Indisputable proof that the Premillennial theory contradicts Scripture

[covenantee]

Perhaps you were unaware that the animal sacrifice designated for atoning for sin is the guilt offering, which is not mentioned in the passage you quoted. The Sin Offering is appropriate only for unintentional sins and expresses the penitent's desire for reconciliation with God.

In addition, perhaps you were unaware that a prince is not normally allowed to give offerings, as we see in the passage you quoted.

Perhaps you're unaware that reconciliation is expiation.

Don't lecture me. Lecture Ezekiel. He got it wrong, right?

If a prince is not normally allowed to give offerings, then you need to exhume Ezekiel and inform him of his error.

But since that is all in your speculative dispensational future, then obviously the rules for sacrifices are changed at that time. Don't you believe Ezekiel?

 

[CadyandZoe]

Who are the "many others", and using what Scriptures do they "make the same or similar points"?

Names, sources, verbatim quotes; please.

I don't have the time right now to list them all. I'll give you two. There are more.

Take a look, for example, at the book of Deuteronomy.

Deuteronomy 30:8 And you shall again obey the Lord, and observe all His commandments which I command you today.

This includes the sacrificial system.

Jeremiah 31:33 But this is the covenant which I will make with the house of Israel after those days,” declares the Lord, “I will put My law within them and on their heart I will write it; and I will be their God, and they shall be My people.

The law they have on their heart, the law that they will keep willingly and meaningfully, includes the sacrificial system.

 

[CadyandZoe]

Perhaps you're unaware that reconciliation is expiation.

The distinction between a Sin Offering and a Guilt Offering lies in the nature of the sins being addressed, specifically whether they were committed intentionally or unintentionally. A Sin Offering is designated for those transgressions that occur without premeditation, serving as a means for individuals to atone for their unintended errors and seek reconciliation with the divine. In contrast, a Guilt Offering is more focused on specific infractions that involve a breach of trust or ethical responsibility, often stemming from intentional acts. However, during the designated time, the Guilt Offering will not be performed, highlighting its separation from the circumstances surrounding the Sin Offering. Thus, the differentiation emphasizes the importance of intent in the process of atonement and the appropriate rituals to follow for various types of offenses.

The crucifixion of Christ serves as a comprehensive means of atonement for all forms of sin, effectively rendering animal sacrifices unnecessary and non-essential for individual salvation. This transformative act signifies a new covenant between God and humanity, wherein faith in Christ replaces the old practices of atonement. However, during the anticipated millennial period, God seeks to demonstrate His sovereignty and purpose to the nations, with Israel observing this divine revelation closely.

In light of their historical actions—specifically the blasphemy against God's name during their time in exile—during the Millennial period, God will command that the sons of Zadok stand before him and offer the "fat and the blood." Ezekiel 44:15. For one thing, God told Jeremiah that "the Levitical priests shall never lack a man before Me to offer burnt offerings, to burn grain offerings and to prepare sacrifices continually.” In addition, speaking to the "son of man" -- Jesus -- he says, "You shall give to the Levitical priests who are from the offspring of Zadok, who draw near to Me to minister to Me,’ declares the Lord God, ‘a young bull for a sin offering." God's wish to make his name holy among the nations is the reason and purpose for the offering of sacrifices during the Millennial period.

If a prince is not normally allowed to give offerings, then you need to exhume Ezekiel and inform him of his error.

Not necessarily. In the book of Hebrews, Paul discusses the implications of the Mosaic Law concerning the presentation of offerings to God. According to this law, only individuals from the Tribe of Levi are permitted to serve as priests and present offerings on behalf of the people. This stipulation underscores the importance of the Levitical priesthood in the religious practices of ancient Israel. Therefore, when the text refers to a prince making an offering, it is understood that the prince is not directly presenting the offering to God himself. Instead, he is entrusting the offering to a Levite priest, who acts as an intermediary to present it before the Lord. This practice emphasizes the hierarchical structure established by Mosaic Law and the designated roles within the worship system of ancient Israel.

Jesus Christ is the only prince who is allowed to make offerings. This should give us pause because Ezekiel is speaking about a time when the prince will give the offerings to the sons of Zadok, so that they might serve Yahway, the God of Israel in the presence of the other nations.

