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Iran Is Not Simply A Political Talking Point, Its A Major Player In End Times Prophecy

We are seeing headlines of courageous men and women standing up at great personal cost to the Iranian regime. We should all be praying for the people of Iran—especially for the many Iranian Christians among them. Pray for freedom, protection, and the gospel to continue spreading. Iran is not simply a political talking point, but what many, including myself, believe is a land of biblical significance. Iran (ancient Persia) is considered a major player in end times prophecy.

Iran Is Not Simply A Political Talking Point, Its A Major Player In End Times Prophecy

We are seeing headlines of courageous men and women standing up at great personal cost to the Iranian regime. We should all be praying for the people of Iran—especially for the many Iranian Christians among them. Pray for freedom, protection, and the gospel to continue spreading. Iran is not simply a political talking point, but what many, including myself, believe is a land of biblical significance. Iran (ancient Persia) is considered a major player in end times prophecy.

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Iran Is Not Simply A Political Talking Point, Its A Major Player In End Times Prophecy

We are seeing headlines of courageous men and women standing up at great personal cost to the Iranian regime. We should all be praying for the people of Iran—especially for the many Iranian Christians among them. Pray for freedom, protection, and the gospel to continue spreading. Iran is not simply a political talking point, but what many, including myself, believe is a land of biblical significance. Iran (ancient Persia) is considered a major player in end times prophecy.

In-Depth: The Iranian Protesters May Have Ignited A Firestorm, But Will The Regime Be Reduced To Ashes?

Decapitation or capitulation? Does Trump lop off the Islamist head of the regime or continue to exert maximum pressure to force behavioral change? Any viable strategy must take into account the nature of the ayatollah’s regime. Pride, ideology, and survival define it. An outcome perceived as outright defeat would be intolerable. Any loss must therefore be framed – however implausibly – as victory, or the regime will be unable to accept it or survive internally. Scripture reminds us that pride goes before destruction, yet pride also blinds leaders to reality.

Support For Israel Grows Among The People In Iran As Protesters Cry for Freedom

Interestingly, the Jerusalem Post reports that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is "currently the most popular person in Iran." One Tehran resident said that "people have fallen in love with him." Iranians were "impressed" by Israeli strikes on Iran in June as part of "Operation Rising Lion," as the air force focused only on regime infrastructure and did not harm civilians.

Iran And The Red-Green Alliance: A Warning For The West

To fully understand the deeper meaning of what is happening in Iran right now, we must understand the historical context and the emergence of the Red-Green Alliance. Historically, the colour red symbolised socialist and communist ideologies, while green represented Islamist movements. Though seemingly at the diametrically opposite ends of the political and theological spectra, one inherently atheistic and the other theocratic, these two currents have repeatedly formed alliances of convenience. Their shared opposition to Western liberal democracy, Israel and the United States has provided sufficient unity for cooperation. 

Anti-Regime Protests, The Future Of Iran, And Where Christians Should Stand

As Christians, we should always examine world events with a Bible in hand. Through the lens of Scripture, we understand two critical insights that are unique to those with a Biblical worldview: Where we should stand on an issue and what God's prophetic Word states will happen in the future. Through these insights, let's examine the chaotic developments in Iran.

Antisemitic Delusion: Even Amid Venezuelan Chaos, Israel Is Blamed As The Villain Pulling The Strings

Not everyone shared in this victory. Some were very critical of Trump, and others were deluded enough in their minds to blame Israel. Yes, that's right, they blamed Israel, and once again, Candace Owens was leading the charge. "Within minutes, Candace Owens reframed Venezuela's liberation into an Israel-centric conspiracy, declaring that 'Zionists cheer every regime change because they steal land, oil, and other resources.'"

It Didn’t Take Long For Australia’s Pro-Palestine Mob To Re-emerge With Violent Rhetoric

Well, that didn’t take long.  After what seemed like a millisecond of national unity against antisemitism in the wake of the Bondi massacre, people want to take to the streets again in order to “Free Palestine.” Although their usual talking points of genocide and mass starvation still remain at the core of their protests, the pro-Palestine mob seems to have become incensed at the decision by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese to invite Israeli President Isaac Herzog to visit Australia.  

