8 Bible Verses about Messianic Hope

Joseph of Arimathea, a respected member of the Council, who was also himself looking for the kingdom of God, took courage and went to Pilate and asked for the body of Jesus.

And it had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord's Christ.

And coming up at that very hour she began to give thanks to God and to speak of him to all who were waiting for the redemption of Jerusalem.

As the people were in expectation, and all were questioning in their hearts concerning John, whether he might be the Christ,

I myself did not know him, but for this purpose I came baptizing with water, that he might be revealed to Israel."

The woman said to him, "I know that Messiah is coming (he who is called Christ). When he comes, he will tell us all things."

Your father Abraham rejoiced that he would see my day. He saw it and was glad."

to which our twelve tribes hope to attain, as they earnestly worship night and day. And for this hope I am accused by Jews, O king!