Good morning, blog readers, from snowy and cold (32 degrees) Wisconsin where, on my morning walk, I saw: a bunny and a dog!

Here are some interesting, scary and, perhaps prophetical, headlines from this morning’s news:

#1. Chapter 12 – The Battle for the World (Technocracy News and Trends)

#2. Biden says, “after Xi meeting he doesn’t believe there is ‘imminent attempt’ from China to invade Taiwan (Fox News.com).”

#3. China’s Xi Warned Biden Not to Cross Taiwan ‘Red Line’ in Summit Talks: State Media (Barron’s)

In the first article, Patrick Wood wrote: “The original story of the tower of Babel cast all the people in the world as in agreement to build a tower into heaven, perhaps to drag God down out of heaven and deal with him on earth. Whatever the intent, it turned out to be wishful speaking as God himself broke up the party and scattered the conspirators. The scene on modern earth is quite different, however.

Today, a small group of elitists are in agreement with each other on how to reshape the world. If such an elitist group could now speak with a common language and purpose, it would be to say something like this: ‘We have dealt with God and He is dead. We run things now for our pleasure. We will reshape the structure and function of the world and then we will change you to fit into our new world. We will be immortal, omniscient and omnipotent. You will not. You will be the resources we need to put our world in harmony. We don’t care if you like it or not because you are hopelessly trapped and are powerless to stop us.'” Wow! Wow Wow!

In the second article, Greg Norman (not the golfer) reported: “President Biden told reporters Monday following his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping that he ‘does not think there’s any imminent attempt on the part of China to invade Taiwan. Biden continued: “I absolutely believe there need not be a new Cold War, I’ve met many times with Xi Jinping and we were candid and clear with one another across the board. And I do not think there’s any imminent attempt on the part of China to invade Taiwan.'” Wow! Wow! Wow!

And, in the third article, by the AFP (Agence France Presse), the staff wrote: “Chinese President Xi Jinping warned his US counterpart Joe Biden not to cross Beijing’s ‘red line’ over the island of Taiwan in Monday’s summit meeting between the two, state media reported. Wow! Wow! Wow!

Whether you realize it or not, the so-called “Great Reset” is now well underway. The richest of the rich are taking control of the world and calling the shots in government, with the economy, health issues (like viruses and vaccines), the military, war, food supplies, climate change and, the ultimate, transhumanism (man becoming God) which by the way, was Satan/Lucifer’s desire from the time he was created. See Ezekiel 14 and Isaiah 28. And, in case you missed it, in Genesis 3:1-5, Satan (aka, the serpent) tempted Adam and Eve to eat the “forbidden fruit” which God had told them not to eat. And, despite what God said, they gave in to Satan’s lie, ate the forbidden fruit and, instead of becoming like God, they became sinners in need of a Savior. And, as a result of their sin, we are now born with a “sin nature” and in need of a Savior Who is Jesus (Romans 3:23, 24).

All of which brings me to ask: “Have you believed God, that you are a sinner who needs a Savior? And, have you trusted Jesus, His death,, burial and resurrection (I Corinthians 15:1-4) to save you from your sins and give you eternal life (John 3:16)?” And, if you are a believer in Jesus, you know the drill (as Judy Dalton would say): Watching, waiting, working, witnessing for, walking with and worshiping Jesus until He comes. Blessings, Doug (11/15/22)

Good morning, blog readers, from partly cloudy/sunny and cold (21 degrees) Wisconsin where, on my morning walk, I saw a deer and, after a wave, got a “beep” from a truck driver! Thank You, Jesus!

This morning, I saw this headline, read the article, was blessed and had to share it with you, especially if you are “down” after the election. The title, “The Red Wave that really matters” by Michael Brown, Christian Post Op-Ed Contributor.”

Michael wrote: “For a number of reasons, I would have preferred to see the Republicans take back both the House and Senate in fairly decisive ways. This would have effectively thwarted the implementation of what I believe to be a very destructive leftist agenda. And I voted accordingly in my own state.

But I am not in the least bit discouraged or downcast, since the ‘red wave’ I am really looking for is a spiritual one. As I tweeted on October 20, ‘I have voted Republican for many years, but my vision for a ‘red America is for a nation washed in the blood of Jesus.’

As followers of Jesus living in America our calling remains the same, regardless of who runs the government. We are called to be disciples and make disciples, to know God and to make God known. And we remain a remnant, called to be holy and set apart, in the midst of an evil world. In the words of John, ‘We know that we are from God, and the whole world lies in the power of the evil one (I John 5:19).’