 

[covenantee]

The distinction between a Sin Offering and a Guilt Offering lies in the nature of the sins being addressed, specifically whether they were committed intentionally or unintentionally. A Sin Offering is designated for those transgressions that occur without premeditation, serving as a means for individuals to atone for their unintended errors and seek reconciliation with the divine. In contrast, a Guilt Offering is more focused on specific infractions that involve a breach of trust or ethical responsibility, often stemming from intentional acts. However, during the designated time, the Guilt Offering will not be performed, highlighting its separation from the circumstances surrounding the Sin Offering. Thus, the differentiation emphasizes the importance of intent in the process of atonement and the appropriate rituals to follow for various types of offenses.

The crucifixion of Christ serves as a comprehensive means of atonement for all forms of sin, effectively rendering animal sacrifices unnecessary and non-essential for individual salvation. This transformative act signifies a new covenant between God and humanity, wherein faith in Christ replaces the old practices of atonement. However, during the anticipated millennial period, God seeks to demonstrate His sovereignty and purpose to the nations, with Israel observing this divine revelation closely.

In light of their historical actions—specifically the blasphemy against God's name during their time in exile—during the Millennial period, God will command that the sons of Zadok stand before him and offer the "fat and the blood." Ezekiel 44:15. For one thing, God told Jeremiah that "the Levitical priests shall never lack a man before Me to offer burnt offerings, to burn grain offerings and to prepare sacrifices continually.” In addition, speaking to the "son of man" -- Jesus -- he says, "You shall give to the Levitical priests who are from the offspring of Zadok, who draw near to Me to minister to Me,’ declares the Lord God, ‘a young bull for a sin offering." God's wish to make his name holy among the nations is the reason and purpose for the offering of sacrifices during the Millennial period.


Not necessarily. In the book of Hebrews, Paul discusses the implications of the Mosaic Law concerning the presentation of offerings to God. According to this law, only individuals from the Tribe of Levi are permitted to serve as priests and present offerings on behalf of the people. This stipulation underscores the importance of the Levitical priesthood in the religious practices of ancient Israel. Therefore, when the text refers to a prince making an offering, it is understood that the prince is not directly presenting the offering to God himself. Instead, he is entrusting the offering to a Levite priest, who acts as an intermediary to present it before the Lord. This practice emphasizes the hierarchical structure established by Mosaic Law and the designated roles within the worship system of ancient Israel.

Jesus Christ is the only prince who is allowed to make offerings. This should give us pause because Ezekiel is speaking about a time when the prince will give the offerings to the sons of Zadok, so that they might serve Yahway, the God of Israel in the presence of the other nations.

Since that is all in your speculative dispensational future, then obviously the rules for sacrifices are changed at that time. Don't you believe Ezekiel?

 

[Davidpt]

The distinction between a Sin Offering and a Guilt Offering lies in the nature of the sins being addressed, specifically whether they were committed intentionally or unintentionally. A Sin Offering is designated for those transgressions that occur without premeditation, serving as a means for individuals to atone for their unintended errors and seek reconciliation with the divine. In contrast, a Guilt Offering is more focused on specific infractions that involve a breach of trust or ethical responsibility, often stemming from intentional acts. However, during the designated time, the Guilt Offering will not be performed, highlighting its separation from the circumstances surrounding the Sin Offering. Thus, the differentiation emphasizes the importance of intent in the process of atonement and the appropriate rituals to follow for various types of offenses.

The crucifixion of Christ serves as a comprehensive means of atonement for all forms of sin, effectively rendering animal sacrifices unnecessary and non-essential for individual salvation. This transformative act signifies a new covenant between God and humanity, wherein faith in Christ replaces the old practices of atonement. However, during the anticipated millennial period, God seeks to demonstrate His sovereignty and purpose to the nations, with Israel observing this divine revelation closely.