Iran Intensifies Efforts To Open A New Terror Front Against Israel In Judea And Samaria

The Israeli security agency Shin Bet recently foiled an attempt by Iran to smuggle large amounts of advanced weapons to Palestinian terrorists in Judea and Samaria (also known as the West Bank) to be used in attacks against targets in Israel. The smuggling operation demonstrates that Iran, after losing its proxies in Lebanon and Syria, is intensifying its efforts to open a new eastern terror front against Israel inside Judea and Samaria by exploiting Israel’s long and porous border with Jordan.

Trump Gives Israel Green Light to Act Against Hezbollah if Disarmament Fails

U.S. President Donald Trump has given Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu approval to take action against Hezbollah if the Lebanese state fails to disarm the Iran-backed terror group, according to a Jerusalem Post exclusive.

Understanding The Land, The People, And The Messiah: Are You Prepared To Defend Israel In 2026?

Looking forward to 2026, one wonders if the focus will remain on Israel. Truly, there is no reason why it will not, and, in fact, everything seems to indicate that Israel will be even more of a focal point in the coming year. The real question is: Will it be a focal point or a thorn in the flesh? This all depends on your worldview.

‘Death To The Dictator’: Iran Protests Turn Openly Defiant As Markets Shut Down

Chants of “death to the dictator” rang out across Tehran as thousands of merchants, students, and residents joined expanding protests sparked by Iran’s deepening economic collapse. Security forces responded with tear gas and rubber bullets as large sections of the capital, including parts of the Grand Bazaar, were shuttered in protest.

What Satan Intends For Evil, God Is Using To Draw The Jews Back Home

Whether talking about hate-filled nations of the Middle East that surround Israel, the metropolitan areas of Europe and Asia, or even in the United States of America, like in the case of Australia, governments are ignoring the anti-Semitism that’s growing at an astonishing rate. The terrorists perpetrating these deadly assaults are almost, it seems, being given governmental permission to do their dastardly evil. There is, to those of us who observe from the biblical perspective, the undeniable fact that Jews are being shown the door to exit these hostile cities and countries.

America’s History With Israel And What Lies Ahead

Over the years, Republicans and Democrats have shown both support for Israel and distaste for it. Pro-Jewish history runs side by side with virulent anti-Semitism. Yet despite these problems, Jewish people always have called America the Goldina Medina, Yiddish for the “Golden Land,” because they have been allowed to flourish here. So what is America’s future?

Netanyahu Issues Sharp Warning To Tehran As Suspicious Iranian Missile Drills Raise Alert Level

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told reporters at a press conference on Monday that the Jewish State is closely monitoring military exercises being conducted by the Iranian regime, underscoring large-scale repercussions for “any action against Israel” taken by Tehran. “We are following this and doing all the necessary preparations,” Netanyahu stressed. “I want to convey this clearly to Iran: Any action against Israel will be met with a very severe response.”

Australia’s Leadership Didn’t Just Fail To Combat Antisemitism, They Helped Fuel It

While the global spotlight on Australia is forcing the government to take long-overdue action to better protect the Jewish Community, the problem may be much more difficult to confront than leaders realize. Dean Dwyer underscored that his country and other Western nations remain "blind to the true source of antisemitism," and as a result, also blind to the cure.

Why They Are Hated?: Understanding God’s Abiding Heart Of Love For The Jewish People

Satan will always have a special hatred for the Jews that is greater than his hatred for all other people, and that hatred will continue to express itself all the way into the Tribulation period as we see in the Book of Revelation. And anywhere you see anti-Semitism in the world, whether you see it in a nation, whether you see it in a city, whether you see it in a religion, whether you see it in an individual heart, or whether we see it in our own hearts, you are witnessing something that is demonic.