We are called to let our light shine brightly, thereby exposing darkness and pointing people to God. We are called to be the salt of the earth, functioning as the moral conscience of the state and as a preservative element in the society. We are called by God to love our neighbors. We are called to acts of kindness and compassion, to feed the poor and to set the captives free. We are called to rescue those headed for slaughter and to advocate for the widow and the orphan. We are called to exalt Jesus in word and deed and preach Him as Savior and Lord. We are called to pursue holiness in our own lives and to declare the holiness of God to the world. We are called to build strong families and have a multigenerational impact. This is some of our mission and calling.

If we can change the laws too, that’s wonderful. Many will benefit from that in the long run. If we can shift the culture, that’s glorious. The more the light shines, the more the darkness is dispelled. If we can elect God-fearing political leaders, that’s something to shout about. In the words of Proverbs, ‘When the righteous rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan’ (Proverbs 29:2). But let’s remember that generations of believers, beginning with the very first disciples, live and died with slavery and infanticide and other barbarous practices as a way of life, the cultural norm. It took centuries before these evil things were abolished or went out of practice. Yet the gospel continued to march one.

It is the same today here in America. … As I tweeted on November 5, 2018, right before the midterm elections four years ago, ‘Regardless of a blue wave or a red wave tomorrow, God is still God, the Bible is still His Word, and we are called to be disciples and make disciples. Period.'”

Well said, brother Michael! As Christians, we should take to heart what he just said. Yes, Jesus is coming! And, we have His work to do. I can’t remember who said this, but one pastor often heard his father say to him, “Get with it, son!” So, let us “get with it” as we watch, wait, work, witness for, walk with and worship Jesus until He comes. 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. Blessings in Christ, Doug (11/14/22)

Good morning, blog readers, from cloudy and cold (26 degrees) Wisconsin where, on my morning walk, I saw: 3 deer and a dog! Thank You, Jesus!

As some of you know, I have a hobby of studying earthquakes, mainly because Jesus told us in Matthew 24:7 and Mark 13:8 that, before His return, “there will be earthquakes in various places.” And, while there are always earthquakes every day, what I saw over the last 6 days might just be a “sign” of things to come. On the USGS website, over the last 6 days, I saw: 32 “moderate” (5.0-5.8) quakes, 3 “strong” (6.2-6.8) quakes and 2 major (7.0) quakes in or near: Afghanistan, Brazil, Chile, Cuba, Fiji, Guatemala, India, Indonesia, Italy, Japan, the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, Nepal, Peru, the Philippines, Russia, Taiwan, Tonga and Vanuatu. Wow! Talk about “earthquakes in various places! Stay tuned!

And, here’s another article of interest in the “rumors of war” category from today’s Gatestone Institute: “President Biden Wants Talks While China’s Xi Prepares for War.”

In the article, Gordon G. Chang wrote: “The meeting, as crucial as everyone believes it will be, should not occur. It is long past time for America to stop talking with the Chinese regime and start imposing costs for dangerous and other unacceptable behavior. Talking sounds as if it should work but in fact has produced horrible results for more than three decades. In short, dialogue enables China to buy time and often run out the clock. … It is time for America to get ready for the war that is coming. That means, among other things, bolstering those defending free societies, not emboldening those intent on attacking them.” Another wow! And, perhaps, another “rumor of war” that could turn into a “war” itself which, I believe, could threaten, weaken or destroy the United States.

Why do I say this? Because, based on Ezekiel 38, when Russia and her allies invade Israel “to take a spoil,” no one comes to Israel’s defense. And, just when it looks like Israel is doomed, the Lord Himself comes to her defense and destroys all her invaders. And, if that is true, then a lot still has to take happen. Why do I say that? Because when Israel is invaded by Russia and her allies, Israel is living in “peace and prosperity in a land of unwalled villages” (38:11-13) which is not true today. Now, I could be wrong but, I do believe, we will live to see some of Bible prophecy fulfilled.

So, stay tuned, dear brothers and sisters in Christ and keep watching, waiting, working, witnessing for, walking with and worshiping Jesus until He comes. And, if you are not a believer in Jesus, c’mon now, swallow your pride and agree with God you are a sinner who needs a Savior (Romans 3:23, 24) and believe Jesus 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) . Blessings, Doug (11/13/22)

Good morning, blog readers, from cloudy, windy and cold (31 degrees) Wisconsin where, on my morning walk, I saw: 2 deer! Thank You, Jesus!