In light of their historical actions—specifically the blasphemy against God's name during their time in exile—during the Millennial period, God will command that the sons of Zadok stand before him and offer the "fat and the blood." Ezekiel 44:15. For one thing, God told Jeremiah that "the Levitical priests shall never lack a man before Me to offer burnt offerings, to burn grain offerings and to prepare sacrifices continually.” In addition, speaking to the "son of man" -- Jesus -- he says, "You shall give to the Levitical priests who are from the offspring of Zadok, who draw near to Me to minister to Me,’ declares the Lord God, ‘a young bull for a sin offering." God's wish to make his name holy among the nations is the reason and purpose for the offering of sacrifices during the Millennial period.


Not necessarily. In the book of Hebrews, Paul discusses the implications of the Mosaic Law concerning the presentation of offerings to God. According to this law, only individuals from the Tribe of Levi are permitted to serve as priests and present offerings on behalf of the people. This stipulation underscores the importance of the Levitical priesthood in the religious practices of ancient Israel. Therefore, when the text refers to a prince making an offering, it is understood that the prince is not directly presenting the offering to God himself. Instead, he is entrusting the offering to a Levite priest, who acts as an intermediary to present it before the Lord. This practice emphasizes the hierarchical structure established by Mosaic Law and the designated roles within the worship system of ancient Israel.

Jesus Christ is the only prince who is allowed to make offerings. This should give us pause because Ezekiel is speaking about a time when the prince will give the offerings to the sons of Zadok, so that they might serve Yahway, the God of Israel in the presence of the other nations.

If it was required to believe this nonsense in order to be a Premil, I would abandon Premil in a heartbeat based on this alone. Thankfully one doesn't have to believe this nonsense in order to be Premil.

I'm not going to lie. I'm not entirely certain how to interpret Ezekiel 40-48, but I am certain that it is not like how you are doing it. I don't see how you can see it making sense, thus one reason I call your interpretaion of these things nonsense, that 2000 years ago animal sacrificing literally ceased altogether when the 2nd temple was destroyed. And here it is some 2000 years later and there is still no temple where animal sacrificing has resumed.

Which alone should be telling us that maybe why is because sacrificing in that manner is gone forever. Yet we are to believe, though the past 2000 years through to when He returns, no one is any longer sacrificing animals in a temple, but once He returns some start doing that again, sacrificing animals in a temple? It would be bad enough if they were doing that while He is still away. But to do that once He has returned, it is beyond absurd. BTW, is there anything specifically recorded in the NT that might support your interpretation of Ezekiel 40-48?

I have a theory why God allowed them to continue sacrificing animals in the temple after Christ caused animal sacrificing to cease via His death and resurrection. It was to give them space to repent and convert to Christianity. And the ones that didn't repent and convert to Christianity, well we know what happened to most of them in 70 AD.

 

[covenantee]

Not necessarily. In the book of Hebrews, Paul discusses the implications of the Mosaic Law concerning the presentation of offerings to God. According to this law, only individuals from the Tribe of Levi are permitted to serve as priests and present offerings on behalf of the people. This stipulation underscores the importance of the Levitical priesthood in the religious practices of ancient Israel. Therefore, when the text refers to a prince making an offering, it is understood that the prince is not directly presenting the offering to God himself. Instead, he is entrusting the offering to a Levite priest, who acts as an intermediary to present it before the Lord. This practice emphasizes the hierarchical structure established by Mosaic Law and the designated roles within the worship system of ancient Israel.

Where in Hebrews are we told that when Christ offered Himself as the Final Sacrifice, He entrusted His Offering to a Levite priest?

 

[CadyandZoe]

Where in Hebrews are we told that when Christ offered Himself as the Final Sacrifice, He entrusted His Offering to a Levite priest?

I didn't say that.

 

[CadyandZoe]

It's the abhorrent spawn of dispen premil's vaunted and errant literal interpretation.

No historic chiliast on earth (h/t @WPM), nor amil on earth in any era, would countenance such blasphemy.

What? No actual rebuttal?

 

[covenantee]

I didn't say that.

No?

 

[Scott Downey]

Another truth the 1000 year millenial reign on earth is wrong is the judgment does not occur after.
The judgement occurs when Christ returns, not 1000 years afterwards.

Course may be too simplistic for you as you may want to add on all sorts of complexities and persuasions and object strongly against the scriptures.

When Christ returns it is the Last Day.
The dead are raised on the last day
The judgement is on the last day.

