Iran Rising, Israels Enemies merging, Is This A Sign Of The End?

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Today's message, Iran rising, Israel's enemies merging. Is this a sign of the end?

My friend, I encourage you to study the history of past world events. In order to understand the future and things happening in the world today, we must always carefully examine the past. For instance, there are at least five valuable lessons that we learn from the coming of the Lord Jesus Christ. And I want to share them with you.

One. 85% or more of the Jewish people that He came to either did not recognize Him or rejected Him. He came as promised in the pages of the Hebrew Bible which they read daily, more than we read the Holy Bible. Yet they were not ready for Him when He came and they did not want to follow His commands. Are we any different today?

John 1: 10-12 says He was in the world and the world was made through Him and the world did not know Him. He came to His own and His own did not receive Him. But as many as received Him to them He gave the right to become children of God, to those who believe in His name.

Point number two. Unbelief about the Word of God was rampant in the world then and it is rampant in the world now. We are in even greater danger today than the Jewish people were when Christ came the first time because His coming this time will be so sudden. We will not have any time to react.

Number three. Understanding God's Word can be very difficult and Satan works hard to blind us about its truth. His power to distort God's Word and to blind us is greater than ever today. And this is the age of deception.

Number four. The appearance of the Lord will not be according to our expectations. In fact, He doesn't do anything according to our expectations. Just as His first arrival was not according to the expectations of the Jewish people. In fact, God never operates according to human expectations. Nevertheless, His way is always better because He covers all the bases. When He comes this time, the leaders and people of the world will be powerless against Him. He's coming in a different form because He's coming as King of Kings and Lord of Lords.

Number five. While His first appearance on earth was to a private and almost exclusive audience of the Jewish people, every eye in every nation will see Him when He comes this time.

Now, five key biblical events have recently unfolded right before our eyes. We live in unprecedented times. As we look in amazement at the events unfolding in the world today, and most especially in the Middle East. We see five key biblical prophecies unfolding like clockwork. We're seeing them unfold in real time right before our eyes.

Number one, we see the sudden rise to prominence and power of Iran, whose biblical name is Persia. America and Israel's attack on Iran seem to have awakened this end-time giant. The Iranian nation is a key player in the end time great final battle against Israel.

Number two, Russia, who many say is one of the nations who will come against Israel in the end time battle, is on a dominating drive, expanding its territory at all cost. We see this unfolding at the cost of millions of human lives and massive destruction of entire cities and towns in Ukraine. And even though Ukraine is putting up a very good fight, Russia's drive is expected to continue until Russia prevails. And when Putin is done with Ukraine, he will set his sights on other European nations. And that final battle against Israel will be called the battle of Gog and Magog.

Number three, we also have seen three powerful Muslim nations joining forces to protect themselves from the military might of Israel and soon there will be the announcement of a fourth and perhaps then there will be a fifth and more. These nations are Pakistan, Saudi Arabia and Turkey who just recently signed an agreement of solidarity and promise that an attack upon any one of them will be an attack upon all three of them. Perhaps this coalition will grow and form the global force of nations that will rise up to make the unsuccessful final attack on Israel in the last days. According to Ezekiel 38 and 39, we also know that Iran, Turkey, and possibly Russia will be members of this group, but Pakistan is not mentioned and Saudi Arabia is merely referred to as an observer.

Number four, at the same time, we also see the weakening of America, which may possibly lead to its downfall. But who knows for sure what is in store for America. As incredible as it may seem, America also may be the city of Babylon mentioned in the book of Revelation. All we know for sure is that at that time it will be the leading nation of the world that is destroyed in one day. Everything else is only speculation. Whichever nation this is, when it falls, this will also signal the collapse of the entire world's monetary system. Sounds far-fetched, but scripture prophesies it. Spiritually, it would be the collapse of the kingdom of the world which is ruled by Satan.

And finally, we see the amazing power of the nation of Israel, wreaking havoc among its next door neighbors. Israel has destroyed Gaza and now Lebanon and has its sight set again on Syria and beyond. Israel has been on a devastating rampage ever since it was attacked by Hamas on the morning of October 7th, 2023. God has indeed made Israel a heavy stone that no one can lift. In this season, Israel has been given extraordinary powers from on high. This was prophesied in Zechariah 12 1-3. And here's the text. the burden of the Word of the Lord against Israel. Thus says the Lord, who stretches out the heavens, lays the foundation of the earth, and forms the spirit of man within him. Behold, I will make Jerusalem a cup of drunkenness to all the surrounding peoples, when they lay siege against Judah and Jerusalem. And it shall happen in that day that I will make Jerusalem a very heavy stone for all peoples. All who would heave it away will surely be cut in pieces, though all nations of the earth are gathered against it. The Lord is saying, "Behold, I'm going to make Jerusalem a cup of drunkenness or staggering to all the surrounding nations." In other words, the Lord will make Israel impossible to handle by any other nation. He's saying that on that day when all these neighboring nations gather themselves against Jerusalem, He will make the entire nation of Israel an immovable rock for all these nations and even the whole world. And all who come against this great city in this season will injure themselves in the process. The Word of the Lord.

