Regarding the recent developments in Israel, in one of the following videos there is a discussion concerning it from a Biblical point of view. It has often been mentioned on this blog that Israel is God's prophetic time clock. God has NOT abandoned Israel and Israel has not been "replaced" by the Christian church, as the false teaching of "Replacement Theology" wants us to believe! Read the book of Revelation (and the entire Bible) and you will realize that even in the coming 7 year Tribulation the Jewish people are very much in the heavenly Father's thoughts and plans! That is why the Tribulation is known as "Jacob's Trouble." The Tribulation events will, indeed, cause many of the Jews to accept Jesus as their true Messiah!
The first video is by Hope for our times (.com), by Pastor Tom Hughes and his guest Don Perkins. It is part 1 of 2 pertaining to future events: the Rapture; what Don Perkins believes about Babylon the Great (he does not believe it is America, as some do, and as has been written about on this blog previously); and this first video also touches on the Millennial Kingdom of Christ (which occurs after the 7 year Tribulation. Don't miss this fascinating and informative 1 hour video discussion !
The discussion about the 1000 year reign of Christ continues in the hour long (plus 15 minutes) video below of Part 2 from Hope for our times, with Pastor Tom Huges and Don Perkins. But at the beginning of the discussion is pertinent and insightful information on the current conflict in Israel. Many are wondering if "this is it" , so to speak, as a final occurrance - a precursor to the soon Rapture - and much more ! You don't want to miss this video! I learned much from it! Particularly where the Millennial Kingdom is concerned.
And from the wonderful Christian channel, Grace for Purpose, here follows a recent 30 minute video on current happenings pertaining to Biblical prophecy.
Lion of Judah, a channel on You Tube, is also an excellent Christian source! The 17 minute video that follows is titled: "The Book Of Revelation Is Unfolding Before Our Eyes!"
The above videos should wake up everyone to the fact that Jesus' return must be very soon! Pastor Tom Hughes and Don Perkins discuss that fact in their videos above.
"And I saw a new heaven and a new earth: for the first heaven and the first earth were passed away; and there was no more sea. And I John saw the holy city, New Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. And I heard a great voice out of heaven saying, Behold, the tabernacle of God is with men, and He will dwell with them, and they shall be His people, and God Himself shall be with them, and be their God. And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away. And He that sat upon the said, Behold, I make all things new. And He said unto me, Write: for these words are true and faithful." - Revelation 21:1-5
All of the above verses are wonderful and encouraging -- and TRUE! It makes you want to be there and be with the good Lord! But please note the following verses:
"And He said unto me, It is done. I am the Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end. I will give unto him that is athirst of the fountain of the water of life freely. He that overcometh shall inherit all things; and I will be his God, and he shall be My son. But the fearful, and unbelieving, and the abominable, and murderers, and whoremongers, and sorcerers, and idolaters, and all LIARS shall have their part in the lake which burneth with fire and brimstone: which is the second death." - Revelation 21:6-8
I stressed and capitalized the word "Liars" in the above verse 8 for a reason. It is appalling how easily and often and without a second thought the way people today lie, and lie, and lie some more without any remorse or even a prick of their conscience !! Meaning they have no guilt or regret whatsoever! This is true even among "professed" Christians - meaning they may not be truly saved. Just saying!
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"Behold, I come quickly; blessed is he that keepeth the sayings of this prophecy of this book." - Jesus at Revelation 22:7
"And, behold, I come quickly; and My reward is with Me, to give every man according as his work shall be. I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end, the first and the last." - Jesus at Revelation 22:10-11
Please note that in verse 11 above, Jesus calls Himself the Alpha and Omega. Other passages in the Bible have God Himself addressing the fact that He - The Almighty God - is the Alpha and Omega ! Which proves the deity of Jesus Christ !
In view of the fact that we are in the last moments of the last days, now is the time to get right with the Lord before it is too late ! Give your heart, and life, and soul -- surrendered to Jesus, in true belief that He is the Savior, and the only way to heaven and to life eternal! He died a cruel and painful death for you and shed His precious blood for you - as the Lamb of God - His was a sacrificial death so that you could gain eternal life by faith and belief in Him ! He paid our sin debt for us!
Following are salvation Scriptures for those who are not yet born again - not yet believers in Jesus Christ as the Savior.
