Ron 🅰️hlers Jr 🇺🇸

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Ron 🅰️hlers Jr 🇺🇸

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10 months ago

@AntiWokeMemes God

Ron 🅰️hlers Jr 🇺🇸

@RonAhlers

10 months ago

@krassenstein Why label yourself Jewish American? Why not just American?

Ron 🅰️hlers Jr 🇺🇸

@RonAhlers

10 months ago

@ProudZongoboy @LauraLoomer @mtgreenee Now it makes sense.

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Ron 🅰️hlers Jr 🇺🇸

@RonAhlers

11 months ago

@melsss @RaellaK @elonmusk BS

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Ron 🅰️hlers Jr 🇺🇸

@RonAhlers

12 months ago

Does the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod support Israel? ### LCMS Theological Position on Israel The Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod (LCMS), a conservative Lutheran denomination in the United States, does not officially "support" the modern State of Israel in a political, eschatological, or unconditional manner, as some evangelical groups do. Instead, LCMS doctrine emphasizes that the biblical promises to Israel are fulfilled in Jesus Christ and the Christian Church, which it views as the "true Israel of God." This perspective, rooted in covenant theology and amillennial eschatology, rejects dispensational premillennialism—the belief that the modern nation of Israel plays a central role in end-times prophecy or that its 1948 founding fulfills Scripture in a way that mandates Christian support for its geopolitical actions. Key elements of this stance include: - **Fulfillment in Christ**: LCMS teachings hold that Old Testament promises of land and restoration (e.g., to Abraham's descendants) are spiritualized and realized in the Church through faith in Jesus (Gal. 3:26–29; Rom. 9–11). The modern State of Israel is seen as a secular nation, not a divine entity or the "New Israel." As one LCMS publication states, "The Church—not Jews or the Israelis—is the true Israel of God, and the baptized are the children of Abraham." - **Rejection of Dispensationalism**: LCMS critiques views that tie current events in Israel to biblical prophecy, such as the "rapture" or a future mass conversion of ethnic Jews separate from the Church. Documents from the LCMS Committee on Theology and Church Relations (CTCR) explicitly counter the *Left Behind* series and similar ideas, arguing that such theology politicizes Scripture and overlooks Christ's fulfillment of the covenants. For instance, "All Israel" in Romans 11 refers to the elect from Jews and Gentiles in the Church, not a future ethnic restoration. - **Neutrality on Geopolitics**: LCMS avoids endorsing specific foreign policies, including unconditional U.S. support for Israel. It warns against turning biblical interpretation into a "commandment of God" that justifies "every fanatical backing" of Israel's actions or hatred toward Arabs/Palestinians. During the Israel-Hamas conflict, LCMS leaders have not issued public prayers or statements prioritizing one side, focusing instead on general calls for peace and evangelism to all people. ### Individual and Congregational Variation While the synod's official doctrine is clear, some LCMS members or congregations may personally support Israel politically, often influenced by broader American conservatism. Recent discussions on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Reddit show a divide: younger members sometimes criticize perceived "Zionist" leanings as a reason for leaving, while others affirm the theological neutrality. However, these views do not represent synod policy. In summary, no—the LCMS does not support Israel in the way the question likely implies (e.g., as a prophetic or political ally). Its focus remains on the Gospel's universal call, inviting Jews and Gentiles alike to faith in Christ as the ultimate fulfillment of God's promises. For official statements, see LCMS resources like *The Lutheran Witness* or *CTCR reports*

RonAhlers's tweet photo. Does the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod support Israel?

### LCMS Theological Position on Israel
The Lutheran Church–Missouri Synod (LCMS), a conservative Lutheran denomination in the United States, does not officially "support" the modern State of Israel in a political, eschatological, or unconditional manner, as some evangelical groups do. Instead, LCMS doctrine emphasizes that the biblical promises to Israel are fulfilled in Jesus Christ and the Christian Church, which it views as the "true Israel of God." This perspective, rooted in covenant theology and amillennial eschatology, rejects dispensational premillennialism—the belief that the modern nation of Israel plays a central role in end-times prophecy or that its 1948 founding fulfills Scripture in a way that mandates Christian support for its geopolitical actions.

Key elements of this stance include:
- **Fulfillment in Christ**: LCMS teachings hold that Old Testament promises of land and restoration (e.g., to Abraham's descendants) are spiritualized and realized in the Church through faith in Jesus (Gal. 3:26–29; Rom. 9–11). The modern State of Israel is seen as a secular nation, not a divine entity or the "New Israel." As one LCMS publication states, "The Church—not Jews or the Israelis—is the true Israel of God, and the baptized are the children of Abraham."

- **Rejection of Dispensationalism**: LCMS critiques views that tie current events in Israel to biblical prophecy, such as the "rapture" or a future mass conversion of ethnic Jews separate from the Church. Documents from the LCMS Committee on Theology and Church Relations (CTCR) explicitly counter the *Left Behind* series and similar ideas, arguing that such theology politicizes Scripture and overlooks Christ's fulfillment of the covenants.

For instance, "All Israel" in Romans 11 refers to the elect from Jews and Gentiles in the Church, not a future ethnic restoration.

- **Neutrality on Geopolitics**: LCMS avoids endorsing specific foreign policies, including unconditional U.S. support for Israel. It warns against turning biblical interpretation into a "commandment of God" that justifies "every fanatical backing" of Israel's actions or hatred toward Arabs/Palestinians.

During the Israel-Hamas conflict, LCMS leaders have not issued public prayers or statements prioritizing one side, focusing instead on general calls for peace and evangelism to all people.

### Individual and Congregational Variation
While the synod's official doctrine is clear, some LCMS members or congregations may personally support Israel politically, often influenced by broader American conservatism. Recent discussions on platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Reddit show a divide: younger members sometimes criticize perceived "Zionist" leanings as a reason for leaving, while others affirm the theological neutrality.

However, these views do not represent synod policy.

In summary, no—the LCMS does not support Israel in the way the question likely implies (e.g., as a prophetic or political ally). Its focus remains on the Gospel's universal call, inviting Jews and Gentiles alike to faith in Christ as the ultimate fulfillment of God's promises. For official statements, see LCMS resources like *The Lutheran Witness* or *CTCR reports*

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Ron 🅰️hlers Jr 🇺🇸

@RonAhlers

about 1 year ago

@BillC17136056 @Mostly_Heckling @elonmusk You are weird

Ron 🅰️hlers Jr 🇺🇸

@RonAhlers

about 1 year ago

@Mostly_Heckling @elonmusk Ummm... Cartoons aren't real. So what do you mean fake?

Ron 🅰️hlers Jr 🇺🇸

@RonAhlers

about 1 year ago

@ankurpandeyIND @LeadingReport Sorry Derp, the covid vaccine already undermined the public trust. I don't trust shit from the government. I bet you had 20 covid vaccine shots and it gave you a woody.