Yeshua, the Anointed One Who Fulfills God’s Promises
Humbleberger Ministries
"For dogs have surrounded me; a gang of evildoers has closed in on me; they pierced my hands and my feet. I can count all my bones; people look and stare at me. They divided my garments among themselves, and they cast lots for my clothing." (Psalm 22:16-18)
Dear Friend, Yeshua Is the Messiah!
Beloved, as Jewish people, you carry the sacred hope of the Messiah, the Anointed One promised in the Tanakh. With love and certainty, I proclaim: Yeshua of Nazareth is that Messiah! He fulfills every role foretold—King, Prophet, Priest, Suffering Servant, and Redeemer—and will return to establish God’s eternal kingdom. Let us explore the Tanakh’s rich portrait of the Messiah, trusting the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob to reveal His truth.
The Tanakh’s Portrait: The Messiah’s Divine Roles
The Hebrew Scriptures unveil the Messiah, the Mashiach (Anointed One), in vivid detail through distinct yet unified roles:
- Davidic King Forever: In 2 Samuel 7:12-16, God promises David, “I will raise up your offspring after you… I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever.” This eternal King is reiterated in Jeremiah 23:5-6: “Behold, the days are coming… when I will raise up for David a righteous Branch, and He shall reign as king and deal wisely, and execute justice and righteousness… His name will be called: The LORD Our Righteousness.” The Messiah is a just, divine ruler from David’s line.
- God’s Anointed Son: Psalm 2:7-8 declares, “You are My Son; today I have begotten You. Ask of Me, and I will give You the nations for Your inheritance.” This Messianic King, God’s Son, rules Zion and the world with divine authority.
- Prophet Like Moses: Deuteronomy 18:15-19 promises, “The LORD your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among you… I will put My words in his mouth.” The Messiah speaks God’s truth with unmatched authority, leading His people as Moses did.
- Priest of Melchizedek: Psalm 110:4 states, “You are a priest forever, after the order of Melchizedek.” The Messiah mediates between God and humanity, offering atonement.
- Suffering Servant: Isaiah 52:13–53:12 portrays a Servant who suffers: “He was pierced for our transgressions… by His wounds we are healed” (Isaiah 53:5). Psalm 22:16 adds, “They pierced my hands and my feet,” fulfilled in Yeshua’s crucifixion.
- Redeemer and Shepherd: Micah 5:2 foretells, “From you, Bethlehem Ephrathah… shall come forth… one who is to be ruler in Israel.” Ezekiel 34:23-24 promises a Davidic shepherd to unite and lead Israel.
- Bringer of Peace: Isaiah 2:2-4 envisions nations streaming to Jerusalem, where “nation shall not lift up sword against nation.” Isaiah 11:6-9 adds, “The earth will be full of the knowledge of the LORD.”
Yeshua: The Fulfillment of Every Role
Yeshua perfectly fulfills these prophecies in two divine phases:
- First Coming: Servant, Prophet, Priest
Born in Bethlehem (Micah 5:2), from David’s line, Yeshua taught with divine authority as the Prophet like Moses (John 7:16). He offered Himself as the ultimate sacrifice, fulfilling Isaiah 53:5 and Psalm 22:16: “They pierced my hands and my feet.” As the eternal Priest (Psalm 110:4), His death atoned for sin, and His resurrection confirmed His victory. - Second Coming: King and Peace-Bringer
Yeshua inaugurated God’s kingdom spiritually (Luke 17:21) and ascended to God’s right hand (Psalm 2:7; Psalm 110:1). At His return, He will rule as the righteous Branch (Jeremiah 23:5-6), bringing peace and restoring Israel (Isaiah 11; Ezekiel 37).
Addressing Objections with Truth
We honor your questions and answer with Scripture and love:
- “Why no peace yet?” The Tanakh shows a suffering Messiah (Isaiah 53) and a reigning King (Isaiah 2). Yeshua fulfilled the first; His return will fulfill the second.
- “Is the Servant Israel or Messiah?” While some see Israel in Isaiah 53, its individual language (e.g., “pierced for our transgressions”) and ancient Jewish texts (e.g., Talmud Sukkah 52a) point to a personal Messiah, fulfilled by Yeshua.
- “Why didn’t all Jews believe?” Isaiah 53:1 predicted rejection: “Who has believed our report?” Yet thousands of Jews followed Yeshua (Acts 2:41), and Romans 11:26 promises “all Israel will be saved.”
The Call: Trust Yeshua, the Messiah
Dear friend, Yeshua is the Messiah—King (2 Samuel 7:12-16), Prophet (Deuteronomy 18:15-19), Priest (Psalm 110:4), and Suffering Servant (Isaiah 53; Psalm 22:16). No one else fulfills these roles. He died for your sins, rose, and reigns, offering eternal life. We lovingly urge you: Repent and trust Yeshua today. Romans 10:9 promises, “If you confess with your mouth that Yeshua is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you will be saved.”
Open the Tanakh—read 2 Samuel 7, Jeremiah 23, Psalm 2, Deuteronomy 18, Isaiah 53, Psalm 22, Zechariah 12—and ask God to reveal His Messiah. Believing in Yeshua fulfills your Jewish heritage, embracing the One who completes God’s covenant.
Final Word: The Messiah Fulfills All!
Yeshua, the pierced Servant and coming King, is Israel’s Messiah and the world’s Savior. Zechariah 12:10 awaits: “They will look on Me, the One they have pierced.” Until then, He calls: “Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears My voice and opens the door, I will come in” (Revelation 3:20).
Beloved, will you trust Yeshua, the Messiah, today? HaMashiach chai! The Messiah lives!