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The rebirth of Israel and the rise of global chaos reveal that the prophetic signs of the last days are accelerating toward the Tribulation.

For centuries, believers have searched the Scriptures for the biblical signs of the last days. Bible scholars, teachers, and watchful hearts alike have long wondered what the world would look like when those prophecies began to converge.

Too often, the most important signs had not come to fruition, until now.

Today, we are living in a time unlike any other in history. The one thing missing in every past generation has now taken place: Israel has returned to her land after nearly two thousand years of dispersion.

With Israel restored, all the prophetic biblical signs of the last days are now coming together—just as Jesus said they would when the fig tree began to blossom (Matthew 24:32–34).

Important Understanding of the Restoration of Israel

A very important consideration as we examine this convergence cannot be neglected. This is the restoration of the nation of Israel. Many leave out this important fact. This restoration will take place in two parts.

As we watch today, the miraculous nation of Israel is being physically restored like no other nation has ever seen in its own sovereignty. The nation, under the guidance of God’s hand is a formidable power on several stages. It has become economically, militarily, technologically and financially powerful. All while it’s surrounding enemies have spent billions on it’s annihilation. It’s enemies are faltering, while Israel grows more powerful and successful.

Keep in mind, this is only part one of the full restoration of Israel and the biblical signs of the last days. This is God’s hand in physically restoring His nation and land. The second part will be the spiritual restoration of it’s people. This will take place at the end of the Tribulation. In the meantime, let’s look at the factors that show us how we are in the last days and who close we are to the dreaded Tribulation period.

Israel Restored — The Fig Tree Blossoms

The rebirth of Israel in 1948 remains the single greatest prophetic milestone since the resurrection of Christ. Jesus Himself used the fig tree as a symbol of Israel’s national life. When it begins to bloom, He said, we would know the generation living at that time would witness the fulfillment of all things.

“Now learn this parable from the fig tree: When its branch has already become tender and puts forth leaves, you know that summer is near.” (Matthew 24:32)

Supporting Prophecies:

• Ezekiel 36:24, 33–35 – God promises to gather His people back into their land and make the desolate places flourish again.
• Amos 9:14–15 – “I will plant Israel in their own land, never again to be uprooted.”

Notice, the harder Israel’s enemies try to annihilate them, the more powerful God’s nation becomes.

• Joel 2:18–27 – God restores His land, blesses it with fruitfulness, and removes Israel’s reproach among the nations.

In other words, after God has restored them both physically and spiritually at the end of this age, they will become a nation that will be sought after in the 1,000 year reign of Christ.

• Joel 3:1–2 – “In those days and at that time, when I restore the fortunes of Judah and Jerusalem, I will gather all nations and bring them down to the Valley of Jehoshaphat. There I will put them on trial for what they did to my inheritance, my people Israel, because they scattered my people among the nations and divided up my land.”

The fulfillment of these verses in our time marks one of the clearest converging biblical signs of the last days. The fig tree has blossomed—Israel is once again in her land and thriving.

Global Signs Converging After Israel’s Return

The restoration of Israel serves as the prophetic centerpiece around which all other biblical signs of the last days revolve.

Since 1948, the world has witnessed escalating global instability, rising hatred of Jews and Christians, moral collapse, widespread evil, opposition to all things that relate to God and His creation, and spiritual deception—all intensifying together in ways the Bible foretold would precede the Day of the Lord (Tribulation).

1️. Global Unrest and the Alignment of Nations

“You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed. Such things must happen, but the end is still to come. 7 Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be famines and earthquakes in various places. 8 All these are the beginning of birth pains.” (Matthew 24:6-8)

• Zechariah 12:3 – “On that day, when all the nations of the earth are gathered against her, I will make Jerusalem an immovable rock for all the nations. All who try to move it will injure themselves. “

Today, nations rage against Israel. Enemies are spending billions to erase her from the face of the earth. She remains immovable. She will continue to be immovable as the true God of creation rests His mighty hand upon her.

Jesus echoed the words of Zechariah in His Olivet Discourse.

• Matthew 24:9 – “Then you will be handed over to be persecuted and put to death, and you will be hated by all nations because of me.”
• Ezekiel 38–39 – A coalition of nations rises against Israel in the latter years.

These passages reveal that one of the key prophetic biblical signs of the last days will be a world preparing for war, with nations aligning themselves against Israel. Nations are raging against one another. The military arms race is in full throttle mode.

The geopolitical landscape we see today—with Israel increasingly isolated and the Middle East on edge—matches precisely what the prophets saw centuries ago.

The world has not witnessed so a great of a hatred against the nation of Israel since the holocaust.

2️. Moral and Spiritual Decay

“But mark this: There will be terrible times in the last days. 2 People will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, proud, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, 3 without love, unforgiving, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not lovers of the good, 4 treacherous, rash, conceited, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God— 5 having a form of godliness but denying its power. Have nothing to do with such people.” (2 Timothy 3:1-5)

• Matthew 24:12 – “Because lawlessness will abound, the love of many will grow cold.”

The rejection of truth, the celebration of sin, calling good evil and evil good, and the erosion of the family and morality across the world are unmistakable biblical signs of the last days. Humanity is redefining good and evil, just as Isaiah warned.

“Woe to those who call evil good
and good evil,
who put darkness for light
and light for darkness,
who put bitter for sweet
and sweet for bitter.” (Isaiah 5:20)

3️. Outpouring of the Holy Spirit

Even as darkness spreads, God has promised a powerful spiritual awakening in the final generation.

• Joel 2:28–29 – ““And afterward, I will pour out my Spirit on all people. Your sons and daughters will prophesy, your old men will dream dreams, your young men will see visions. 29 Even on my servants, both men and women, I will pour out my Spirit in those days.”
• Acts 2:17–21 – Peter echoed this same prophecy and its lead into the Tribulation.

This outpouring is one of the most hopeful biblical signs of the last days—a reminder that God’s Spirit is still moving mightily, calling multitudes to repentance before judgment falls. Could Charlie Kirk’s assassination have been one of these spiritual awakenings of these last days?

4️. Cosmic Disturbances and Heavenly Signs

Jesus foretold that there would be “great earthquakes, famines, and pestilences in various places, and fearful events and great signs from heaven.” The increasing frequency and intensity of natural disasters, solar storms, and global weather disruptions point to a planet groaning under the weight of sin.

“We know that the whole creation has been groaning as in the pains of childbirth right up to the present time.” (Romans 8:22)

From solar eclipses to strange atmospheric phenomena, these heavenly warnings remind us that creation itself will bear witness to the approaching judgment.

These cosmic signs serve as divine alarms—prophetic biblical signs of the last days—calling the world to wake up before the Day of the Lord arrives.

The Great Deception: The Media’s Role in Concealing the Signs of the Last Days

While the world witnesses these increasing global upheavals, another sign of the last days emerges—one of silence and suppression.

One of the most overlooked biblical signs of the last days is not merely what is happening in the world, but what is being hidden from it. Jesus warned that deception would mark the final generation (Matthew 24:4–5, 24). In our time, this deception flows through powerful media networks that shape how people see—and don’t see—the truth.

Across the globe, record-breaking weather events, geological upheavals, and unprecedented natural disasters are taking place exactly as Scripture foretold. Yet the global media downplays or distorts these realities, dismissing any prophetic significance. Their goal? To silence the connection between current events and biblical prophecy so that people will not turn to God’s Word for understanding.

This growing deception fulfills the very warnings of Jesus and Paul. The Apostle wrote that a “powerful delusion” would overtake those who reject truth (2 Thessalonians 2:10–11). Today, many are blinded—not by lack of evidence, but by the manipulation of information.

Jesus rebuked the Pharisees for their spiritual blindness:

“When evening comes, you say, ‘It will be fair weather, for the sky is red,’ ³ and in the morning, ‘Today it will be stormy, for the sky is red and overcast.’ You know how to interpret the appearance of the sky, but you cannot interpret the signs of the times.” (Matthew 16:2-3)

The same blindness has taken hold in our day. While experts can predict the weather or analyze climate data, they purposely refuse to acknowledge the converging biblical signs of the last days happening before our eyes. The suppression of truth itself is one of the most striking biblical signs of the last days, proving that prophecy is unfolding not just in the physical realm but in the realm of perception and truth.

The global media will make every attempt to avoid giving any legitimacy to the Bible by underreporting significant weather events of our day.

