Twenty-five Old Testament prophetic promises fulfilled in the New Testament Part IV

16Promise: He was oppressed, and he was afflicted, yet he opened not his mouth; like a lamb that is led to the slaughter, and like a sheep that before its shearers is silent, so he opened not his mouth. (Isaiah 53:7)

Fulfillment: But when he was accused by the chief priests and elders, he gave no answer. (Matthew 27:12)

17. Promise:  For dogs encompass me; a company of evildoers encircles me; they have pierced my hands and feet. (Psalm 22:16)

Fulfillment:  And when they came to the place that is called The Skull, there they crucified him, and the criminals, one on his right and one on his left. (Luke 23:33) Continue reading