This year promises to be a difficult year if the last twelve months are any indication. It doesnât appear that thereâs going to be any let up in some of the catastrophic events that have been occurring. The message that God gave ancient Israel through Hosea resonates very well for Christians today. It is a message that makes it quite easy to make a comparison between what ancient Israel was being told then and what we see around us today. Hosea gets a little specific, but very apropos … [Read more...] about The Beast World Order
Prophecy
China and Russia in Prophecy
There is a lot of talk today about a new world order. The worldâs attention has been drawn to two major political powers, China and Russia. Each power has geopolitical ambitions. An article in Foreign Affairs, âHow Fear of China is Forging a New World Orderâ states: âAs China seeks to burn down what remains of the liberal order, disparate actors are starting to roll back Beijingâs power. In the process they are reordering the world. For the first time since the cold war, a critical mass of … [Read more...] about China and Russia in Prophecy
Is Christ Your King?
When Christ returns, every human ruler will be dethroned and every idol will be dismantled. We who have already accepted Christâs dominion look forward to that time. But do we really see our King clearly? The first commandment prohibits idolatry and reinforces Godâs primary rule over all things. But throughout the history of Godâs people putting God first has been a continuous struggle. In 1446 B.C. the Israelites, having come out of Egypt witnessing Godâs miracles, lost sight of Moses and … [Read more...] about Is Christ Your King?
The Lying Epidemic
The position of being separated from God by sin leaves a person very exposed to the forces of tearing down and destruction. How can we be certain of this? Because God has already written the playbook. Through the prophet Isaiah, God states, âBut your iniquities have separated you from your GodâŚâ (Isaiah 59:2). Sin and God simply do not mix. Not that God doesnât give space for sin to be repented of â He does. But when sin is a way of life, certain characteristics develop as a … [Read more...] about The Lying Epidemic
Sigh and Cry
It is difficult to ignore major events swirling around us on a daily basis. Their magnitude seeks our attention, particularly when they fit the general description of prophetic events. I find myself checking world news sources each morning with the anticipation of what else happened overnight. Since we are powerless to change the course of world events, it becomes important to know how to process the information. What did God mean when He told the angel who had the writerâs inkhorn at his … [Read more...] about Sigh and Cry
Ishmaelâs Sons
Well, the brothers are at it again! The two sons of Abraham were half-brothers, as they had different mothers. The way they were raised produced an animosity between them that exists to this day and may have a bearing on events shortly ahead of us. Abram, as he then was called, was told by God that he would be taken to a land where his descendants would be as numerous as the dust of the earth (Genesis 13:15-16). So, Abram anticipated having children â and a son â as the fulfillment of this … [Read more...] about Ishmaelâs Sons
The Years Ahead
In the coming years, the members of Godâs Church will face increasing pressure against maintaining a firm position on Godâs truth. It will be a year of challenge and change. The change will be all around us and the challenge will be âholding fast.â We will have reason to be very mindful of the Apostle Paulâs admonition to âWatch, stand fast in the faith, be brave, be strongâ (1 Corinthians 16:13). We are not making predictions, but simply trying to watch. Watchfulness is a spiritual condition … [Read more...] about The Years Ahead