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Trump Is The Most Pro-Israel President In American History—But The World Is Not Applauding

While all eyes are on the Middle East, wondering if this war with Iran will come to some sort of peace agreement or resume, we need to remember that allowing the Iranian regime—that cries “death to Israel” and “death to America—to continue unchecked without any intervention is naive, to say the least. It's living in a fantasy world, and it's national suicide.

Trump Is The Most Pro-Israel President In American History—But The World Is Not Applauding

While all eyes are on the Middle East, wondering if this war with Iran will come to some sort of peace agreement or resume, we need to remember that allowing the Iranian regime—that cries “death to Israel” and “death to America—to continue unchecked without any intervention is naive, to say the least. It's living in a fantasy world, and it's national suicide.

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Trump Is The Most Pro-Israel President In American History—But The World Is Not Applauding

While all eyes are on the Middle East, wondering if this war with Iran will come to some sort of peace agreement or resume, we need to remember that allowing the Iranian regime—that cries “death to Israel” and “death to America—to continue unchecked without any intervention is naive, to say the least. It's living in a fantasy world, and it's national suicide.

How Europe Went From Having A Thriving Jewish Community To Being A Hotbed Of Antisemitic Terrorism

It is 1,500 miles from Israel but has been the launching site of more than 220 ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and drones aimed at the Jewish state since Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, 2023. This ongoing hostility stands in stark contrast to the centuries-old Jewish presence that once flourished in this country.

Iran Is Learning The Hard Way… Nothing Can Thwart God’s Promises To The Nation Of Israel

It’s difficult to grasp how dramatically everything has changed since Hamas crossed the border into Israel on October 7, 2023. Hamas still exists and might rise again, but, for now, it is a shell of its former self. Hezbollah keeps finding and firing remnants of its old missile arsenal, but it has nothing like the stockpile it had just 2½ years ago. The new regime in Syria is wicked and dangerous, but it is not linked to Iran as the old Assad regime had been. The Houthis, the Shiite militias in Iraq, and other enemies of Israel still exist. But the Iranian regime that once fed and directed them has been shattered. 

A Biblical Acknowledgment Of Israeli Sovereignty In The Tennessee Legislature

A Tennessee bill that overwhelmingly passed the State House and Senate is sure to draw strong criticism from activists and progressives. An angry Democrat Party is often the result when states pass legislation fortifying their acknowledgment of Biblical truth.

Where The Church Stands On Israel And Its Future Is Much More Than A Simple Theological Disagreement

What we believe about Israel and its future is of utmost importance. No church is neutral on the matter of Israel’s place in Bible prophecy. Many pastors say that such matters pertaining to the end times are of lesser significance than other more weighty matters of the faith. In my experience, however, they are the most aggressive in promoting the church as the new Israel and the least tolerant of those who disagree with them on this topic. Even so, some might ask, “What’s the big deal?”

Unadulterated Antisemitism: Zohran Mamdani And The Heightened Danger Jewish New Yorkers Face

From lox and bagels to Broadway to the sitcom Seinfeld, the Jewish people and New York City go hand in hand. The nation’s most populous metropolis is home to the largest Jewish population outside Israel: 1.4 million. But since the November 2025 election of the city’s new anti-Zionist mayor, Zohran Mamdani, many Jewish New Yorkers are wondering if “home” will have to be someplace else. New York City long stood as a goldene medina—a golden land—where God's chosen people could live freely, something rare anywhere else until Israel’s rebirth in 1948. Now, with the city led by a mayor hostile to the Jewish people and their ancestral homeland, recent events portend a troubling future for New York’s Jewish community.

Warped Islamic Eschatology: Iranian Regime Hardliners Declare Trump To Be An Evil Apocalyptic Figure

The Iranian regime is viewing this conflict through their own eschatological lens—one which they truly believe they will be supernaturally rescued from. Islamic hardliners who hold to a view that Donald Trump is Dajjal are concentrated in large numbers in Iran and because of this, they will fiercely resist him, believing that the Mahdi and Isa will eventually sweep in and deal with the US/Israel coalition. If the regime falls, it may go some way to shattering their faith in this false apocalyptic vision. If the regime holds against the might of the US and Israel, unfortunately it will mean the narrative strengthens and the resistance grows.

