Rating 3 out of 5]

Books that cover Israel as a theological topic are difficult to find. This volume covers issues such as the land of Israel, Israel in Romans 9-11, Israel's purpose and mission, Israel and the church, and Israel and the nations. The best essays in this volume are Hoehner's treatment of Israel in Romans 9-11, Jelinek's treatment of Israel's dispersion and restoration, and Robert L. Thomas's essay on the mission of Israel in God's plan.

[Michael · Rating 3 out of 5]

A scholarly look by evangelical Christian scholars of the relationship between God, Israel, and the Church. Theologically, it tends towards a dispensational reading, and it would be useful to have some interaction between these scholars and other scholars who read the evidence differently (e.g., NT Wright, some Reformed theologians, etc.).