Christ judges the living and the dead at His appearing, not a 1000 years later

2 Timothy 4:1
King James Version
4 I charge thee therefore before God, and the Lord Jesus Christ, who shall judge the quick and the dead at his appearing and his kingdom;

 

[Spiritual Israelite]

I am not playing games. And I'm sorry I can't say what you want me to say.

Honestly? Lack of time.

Premillennialism represents one of the most direct and clear interpretations of the events surrounding the end times, making it an approach that feels almost self-evident to many, including me. This perspective posits that Christ will return before the establishment of a thousand-year reign on Earth, a belief deeply rooted in various biblical passages that collectively form the foundation of this eschatological view.

However, articulating a comprehensive and well-supported argument for Premillennialism requires significant time and effort. This is due to the complexity and depth of the various scriptural texts involved. Eschatological positions are often constructed from a wide array of biblical scriptures, each offering different insights and contexts that contribute to the overall understanding of what the end times may entail. Therefore, to effectively convey the merits of Premillennialism, one must not only delve into the relevant passages but also engage with the broader theological implications and interpretations that shape this belief system.

Many scripture passages have already been offered in this thread and many more in many other threads on this board. Objections to the passages provided can generally be categorized into two distinct groups. The first group argues that the passages in question have already been fulfilled in a historical or theological context, suggesting that the events or prophecies described have come to completion and therefore do not hold relevance for future interpretations. The second group posits that these passages possess a meaning that has been further expanded or clarified in the New Testament, implying that the original authors of the Old Testament may not have been fully aware of or understood these deeper implications at the time of writing. This perspective highlights the evolving nature of scriptural interpretation and the ways in which later writings can reshape our understanding of earlier texts.

In light of our ongoing discourse, it has become evident that without a mutual understanding of the methods and underlying assumptions that guide our hermeneutic approach, I find it challenging to establish a foundation for a productive and meaningful dialogue. To truly engage with one another's perspectives, we must first align on the principles and interpretative frameworks that inform our analysis. Without this alignment, our discussions risk becoming unproductive, as we would be approaching the subject from fundamentally different viewpoints.



Not difficult, just time-consuming and without a sympathetic ear, almost fruitless.

From my perspective, the practice of proof texting often indicates that the claims being advanced may lack substantiation. While citing a single verse can provide context or support for a point, it is most effective when audiences are already well-versed in the broader scriptural passages under discussion. I find it particularly concerning when individuals assert that the Old Testament cannot be fully understood without reference to the New Testament. This viewpoint typically stems from a lack of deep engagement with the Old Testament itself—a body of literature rich in history, theology, and cultural significance.

Consequently, I believe that this disparity in understanding is one of the primary reasons why discussions on this topic can be so unproductive. Those who rely heavily on the New Testament to interpret the Old Testament may overlook the intrinsic value and complexity of the earlier texts. As a result, meaningful dialogue can be stifled, and the diverse interpretations that arise from rigorous study of the Old Testament are often sidelined. In essence, a thorough examination of both testaments, with a commitment to understanding each on its own terms, is crucial for productive theological discourse.

If you would read my posts with a sympathetic ear, perhaps I would take the time to explain them. Listening with a sympathetic ear means listening carefully, giving the speaker the benefit of the doubt, and making an effort to understand their perspective. When you anticipate that my explanation might be convoluted, what would it profit me to explain it to you?

Many scriptures explain why. But given the predispositions and presuppositions I outlined above, I am dubious that you will be convinced by my explanation. And you rejected my outline already. In the coming days, future sacrifices will take on profound significance as a pivotal moment arises when God reaffirms His presence and purpose among His people. This transformative period will commence when He leads His people back to their homeland, where they will fully embrace and adhere to the teachings of Moses, including the intricate system of sacrifices that was established. The faithful practice of these rituals will not only serve as a demonstration of their devotion but will also signify a restoration of relationship with God, fostering a deeper understanding of their covenant and the divine promise that has been set before them. This return to the land and observance of spiritual laws will mark a renewal of faith, as the people learn to find meaning and redemption through their sacrifices in the sight of God.

The transformative period will come to a close when Jesus appears to them in Jerusalem and they ask him, "Sir, have you been here before?"

