Before Abraham Was

This lesson explores how Isaiah 23:15 connects to Jesus.

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Old Testament

Isaiah 23:15

At the end of seventy years, the LORD will deal with Tyre. She will return to her lucrative prostitution and will ply her trade with all the kingdoms on the face of the earth.

New Testament

John 8:58

"Very truly I tell you," Jesus answered, "before Abraham was born, I am!"

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Alfred Edersheim

The Life and Times of Jesus the Messiah • Appendix IX

Talmud (Sanh. 99a) — seventy years applied to Messiah lifespan comparison

Quick Check

Part 1 - Multiple Choice

Which New Testament passage fulfills this prophecy in this lesson?

Part 2 - Fill In The Blank

Fill in the blank: The Old Testament prophecy for this lesson is ____.

Why This Matters

Isaiah spoke of God's sovereign timing over the nations across generations. Jesus revealed that He transcends all earthly timelines — existing before Abraham, the eternal I AM who governs all of history.

Reflection

Lord Jesus, as I study Before Abraham Was, anchor my identity in You, the promised King revealed from Isaiah 23:15 to John 8:58.