Tag: Middle East
A Confederation of Peace, versus a war machine. Saudi/Iran
Saudi Arabia is putting together a confederation of peace. Iran, on the other hand, is at war with any who stand in their way. A confederation is forming. What role will it play in Bible prophecy–if any? Iran and Saudi Arabia are in the midst of a fight to control the Middle East. They are…
Egypt: Isaiah 19: They will play a big part in final days
The LORD’s Burden Against Egypt An uncertain future lies ahead for the country of Egypt. They have experienced devastating terror attacks, (see here) national riots, protests, and political upheaval. Riots and a political take-over, initiated by the Muslim Brotherhood, forced the military to take control of the country. General Sisi now leads the country but…
Saudi Arabia Leads a Peaceful Alliance of Islamic Nations
Saudi Arabia is leading a Peaceful Alliance of Islamic Nations In the name of peace, they are vowing to ‘wipe terrorists from the earth.’ Saudi Arabia is leading an effort to bring peace to the Middle East. That’s their stated goal. They probably have other goals than that stated one but they say they want peace.…
Daniel 3: The Selfie Loving King and the Fiery Furnace
Into the Fiery Furnace “Then it’s the furnace for you!” That’s the sentence we can imagine the king yelling at his subjects when they refused his commands. When you are an all-powerful king you can send people to the furnace when you feel like it. In the book of Daniel, chapter three, we see the self-absorbed…
Damascus: When will this city be destroyed? Isaiah 17
The Burden of Damascus Syria and Israel as well Is the city of Damascus destined for destruction? Many make the claim that the city has a target on it and will eventually be completely destroyed. The first verse of chapter seventeen of Isaiah is the reason for the claim. A true prophet speaks or writes…
Nebuchadnezzar-Daniel 2: Timing of Lord’s Return Revealed
Daniel Chapter Two: Nebuchadnezzar &The Timing of the return of Jesus Revealed King Nebuchadnezzar saw the return of Jesus. The timing of his return was revealed, but the great King had no idea what or who he saw. He needed answers to a troubling dream. God provided those answers. (Dreams can have important meanings) He…
Lucifer, the enemy of God, reigned in Babylon, Isaiah 14
Babylon and Lucifer The fall of the King of Babylon In this chapter of the Book of Isaiah, we find the hiding place of Lucifer. The snake, serpent, devil, or whatever name he happens to choose, can find a hiding place within the confines of evil men. We know he found a place within Judas…
Alarming News Stories about Saudi Arabia Point to a Great War Coming
Saudi Arabian warmups are over. The real wars could begin soon: Saudi Arabia grabs news headlines. There has been a series of news stories coming out of the Middle East that indicate serious trouble is threatening the region. These news stories refer to events that point to the very real threat of a great war…
Isaiah Chapter Ten: The hammer of Assyria hammered Israel
utIsaiah Chapter Ten: The hammer of Assyria strikes Israel Continuing series: Isaiah chapter ten: This post is part of an ongoing series of posts covering the entire book of Isaiah. Each post covers one chapter in the book. We should remember that the chapter breaks are not part of the original message from the Lord.…
The ISIS world has crumbled: What is next for the Middle East?
The caliphate of ISIS is gone. The world did not shed a tear for the so-called freedom fighters who were known by the name ‘ISIS.’ So, as the prophet Amos so aptly wrote, they need to prepare to meet their God. And not the one who is symbolized by a black stone in the middle of…