How Antisemites Are Weaponizing ‘Christ’ To Ostracize Israel And The Jewish People

"Christ is King" is not a misnomer; it is an accurate title, but it has recently been distorted and hijacked for a different purpose. The phrase is being used wrongly, ignoring all historical and biblical contexts. Even though it is not said, when the phrase "Christ is King" is uttered by those people who have weaponized it, more is implied. It is akin to saying, "Christ is King, we [the Christians] are in, and you are out, you worthless Jew!"

US Navy Blockade Successfully Takes Control Of Iranian Ports In Another Effective Blow To Tehran’s Crumbling Regime

This move hits the remnants of the regime right where it hurts. The economic damage is estimated at approximately $435 million per day. Due to Trump’s reinvigorated sanctions, Iran is already broke. The government’s own internet blackout is harming the economy. And Iranian state media estimate it will take $270 billion to rebuild after the damage caused by American and Israeli bombing. The U.S. Navy now effectively controls the gates of Iran — or at least its ports — yet the Iranian regime refuses to acknowledge defeat.

With Its Masters In Tehran Weakened, Now Is The Golden Opportunity To Free Lebanon From Hezbollah’s Demonic Grip

Israel is well on its way to finishing the job and ensuring that Hezbollah never threatens the Jewish state in any meaningful way ever again. On Tuesday, representatives from Israel and Lebanon met in Washington, D.C. for historic peace talks aimed at ending Hezbollah's dark influence in Lebanon, where they've really established a state within a state, all with the active support and funding of the Iranian regime.

A Hostile Iran, A Threatened Israel, And A World On Edge

For years, Iran has openly expressed its desire to wipe Israel off the map. And Israel’s greatest concern? That Iran might acquire nuclear weapons to turn that threat into reality. That concern isn’t irrational. While most nations view nuclear arms as a deterrent, Iran’s objective appears to be much more sinister. It aims to eradicate Israel, echoing the genocidal ambitions of Hitler. The world is watching. Oil prices have skyrocketed. Global markets are shaken. For students of the Bible, these events resonate with prophetic familiarity.

Checkmate?: The Trump Administration’s Naval Blockade In The Strait Of Hormuz Is No Small Tactic

This is not just a naval blockade. This is checkmate. This is a move on a regime that somehow believed it had the upper hand. As of Monday, when this blockade went into effect, the US Navy is in the Strait of Hormuz, and Iran's toll booth is closed for business—for good. Vice President Vance and the American team left those negotiations because Iran needs to first collide with reality before its negotiators can sit down at a table that produces anything substantive. The blockade is that collision. If Iran's leverage is the Strait of Hormuz, and Trump just neutralized the Strait, what exactly is Iran negotiating with?

Surrounded By Enemies: The Inescapable Miracle That Is The State Of Israel

Through agreements and key individuals, God orchestrated the return of the Jewish people to the land He promised “they shall inherit . . . forever” (Isa. 60:21) and rebirthed the nation in a day, preserving it from its enemies. Only an almighty, all-powerful, Most High God could accomplish the modern miracle that is Israel. Despite continuing efforts to wipe Israel off the map, God continues to protect and prosper His uniquely Chosen People, just as He promised.

Jan Markell: Holocaust Denial And Antisemitism Are At A New Level… Does The Church Care?

The problem is, it is happening as we speak. No, not the gas chambers, but the sentiment. Never again truly is now. Holocaust denial is at a new level. The Tucker Carlsons and Candice Owens have done staggering damage. It is a painful experience in Israel on this day. At 10:00 a.m., the country comes to a standstill. Children get off their toys. Cars come to a screeching halt. Drivers get out and stand motionless. Sirens wail throughout Israel. There is a collective sigh throughout the land. And the unspoken thought is, does anybody care?

The Board Of Peace: Could Israel Be Walking Into Another Kind Of Hostage Crisis?