"He that believeth on the Son shall have everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him." - John 3:36
"(For he saith, I have heard thee in a time accepted, and in the day of salvation have I succoured thee: behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation.)" - 2 Corinthians 6:2
"Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by Me." - John 14:6
"For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish but have everlasting life." - John 3:16
Remember, however, that we must also repent of our sins in order to be saved!
"From that time Jesus began to preach, and to say, Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand." - Matthew 4:17
First, let us view a 9 minute video concerning what could possibly happen this very year.....things the Bible prophesied centuries ago. It is by Pastor Tom Hughes, and he titles the video " 6 signs of Perilous Times" :
You want to pay special attention to sign #6 above, but all of it is eye-opening information. This video was just recently published on January 15, 2020.
After viewing the above serious information, please realize that Jesus could possibly return for the Rapture of His Bride (true believers; true Christ followers) any day now and thereby they will escape the circumstances stated in Pastor Hughes' video. We will be in bliss in heaven with the Lord! That is something to rejoice over! Keep in mind that no one knows the day and the hour of Jesus' soon return, but He gave us signs to watch for so that we would know the "season" of His return. You may find these signs in Matthew 24, Mark 13, and Luke 21, as well as other places. We are obviously in the season of His return now in these last moments of the end times we find ourselves in right now.
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Psalm 5:11, 12 tells us (11) "But let all those that put their trust in Thee rejoice: Let them ever shout for joy, because Thou defendest them: Let them also that love Thy name be joyful in Thee. (12) For Thou, LORD, wilt bless the righteous; with favour wilt Thou compass him as with a shield." KJV
The above Psalm was written by ancient King David, whom God called "A man after mine own heart." (Acts 13:22)
Like us, King David of old was not sinless.... none of us are perfect, as we all well know. When he sinned, he repented. He truly loved God, and desired to please Him, as we believers today should feel and do.
God is our loving and everlasting Protector. That, too, is something to rejoice over ! Those who would be protected by Him must trust themselves in His care and be guided by His wishes. Just remember He is the Almighty God, our loving Father, and He has perfect wisdom and will guide us in the best path to take in all circumstances. God Himself will defend us. Sometimes we just need to be silent and wait on Him to fight our battles.
"The LORD shall fight for you, and ye shall hold your peace." - Exodus 14:14
All the glory belongs to the Heavenly Father !!
Have trust and joy in God and Jesus!!
The truly pious find their happiness in God.
Philippians 3:1 a tells us, "Finally, my brethren, rejoice in the Lord....."
"Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice." - Philippians 4:4
Concerning verse 12 of Psalm 5, a portion of Hawker's Poor Man's Commentary tells us: "I will make mention of Jesus. I shall find boldness in His blood and righteousness; for Thou Lord, wilt bless Him, and bless His people in Him, and defend all His redeemed here, and crown them with endless joy hereafter, for His name and righteousness sake."
One of the greatest miracles of all is the miracle of salvation ! That the good Lord can take a cold, vile, and wicked heart and turn it into one of His greatest servants, or missionary, or a "prayer warrior" and completely transform that person into a mild and meek and trusting and obedient servant of His ! God can renew a person's mind and heart and fill it with love for Him and love for his fellowman. A miracle indeed!!
Have you experienced such a miracle? Have you repented of your sins and turned to the Savior, Jesus, in faith and belief and surrender?
If you become a child of God, a believer in Jesus, you will know an inner peace and a joy within your soul that even hardships and persecution cannot destroy! You might at times feel sad or mistreated and thereby a bit "down", but deep within your heart you know the good Lord is there with you and "This too shall pass."
This requires a deep, close, intimate, and personal relationship with God through His Son, Jesus Christ. This can only happen if you spend much time in prayer and in reading God's Holy Word, the Bible. You cannot get to know a person very well if you never or hardly ever communicate with him. This applies to the good Lord as well. He desires to hear from you and to fellowship with you.
Jesus loves you and will welcome you with open arms to embrace you in love and forgiveness!
He is waiting to hear from you now!
Do not delay!
"[For he saith, I have heard thee in a time accepted, and in the day of salvation have I succoured thee: behold, now is the accepted time; behold, now is the day of salvation.]" - 2 Corinthians 6:2
Romans 10:9,10,13 tells us: (9) "That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised Him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. (10)For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness; and with the mouth confession is made unto salvation. (13) For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved."
"Jesus saith unto him, I am the way, the truth, and the life: no man cometh unto the Father, but by Me." - John 14:6
"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him should not perish, but have everlasting life." - John 3:16
Have a blessed and Christ centered weekend ... and life!
