The Fusion

“Ian Heard beautifully captures the central theme of the book with a focus on the biblical principle of Paul as the firstfruits and a representation of a regrafted Israel. The analogy drawn between Paul’s transformation from Saul of Tarsus to a believer in Christ and the potential for the ‘broken off’ Israelite people to undergo a similar spiritual renewal is both insightful and thought-provoking. The idea that God’s hand remains sovereign over those who may have been temporarily set aside, just as he was with Saul, is a powerful message of hope and redemption. The comparison between Israel’s historical wilderness experience due to unbelief and their current state of gradual restoration through recognition and acceptance of their messiah is a poignant reflection on the overarching theme of faith, perseverance, and divine providence.”


—W. A. Liebenberg, professor in ancient Hebraic studies, Therapon University





“Ian Heard’s book is about Israel—Israel having received God’s grace in the law, having received the sacrifices for sin, and having received the promise of greater grace, truth, and salvation in the future messiah. Heard has proposed a scenario in which this promise is fulfilled at whatever time in the future God would choose to do it. Heard’s proposition is not a dogmatic opinion, but it offers hope and warrants serious consideration.”


—Paul O’Sullivan, senior minister, Northern Beaches Christian Centre