The Old Testament Witness to Christ and His Kingdom, Mentor's Guide, MG09

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T H E O L D T E S T A M E N T W I T N E S S T O C H R I S T A N D H I S K I N G D O M

5. He whose life would serve as cornerstone and foundation

a. Isa. 28.14-18

b. Zech. 4.7

c. Ps. 118.22

6. His life would be a light for the Gentiles, Isa. 49.6.

7. His role as prophet, priest, and king

a. Prophet, Deut. 18.15

b. Priest, Ps. 110.4

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c. King, Ps. 2

8. The King would enter the city with dignity, glory, and triumph, Zech. 9.9.

C. Prophecies concerning the death of Jesus Christ

While many clear prophecies exist regarding the Messiah’s coming, the two principal texts in the OT are Isaiah 53 and Psalm 22, supported by many others which refer to Christ’s suffering and death.