Beyond Rome
Beyond Rome is a podcast that seeks to reconnect Catholics with their Hebraic and Christian roots in the Near East. Hosted by Simone Rizkallah, she and her guests explore a variety of topics related to religion and culture in the West and why the Near East matters for a healthy Church and world. Beyond Rome looks beyond the West to understand what makes the Catholic Church truly universal.
Beyond Rome
34. Why Israel Matters
In this episode, Simone Rizkallah sits down with Dr. Gerry McDermott to discuss his influential book Israel Matters: Why Christians Must Think Differently about the People and the Land. Together, they explore:
Why many Christians misunderstand Israel and the promises of God, the persistence of supersessionism (replacement theology) and why it matters for today, Biblical foundations for Israel’s enduring role, including Genesis 12:3 and Galatians 6:16, and insights from French Roman Catholic–turned–Russian Orthodox priest Lev Gillet and his unique perspective on Israel and the Church.
Dr. McDermott argues that Christians cannot fully understand their own faith—or their mission in the world—without grappling with the continuing role of Israel, both the people and the land.
Learn more about Dr. McDermott’s book Israel Matters here: @Matters-Christians-Differently-People/dp/1587433958
Bible verses:
Genesis 12:3 (ESV)
"I will bless those who bless you, and him who dishonors you I will curse, and in you all the families of the earth shall be blessed."
Galatians 6:16 (ESV)
"And as for all who walk by this rule, peace and mercy be upon them, and upon the Israel of God."