The truth is being concealed because prophecy is being fulfilled.

5️. Global Shaking and Fear Among Nations

Everyone is asking the same question. “What in the world is going on?” God already gave us the answer.

The mounting fear, anxiety, and instability across the globe reflect the growing tremors of a world nearing its prophetic climax.

From economic turmoil to earthquakes, wars, and global disorder, we are witnessing the earth itself respond to the converging biblical signs of the last days.

6. Global Technology and the Rise of a Digital Empire

The Apostle John foresaw a world system capable of controlling buying and selling—an impossibility until the rise of modern technology and Artificial Intelligence. Today, digital currency, biometric ID systems, and global surveillance infrastructure are preparing the way for the Antichrist’s economic control of the masses.

What once seemed symbolic now stands as a literal reality. These biblical signs of the last days show that humanity is building the very framework described in Revelation 13.

7. The Gathering of Nations Against Israel

In the book of Joel, God declares that He will gather all nations into the Valley of Jehoshaphat to judge them for how they treated Israel and divided His land. Today, the world’s hostility toward Israel is intensifying—fulfilling this exact prophecy. Political movements, global organizations, and cultural forces are aligning against the Jewish nation (antisemitism), setting the stage for the final conflict that will draw all nations into the Middle East.

This is one of the most visible biblical signs of the last days, showing that the prophetic stage is being set for the Day of the Lord.

Antisemitism is the litmus test facing the world today and the difference between true biblical Christian believers and pagans.

8. The Rise of Global Religion and Spiritual Deception

Alongside global politics and economics, Scripture warns of a powerful religious deception. A false prophet will unite the world under spiritual compromise, preparing the way for worship of the Antichrist. Already, we see interfaith movements and global calls for “religious unity” that deny the exclusivity of Christ.

Europe is in turmoil. It is ripe for the resurrected Roman Empire and the leader that will rise up to exert global control on the planet.

The Catholic Church is in turmoil. It is ready to continue it’s ecumenical strategy to unite the world’s religions under one false god. It already denies the need for Christ for salvation.

The Words of Jesus — Understanding the Importance of Convergence

Jesus didn’t tell His disciples to look for just one or two isolated events. He said,

“You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed. Such things must happen, but the end is still to come… All these are the beginning of birth pains.” (Matthew 24:6–8)

When He later added, “When you see all these things, you know that it is near, right at the door” (Matthew 24:33), Jesus revealed a critical prophetic key — convergence.

Each individual event—wars, famines, earthquakes, deception, and persecution—has happened throughout history. But never before have all biblical signsof the last days aligned globally and simultaneously after Israel’s restoration. This is why the generation alive today stands unique among all others.

Jesus wanted His followers to watch for all these things occurring together, not sporadically. Just as birth pains increase in frequency and intensity before delivery, the converging biblical signs of the last days are increasing as the return of Christ draws near.

The emphasis on convergence separates our time from every previous century. The prophetic stage is fully set, and every word Jesus spoke is unfolding before our eyes—exactly as He said it would.

Reflection: The Urgency of the Biblical Signs of the Last Days

Every generation has watched and waited, but only ours has witnessed the full convergence of the signs of the last days. The evidence is undeniable. From Israel’s restoration to global deception, from technological control to spiritual apostasy—every piece of the prophetic puzzle has locked into place.

This isn’t the time for complacency or fear—it’s the time for readiness.
The same Jesus who foretold all these things also promised that He would return for His people. The converging biblical signs of the last days are not meant to overwhelm us but to awaken us. Each fulfilled prophecy is a divine reminder that God’s Word is true and that time is short.

We are not called to set dates or speculate, but to live with urgency, purity, and expectancy, knowing that every day brings us closer to the moment when faith will become sight. The trumpet could sound at any time—and those who are watching will not be taken by surprise.

“So you also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour when you do not expect Him.” — Matthew 24:44 (NIV)

Closing Prayer

Heavenly Father,
We thank You for opening our eyes to the signs of the last days and for reminding us through Your Word that You are sovereign over all things. As we see prophecy converging before our very eyes, help us to walk in discernment, faith, and obedience.

Strengthen us to be lights in a darkening world—to speak truth when deception prevails, to stand firm when others fall away, and to share the hope of salvation through Jesus Christ before the door of grace closes.

Lord, keep our hearts anchored in Your promises and our eyes fixed on Your Son. May we not grow weary, but watch with joy and anticipation for the blessed hope—the glorious appearing of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ.

In His holy name we pray,
Amen.

A Warning for the Last Days in a Godless World

Jesus never once used the term “godless world” in any of His recorded teachings. In fact, this phrase doesn’t appear anywhere in Scripture.
But Jesus did paint an exquisitely detailed picture of the godless world we would see in the last days.

These are the very characteristics He warned us about — the framework of the godless society we are now witnessing unfold before our eyes.

The Traits of a Godless World

1. There will be great deception, especially spiritual deception—and many will be deceived.
2. There will be wars and rumors of wars.
3. People will turn away from their faith, push God out of society, and hate one another.
4. Evil and wickedness will increase significantly.
5. Love for one another will grow cold.
6. Followers of Christ will be persecuted—leading even to death now and leading into the Tribulation.
7. The Jewish people and the nation of Israel will become a burdensome stone for all nations.

“And it shall happen in that day that I will make Jerusalem a very heavy stone for all peoples; all who would heave it away will surely be cut in pieces, though all nations of the earth are gathered against it.” (Zechariah 12:3)

“You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed… Because of the increase of wickedness, the love of most will grow cold.” (Matthew 24:6, 12)

Jesus laid out this framework in His Olivet Discourse — one of His final teachings before the Cross — describing exactly what the end of the present age would look like.

How the Godless World Destroys Our Homes

But Jesus didn’t stop there.
He also revealed how the nature of a godless society would seep into the most sacred part of His creation: our families.

From the beginning, God created man and woman — and blessed the union of marriage to build strong families under His divine order. Yet, every aspect of that foundation is now under direct attack:

1. Man and woman — attacked through gender confusion.
2. Marriage — redefined and corrupted by culture.
3. Family — weakened by rebellion and spiritual blindness.

Each of these areas has been assaulted by Satan for decades, all to pull people away from God and the things that bear His image.
Thus, we see the construction of a godless society — one designed by the evil one himself, the serpent, the dragon, Satan.

The Final Assault: Our Children

There’s one more sacred area now under siege: our children.

Children were created to be a heritage and blessing from God. But as we near the final moments before the rapture, Tribulation period, and Christ’s return, Satan has intensified his attack. He is using schools, governments, and media to push godless values onto the youngest and most impressionable minds. These institutions he already controls.

He knows his time is short. The restraint is lifting. The flood of godless ideology is pouring in faster than ever.

“The thief (Satan) comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full.” (John 10:10)

So we must ask: after pushing God out of our society, out of our schools, and now out of our families — what did we expect a godless society to look like?

Jesus Already Told Us

Over 2,000 years ago, Jesus described it perfectly. His Word is being fulfilled with astonishing accuracy.

The world that will exist after the Rapture — the one left behind — will enter the darkest chapter in human history.

“For then there will be great distress, unequaled from the beginning of the world until now—and never to be equaled again.
If those days had not been cut short, no one would survive, but for the sake of the elect those days will be shortened.” (Matthew 24:21–22)

“But mark this: There will be terrible times in the last days.” (2 Timothy 3:1)

“When these things begin to take place, stand up and lift up your heads, because your redemption is drawing near.” (Luke 21:28)

The book of Revelation describes these events that will occur in detail.

The coming Tribulation won’t be a sudden flip of a switch from peace to chaos.
It will be the culmination of everything we’re witnessing right now — a progressive moral collapse preparing the world for judgment.

The Most Godless Society Yet to Come

When the Rapture occurs, every believer — every vessel of the Holy Spirit — will be removed. What remains will be utter darkness. The Tribulation will mark the height of a truly godless world.

This is not just a prophecy; it’s a warning.
The days leading up to that moment are exactly as Jesus described — and we are living in them now. He reminded us that we would have to endure these days of godless events.

“Since you have kept my command to endure patiently, I will also keep you from the hour of trial that is going to come on the whole world to test the inhabitants of the earth.” (Revelation 3:10)

Even as evil grows around us, Jesus promises deliverance to His faithful — through the Rapture, not through enduring His wrath.