This recent headline from “Live” caught my eye this morning: “Scientists are working on an official ‘alien contact protocol’ for when ET phones earth.”

In the article, Isobel Whitcomb wrote: “We’re unprepared for when E.T. reaches out to us. A team of experts is determined to change that with the first new alien ‘contact’ protocol in 35 years.

Whitcomb continues: “If extraterrestrial life sent us a message tomorrow, how would humanity respond? According to researchers, we don’t know yet – and that’s a problem. Currently, the only alien contact protocol that humans have was established by the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence Institute (SETI) in 1989. The protocol, which was last revised more than a decade ago, is vague when it comes to the international response of sharing discoveries with the public and broader scientific community. In the event of confirmed alien contact, the protocol’s main practical tip for scientists is to seek instruction from the United Nations (really) or another governing body. What the United Nations should do is another open question.”

Personally, I believe we will, one day, have contacts with “aliens” which the apostle Paul speaks about in Ephesians 6:12, “For our (that is, Christians) struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the powers, against the world forces of this darkness, against the spiritual forces of wickedness in the heavenly realms.” William MacDonald comments: “This warfare is not a matter of contending against godless philosophers, crafty priests, Christ-denying cultists, or infidel rulers. The battle is against demonic forces, against battalions of fallen angels, against evil spirits who wield tremendous power. Though we cannot see them (although I personally did see one at one time), we are constantly surrounded by wicked spirit-beings. While it is true that they cannot indwell a true believer, they can oppress and harass him (her).” Paul tells us how to defend ourselves again these “evil spirits” in verses 10-20.

Jesus, in Mark 13:33, 35, 37, tells us to “stay on the alert” which means we are to be like the Bereans who, in Acts 17:11, “eagerly received the word (that is the Scriptures) daily to see whether these things were so.”

And, if you are not a believer in Jesus, please do not let the enemy (the devil and his demons) get hold of you with his lies, but agree with God you are a sinner who needs a Savior Who is Jesus (Romans 3:23, 24) Who died on a cross for your sins, was buried and raised from the dead to forgive all your sins and give you eternal life (I Corinthians 15:1-4; John 3:16). And, if you do, I’ll see you in heaven. To God be the glory! Blessings, Doug (11/12/22)

Good morning, blog readers, from cloudy and cool (41 degrees) Wisconsin where, on my morning walk, I saw: 5 deer! Thank You, Jesus!

And, speaking of Jesus, let me give you a very important Scripture: “For the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy (Revelation 19:10).” William MacDonald, in his Believer’s Bible Commentary, wrote: “This means that the true purpose of prophecy is to bear testimony to the Person and work of Christ.”

While the Old Testament points to the first coming of Christ, the New Testament points to His second coming. And, as I have said numerous times before, Jesus has given us a number of “signs” to look for in Matthew 24, Mark 13 and Luke 21 which, like “birth pains” (Matthew 24:8), will increase in frequency and intensity, as we get closer to His return.

So, with that in mind, let me show you some headlines from this morning’s news which may very well be prophetic:

#1. UN Seeks Control Over Agriculture, Blames For Global Warming (Technocracy News). In the article, the TN Editor wrote: “World famine is all but guaranteed as the UN blames farming and ranching for over one-third of so-called greenhouse gas emissions, and then seeks to impose policies to limit those emissions.” And Jesus said, in Matthew 24:7, Mark 13:8 and Luke 21:11, “In various places there will be famines.”

#2. Explainer: What the latest U.N. science says about climate change (Reuters): “Last year’s report on the physical basis for climate change unequivocally blamed humans for rising temperatures. It also said climate change was dangerously close to spinning out of control.” Check out Revelation 7:16 and 16:8, 9 and you will see that God and His angels, not humans, are responsible for all weather, including “global warning.”

#3. The Dangerous Nexus: Russia and Iran’s Mullahs (Gatestone Institute). Majid Rafizadeh reported: “The Iranian regime, which has long argued that it is not seeking to develop nuclear weapons … has lately changed its tone and is boasting that it currently has the ability to build a nuclear bomb. Biden’s new nuclear deal, if reached, will also allow Russia to cash in on a $10 billion contract to further expand Iran’s nuclear infrastructure.” Turn to Ezekiel 38 and you will read of a future invasion of Israel by Magog and Rosh (Russia), Persia (Iran), and a host of other nations at a time when Israel is living in peace (not today) “to take a spoil.” Read Ezekiel 39 to see the outcome.

