Good morning, blog readers, from sunny and cool (37 degrees) Wisconsin where, on my morning walk, I saw: a beautiful moon, 2 planes, a police officer and a robin! Thank You, Jesus!
This recent (4/21/24) headline, from Politico, got my attention this morning: “Blinken heading back to China, with a threat over military aid to Russia.”
Joshua Posaner reported: “U.S. Secretary pf State Antony Blinken will head to Beijing this week, with a warning for China to curb its technical support for Russia’s military – or else.”
Blinken’s three day trip starting Wednesday comes after the approval of a $61 billion aid package for Ukraine by the U.S. House, and in the midst of fears in Western capitals that Chinese aid to Moscow for manufacturing of military hardware is ramping up.
“We’re prepared to take steps when we believe necessary against firms that … severely undermine security in both Ukraine and Europe,” a State Department official told reporters ahead of Blinken’s trip. We’ve demonstrated our willingness to do so regarding firms from a number of countries, not just China.”
Posaner continued: “Reports have long circulated that China has been sending everything from vehicles to bullet-proof vests to Russia for use in its war against Ukraine, with the dual-use technology having both civilian and military applications. The official said that China’s support means that Moscow has ‘largely reconstituted its defense industrial base, which has an impact not just on the battlefield in Ukraine but poses a larger threat, we believe, to broader European security.” Officials in the U.S. have this month briefed that China is also shipping parts and microchips used for the production of drones, cruise missiles and armored vehicles .”
In Revelation 16:12, that John reported: “And the sixth angel poured out his bowl upon the great river, the Euphrates, and its water was dried up, that the way might be prepared for the kings from the east which, I believe, will include China, North Korea and others. And, before that, I also believe that Russia and her allies, including Iran, will be destroyed by the Lord God Himself, according to the prophecy of Ezekiel 38-39. Sadly, I also believe there is no mention of the U.S. in prophecy which may indicate we have either been destroyed or are no longer a world leader. So, stay tuned, as the above countries rise and fall under the sovereignty of God (Daniel 2:20, 21). And, if you are not a believer in Jesus, please agree with God you are a sinner who needs a Savior Who is Jesus (Romans 3:23, 24) and believe He died on a cross for your sins, was buried and raised from the dead (I Corinthians 15:1-4) to forgive all your sins and give you eternal life (John 3:16). Then, watch, wait, work, witness for, walk with and worship Jesus until He comes. Blessings, Doug (4/22/24)
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