A Sword Through the Family: A Painful Reality

The godless society doesn’t just divide nations; it divides homes.
Jesus warned that faith in Him would bring division even into the family circle.

“Do not suppose that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I did not come to bring peace, but a sword.
For I have come to turn a man against his father,
a daughter against her mother,
a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law—
a man’s enemies will be the members of his own household.” (Matthew 10:34–36)

These words strike deep. Many of you reading this are living this nightmarish and painful reality. You’ve been rejected, mocked, or even cut off by loved ones because of your faith in Christ.

Jesus wasn’t saying He wants to divide families, but that the truth of the Gospel (the story of salvation and the kingdom of God) would naturally divide those who accept it from those who reject it.
The Word of God is like a sword — cutting through darkness and exposing hearts.

Why Don’t We Trust Him?

So why do we still turn to the world’s philosophies instead of the Word of God?
Why do we seek answers from those who deny the very Creator who holds eternity in His hands?

Why do we repeatedly turn to the words of mankind? Why don’t we turn and listen to God’s Word? One book (Bible) has never been wrong through all it’s prophecy.

On the other hand, we could fill a museum with volumes of books of philosophers and the likes of failed predictions on the direction of humanity and society.

God’s Word has never failed. Every prophecy has been fulfilled or is being fulfilled before our eyes.
Meanwhile, the world’s so-called “wisdom” changes with the wind — built on sin, pride, and rebellion.

The Root Cause: Sin

This isn’t happening because we’ve failed to protect the planet or because of politics or social policies.
It’s happening because of one thing: sin.

Humanity chose to cast God aside in favor of its own desires.
Sin has consequences — and the godless world we now see is the direct result.

But there’s still a way back.
God offers redemption and salvation to all who repent and turn to Him through Jesus Christ.

So we return to the question:

What did you expect a godless society to look like?

The truth is — it looks exactly like what Jesus said it would.
Next time we ask ourselves, “what in the world is going on?” we have our answer.

Closing Reflection: A World Without God — or a Heart Turned Toward Him

Friends, we are watching prophecy unfold in real time. The world is unraveling not because God has lost control, but because He told us it would be this way before the end. Every news headline, every act of rebellion against His truth, and every step toward a godless world confirms what Jesus declared more than two thousand years ago.

Yet, in the midst of all this, God’s mercy still calls out.
He has not abandoned us. The same Savior who warned us of what’s coming also promised to rescue those who belong to Him.

This is not the time to fear — it’s the time to stand firm in faith, to look up, for our redemption is drawing near (Luke 21:28). The hour is late, but grace still knocks on the door of every heart willing to open it.

So before the last trumpet sounds, before the world enters its darkest days, let every believer renew their focus and urgency to live for Christ — boldly, faithfully, and without compromise.

The message is simple, yet eternal:

Choose Christ while there’s still time.

Closing Prayer

Heavenly Father,
We see the signs all around us — the deception, the hatred, the growing coldness of hearts — and we recognize that Your Word is true. The world has turned away from You, but we will not. Strengthen our faith to stand firm in this godless society.

Guard our families, protect our children, and give us courage to shine Your light in the darkness. Remind us that You have not called us to fear but to faith, not to despair but to hope.

We long for Your appearing, Lord Jesus. As the world grows darker, let our love for You burn brighter. Keep us faithful until the trumpet sounds and You call us home.

In Jesus’ powerful name we pray, Amen.

Will Christians Once Again Need a New Secret Ichthys Symbol to Stand Together in the Last Days?

The Hidden Mark of Faith Found in Ephesus

Some time ago, archaeologists uncovered a stone in the ruins of ancient Ephesus, etched with the image of a fish and five Greek letters: ΙΧΘΥΣ. This was the secret Ichthys symbol.

This simple carving carried profound meaning for the early church. In a world that despised their faith, believers used it as a secret code to identify one another without uttering a word. The Ichthys meaning was a group of Greek letters spelling a confession that changed the world:

Ι (Iota) – Iēsous – Jesus
Χ (Chi) – Christos – Christ
Θ (Theta) – Theou – of God
Υ (Upsilon) – Huios – Son
Σ (Sigma) – Sōtēr – Savior

Together they proclaimed: “Jesus Christ, Son of God, Savior.”

In the shadows of pagan temples and the marble halls of false gods, this small symbol spoke of unshakable hope. It was the quiet gospel carved in stone — the mark of those who refused to bow to the spirit of their age.

Now, centuries later, that same spirit is returning.

The Return of Hidden Faith and the Secret Ichthys Symbol

Fast forward to today.

The world is changing — and not for the better. The flames of antisemitism and anti-zionism are spreading across nations, and as prophecy warns, those same flames will soon turn toward Christians. And we already see this occurring.

Jesus Himself said it in the Olivet Discourse:

“Then they will deliver you up to tribulation and kill you, and you will be hated by all nations for My name’s sake.” (Matthew 24:9)

We are moving at full speed toward this reality.
The spirit of this world grows increasingly hostile toward anyone who holds fast to Biblical truth.
And as we near the final chapters of this age, the question becomes painfully relevant:
Are we heading into a new Era of Ichthys?
Will believers once again need quiet ways to recognize one another — to stand shoulder to shoulder as darkness deepens?

The Power of Symbols in Scripture

Throughout the Bible, symbols have carried divine meaning.
They have been God’s language of revelation — visible signs pointing to invisible truths.
The rainbow declared His mercy (Genesis 9:13).
The blood on the doorposts marked His deliverance (Exodus 12:7).
The cross stands forever as the ultimate symbol of salvation and victory.

Yet, Scripture also shows that Satan imitates what God ordains.
During the Great Tribulation, halfway through the seven-year period described in Daniel 9:27 and Revelation 13, the world will be forced to bear another symbol — the Mark of the Beast — representing allegiance to the Antichrist and rejection of Christ Himself.

Will the new secret Ichthys symbol be the counter symbol for Christians in a time of unprecedented persecution against God’s people?

“He causes all, both small and great, rich and poor, free and slave, to receive a mark on their right hand or on their foreheads.” (Revelation 13:16)

The Ichthys symbol once signified courage, faith, and identity in Christ;
the mark of the beast will signify rebellion and deception.
One stands for eternal life — the other for eternal loss.
As the line between truth and darkness sharpens, every believer must decide whose mark they will bear — the world’s or the Lamb’s.

Standing Together in the Final Hour

The Ichthys meaning reminds us that faith was never meant to be hidden out of shame but guarded out of devotion.

As the faithful Church of Philadelphia (Revelation 3:7–13) continues to hold fast in these last days, the lukewarm Church of Laodicea (Revelation 3:14–22) grows complacent, unaware that judgment is at the door.

We are living in the overlap of these two churches — one faithful, one fading.
The true remnant must remain watchful, united, and ready.
Our symbols may change, but our Savior does not.
The world may silence our voices, but it can never erase our mark — the seal of the Holy Spirit.

“Now He who establishes us with you in Christ and has anointed us is God, who also has sealed us and given us the Spirit in our hearts as a guarantee.” (2 Corinthians 1:21–22)

A Call to the Watchful Remnant

The Era of the secret Ichthys symbol may rise again — not as a new religion, but as a renewed devotion among the faithful.

When the world rejects us, may we find each other in faith.
When darkness covers the earth, may our light shine brighter.
And when persecution comes — as Jesus said it surely will — may our hearts bear the only mark that matters: His.

“Be faithful unto death, and I will give you the crown of life.” (Revelation 2:10)

What will the new secret Ichthys symbol be? When it comes time, we will know. The symbol may change but the meaning will remain the same.

Scriptures for Deep Reflection

Matthew 24:9–14 – The warning of coming persecution
John 15:18–21 – The hatred the world holds for believers
2 Timothy 3:1–5 – The moral collapse of the last days
Revelation 3:7–22 – The faithful church and the lukewarm church
Revelation 12:11 – The victory of the overcomers

A Closing Prayer

Lord Jesus,
We see the world growing darker, and yet we know that You remain the Light that cannot be extinguished.
Strengthen Your church, Lord — not in comfort, but in conviction.
Unite us as You did the first believers who carved their faith in stone with the Ichthys symbol beneath Ephesus’ idols.
If we must walk into an age of silence, let our hearts still speak Your name.
If the world hides us, let Heaven see us shine.
Keep us faithful until You call us home.
In Your holy name, Amen.