The prophet Zechariah warned of a day when the nations will gather against Jerusalem, and the Lord Himself will intervene (Zech. 14:1–4). Although we are not prophets and must be careful with our interpretations, it’s hard to ignore this prophetic imagery when so many nations are now poised to weigh in on a sliver of land located a mere 50 miles from Jerusalem. Israel has received its final hostage from Gaza. May it not walk into another hostage crisis.

The Confusion That Is Lebanon: A Weapon Against Israel—And A Warning To The West

How does a country like Lebanon—once known as the Switzerland of the Middle East, with a cosmopolitan capital that rivaled Paris—become a proxy for Iran in its campaign to terrorize Israel? While many would answer “Hezbollah,” the longer answer may surprise you. A broad review of this religiously diverse region not only explains Israel’s difficulty with its northern neighbor, but it also serves as a timely warning to Western civilization.

Historical Truth And Biblical Love: Why Holocaust Memory Should Matter To Christians?

This is the time for Bible-believing Christians and Jews to lock arms and work together because end-times antisemitism has become an equal opportunity destroyer for both the Jews and the Christian Zionists. Remember the past, partner in the present, and look forward to the future.

In Under 40 Days, The World’s Number One State Sponsor Of Terrorism Has Been Brought To Its Knees

As part of the ceasefire, Iran has agreed to open the Strait of Hormuz and allow ships to travel through that vital waterway freely. Will they actually stick to that over the next two weeks? That remains to be seen. But clearly, the regime is a shell of what it was on February 28th. A nation of 93 million people with a massive arsenal of ballistic missiles and powerful friends in the form of Russia, China, and North Korea is now teetering on the brink.

Hamas Faces Pressure To Disarm As Officials Warn Gaza Could Slide Toward Another Round Of War

Hamas and the Islamic Republic of Iran actually have something in common: they won't give up control without a fight. As idealistic as it sounds that Hamas would relinquish control in Gaza, personally, I don't believe Hamas really has the track record of keeping promises. They do have a track record of deceit and death.

Who Is A Jew?: A Clever Feat Of Theological Gymnastics Has Deeply Confused The Church

The Jews are a unique and separate people, the physical descendants of the patriarch Jacob, whose name God changed to Israel. When Gentiles become believers, they do not become children of Jacob—nor should they want to. Jews and Gentiles who place their faith in Messiah Jesus for salvation become new creations—members of the body of Christ, which is the church.

An Extraordinary Easter Rescue That Had The Hand Of God In Every Detail

Friends, I don’t think this timing is an accident. Shot down on Good Friday. Hidden in a cave on Saturday. Rescued at sunrise on Easter Sunday. Flown out of Iran — alive — as a new day was dawning. The parallels are unmistakable. And I believe God wanted us to see them. Easter is not just history. It’s a living reality. God is still in the business of rescue. He still goes after the one.

A Price To Pay For Supporting Jews: Pro-Israel Christians Are Now In The Crosshairs Of Europe’s Rising Antisemitism

The explosive was planted at the front doors of a building belonging to a Dutch Christian organization (Christenen voor Israel), which seeks to stand “in solidarity with Israel and combat all forms of antisemitism.” While the attack sparked outrage among officials in the nation, the most pointed comments came from the Israeli Ambassador to the Netherlands. “First, Jews were intimidated and attacked in the Netherlands. Now Christians who support Israel are being targeted too.”

Written On An Antisemitic Foundation: This Isn’t Journalism; It’s Anti-Israel Advocacy

The international press ignores, hides, or manipulates “the uglier aspects of Palestinian society” that disrupt the Israel narrative they create for you to read. Friedman suggests that this problem among Jerusalem-based journalists is deeper than their personal opinions toward Israel’s politics and security policies. He believes it’s more about how the press deprecates the “Jews of Israel” because of what they symbolize

Rabbi Proposes A Digital Jewish Temple On The Temple Mount

As we are all too familiar with, the politics governing the Temple Mount have prevented Israel’s orthodox community from pursuing concrete plans for the actual construction of a new Temple. While most, including myself, believe there will be a literal third Temple, the proposal for a largely digital Temple which only requires a small building from which to broadcast from adds an interesting dimension to the conversation.

