The expression “unmerited favor” is not found in the Scriptures, and Jesus Himself, in the four Gospels, never taught anything close to this concept. Although this doctrine is popular in many churches, the sad reality is that it does not come from God but was fabricated shortly after Christ’s ascension to justify the false belief that Jesus will save the millions of Gentiles who openly disobey the laws that God gave to the nation set apart for His honor and glory. Salvation is individual. No Gentile will ascend without seeking to follow the same laws given to Israel, laws that Jesus and His apostles followed. Do not follow the majority just because they are many. Obey while you are alive. | “I have revealed your name to the men you gave me out of the world. They were yours; you gave them to me, and they have obeyed your word [the Old Testament].” John 17:6.
There is a significant difference between God’s Israel and rabbinic Judaism. The rabbis created their own religion which, in addition to the Old Testament, considers other writings as sacred. Over the centuries, they also added their doctrines and traditions. God’s Israel, on the other hand, is composed of Jews and Gentiles faithful to the eternal covenant of circumcision established with Abraham and to the laws given to the chosen people. When giving His laws to Moses, God emphasized that everyone, including Gentiles, should follow them. Any Gentile can join God’s Israel by following the same laws given to Israel. The Father observes their faith and courage, unites them with Israel, and leads them to the Son for forgiveness and salvation. Jesus is the Messiah promised to Israel for the forgiveness of sins. | “The assembly must have the same laws, which shall apply to both you and the foreigner residing among you; this is a perpetual decree.” (Numbers 15:15)