Charlie Kirk’s Life and Death: A Vessel Through Which God’s Glory Shines Brighter Than Ever

Watching the Charlie Kirk memorial was one of the most powerful and heartbreaking experiences of my life. I had always admired his courage in the public arena, but I never fully understood the depth of his spiritual impact until I saw the countless lives he touched.

Charlie Kirk was a vessel—nothing more, nothing less. A vessel shaped by God, filled with truth, and poured out for a broken world. If Charlie were here today, he would deflect all the attention away from himself and direct it to Christ. And that’s exactly what his memorial service did.

It wasn’t about Charlie Kirk. It was about Jesus Christ.

“In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” (Matthew 5:16)

Charlie’s light was bright. His deeds, his faith, and even his death glorified God. What happened at that memorial was not the story of a man—it was the story of God’s glory exploding across the world.

Two hundred thousand filled a stadium. One hundred million tuned in online. They didn’t come to glorify Charlie Kirk. They came face-to-face with the God who sent His Son to die for them. The gospel was preached. Salvation was proclaimed. Millions felt their hearts burn with truth.

This wasn’t about Charlie Kirk. This was from God, by God, and for God’s glory.

Why God, Why?

Tragedy makes us cry out with questions.

• How could God allow a faithful servant like Charlie Kirk to die so young?
• Why would He take a husband and father, leaving behind Erika and their children?
• What good could possibly come from such a loss?

These questions are real. They ache. But when we open Scripture, we see the answers begin to form.

Could God have prevented Charlie’s death? Absolutely.
Does God reign sovereign over life and death? Absolutely.

We may not understand His plan, but His Word reminds us:

“Oh, the depth of the riches of the wisdom and knowledge of God!
How unsearchable his judgments,
and his paths beyond tracing out!
34 Who has known the mind of the Lord?
Or who has been his counselor?
35 Who has ever given to God,
that God should repay them?
36 For from him and through him and for him are all things.
To him be the glory forever! Amen.” (Romans 11:33-36)

God sees what we cannot. And when we lean into His Word, faith begins to replace despair. And we begin to see His plan unfold.

Evil Struck Charlie Kirk—But God Won

Yes, evil struck down Charlie Kirk. For a fleeting moment, Satan may have celebrated. But the enemy’s “victory” collapsed instantly under the unstoppable power of God.

Joseph’s words in the book of Genesis ring true today:

“You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.” (Genesis 50:20)

The assassin meant to silence Charlie Kirk. Instead, God amplified his voice louder than ever.

Look at what happened in just days:

• Turning Point USA went from 900 college chapters and 1,200 high school chapters to 37,000 new chapter inquiries.
• Donations surged—some as high as one million dollars each.
• Over 520,000 items of merchandise sold within days.
• 15,000 tickets sold for “Americafest” conference in Phoenix.
• Millions of new social media followers flooded in.
• More than $7 million was raised for Charlie’s family.
• And most importantly: thousands turned to Christ, repenting of sin and opening their Bibles for the first time.

This is not about Charlie. This is about God using Charlie for His purpose.

What Charlie worked to accomplish in the 12 or more years since starting Turning Point USA, God has exponentially increased in only a few days.

What Satan meant for evil, God transformed into a global spiritual awakening.

How God Sees the Death of Charlie Kirk

We see death as physical separation and loss. God sees it as spiritual and precious.

“Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his faithful servants.” (Psalm 116:15)

To God, death means the spirit of His child is finally free from the flesh and sin’s grip and welcomed into His presence. Heaven rejoices when His faithful come home—and it also rejoices when even one sinner repents (Luke 15:7).

“I tell you that in the same way there will be more rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to repent.” (Luke 15:7)

On that day, Charlie Kirk heard the words every believer longs for:

“Well done, good and faithful servant!… Come and share your master’s happiness!” – Matthew 25:21

Then the Unthinkable Happened

And then came the moment no one expected. Erika Kirk, standing before the world, looked into the face of unimaginable pain and offered grace. “I forgive you.”

She forgave the assassin who murdered her husband.

Her words hit the world like lightning. They cut through hatred, vengeance, and anger. They showed the supernatural power of Christ at work. Erika didn’t just forgive—she obeyed the command of Jesus:

“Forgive, and you will be forgiven.” – Luke 6:37

“Then Peter came to Jesus and asked, “Lord, how many times shall I forgive my brother or sister who sins against me? Up to seven times?”
22 Jesus answered, “I tell you, not seven times, but seventy-seven times.” (Matthew 18:21-22)

This wasn’t human strength. It was the Spirit of God living in her. Just as Charlie Kirk shined the light of Christ in life, Erika shined it in grief.

What About You?

This moment forces us to ask a painful but necessary question:

Can you forgive?

Not just the easy wrongs—the deep ones. The betrayals, the wounds that never healed. If you withhold forgiveness, how can you expect Christ to forgive you?

Erika Kirk modeled what obedience to Jesus looks like. She lived out Ephesians 4:32:

“Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.” (Ephesians 4:32)

If Erika can forgive her husband’s assassin, can you forgive the ones who hurt you?

The Final Warning

Charlie Kirk’s life and death were not accidents. They were assignments. God used him as a vessel. And now, God is using Erika.

But make no mistake—this is also a warning. Just as Jesus warned the seven churches in Revelation, He warns us now. The church in Laodicea was lukewarm, and Jesus said He would spit it out. Today, we face the same danger.

Charlie Kirk’s story challenges us: Will we be lukewarm Christians, or will we burn with the fire of forgiveness, faith, and boldness for Christ?

Conclusion

The Charlie Kirk memorial was not a funeral. It was a battlefield where God crushed Satan’s plans and set millions of souls ablaze with truth.

This isn’t about Charlie. It’s about Christ. But Charlie’s life, death, and Erika’s forgiveness remind us of one thing: God still uses His people to change the world.

The only question left is: Will He be able to use you?

🙏Closing Prayer

Heavenly Father,
We come before You with hearts heavy yet hopeful. We thank You for the life of Charlie Kirk, a faithful servant You used to ignite a fire for truth in a dark and broken world. We acknowledge that his life was not his own, but Yours, and through his death, You displayed Your unstoppable glory to millions.

Lord, teach us to live as Charlie lived—bold in faith, unwavering in truth, and surrendered to Your will. Strengthen us to forgive as Erika forgave, to love as Christ loved, and to shine as Your vessels until our final breath.

We confess that without You, we are weak, bitter, and lost. But in Christ, we are more than conquerors. Father, may Your Spirit fall fresh on us today. Use our lives, as You used Charlie’s, to bring the lost into the light of Your salvation.

We declare together: To You be the glory, forever and ever. Amen.

Scripture warns of a season of peace and safety before sudden destruction — a prophetic sign we may be witnessing unfold before our eyes.

Oct. 7, 2023 — The First Domino Falls

On October 7, 2023, a domino tipped that would change the Middle East forever. According to the world, Israel was facing annihilation from enemies on every border — enemies backed by the axis of evil led by Iran. Military experts said Israel had no chance of survival if its foes coordinated their attack.

But then, like an overeager football lineman who jumps offside before the snap, Hamas acted prematurely. Their brutal assault on Israel became one of the darkest days for the Jewish people since the Holocaust. It was a horrific tragedy.

Yet, we must ask: Was this all part of God’s sovereign plan?

Since ancient times, God has used the enemies of His people to move His prophetic purposes forward. Babylon, Assyria, Persia, Rome — all were instruments in His hand. Could Hamas, Hezbollah, Iran, and their allies be playing that same role today?

Bible Prophecy Peace and Security: A False Calm Ahead

Since October 7, Israel and the Middle East have been on a course unlike anything the region has experienced since Israel became a nation. On the surface, the tide seems to be turning toward peace and stability. Miraculously, Israel has stood against its enemies and prevailed. It has brought all its border enemies to their knees including Iran. Nations that once opposed her are now considering partnerships and trade. The Abraham Accords continue to pressure and reshape the landscape.

Satan attempted to speak loudly against God’s people on October 7th. But God is speaking much more loudly in the days since. God’s plan always prevails. The enemy sows wind and they reap the whirlwind.

But let us be clear: this is not the spiritual revival many long for. Scripture warns that before Christ returns, the world will enter a season of false peace and security. A deceptive calm will convince many that peace on earth has finally been achieved. And just when they say “peace and safety,” destruction will come suddenly.