I am rolling my eyes so hard to the point where they are almost popping out of my head. You make everything far more complicated than it is. But, I can't do anything about that, obviously.

Can you just do one simple thing for me and tell me which scriptures, or least one or two scriptures, that you base your belief in future animal sacrifices on? I think that's a reasonable request. At least then I'd have some idea of what you base that belief on.

 

[Spiritual Israelite]

Perhaps you were unaware that the animal sacrifice designated for atoning for sin is the guilt offering, which is not mentioned in the passage you quoted. The Sin Offering is appropriate only for unintentional sins and expresses the penitent's desire for reconciliation with God.

In addition, perhaps you were unaware that a prince is not normally allowed to give offerings, as we see in the passage you quoted.

So, does this response imply that you do base your belief in animal sacrifices partly on Ezekiel 45:15-17? If so, why? What other sacrifice is needed or ever will be need for reconciliation with God besides Christ's "once for all" sacrifice?

 

[Spiritual Israelite]

Another truth the 1000 year millenial reign on earth is wrong is the judgment does not occur after.
The judgement occurs when Christ returns, not 1000 years afterwards.

Course may be too simplistic for you as you may want to add on all sorts of complexities and persuasions and object strongly against the scriptures.

When Christ returns it is the Last Day.
The dead are raised on the last day
The judgement is on the last day.

Christ judges the living and the dead at His appearing, not a 1000 years later

2 Timothy 4:1
King James Version
4 I charge thee therefore before God, and the Lord Jesus Christ, who shall judge the quick and the dead at his appearing and his kingdom;

Absolutely. The truth is just too simple for Premillennialists (especially dispensationalists). They just can't bring themselves to believe that it's as simple as we Amills claim it is. But, why wouldn't it be? Why would God do things in such a way that it's very difficult to even explain it? You can see that a Premill like CadyandZoe can't even explain what he believes without it taking more time than he has available and, seemingly, without writing a book to explain it. How can the truth be that complicated? It's not.

 

[Spiritual Israelite]

Ignoring your attitude for the moment, let's focus on the issue. You assert that the authors of the Old Testament lacked a full understanding of their messages to Israel because they did not have the guidance of the New Testament.

No, I do not assert that. Remember, they wrote what God inspired them to write, so their writings are reflection of what God wanted to reveal at the time rather than necessarily reflecting everything they knew at the time. God purposely made some things obscure in the Old Testament that were made clear in the New Testament. How can you deny this? Where is it made clear in the Old Testament that God's promises that He made to Abraham and his seed were made to Christ and those who belong to Christ (Galatians 3:16, 29)? Nowhere. But, that is made clear in the New Testament. This has nothing to do with the lack of understanding of the Old Testament authors who merely wrote down what God inspired them to write down. Instead, it has to do with God's desire to not fully reveal certain things in the Old Testament that are fully revealed in the New Testament.

I respectfully disagree with this position.

You disagree with a position that I don't even hold. I cannot believe how much time many people here waste making straw man arguments.

A thorough examination of the relevant passages reveals that the authors of the New Testament are not simply explaining or elaborating on the Old Testament texts.

LOL. I could not possibly disagree more. I'm not going to read any further as I have no interest in reading totally biased garbage.

 

[Spiritual Israelite]

Who are the "many others", and using what Scriptures do they "make the same or similar points"?

Names, sources, verbatim quotes; please.

He sure makes a lot of claims while offering no evidence to support them, doesn't he? It's impossible to take him seriously.

 

[CadyandZoe]

Another truth the 1000 year millenial reign on earth is wrong is the judgment does not occur after.
The judgement occurs when Christ returns, not 1000 years afterwards.

The thousand years begin in Revelation 20, verse 4, when Christ returns. They end in verse 7 when Satan is released from his prison. The great white throne judgment takes place in verse 11.

The last day is a thousand years long.

 

[CadyandZoe]

I am rolling my eyes so hard to the point where they are almost popping out of my head. You make everything far more complicated than it is. But, I can't do anything about that, obviously.

Obviously, God's purpose for the millennium is a complex picture. Taking two or three verses out of context won't even begin to complete the picture.

