The Jews in Jesus’ time had been anticipating a warrior Messiah (anointed) King to come on the scene, a ‘son of David,’ who would save them from Roman subjugation. “Regal identity was enhanced by the Davidic Covenant, in which God promised David that a future son would reign over Israel forever (2 Samuel 7:11-17), including rest […]

The Jews in Jesus’ time were anticipating a savior to arise in their midst who would free them from the subjugation of the Roman Empire. He would be their Messiah (meaning anointed or anointed one) King, and lead them to victory over their oppressors, in much the same way as the great King David had […]