WHERE’S the U.S.?

Good morning, blog readers, from sunny and cold (32 degrees) Wisconsin where, on my morning walk, I saw: 2 deer and another dog who was not happy to see me! Thank You, Jesus, for keeping me safe!

This morning-headline, from the Gatestone Institute, made me both sad and angry: “Israel Under Attack – U.S. Administration Abandoning Its Ally?”

In the article, one of my favorite reporters, Majid Rafizadeh, reported: “Article 2, paragraph 4 of the UN Charter explicitly prohibits the threat or use of force against the territorial integrity or political independence of any member state, making Iran’s actions tantamount to an act of war. The U.S. Administration’s call for Israel to refrain from responding to attacks while facing aggression is deeply troubling and raises significant questions about the principles of sovereignty and self-defense.

The expectation that Israel should tolerate such attacks not only undermines the principles of self-defense and sovereignty, but also erodes the longstanding partnership between the United States and Israel, sending a disconcerting message to the world about the strength of any US alliance in the face of adversity.

Amid the relentless assaults from multiple adversaries – Iran’s regime, Qatar, Hezbollah, Hamas and the Houthis, Israel finds itself surrounded by Iran’s ‘ring of fire’ on all fronts. These coordinated attacks, originating from both neighboring states and non-state actors, pose, as clearly intended, a threat to Israel’s existence. In these dire circumstances, Israel looks to its long-standing ally, the United States, for crucial support and solidarity. However, the Biden administration’s approach has left Israel feeling isolated and abandoned at a time when it most needs unwavering backing.”

In Zechariah 2:8, 9, we read: “For thus says the Lord of hosts, ‘After glory He has sent me against the nations which plunder you, for he who touches you (Israel), touches the apple of His eye.” Charles Ryrie comments: “These verses refer to the Messiah Who was sent to show God’s glory in judging the nations that plundered Israel. I suggest you read, if you dare, Matthew 25:31-46.

Sadly, many of the Jews, past and present, have rejected Jesus as their Messiah, even though He had all the credentials to be the One., as we see in passages like Isaiah 9:1-7, 35:1-6, Chapter 53. And so, I would say to any Jew or Gentile who is reading this article, please agree with God you are a sinner who needs a Savior Who is Jesus and believe He died on a cross for your sins, was buried and raised from the dead to forgive all your sins and give you eternal life (John 3:16). Then, you will not only go to heaven when you die, but also inherit your glorious kingdom on earth. Looking forward to both and praying I’ll see you there. Blessings, Doug (4/20/24)