What Old Testament prophecy is fulfilled in Acts 13:33? Setting the Scene Acts 13 records Paul’s message in the synagogue of Pisidian Antioch. As he presents the gospel, he points to Jesus’ resurrection as the decisive proof that He is the promised Messiah. The Prophetic Text Quoted Psalm 2:7 is Paul’s centerpiece: “You are My Son; today I have become Your Father.” (Psalm 2:7) Fulfillment Declared in Acts 13:33 • Acts 13:33: “He has fulfilled for us, their children, by raising Jesus, as it is written in the second Psalm: ‘You are My Son; today I have become Your Father.’” • Paul ties the phrase “today” to the day of Jesus’ resurrection. The resurrection publicly enthrones Jesus as the Son and King promised in Psalm 2. Why Psalm 2 Fits So Perfectly • Psalm 2 is a coronation psalm describing God installing His anointed King over the nations. • The psalm’s setting—opposition from earthly rulers (Psalm 2:1-2)—mirrors the opposition Jesus faced (Acts 4:25-28). • The declaration “You are My Son” speaks of unique, royal sonship fulfilled in Christ alone (Hebrews 1:5). Additional Old Testament Echoes in Paul’s Sermon • 2 Samuel 7:12-14—Promise of a Son who will reign forever; cited in Acts 13:34-35 alongside Isaiah 55:3. • Isaiah 55:3—“I will make an everlasting covenant with you—the sure mercies of David.” Tied to Jesus’ resurrection life. • Psalm 16:10—Quoted in Acts 13:35-37 to show Messiah would not see decay. Key Takeaways • Psalm 2:7 prophesied a divine-human King; Acts 13:33 announces that Jesus, risen from the dead, is that King. • The resurrection is God’s public declaration of Jesus’ Sonship and Messiahship. • Every promise to David finds its “yes” in the risen Christ (2 Corinthians 1:20). Living It Out • Confidence: The same power that raised Jesus guarantees our future resurrection (Romans 8:11). • Loyalty: Because the Father has installed His Son as King, our allegiance belongs to Christ above all (Colossians 1:13-18). |
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