Why the West Must Fight: Iranian Regime Lowers Military Recruitment Age To 12-Years-Old

In case you needed another reminder of the evil that the United States and Israel are up against, an IRGC terror organization official just announced that the regime has officially lowered its minimum recruitment age to twelve. Boys who should be kicking a soccer ball and running around a school playground are instead playing with weapons like RPG launchers.

By God’s Sovereign Design, Israel Will Ultimately Lead The World In Worship Of Him

It is common to cross paths with Christians who don’t believe the Jewish people today are God’s Chosen People. They fail to see how Israel fits into God’s plan for this world, and they cannot grasp Israel’s significance to them as believers in Jesus. Yet Israel is crucial to God’s plan to redeem the earth.

The Art Of No Deal: Iran, Trump, And The Price Of Negotiating With Terrorists

Ecclesiastes says that there's a time for all things. There's a time for peace and a time for war. The Biden error was believing that you could have one without the credible threat of the other—and we saw what that produced. We saw what it did in Kabul. We saw what it did in Kyiv. We saw it in the Kibbutzim in southern Israel. Iran has been a clear and present danger for 47 years. We can't neutralize evil by signing an agreement.

The Enduring Battle For Israel’s Soil: The Land Has Only Prospered In Jewish Hands

The land of Israel. The most hotly contested region in the world. The Jewish people say it is theirs, and the Arabs say it is theirs. Yet God tells us clearly to whom it belongs. The land belongs to Jehovah, and He says He has given it to the Jewish people as an inheritance forever. Interestingly, this tiny slice of real estate surrounded by enormous Muslim countries has prospered only under the Jewish people.

Israeli Knesset Passes Legislation Expanding The Authority Of Religious Courts—Including Sharia

At present, these courts are limited to civil arbitration and require the consent of all parties involved. But the key issue is not merely what they can do now—it is what has now been officially recognized. For the first time in a modern legislative context, the State of Israel has formally acknowledged and expanded the legal role of Sharia courts. To students of Bible prophecy, this is not just legal policy—it is a signal.

Daniel’s Prophecies, Modern Antisemitism, And The Global Rise Of Hostility Against Israel

The hatred for Daniel’s people–Israel—is so prevalent at this late hour of this dispensation (the Age of Grace) that a large portion of our nation has lost its collective mind. They have become totally reprobate, as Paul prophesied in Romans 1:28. The haters have become mad and upside down in their ability to reason when it comes to the much-hated Israel.

As The US And Israel Continue To Deliver Crushing Blows, Iran’s Mullahs Remain Locked In Full Denial

The Iranian regime spent the weekend reminding everyone why Operation Epic Fury was necessary. Intentionally targeting civilians, attacking holy sites in Jerusalem, firing long-range missiles at a US base, and taking aim at Israel's Dimona nuclear reactor, Iran's regime once again showed its true evil face.

Franklin Graham: Misinterpreting God’s Timeless Promises To The Nation Of Israel And The Jewish People

I’ve been troubled by the increasing number of churches and Bible teachers who are misinterpreting God’s timeless promises to the nation of Israel and the Jewish people. This false teaching, called replacement theology, suggests that God’s covenant blessing with the nation of Israel and its allies no longer exists and instead has somehow been reinterpreted to apply only to God’s modern-day fellowship of believers, His church. Nevertheless, a faithful reading of Scripture proves unequivocally that God’s covenant with Abram in Genesis 12:2-3 remains true as ever today

A World In Dire Straits: Iran Clings To Its Last Vestige Of Power

The Strait of Hormuz has remained at the center of escalating tensions between the United States, Israel, and Iran for decades. Right now, the Strait remains Iran's most potent non-nuclear weapon. A desperate, weakened Iran, with fewer strategic options, sees the Strait as its last remaining leverage, a geographical choke point where it holds a strategic advantage.

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