The Consequence Of A Government And A Culture That Has Let Antisemitism Run Amok

Sadly, this is the consequence of a government and a culture that has let antisemitism run amok. Violent anti-Jewish protests are not rare in Australia, and law enforcement does little to stop it. Jew-haters are emboldened to strike out, even to the point of protesting at a memorial for the victims of the Bondi Beach attack. Antisemitism has been normalized in Australia, and I don’t believe the government has the will or the backbone to counter it. That is why I am calling on all Jews who live in Australia to come to your ancestral home in Israel. You will be welcomed with open arms, and you will finally feel safe once again.

‘If Jewish Children Singing In Hebrew Now Triggers Law Enforcement And Handcuffs, Then Something Is Broken’

A chilling video circulating online shows a young woman being pinned against the floor of an airport as Spanish police place her in handcuffs, manhandling her in the process. The video has drawn condemnation not only because of what it shows, but also because of what led to the incident: the removal of 44 French Jewish teenagers the woman was supervising from a European flight, allegedly for the crime of speaking Hebrew.

Beyond The 1930s And 1940s: Racial Antisemitism Is No Longer Localized

Indeed, we are well beyond the 1930s and 40s! The archenemy of the Jews is also the archenemy of God, who loves the Jewish people. Satan knows the details of how God is about to reveal Himself to Israel in the final chapter of His saga on the human race. This has prophetic implications that do not end well for Satan (Zechariah 12:10, Romans 11:26). It is written and irreversible. In an almost "human" flawed behavior, Satan is telling the Jews, "If I go down, you're going down with me!" Satan is hate personified, and he injects his hatred into people to use them in fulfilling his agenda. So, we have the Sydney massacre, October 7, and the Holocaust, and the sad reality of the days we live in is that there will be more.

Even Hitler Knew When The War Was Lost—But Instead Of Accepting Defeat, Hamas Is Digging In

Before taking his own life on April 30, 1945, Adolf Hitler appointed Admiral Karl Dönitz, commander of Germany’s U-boat fleet, as his successor. Hitler knew that World War II was lost and betrayal among his leadership surrounded him. He turned to Dönitz, a man he regarded as disciplined, loyal, and untainted by the corruption of the Nazi inner circle, to defend what remained of the collapsing Reich. Instead, when Hitler died, Dönitz accepted reality: The Nazis were beaten.

Antisemitic Shooting Leaves Scores Dead In Horrific Rampage At Hanukkah Event In Australia

"I'm appalled by the murderous shooting attack at a Hanukkah event in Sydney, Australia," Sa'ar wrote. "These are the results of the anti-Semitic rampage in the streets of Australia over the past two years, with the anti-Semitic and inciting calls of 'Globalise the Intifada' that were realized today. The Australian government, which received countless warning signs, must come to its senses."

In-Depth: The USS Liberty — How A Tragic Accident Became A Blood Libel

The Liberty’s revival reflects Owens and Carlson’s desperation to turn the American people against Israel, because Israel accidentally attacked this U.S. warship. Sadly, Americans who follow Owens did not hear the truth about what happened. Instead, they heard Phil Tourney, an embittered Liberty survivor, blend his experience of the attack with half-truths, outright lies, and antisemitic conspiracy theory.

The Muslim Long Game: From Syria To Europe And America, Islam’s Global Strategy Is On Full Display

The deeper we look at this man, the more apparent it becomes that while he says the right words, his actions betray him. He is playing the Muslim long game, similar to the “soft takeover” that Islam has carried out in Europe. He is a wolf in sheep’s clothing, and I hope that President Donald Trump and other world leaders have enough insight to see him for who he really is. Al-Sharaa’s soft takeover is indicative of Islam’s global strategy. The clearest sign of this is in Europe where Muslim violence is blending with the vicious nature of the radical left to steal the peace of the continent.