#4. How the FDA and CDC Are Hiding COVID Jab Dangers (Dr. Joseph Mercola). In the article, Dr. Mercola wrote: “The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has publicly warned that COVID is one of the Top Ten causes of death in children aged 5 to 11, yet when asked to produce the data, they admitted they never conducted an analysis for that age group.

The CDC also lied about Pfizer’s study results. While claiming the Pfizer jab was 92% effective for those with previous COVID infection, the actual trial data found NO evidence of efficacy (effectiveness) in those with previous infection.

Analysis of the CDC’s Mortality and Morbidity Weekly Reports reveals the CDC is systematically (and automatically) hiding jab-related deaths, particularly in categories like cancer, cardiac deaths and strokes, to make the shots appear unrelated to excess deaths.” Remember, Jesus said of the “religious” Pharisees in John 8:44: “You are of your father the devil, and you want to do the desires of your father. He was a murderer from the beginning, and does not stand in the truth because there is no truth in him. Whenever he speaks a lie, he speaks from his own nature, for he is a liar and the father of lies.” The devil knows he is living on “borrowed time.” And, as result, he will be spinning his lies, banking on the fact that many a Christian is not grounded in the Truth and will be easily deceived.

Jesus said, in Matthew 24:24, “For false Christs and false prophets will arise and will show great signs and wonders, so as to mislead, if possible, even the elect.” And so, based on what Jesus just said, we also know that, as we get closer to His return, the devil will ramp up his lies and deceptions big time. All of which means we need to “be on the alert” (Mark 13:33, 35, 37) while watching, waiting, working, witnessing for, walking with and worshiping Jesus until He comes.

And, if you are still not a believer in Jesus, today would be as good as any to seal your eternity in heaven with Jesus by agreeing with God you are a sinner who needs a Savior Who is Jesus (Romans 3:23, 24) Who 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). Please know I love you and am praying for you. Blessings, Doug (11/11/22)

Good morning, blog readers, from partly sunny/cloudy and warm (60 degrees) Wisconsin where, on my morning walk, I saw a deer! Thank You, Jesus!

Several times (maybe more) I have referred to a Bible prophecy in Ezekiel 38 where, I believe (and not all Christians do) Russia, Iran and a host of other nations will, one day, be drawn away from a war (Ukraine?) to invade Israel “to capture spoil and to seize plunder” which, according to verse 13, will include “silver, gold, cattle, goods (wealth) and great spoil.” What that “great spoil” is remains to be seen. And yet, I believe we can rightly assume that Israel will have something the other nations need or want.

Here’s one possibility from the November 7, 2022 Jewish News Syndicate: “Energean announces new gas discovery off Israeli coast.” In the article, I read: “Energean plc announced on Monday the discovery of a commercially viable deposit of natural gas, containing an estimated 13 billion cubic meters (bcm), at its Zeus-01 drilling site located off Israel’s coast, the company said in a statement. A post-well (?) analysis of the find is currently being conducted.

For his part, Energean CEO Matthios Rigas said: ‘Following the start of production from our Karish reservoir last week, I am pleased that our drilling program, which has now delivered five successful wells from five, continues to deliver value, ensuring security of supply and energy competition across the region.'” All I can say is: “Stay tuned!”

And, if you want the “rest of the story,” read Ezekiel 39 to see how it all plays out. In the meantime, dear brothers and sisters in Christ, let’s get excited about Jesus’ coming and keep watching, waiting, working, witnessing for, walking with and worshiping Jesus until He comes. And, if you are still not a believer in Jesus, time is running out for you to become one. So please, right now, agree with God you are a sinner who needs a Savior Who is Jesus (Romans 3:23, 24) Who 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). Blessings, Doug (11/10/22)

Good morning, blog readers, from cloudy and cool (49 degrees) Wisconsin where, on my morning walk, I saw: 2 deer and a cat! Thank You, Jesus!

Two questions: “Have you thanked God for the election results He gave us?” And, “Have you committed yourself to praying for our newly elected leaders?”

