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C. The implications

1. Redemption and restoration from the Lord are linked directly to Abraham and his clan.

2. The Promised Savior who is to be the blessing to the nations is Abraham’s seed.

3. Renewed in Abraham’s children

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a. Renewed in Isaac, Gen. 26.23-25

b. Affirmed in God’s selection of Jacob, Gen. 25.22-23

c. Extended to the tribe of Judah through Jacob’s prophecy, Gen. 49.9-10

D. Jesus of Nazareth is declared to be this seed of Abraham.

1. Through the lineage of Abraham (cf. Matt. 1.1)

2. As the seed of Abraham whom God elected, Gal. 3.16

3. As a descendant of David, from the tribe of Judah, Luke 1.69-70