Can you just do one simple thing for me and tell me which scriptures, or least one or two scriptures, that you base your belief in future animal sacrifices on? I think that's a reasonable request. At least then I'd have some idea of what you base that belief on.

I already gave you a few verses to get you started. The MAIN idea behind the Millennial Period is God's purpose to restore his holy name.

Paul accused his people of blaspheming the name of God among the Gentiles.

Romans 2:24 For “the name of God is blasphemed among the Gentiles because of you,” just as it is written.​

When did this take place?

Ezekiel 36:20 When they came to the nations where they went, they profaned My holy name, because it was said of them, ‘These are the people of the Lord; yet they have come out of His land.’​

God plans to vindicate the holiness of his name.

Ezekiel 36: 22-23 “Therefore say to the house of Israel, ‘Thus says the Lord God, “It is not for your sake, O house of Israel, that I am about to act, but for My holy name, which you have profaned among the nations where you went. I will vindicate the holiness of My great name which has been profaned among the nations, which you have profaned in their midst. Then the nations will know that I am the Lord,” declares the Lord God, “when I prove Myself holy among you in their sight. ​

This prophecy was not yet fulfilled during the time of Jesus.

Matthew 6:9 Pray, then, in this way: "Our Father who is in heaven, Hallowed be Your name.​

How does God uphold the holiness of His name? The process will be a mirror image of how His name was dishonored among the nations. Because the people came out of the land due to disobedience and idolatry, He will bring them back. Additionally, He will pour out His Spirit into their hearts, enabling them to willingly and gratefully follow His commandments. He will bring the nations against them again, but this time he will protect Israel from her enemies, thus proving himself holy among the people of Israel in the sight of the nations.

The time when Gentile nations will observe Israel living in the land of promise as a holy and righteous people is known as the Millennial period. During that time, they will keep all of the commandments and obey Moses.

​

Malachi 4:4 “Remember the law of Moses My servant, even the statutes and ordinances which I commanded him in Horeb for all Israel.​

At that time, Israel will offer sacrifices.

Jeremiah 33:16-18 In those days Judah will be saved and Jerusalem will dwell in safety; and this is the name by which she will be called: the Lord is our righteousness.’ For thus says the Lord, ‘David shall never lack a man to sit on the throne of the house of Israel; and the Levitical priests shall never lack a man before Me to offer burnt offerings, to burn grain offerings and to prepare sacrifices continually.’”​

 

[CadyandZoe]

So, does this response imply that you do base your belief in animal sacrifices partly on Ezekiel 45:15-17? If so, why? What other sacrifice is needed or ever will be need for reconciliation with God besides Christ's "once for all" sacrifice?

The animal sacrifices will not be for their sake.

Ezekiel 36:22 Therefore say to the house of Israel, ‘Thus says the Lord God, “It is not for your sake, O house of Israel, that I am about to act, but for My holy name, which you have profaned among the nations where you went.​

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The Israelites living at that time will each believe in Jesus Christ as both Lord and Savior and accept the death of Jesus as the propitiation for their sins. But God wishes to prove the holiness of his name among the Israelites in the sight of the nations. The sacrifices will be performed for the sake of righteousness and to prove the holiness of his name.

 

[CadyandZoe]

No, I do not assert that. Remember, they wrote what God inspired them to write, so their writings are reflection of what God wanted to reveal at the time rather than necessarily reflecting everything they knew at the time. God purposely made some things obscure in the Old Testament that were made clear in the New Testament. How can you deny this? Where is it made clear in the Old Testament that God's promises that He made to Abraham and his seed were made to Christ and those who belong to Christ (Galatians 3:16, 29)?

I am talking about elaboration without explication. Paul didn't need to first explain what the promise meant and then elaborate on the meaning. He expected his readers to come with a full knowledge of God's promise.

I firmly believe that the promise God made to Abraham—that he would become the father of many nations—is clear and significant. This promise is articulated in the Scriptures when it states, "In you all the nations of the earth shall be blessed." This declaration underscores the expansive impact of Abraham's lineage. The Apostle Paul, in his writings, is not merely clarifying or simplifying God's word to Abraham; rather, he is elaborating on the ways in which this profound promise will come to fruition throughout history. Paul helps us understand that the fulfillment of this covenant is broader than a singular nation and encompasses the ultimate salvation that will be offered to people of all nations through the faith that Abraham exemplified.