“While people are saying, “Peace and safety,” destruction will come on them suddenly, as labor pains on a pregnant woman, and they will not escape.” (1 Thessalonians 5:3)

This peace will not be real. It will be the stage-setting peace of Bible prophecy.

The Bible Told Us It Would Happen

The Old Testament prophets foresaw times when leaders declared “peace” when there was no peace.

“They dress the wound of my people as though it were not serious. ‘Peace, peace,’ they say, when there is no peace.” (Jeremiah 6:14; repeated in Jeremiah 8:11)

“Because they lead my people astray, saying, ‘Peace,’ when there is no peace, and because, when a flimsy wall is built, they cover it with whitewash…” (Ezekiel 13:10)

Ezekiel also foretold of a future time when Israel would feel secure — but would face a sudden invasion

“You will say, ‘I will invade a land of unwalled villages; I will attack a peaceful and unsuspecting people—all of them living without walls and without gates and bars.’” (Ezekiel 38:10–11)

This is the Gog-Magog War, when Israel will be dwelling in a false sense of peace and security — until an overwhelming northern invasion strikes. An invasion that will end only by the hand of God for the glory of God. “Then they will know that He is the Lord.”

Bible Prophecy Peace and Security: God’s Hand at Work

When we look at Israel’s recent victories, we should not see them as merely military or political triumphs. They are miracles demonstrating that God is not silent. Israel’s survival is living proof that the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob still watches over His people.

• Israel has faced a seven-front war and endured.
• Border enemies once thought invincible are being dismantled.
• The two-state solution is evaporating as Israel considers annexing Judea and Samaria.
• Economic partnerships once unthinkable are forming across the Arab world.

All of this looks like peace and security. But Bible prophecy tells us it is the deceptive calm before the storm. We are moving toward this Bible prophecy peace and security at break neck speed.

Two Powerful Forces Moving the World Toward Prophecy

Two great forces are shaping this path toward Bible prophecy peace and security. Both are under the control of the hand of God.

1. Israel’s Rise — Israel, against all odds, has brought its enemies to their knees. The Abraham Accords are forming peace agreements throughout the Middle East. One by one, Israel, with the help of miracles has brought its enemies down. God’s hand has made His people strong, reshaping the Middle East into something unseen since 1948.
2. Global Peace Pressure — The American President is using every mechanism at his disposal to press for peace at any cost. Economic tools, military deterrents, and diplomacy are all being used to push nations toward agreements. This is all being done with a “let’s get it done now” attitude.

Together, these forces are creating an environment where the cry of “peace and safety” will echo louder than ever — just as Paul warned.

Bible Prophecy Peace and Security: The Urgency of the Hour

Paul’s words to the Thessalonians could not be more relevant:

“For you know very well that the day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night. While people are saying, ‘Peace and safety,’ destruction will come on them suddenly, as labor pains on a pregnant woman, and they will not escape.” (1 Thessalonians 5:2–3)

The budding of the fig tree (Israel restored as a nation), the convergence of prophetic signs (rumors of wars, spiritual deception, increase in lawlessness), and the acceleration of Middle East peace all point to one thing: we are nearing the final moments before the Day of the Lord begins.

This is not a time to sleep. It is a time to wake up, watch, and be ready. God is calling all watchman to rise up and sound the alarm.

Application: Living in Light of Bible Prophecy Peace and Security

• Stay Watchful — Don’t be lulled into the world’s false sense of security. Be a watchman on the wall.
• Be a Witness — Use today’s headlines as opportunities to share how God’s Word is unfolding in real time.
• Fix Your Eyes on Christ — Our Blessed Hope is not earthly peace but the soon return of Jesus for His church.

“For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. 12 It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, 13 while we wait for the blessed hope—the appearing of the glory of our great God and Savior, Jesus Christ, 14 who gave himself for us to redeem us from all wickedness and to purify for himself a people that are his very own, eager to do what is good.” (Titus 2:11-14)

The time of Bible prophecy peace and security is quickly coming into focus. The puzzle pieces are falling into place before our eyes. While the world celebrates false peace, the people of God must prepare for the true peace that only Christ will bring at His return.

Closing Prayer

🙏 Lord, help us not to be deceived by the world’s cry of “peace and safety.” Keep our hearts awake and watchful for Your Son, our Blessed Hope. Give us boldness to share the truth in these last days, that many may find refuge in Christ before sudden destruction comes. It’s in your blessed name that we pray. Amen.

Christianity and Antisemitism: Is There A Battle Raging?

Antisemitism is not a new evil. It is an ancient spirit of hatred, born in the pit of hell, with a

singular obsession: to destroy the people God chose to bring forth His Word, His covenant, and ultimately, His Messiah. From Pharaoh’s Egypt to Hitler’s Holocaust, from medieval church councils to modern terrorist regimes, the Jewish people have been a target unlike any other.

Yet in these last days, this hatred is not only rising again — it is finding alarming acceptance among those who claim the name of Christ. This sobering reality raises a question few want to ask: What does it say about the state of Christianity when antisemitism can flourish in the pews?

This is not simply political blindness or historical ignorance. It is spiritual rot. It reveals the true heart condition of those who have traded the truth of God for the lies of this world.

God’s Sovereign Purpose in Antisemitism

Scripture is clear. God has often and is still using world events — including the rise of antisemitism — to bring His scattered people back to their land (Ezekiel 36–37, Jeremiah 31:8–10). The Jewish return to Israel is not a political accident but a prophetic necessity. But could this same hatred also be serving as a divine litmus test?

• A test for nations.
• A test for the professing church.
• A test for every soul who claims to follow the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.

How we view the Jewish people is not just about politics. It’s about whether we stand with God or against Him. Those who oppose Israel’s right to exist are not simply “taking a side” — they are resisting the unfolding plan of the Almighty God.

The Church’s Fading Hunger for Truth

Paul warned that in the last days, many would not endure sound doctrine but would seek teachers who tell them what their itching ears want to hear (2 Timothy 4:3–4). This is not only about moral compromise — it’s about truth itself.

Standing for God’s truth will demand:

Boldness — to stand alone when the crowd turns away.
Patience — to wait for God’s promises, knowing the reward is not immediate.
Endurance — to walk through the fire of persecution without shrinking back.
Faith — to trust that God is faithful, unchanging, and sovereign over all.

When professing Christians mock or despise the Jewish people, they are revealing their unwillingness to align with God’s covenant purposes. This is where Christianity and antisemitism collide — and where the hypocrisy of claiming Christ while rejecting His covenant people is fully exposed.

Why This Matters Now

We are watching prophecy unfold in real time. Israel is surrounded by enemies, antisemitism is exploding worldwide, and the dividing line between truth and deception is becoming razor-sharp. The Church is being sifted. Those who truly belong to Christ will stand with God’s chosen people — not because the Jews are perfect, but because God’s promises are.

The question is simple: When the world turns against the Jews, will you stand with them?

The week He was crucified, Jesus pointed us to this reality of the last days in His Olivet Discourse (End Times Teaching).

“Then you will be handed over to be persecuted and put to death, and you will be hated by all nations because of me.” (Matthew 24:9)

To stand with Israel is to stand with the God of Israel.
To reject Israel is to reject the Author of the covenant.

In these final hours, silence is not neutrality — it is complicity.

A Prayer for Protection Against the Spirit of Antisemitism

Heavenly Father,
You are the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, the Keeper of Your covenant and the Defender of Your people. We come before You in humility, asking that You guard our hearts against the poison of hatred and deception.

Lord, give us eyes to see truth as You see it, courage to stand for what is right, and love that reflects Your own heart for Israel and the Jewish people. Let no root of bitterness, prejudice, or false teaching take hold in us.

Strengthen us to resist the schemes of the enemy, who seeks to divide and destroy. Fill us with Your Spirit so that we walk in boldness, patience, endurance, and unwavering faith. May our words and actions testify that we stand with You and with all You have chosen for Your purposes.

In the name of Jesus, the Messiah of Israel and Savior of the world, we pray.
Amen.

Could God be using rising global antisemitism and modern political movements as dual forces to fulfill His ancient promises? The answer—rooted in Scripture and history—may shock you, and it may point directly to the days just before Christ returns.

A Rapid Rise in Antisemitism

In recent years, the world has witnessed a staggering surge in antisemitism—not just in extremist pockets, but in mainstream institutions, universities, governments, and even churches. Jews around the world are facing hatred, threats, and pressure not seen since the darkest days of the 20th century.