As I have said numerous times in the past, Jesus has given us some “signs” to look for, leading up to His return. In Matthew 24, Mark 13 and Luke 21, He said, “There will earthquakes in various places.” And so, over the last 24 hours, there have been two “strong” (6.6, 6.8) quakes and one “major” (7.0) quake, south of the Fiji Islands. And, in addition, there were 5 “moderate” quakes in or near: Italy (5.6), Japan (5.0), Nepal (5.6), Peru (5.1) and the Philippines (5.2).

Jesus also said, in Luke 21:11, “There will be plagues (pestilences, KJV) in various places. Leave it to the doctor to record that one! Webster defines “pestilence” as “any virulent (extremely poisonous) or fatal contagious or infectious disease, especially one of epidemic proportions.” Can you say, “COVID-19?”

And, speaking of COVID, Dr. Joseph Mercola, quoting an article from the November 7, 2022 “Nature,” asked the question: “Is the COVID Booster Worth It?” The article continued: “Israeli Study Casts Doubt on its Effectiveness.” In the article, he reported: “By the end of January, 2022, 6.1 million Israelis had received two doses of the COVID shots; of that number, two-thirds, or about 4.4 million had received three doses. Yet, despite the high vaccination rates, the country experienced what they call an ‘unprecedented’ number of COVID infections.”

Then, there was this headline from Dr. Mercola: “Will US Imperialism Intentionally Create Another World War?” In the article, Dr Mercola reported: “For more than a century, the United States has meddled in the affairs of other countries against the wishes of the very populations we claim to have ‘rescued.’ Between 1946 and 2000, the US interfered in more than 80 foreign elections. Repeatedly, the US has orchestrated coups to remove democratically elected leaders – all in the name of ‘defending democracy.’

Hawaii, Cuba, the Philippines, Dominican Republic, Congo, Haiti, Iran, Guatemala, Indonesia, Iraq and Honduras are just a few examples of countries that have been victims of American imperialism. America’s meddling in foreign elections has long been rationalized as being ‘done for a good cause,’ but can a nation that claims to value democratic processes undermine those very processes in other countries and call it defense of democracy?”

Mercola continued: “The U.S. is still flexing its imperialist muscles, this time by seeking to escalate the conflict between Russia and Ukraine into another world war and, potentially, a nuclear exchange.” And, Jesus said, in Matthew 24:6, Mark 13:7 and Luke 21:9, “You will be hearing of wars and rumors of war.”

All three of these articles confirm what Jesus prophesied would happen before His return. And, keep in mind, like “birth pains’ (Matthew 24:8), these signs will increase in frequency and intensity, as we get closer to His return. So, as believers in Jesus, let us “stay on the alert” (Mark 13:33, 35, 37) and keep watching, waiting, working, witnessing for, walking with and worshiping Jesus until He comes. And, if you are not a believer in Jesus, please know He will either be your Savior or Judge. My prayer is that you will agree with God you are a sinner who needs a Savior Who is Jesus (Romans 3:23, 24) Who 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). And, if you do, I’ll see you in heaven! Blessings, Doug (11/9/22)

Good morning, blog readers, from partly cloudy/sunny and cool (41 degrees) Wisconsin where, on my morning walk, I saw, I believe, the same two deer in the same spot where I saw them yesterday! Thank You, Jesus!

Today is Election Day in the “United” States of America! Sadly, many people, including Christians, get all worked up about the election and the results, as if they are in control and God isn’t. First of all, as Christians, we should believe in the “sovereignty” of God, as Daniel reminds us in Daniel 2:21, “It is He who changes the times and the epochs (seasons); He removes kings (presidents, governors, senators, congressmen/women, mayors, Supreme Court justices, etc.) and establishes kings. He gives wisdom to wise men and knowledge to men of understanding.”

I also like what Solomon shared in Proverbs 16:33, “The lot is cast into the lap, but its every decision is from the Lord.” In other words, we vote and God decides the outcome!

So, brothers and sisters in Christ, let us joyfully accept His will in the election and move on to the business at hand: “Watching, waiting, working, witnessing for, walking with and worshiping Jesus until He comes. And, one more thing: the Lord tells us, in I Timothy 2:1-4, that we are to pray for our leaders, especially for their salvation if they are lost.

And, if you are still not a believer in Jesus, I wonder, “What’s it going to take?” If you dare, read Revelation 6-19 and you will see graphically what the Lord will bring upon the earth to not only get your attention, but to wake you up that you will agree with Him you are a sinner who needs a Savior Who is Jesus (Romans 3:23, 24) Who 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). The alternative is an eternity in hell; the choice is yours. Please know I am praying for your salvation.