US Seizes Sanctioned Tanker Moving Venezuelan and Iranian Oil, Triggering Sharp Rise in Tensions

Attorney General Pam Bondi confirmed late Wednesday that federal agents executed a seizure warrant on the vessel—identified as The Skipper—off the coast of Venezuela. “For multiple years, the oil tanker has been sanctioned by the United States due to its involvement in an illicit oil shipping network supporting foreign terrorist organizations,” Bondi said on X.

The Demonic Nature Of Hamas And The Delusion Of The West

No one should be shocked that Hamas is refusing to disarm. And yet, many in the West are surprised, obliviously believing that the terrorist group would honor Trump's peace plan. These leaders have failed to see these terrorists for who they really are: a demonic death cult.

The ‘Times Of The Gentiles’ And The Beginning Of Israel’s Preeminent Position Amongst The Nations

The times of the Gentiles is coming to a close, and we rejoice to know that through God’s program of redemption and restoration, Israel will hold the preeminent position amongst the nations, exactly as prophesied. But we also rejoice to know that in the future Millennial Kingdom, God will make provision for believing Gentiles to enjoy the rich spiritual and material blessings which will flow from Jerusalem because the King’s throne will be there.

Israel Unveils Incredible ‘Iron Beam’ Weapon System… But It Pales In Comparison To The Jewish States’ Ultimate Weapon

While God gives Israel the knowledge to greatly develop and advance, especially their defense capabilities, a day is coming when the world will behold an even greater display. God Himself stands in Israel's defense and destroys all those who rise up against her. That will be the ultimate weapon that Israel will possess—the Lord God of Israel.

Bloody Ceasefires And The Persecution Of A Prime Minister

Unfortunately for the prosecution, the already weak case is now deteriorating by the day. Everyone in the country sees it for what it is, but there are still enough Netanyahu haters amongst the citizens and the power-drunk judicial branch of the government to keep the court case going. Thus, in the midst of a seven-front war, the Prime Minister is forced to spend three days a week in court defending himself against politically motivated drivel.

The Media’s Lies Against Israel Are Being Revealed, But Will The Truth Matter?

I do not want to be the bearer of bad news, but I do not think that it will make any difference whatsoever for the people who hate Israel and the Jews because they are being manipulated by Satan using the irrational and demonic Jew hatred that he invented. The truth was always available, and it still is, maybe even more so, but antisemites do not want to be bothered with the facts. Will it help Tucker Carlson, Candace Owens, or Nick Fuentes revise their positions? I doubt it!

‘Eyewitnesses’ Of War?: Latest X Update Exposes ‘Gazan Influencers’ As Frauds

X, formerly known as Twitter, released an update aimed at boosting transparency on its platform, revealing the country or region from which an account operates. It is a simple change, but one that has already proven fruitful, exposing widespread deception that is fueling global hatred against God's chosen people. Dozens of accounts that claim to be "eyewitnesses" of the war in Gaza have turned out to be operating from countries like Pakistan, Poland, the United Kingdom, and even Southeast Asia.

The Handwriting Is On The Wall For Diaspora Jews

Drawing a crowd of prospective immigrants, none of them probably expected to be confronted by a group of 200 angry demonstrators who shouted vile and crude statements including, “globalize the intifada,” “death to the IDF” and another one too vulgar to write, but directed at Jews, not Israel. 

PA ‘Reforms’ Will Do Nothing To Change The Overwhelming Desire Of Palestinians To Destroy Israel

Considering the incitement of children, the pay-for-slay program, and numerous other anti-Israel actions by the PA, it is absolutely ludicrous that the world pressures Israel to make peace with these people. One thing is certain: hatred for Israel is not just a "Hamas thing." The majority of the Palestinians carry that same demonic hatred for the Jewish state.

The Same Accusations Leveled Against Zionism Are Being Leveled Against God Himself

God promised through the prophets that He would return the Jewish people to the land of Israel. This promise is reiterated over and over in the Scriptures, which makes the Bible a very Zionist book… so does that mean God is racist too? Nothing could be further from the truth.

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