To the casual observer, it might seem like just another social trend. But to the biblically discerning, this is a prophetic alarm bell.

“‘For I will take you out of the nations; I will gather you from all the countries and bring you back into your own land.” (Ezekiel 36:24)

Ezekiel along with many other prophets echoed God’s promise to return His people back to the land (Ezekiel 37:21–22; Jeremiah 30:3; Isaiah 11:11–12; Zechariah 10:8–9; Amos 9:14–15; Jeremiah 31:10; Deuteronomy 30:3–5; Isaiah 43:5–6; Zephaniah 3:20).

“It is not for your sake… that I do this… but for My holy name’s sake… and the nations shall know that I am the Lord…” (Ezekiel 36:22–23)

God’s regathering of Israel is not due to their righteousness but to display His faithfulness and vindicate His holy name before the nations.

God’s Pattern: Using Enemies to Move His People

Throughout the Bible, God has used enemy pressure—including antisemitism—not to destroy His people, but to move them, refine them, and bring them back to where He wants them to be, in the land of Israel.

God’s pattern of allowing things that He hates to accomplish the things that He loves resonates throughout the Old Testament.

▶ Egypt (Exodus 1)
The Israelites thrived in Egypt until Pharaoh turned against them. God used oppression to awaken them to His promise and deliver them toward the Promised Land.

▶ Babylon (2 Kings 25; Daniel 1)
Through Nebuchadnezzar, God judged Judah and sent them into exile. Yet in His mercy, He preserved a faithful remnant and later stirred their return through Gentile kings like Cyrus (Ezra 1:1–4).

▶ Russia & Europe (1800’s–1948)
The pogroms of the 1800’s in Russia unleashed a wave of antisemitism that pushed Jews to flee, many of them migrating to what would soon become modern Israel. This migration became the first wave of Aliyah’s into the land. After the horrors of the Holocaust, world sympathy helped establish the State of Israel in 1948. God used even the darkest chapters to fulfill His word.

“I will bring you out from the peoples and gather you out of the countries where you are scattered… then you shall know that I am the LORD.” (Ezekiel 20:34,38)

The Remnant and the Refining

God is calling Jews back—especially His remnant, just as He always has.
This remnant will be refined by trials in the Great Tribulation.

“This third I will put into the fire;
I will refine them like silver
and test them like gold.
They will call on my name
and I will answer them;
I will say, ‘They are my people,’
and they will say, ‘The Lord is our God.’” (Zechariah 13:9)

Being drawn back to the land, they’ll one day recognize their Messiah at the Second Coming at the end of the Tribulation.

“And I will pour out on the house of David and the inhabitants of Jerusalem a spirit of grace and supplication. They will look on me, the one they have pierced, and they will mourn for him as one mourns for an only child, and grieve bitterly for him as one grieves for a firstborn son.” (Zechariah 12:10)

Modern antisemitism, though evil in human origin, may be allowed by God to position His people for the fulfillment of end-time prophecy.

This antisemitic hostility serves two purposes. It exposes the heart of the world system.

“Then the dragon was enraged at the woman and went off to wage war against the rest of her offspring—those who keep God’s commands and hold fast their testimony about Jesus.” (Revelation 12:17)

Also, it reveals the satanic hatred of God’s chosen people. God is pushing the Jewish people toward their prophetic homeland. The only place where God promises their ultimate deliverance.

Converging Forces: Pressure and Promotion

What we are seeing may be the result of two prophetic forces converging:

1. The Force of Pressure (Antisemitism)

Like in Egypt, Babylon, and Nazi Europe, rising antisemitism is pressuring Jews to leave nations where they are no longer welcome.

2. The Force of Promotion (Political Favor)

Leaders like Donald Trump, through efforts like the Abraham Accords, have helped strengthen Israel’s geopolitical position. While not necessarily spiritual in origin, such political favor opens the door for Jewish resettlement and national rebuilding.

It also brings the Jews closer to the last days fulfillment of the rebuilding of the third Jewish Temple on the Temple Mount in Jerusalem.

Together, these forces mirror the divine strategy God has used before.
Pressure behind, and Promise ahead.
This may be the final wave of regathering before the Tribulation begins.

“I will signal for them… and gather them in. Surely I will redeem them;… they will be as numerous as before.” (Zechariah 10:8)

A Biblical Timeline of Prophetic Movement

Time Period	Force Used by God	Result
Egypt	Oppression	Exodus to the Promised Land
Babylon	Conquest	Exile & Return under Cyrus
Russia (1800s)	Pogroms	First modern Aliyah (Jewish return)
Holocaust	Persecution	Birth of modern Israel (1948)
Today	Antisemitism + Political Favor	Return of the Remnant & Tribulation Prep

Spiritual Reflection: Watch, Pray, Prepare

God’s faithfulness to Israel is not only a testimony of His covenant-keeping love—it’s also a warning to the world. As the Church sees these signs converging, it should provoke urgency, not complacency.

“Watch therefore, and pray always that you may be counted worthy to escape all these things…” (Luke 21:36)

The days ahead will bring more hostility toward God’s people, more upheaval in the Middle East, and more prophetic fulfillment. But they also bring us closer to the return of Jesus Christ.

Now is the time to:

Pray for the peace of Jerusalem (Psalm 122:6).
Support the Jews and their return to Israel (Romans 11:1–5).
Proclaim the gospel—both to Jew and Gentile—while there is time.

Final Word: The Sovereign Hand Behind the Chaos

The world may be raging, but God is not surprised. He is in control of it all. He is orchestrating the return of His people, the rise of prophetic events, and the preparation for His Son’s return.
Two forces—pressure and promise—are working together to bring about the final acts of the biblical story.

Are you watching?
Will you be ready?

Are modern world events echoing ancient patterns? Could the parallels between President Donald Trump and King Nebuchadnezzar be more than coincidence—and part of a divine prophetic timeline?

Unlikely Parallels: A King and a President

At first glance, comparing a 6th-century BC Babylonian king with a 21st-century American president might seem unusual. But when viewed through the lens of Bible prophecy, striking similarities emerge—especially when considering their influence on Israel and global affairs.

Both men were proud, powerful, and deeply consequential. Both acknowledged the God of the Bible at key points in their leadership and witnessed miracles of God. And remarkably, both are connected to pivotal moments involving the Jewish people.

Are these parallels just historical quirks, or could they point to something deeper—something prophetic?

King Nebuchadnezzar: The Disperser of Israel

Nebuchadnezzar was the ruler of the Babylonian empire, the first true world superpower. God called him “My servant” (Jeremiah 27:6), not because of his righteousness, but because God used him to fulfill divine judgment. Under his reign, Jerusalem was conquered, the Jewish temple destroyed, and the Jewish people scattered from their land—an event that began the long exile prophesied in Scripture.

Throughout the Bible, God has used things that He hates to accomplish things that He loves.

Nebuchadnezzar also had spiritual awakenings. He witnessed miracles of God performed through Daniel and his friends. In Daniel 4, after a humbling period of madness, he publicly praised the Most High God and acknowledged His dominion over all kingdoms.

Donald Trump: The Facilitator of Israel’s Return

President Trump’s policies had far-reaching effects on Israel. He officially recognized Jerusalem as Israel’s capital, moved the U.S. embassy there, and brokered the Abraham Accords, establishing normalized relations between Israel and several Arab nations. Many believe these moves helped accelerate prophetic developments—particularly the ongoing regathering of Jews to their homeland, which the Bible foretells (Isaiah 11:12; Ezekiel 36:24).

Trump also witnessed a miracle from God during the attempt on his life. While he is known for his strong personality and prideful demeanor, he also gave frequent recognition to God, Christian values, and religious liberty.

Is there something more to what we’re seeing?

Prophetic Symmetry: Bookends of the Time of the Gentiles?

Could Nebuchadnezzar and Trump be bookends of a divine timeline?

• Nebuchadnezzar initiated the dispersion of Israel—fulfilling judgment.
• Trump helped facilitate aspects of regathering—signaling restoration.

This symmetry may reflect the closing arc of the Times of the Gentiles (Luke 21:24), a period when non-Jewish powers would dominate Israel until the return of Christ.

