“In the case of the Jews, it is not absolutely necessary for them to have accepted Christ, but to have lived their lives to the letter of the Old Covenant. Only 144,000, (evidence that living according to the “OC” and pleasing God is a very difficult endeavor), from the date of the Resurrection of Christ to the Day of the Lord will ultimately be saved.”
I do take issue with that statement that the Jews following even the letter of the law without accepting Christ will be the assurance of their salvation. “Without Christ it is impossible to please God.” However, a more interesting conversation could be had concerning Messianic Jews who have currently accepted Yeshua as their savior.
The Jews who have chosen the Second Covenant, are covered by Christ’s blood. Christ did not live and die to replace the First Covenant, but to offer an alternative in order to encompass all peoples. If you are a Jew, I do not mean to offend, but explain the differences between the two. Both are legit. I’m just hoping that I have not started yet another chasim between fellow FRiends. Ulimately. it comes down to this, one is either a member of the “Club” or is not.