Isaiah foreshadowed the virgin birth of Jesus
Bible prophecy: Isaiah 7:14
Prophecy written: Between 701-681 BC
Prophecy fulfilled: About 5 BC
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The Messiah would be preceded by a messenger
Bible prophecy: Isaiah 40:1-5,9
Prophecy written: Between 701-681 BC
Prophecy fulfilled: About 27 ADJesus didn't actually begin his "ministry" until he was apprx 30 yrs old. So the time frame is actually pretty accurate, give or take a few years.Originally Posted by Ocelot
As far as there being a messenger preceding Jesus, it's said that it was John the Baptist that was the Messenger preceding the Christ, who would then baptize Jesus as stated in the Gospel.