“They will fall by the sword and will be taken as prisoners to all the nations. Jerusalem will be trampled on by the Gentiles until the times of the Gentiles are fulfilled.” (Luke 21:24)

It also may point to the Fullness of the Gentiles (Romans 11:25-26) which speaks of a specific number of Gentiles being saved during the Church Age. Once this is complete, God resumes His focus on Israel, particularly during the Tribulation

“I do not want you to be ignorant of this mystery, brothers and sisters, so that you may not be conceited: Israel has experienced a hardening in part until the full number of the Gentiles has come in, 26 and in this way all Israel will be saved.” (Romans 11:25-26)

Could the Trump Era bring a significant shift to the events of the last hours of this age. A time that will bring in the “Fullness of the Gentiles” lead to the close of the the “Time of the Gentiles” which will come at the end of the tribulation.

These global shifts surrounding Israel are not happening in a vacuum. They align with:

• Daniel 9:27 – A future covenant involving Israel.
• 1 Thessalonians 5:3 – Peace talks preceding sudden destruction.
• Revelation 13 & 17 – The rise of a final global ruler and empire.

Trump’s push for Middle East peace, though well-intentioned, may be laying groundwork for the eventual false peace the Antichrist will exploit.

God’s Pattern: Raising Leaders for His Purposes

Scripture teaches that God raises up and removes leaders for His divine purposes (Daniel 2:21). He used Pharaoh to display His power. He used Cyrus to release the Jews. And He used Nebuchadnezzar to discipline them.

So too, modern leaders—even if unaware—can serve as instruments in God’s sovereign plan.

That doesn’t mean any leader today is a biblical figure—but their actions may fit into the prophetic puzzle. As we near the end of the age, patterns are repeating, intensifying, and converging.

Spiritual Reflection: Are You Ready?

The comparisons between Trump and Nebuchadnezzar are not about politics—they’re about prophetic awareness.

If God used ancient kings to fulfill His word, and if modern leaders are echoing those roles, then we must ask: What time is it on God’s prophetic clock?

We may be witnessing the final setup before the Tribulation—the last hours before the rapture of the Church and the rise of the Antichrist. These are not days for complacency. They are days to wake up, look up, and speak up.

“Watch therefore, for you do not know what hour your Lord is coming.” – Matthew 24:42

Are you living as if Christ could return today?
Have you placed your trust in Him alone for salvation?

We are not called to predict the day—but to prepare our hearts. Just as Nebuchadnezzar eventually bowed before God’s majesty, and as modern leaders are used in His story, so too must we surrender to the King of kings while there is still time.

Final Thought

Whether coincidence or calling, the similarities between Nebuchadnezzar and Trump may be yet another sign that God is speaking through history. Will we listen?

Humanity today is witnessing unparalleled upheaval. We see wars, moral collapse, lawlessness, evil, natural disasters, and growing calls for global unity. To the discerning eye, these aren’t random occurrences—they are prophetic signposts foretold in Scripture.

These occurrences are happening almost daily. Media outlets are not reporting these events. The media will make sure to give this little attention. Because they don’t wish to offer any legitimacy to God’s word in these last days.

God has always warned of coming judgment and wrath. These are not just bad things happening in our day. They’re warnings that have been foretold for centuries. They’re meant to prepare the believers and wake up the unbelievers.

Bible prophecy is not merely unfolding—it is converging. As foretold in Scripture, the world is preparing to meet its Creator.

Jesus warned His disciples to “watch and be ready” (Luke 21:36), because the signs of His coming would be unmistakable. The convergence of these signs should stir urgency in our hearts.

There has never been a time in the history of creation when God’s word of things to occur in the last days are coming together. In fact, every Bible prophecy spoken about of these last hours is clearly moving toward it’s fulfillment. Ten years ago this was not the case.

Let’s examine a few of these prophetic markers and their relevance to today’s generation.

The Prophetic Time Clock

Israel and its relationship to the nations is the centerpiece of time around which all biblical prophecy exists.

The rebirth of the nation of Israel in 1948 was a seismic prophetic fulfillment (Ezekiel 37).

“Who has ever heard of such things?
Who has ever seen things like this?
Can a country be born in a day
or a nation be brought forth in a moment?
Yet no sooner is Zion in labor
than she gives birth to her children.” (Isaiah 66:8)

After nearly 2,000 years, God gathered His people back to their land, reactivating the end-time clock.

Jerusalem, a cup of trembling.

“I am going to make Jerusalem a cup that sends all the surrounding peoples reeling. Judah will be besieged as well as Jerusalem. 3 On that day, when all the nations of the earth are gathered against her, I will make Jerusalem an immovable rock for all the nations. All who try to move it will injure themselves.” (Zechariah 12:2-3)

The city has become the focal point of geopolitical tension, fulfilling prophecy.

Psalm 83 and Ezekiel 38–39 alliances point to the coming Ezekiel War – one of the next major events on the prophetic calendar. The rise of hostile nations aligning against Israel—such as Iran, Russia, and Turkey—is no coincidence. We live in a time of wars and rumors of wars.

Calls for a two-state solution and global intervention in Israel’s affairs mirror God’s warning in Joel 3:2: “They divided up My land.”

These are only the tip of the iceberg. Many more relevant prophecies are revealing themselves rapidly toward realization. For further understanding.

Converging Signs in Society

The Old Testament prophets often spoke warnings from God that echoed the theme, “Prepare to meet your Creator!” The apostle Paul, also warned that the last days would be marked by moral decay and spiritual deception.

“But mark this: There will be terrible times in the last days. 2 People will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, proud, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, 3 without love, unforgiving, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not lovers of the good, 4 treacherous, rash, conceited, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God— 5 having a form of godliness but denying its power. Have nothing to do with such people.” (2 Timothy 3:1-5)

What was once shameful is now celebrated. Violence, sexual confusion and depravity, and lawlessness are widespread.

Many churches have departed from sound doctrine, replacing truth with entertainment, compromise and the desire for popularity.

“Don’t let anyone deceive you in any way, for that day will not come until the rebellion occurs and the man of lawlessness is revealed, the man doomed to destruction.” (2 Thessalonians 2:3)

The groundwork for a one-world government, economy, system of the antichrist and religion is rapidly advancing (Revelation 13), setting the stage for the coming one-world leader (Antichrist).

Creation Groaning: Natural and Cosmic Disturbances

Jesus said in Matthew 24:7 that earthquakes, famines, and pestilences would increase like birth pains. Paul echoed this in Romans 8:22—creation groans in anticipation of redemption.

Natural disasters are breaking records in frequency and intensity. Pestilences and pandemics have shut down economies and changed societies overnight.

Celestial signs include solar eclipses, blood moons, and other anomalies capturing global attention.

“There will be signs in the sun, moon and stars. On the earth, nations will be in anguish and perplexity at the roaring and tossing of the sea. 26 People will faint from terror, apprehensive of what is coming on the world, for the heavenly bodies will be shaken.” (Luke 21:25-26)

These are not random; they are divine wake-up calls.

The Rapture and the Removal of the Restrainer

Before judgment falls, God removes His people. The rapture of the Church is the next major event on the prophetic calendar.

“For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. 17 After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. And so we will be with the Lord forever.” (1 Thessalonians 4:16-17)

The Holy Spirit, operating through the Church, currently restrains lawlessness. Once removed, chaos will erupt. The Antichrist will rise, and the seven-year Tribulation will begin.

“And now you know what is holding him back, so that he may be revealed at the proper time. 7 For the secret power of lawlessness is already at work; but the one who now holds it back will continue to do so till he is taken out of the way. 8 And then the lawless one will be revealed, whom the Lord Jesus will overthrow with the breath of his mouth and destroy by the splendor of his coming.” (2 Thessalonians 2:6-8)

After the rapture, deception will explode, and many will believe the lie.

“and all the ways that wickedness deceives those who are perishing. They perish because they refused to love the truth and so be saved. 11 For this reason God sends them a powerful delusion so that they will believe the lie” (2 Thessalonians 2:10-11)

The world will be desperate for a false savior. Then the world will be ripe for the global leader the Bible calls the antichrist. He will deceive many into following him.

The Urgency of the Hour: Repentance and Readiness

Jesus emphasized the need to be ready: “Therefore keep watch…” (Matthew 24:42). The parable of the Ten Virgins (Matthew 25:1–13) warns against spiritual complacency.

Are you watching and waiting, or sleeping and drifting? Are you living for this world or the coming Kingdom?

The good news is this: Today is the day of salvation.