Nowhere. But, that is made clear in the New Testament. This has nothing to do with the lack of understanding of the Old Testament authors who merely wrote down what God inspired them to write down. Instead, it has to do with God's desire to not fully reveal certain things in the Old Testament that are fully revealed in the New Testament.

I understand. But surely you know that Amillennialism rejects the notion of a literal thousand-year period in which Christ rules the world from Jerusalem, as the prophets say.

Amillennialism is a Christian eschatological perspective that interprets the "thousand-year reign" mentioned in Revelation 20 symbolically rather than literally. Unlike premillennialism, which expects a future, physical millennium, or postmillennialism, which envisions a golden age of Christianity before Christ's return, amillennialists believe the millennium is a symbolic representation of Christ's current reign in heaven and through the church on earth.

This view holds that the kingdom of God was inaugurated with Christ's first coming and will continue until His second coming, at which point the final judgment and the establishment of the new heavens and new earth will occur. It emphasizes the spiritual reality of Christ's victory over sin and death and interprets much of biblical prophecy in a non-literal or figurative way.

You disagree with a position that I don't even hold. I cannot believe how much time many people here waste making straw man arguments.

Do you maintain that Christ fulfilled all the OT prophecies or no?

 

[Spiritual Israelite]

The MAIN idea behind the Millennial Period is God's purpose to restore his holy name.

Paul accused his people of blaspheming the name of God among the Gentiles.

Romans 2:24 For “the name of God is blasphemed among the Gentiles because of you,” just as it is written.​

When did this take place?

Ezekiel 36:20 When they came to the nations where they went, they profaned My holy name, because it was said of them, ‘These are the people of the Lord; yet they have come out of His land.’​

God plans to vindicate the holiness of his name.

Ezekiel 36: 22-23 “Therefore say to the house of Israel, ‘Thus says the Lord God, “It is not for your sake, O house of Israel, that I am about to act, but for My holy name, which you have profaned among the nations where you went. I will vindicate the holiness of My great name which has been profaned among the nations, which you have profaned in their midst. Then the nations will know that I am the Lord,” declares the Lord God, “when I prove Myself holy among you in their sight. ​

This prophecy was not yet fulfilled during the time of Jesus.

Matthew 6:9 Pray, then, in this way: "Our Father who is in heaven, Hallowed be Your name.​

How does God uphold the holiness of His name? The process will be a mirror image of how His name was dishonored among the nations. Because the people came out of the land due to disobedience and idolatry, He will bring them back. Additionally, He will pour out His Spirit into their hearts, enabling them to willingly and gratefully follow His commandments. He will bring the nations against them again, but this time he will protect Israel from her enemies, thus proving himself holy among the people of Israel in the sight of the nations.

The time when Gentile nations will observe Israel living in the land of promise as a holy and righteous people is known as the Millennial period. During that time, they will keep all of the commandments and obey Moses.

​

Malachi 4:4 “Remember the law of Moses My servant, even the statutes and ordinances which I commanded him in Horeb for all Israel.​

At that time, Israel will offer sacrifices.

Jeremiah 33:16-18 In those days Judah will be saved and Jerusalem will dwell in safety; and this is the name by which she will be called: the Lord is our righteousness.’ For thus says the Lord, ‘David shall never lack a man to sit on the throne of the house of Israel; and the Levitical priests shall never lack a man before Me to offer burnt offerings, to burn grain offerings and to prepare sacrifices continually.’”​

None of that says anything about animal sacrifices ever being reinstated in the future. I believe your argument is extremely weak and does not take into account many other scriptures, including Hebrews 8-10 which says that Jesus made animal sacrifices and offerings obsolete forever by way of His "once for all" sacrifice.

It is made clear that animal sacrifices and offerings served the purpose of foreshadowing Christ's sacrifice (Hebrews 10:1), so they already served their purpose. To think they will be reinstated again is a total insult to Christ's sacrifice and contradicts the purpose of animal sacrifices according to scripture itself. So, the scenario you believe in is completely made up only in your imagination and is not taught in scripture.