Off to see what the Lord has decided and who I need to be praying for. Blessings in Christ, Doug (11/8/22)

Good morning, blog readers, from sunny and cold (36 degrees) Wisconsin where, on my morning walk, I saw a spectacular moon and 2 deer right in front of me on the sidewalk about 5 feet away. I said “hello” and got the usual stare in return before they headed off through the bushes down by the pond! Thank You, Jesus!

This headline caught my attention this morning: “Will you survive the ‘Tripledemic?'”

In the article, Dr. Joseph Mercola, reported: “According to the mainstream media, hospitalizations for respiratory infections are on the rise and ‘experts’ warn of a potential ‘tripledemic’ this winter, as COVID, seasonal influenza and respiratory synctial virus (RSV) are all in circulation. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports a 1% increase in new admissions of patients with confirmed COVID-19. Maine – which has one of the nation’s highest jab rates – has the most COVID hospitalizations. RSV cases are also unseasonably high.

The first-ever RSV vaccines are now in the pipeline, directed at pregnant women, newborns and seniors. Note: Can you say “population control?”

Then, there is the COP27 UN “climate summit” in Egypt beginning today, at which, according to Linda Noakes of Reuters, “leaders from around the globe will begin making speeches, as they seek to whip up ambition in the fight against global warning.”

And speaking of “global warming/climate change,” I have found some very interesting and scary information about things like “geoengineering” where man, including the government, is trying to create and control the weather which, by the way, is simply another attempt at playing God which reminded me of the first commandment where Moses wrote to the Jews in Deuteronomy 5:6, 7, “I am the Lord your God, Who brought you out of the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery. You shall have no other gods before Me.” And, while the Lord was speaking here to the Jews, I believe this Scripture can also apply to all of us which made me think of the acronym for “Joy: Jesus, others, you!”

Wow! Lots of stuff, mostly evil stuff, going on in this country and around the world. And yet, as Christians, we are not to panic, but to trust God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit to get us through this mess on our way to our heavenly home. And so, we are to: watch, wait, work, witness for, walk with and worship Jesus until He comes. And, if you are not a believer, you still have time to become one by simply agreeing with God you are a sinner who needs a Savior Who is Jesus (Romans 3:23, 24) Who 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). Blessings and prayers, Doug (11/7/22)

Good morning, blog readers, from sunny and warm (67 degrees) New Jersey where, on my morning walk, I saw: 13 squirrels, 12 dogs, 4 ducks, 2 blue jays and a cat!

Question: “Is Bible prophecy for the past, present or future?” The answer, I believe, is all three. Bible prophecy in the past, as revealed in the Old Testament/Hebrew Scriptures, pointed to the coming of the Messiah. Bible prophecy in the New Testament points to the return of the Messiah and the coming of His kingdom. Bible prophecy today points to a number of “signs and events” which Jesus gave us leading up to His return, some of which I believe could even happen in our lifetime like. For example:

A Psalm 83 war between Israel and her Muslim neighbors.

The total destruction of Damascus as a city (Isaiah 17:1).

A Russian-led invasion of Israel which also includes Iran and a host of other nations (Ezekiel 38-39). A good example of this was reported in this headline from today’s edition of the Gatestone Institute: “The Danger of a ‘Sleeping’ Nuclear Deal strengthening Russia, China, North Korea and Iran.”

We also know, from Revelation 16:12-16, that the “so-called “kings of the east” which may include China and North Korea will, one day, march to Megiddo for a final battle of the nations which will result in Jesus defeating and destroying them (Revelation 19:11-21).

And, in addition to these Scriptures, Jesus told us, in Matthew 24, Mark 13 and Luke 21, “You will be hearing of false Christs, wars and rumors of war, earthquakes and famines in various places, an increase in the persecution of the believers in Jesus, a “falling away (apostasy) from the true, Christian faith and an increase of lawlessness and, on a positive note, “the gospel of the kingdom will be preached in the whole world.”

Hope that helps. Please let me know if you have any questions about Bible prophecy. If you are new to all of this, I would suggest you get my book, “Birth Pains: An Introduction to Bible Prophecy.” which is available on Amazon for $10.00.

In the meantime, if you are a believer in Jesus, keep watching, waiting, working, witnessing for, walking with and worshiping Jesus until He comes. 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). Love, Doug (11/5/22)