“For he says,
“In the time of my favor I heard you,
and in the day of salvation I helped you.”
I tell you, now is the time of God’s favor, now is the day of salvation.” (2 Corinthians 6:2)

In other words, don’t wait. Loosen the bonds of this world. Come into a relationship with Christ. The door is still open. God is calling people from every tribe and nation to turn from sin and trust in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior.

This is the reason for these warning signs. Turn back to God and accept His free gift of salvation. Or prepare to be disciplined during what will be the earth’s worse days.

The World Must Prepare to Meet Its Creator

We are not looking at isolated signs—we are witnessing the convergence of all signs foretold in Scripture. Bible prophecy is not meant to frighten the believer but to fuel our faith and focus.

The Creator is near. His Word is true. His return is certain.

Whether the world is ready or not, the King of Kings is coming. Now is the time to prepare your heart, share the gospel, and live with eternity in view.

Maranatha! Come, Lord Jesus.

Biblically True Christianity Is Not a Religion!

What’s in a Name?

I once listened to a young so called Christian pastor belittle a young woman because she made the claim that Christianity was not a religion. It was an ugly conversation to observe. She was correct and He was not.

I know what you’re thinking. Let me explain.

Followers of Christ are no more Christian than God’s chosen people are Jews. It’s drastically important to understand this concept before we can determine the difference between Christianity and Christ.

The name Christian was coined for the first time in the Syrian province of Antioch. At the time, Antioch was controlled by the Romans. The gentiles of that time began calling anyone who was a follower of Christ a Christian. It was done to deride Jesus’ followers. The concept of Christian was no more clear in that day than it is today. Christian is just a name used to mock a group of people. The name stuck and the world perverted it’s meaning.

The name Jew was coined for the first time around 400 B.C. It was given to the Israeli’s of that time who had returned from Babylonian exile to reclaim there rightful home in Jerusalem. It was given to them by vagrants and outsiders who had occupied the city while the Israelites were in captivity in Babylon for 70 years. It’s believed it was a short nickname for Jerusalem and meant to deride the Israelites at that time. The name stuck and the world perverted its meaning.

Christ was not a Christian and He didn’t seek Christians to follow Him. He sought those in need of a Savior.

God was not a Jew and He didn’t seek Jews to be His chosen people. He chose Abraham.

Is Christianity the true Religion?

The question of, “Is Christianity the true religion?” is no more relevant than to ask is the rainbow the true color.

There are thousands of non-denominational Christian sects across the globe. The world has so blurred the lines between a true follower of Christ, that the lie has spread like wildfire while the truth is knocking on the church door.

God was clear through His prophet Isaiah that He despised the religion the Jews had created by distorting and adding to His Words. The week of His crucifixion, Christ eviscerated the Jewish religious leaders for their sanctimonious religiosity. Jesus also gives a final warning in His seven letters to the seven churches of Revelation to step away from their lukewarm faith and religions and return to Him.

So, “Is Christianity a true religion?” can only be answered by where you base the truth. The true answer is, yes, Christianity is a religion. There is no true religion. Christianity was a name created to deride a group of people and was not even an exact depiction of a true follower of Jesus.

The real question becomes, “Who are true followers of Christ?” In a world rampant with spiritual deception and adultery, we are not to be looking for the right religion. We need to be looking for the right relationship.

Who Are True Christians?

Is Christianity the true religion? Who are true Christians? Is Christianity True? These are all great questions. The unfortunate reality is that they’re not going to give you the true answer that you’re looking for.

During Christ’ short three year ministry, He often came to the synagogues on the Sabbath to teach. He would take a scroll and often read from the Old Testament book of Isaiah. Isaiah was filled with the future promise of the Messiah.

Through Jesus’ teachings, He showed us the connections in God’s word between Him and the Old Testament. He also taught us that the best way to interpret scripture is to allow scripture to interpret itself.

Today, we know that the Words of God are woven together from Genesis to Revelation into a tight blanket of salvation. Every book points to Christ. Not to religion, but to Christ.

Sometimes, in the study of scripture, in order to get a clear understanding of the meaning behind a verse or passage, we need to go back to the original text to see what was said.

The same is true for followers of Christ. Understanding the past allows us to see what’s in front of us today.

So, who are true Christians? A true biblical Christian is not a seeker of a religion. But a follower of Christ. It’s one who gives His life to a full relationship with Jesus. One who believes that God’s Word (Bible) in its entirety to be the inspired, the only infallible, authoritative Word of God revealing the love of God to the world.

The true biblical Christian takes nothing from it and adds nothing to it.

How Does True Biblical Christianity Become a Religion?

As soon as God’s Words are insufficient to mankind, you have got yourself a religion.

Let’s face it, mankind has perfected sin. There is not an evil, depraved or despicable act of sin that mankind has not thought of or performed. Surely, distort God’s words by adding to them or taking away from them is something that mankind is capable of.

“See that you do all I command you; do not add to it or take away from it.” (Deuteronomy 12:32)

“I warn everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this scroll: If anyone adds anything to them, God will add to that person the plagues described in this scroll. 19 And if anyone takes words away from this scroll of prophecy, God will take away from that person any share in the tree of life and in the Holy City, which are described in this scroll.” (Revelation 22:18-19)

Among the accolades of sin, mankind has perfected the adding to, taking away and distorting God’s Word. Give it a name and you have yourself a religion.

I spent 40+ years in the Catholic Church of Rome. There is no religion that has so perfected the changing, adding, and taking away from God’s Word.

Biblically True Christianity Is Not a Religion!

If we’re going to be really specific, true biblical Christianity in no more a religion than a five star Michelin restaurant is a fast food joint.

So, what is biblically true Christianity? Great question. The Bible, from cover to cover points to Christ. Let’s do the same in order to understand what a true Christian might look like.

Four hundred years before the birth of Christ. God’s presence through His prophets ended. The world was a dark place. More importantly, due to the rampant sins of the nation of Israel along with mankind, creation had lost its “way” back to its Creator. There was no “way” back to God. Humanity was lost in its sinful state in a sinful world.

We needed a Savior, desperately. We needed a “way” back to God. Someone who could fulfill God’s will upon this earth.

Christ came into the world to fulfill that need for us.

He didn’t come to establish a religion. He came to establish a relationship.

This is all He asks of us. He taught us that He would completely fulfill the will of the Father. Then He would become the “way” back to the Father.

Christ taught us that there is no other “way” but through Him. Not religion, but through Him alone. Christ didn’t teach us that He was the religion, the truth and the life.

Jesus answered, “I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” (John 14:6)

Not a single Bible verse teaches us to become a part of a religion. This is all too important in today’s world of religions and spiritual deception. The Bible calls us into a relationship with Christ.

Biblically true Christianity is a “Way.”

What Is True Christianity?

True Christianity is knowing the “Way.”

“Meanwhile, Saul was still breathing out murderous threats against the Lord’s disciples. He went to the high priest 2 and asked him for letters to the synagogues in Damascus, so that if he found any there who belonged to the Way, whether men or women, he might take them as prisoners to Jerusalem.” (Acts 9:1-2)

Notice, Luke uses the term “Way” capitalized referring to those who were believers and followers in Christ. Jesus’ disciples were never a part of any religion nor did Jesus ever instruct them to form or join a religion.

True Christianity is knowing the “Way.” Thus, you must be born again.

The “Way” is through a relationship with Christ not a membership with your religion.

There is a great falling away from the faith happening today. It was prophesied to happen in these last days. Many are stuck in their religions knowing they need to get out but not sure where to go or what to do.

Others are leaving their religions in large numbers. This makes many vulnerable to religious and spiritual deception. Because many don’t know where to turn. Some will abandon what faith they have all together.

How True Christians Seek a True Relationship With Christ

God gave us through His chosen people the one and only resource you need to establish a loving relationship with Jesus. It’s called the Bible. The best selling book of the year and of all time.

Repent and turn away from your sins. Ask Jesus to forgive you. He loves you and wants nothing more than to establish a relationship with you. Get into God’s Word with a good Bible and get to know who your heavenly Father is.

Find someone that can help you find a biblically sound Christian church. This is getting more difficult by the week. If you’re looking for a Bible recommendation, I highly suggest the Pastor David Jeremiah Study Bible. It has been my blessing for many years.

If you have questions, thoughts or suggestions, I encourage you to reach out to me. I would love to help you in your journey in whatever way the Lord puts in front of me.