In Daniel 9:26, after the initial 49 years and subsequent 430 years have transpired, we enter the final seven years of the prophecy. At this time, Messiah the Prince is expected to appear. The prophecy states that he will be cut off in the middle of the final week, signifying an abrupt and untimely nature to his death. This concept is supported in Isaiah 53:8, which mentions that the Messiah will be cut off from the land of the living. As a result, there will be punishment for this untimely death, which Jesus himself prophesied.

Jesus understood the prophecy, knowing that it referred to his own abrupt death and the resulting severe punishment. This punishment would be executed by the Roman Prince, Titus, in 70 A.D. during the siege of Jerusalem. The siege began under Titus' father, Vespasian, in 66 A.D. and lasted for four years. When Vespasian was called back to Rome to become emperor, Titus took over the siege, becoming the Prince of Rome in the process.

Daniel 9:27 goes on to describe how the Messiah will confirm a new covenant with the Jews for one week or seven years. This new covenant, which was promised in Jeremiah 31:31-33, was confirmed by Jesus at the Last Supper when he said his blood would be shed for the new covenant. The Apostle Paul also confirmed this in Romans 15:8, stating that Jesus Christ confirmed the promises made to the fathers.

Jesus' earthly ministry lasted three and a half years, leaving another three and a half years to account for in the prophecy. During this time, Jesus exclusively focused on the Jews, as evidenced in Matthew 10 when he instructed his followers not to go into the way of the Samaritans. Paul reiterated this point in Romans 1:16, noting that the gospel was for the Jew first.

As Jesus began his ministry, he was aware of the 70 weeks of Daniel and the timing of his prophesied arrival. This is evidenced in Mark 1:14-15, where Jesus stated that the time was fulfilled and the Kingdom of God was at hand. The fulfillment of these prophecies in the life and ministry of Jesus Christ lends credibility to the Bible and solidifies Jesus as the true Messiah.

Understanding the 70 weeks of Daniel is crucial in authenticating the Bible and Jesus' role as the Messiah. The prophecies' fulfillment demonstrates the divine nature of the scriptures and reinforces the belief in Jesus as the one true Savior. By confirming the new covenant through his death on the cross, Jesus ensured salvation for all who believe in him. There is no need for another temple or animal sacrifice, as Jesus' sacrifice was once and for all.