And we see this has happened with Gaza. It has happened with Lebanon. This which many are calling genocide of Gaza and Lebanon. Whether it is genocide or not, it is from the Lord. It is the Lord who has made a heavy stone for all who would oppose God's nation. This is the season that He's raised Israel up and given them this great power over their enemy. And whatever He does is well done.

Zechariah 12, my friend, has been fulfilled in this season before our very eyes. I have absolutely no doubt that the time of the fulfillment of this Zechariah 12 scripture has come. Simply look at the victories that Israel has been having over its enemies. Israel is winning battles the way it terrorized and defeated its enemies in the days when they went to battle with the ark of the covenant. They are greatly feared today. The same way they were feared by their enemies in the time of Moses, Joshua, King David and King Solomon. And this is why Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Turkey have signed the Mecca trilateral agreement to protect each other.

Admittedly, it has been difficult to watch what has been happening in the Gaza Strip and now Lebanon. And anyone with a heart will be sympathetic toward these two nations when they see some of the news stories even though these are antichrist nations. When we see the killing of children, the destruction of homes, the cry of the mothers, when we see the entire cities being destroyed, people starving, our hearts cannot help but be touched, especially those of us who are born again believers in Christ. You see, in obedience to Christ, we love even our enemies. We feel this way because Christ has taught us how to love our enemies. We've been taught to bless those that curse us and to pray for those that despitefully use us. Please know that God has a purpose in what He's doing.

Israel will pay dearly for what they are doing to innocent children and how they are destroying the well-being of the people in these nations. Sometime killing entire families. Even though they are the children of the Most High God, they will not get away scot-free. Scripture tells us that in the day of the Lord, half of the city will suffer because of this. The Lord will gather up the nations against Israel. my friend. The Word of God prophesies this. The scripture also tells us that when the enemies of Israel become convinced that they are not able to resist Israel by themselves, they will all band together. And perhaps we are seeing that happen or begin to happen right now. This is found in Zechariah 14 verse 2 which promises the following. I will gather all the nations to battle against Jerusalem. The Father says the city shall be taken, the houses rifled and the women ravished. Half of the city shall go into captivity, but the remnant of the people shall not be cut off from the city. Then the Lord will go forth and fight against those nations as He fights in the day of battle. This simply means that the Lord Himself will gather many nations against Jerusalem and their attack against Jerusalem shall be very fierce. The enemy shall go from house to house raping and robbing and half of the city shall be kidnapped or killed, but the other half of the city shall be safe.

Then the Lord Himself shall rise up on behalf of the children of Israel, and He will fight against these enemies the way He fought against the enemies of Israel in the days of their greatest conquest. God is faithful, my friend, even when we are not. Yes, the Lord will rescue Israel. Even though the Lord will punish Israel, He will step in and rescue them. And those of us who are alive today may have front row seats to the end-time events that many believers in Christ living before us longed to see. And while this is a great privilege for all believers in Christ living in that day, let me caution you, it will get much worse for all of us before it ever begins to get better. The days ahead will be the most difficult years ever on planet earth. So buckle up.

Iran has been gaining strength. Also, when we turn our sights again to recent events, we see that Iran has been gaining enormous fame and prominence by the manner in which it has successfully survived America and Israel's attack against them. They have endured merciless bombings and are still standing strong. The attack has been mostly by the United States and no one dares to launch a ground invasion against Iran for very good reasons. They are prepared for this kind of warfare. And now America is low on long range bullets. Well, according to reports and the bombings have been momentarily paused. They just might launch a nuclear attack. And if they do, there will be total chaos, I assure you. Because other nuclear armed nations will be forced to respond in kind.

America has done this before and who knows, they will do it again if God allows. Iran's key strategy has been to maintain control of the Strait of Hormuz. In spite of two blockades against Iranian ports by the American Navy and two relentless bombing attacks by the US in February of 2026 and in June of the same year. The Strait remains mostly under Iran's control. Iran has succeeded in holding the entire world hostage by preventing the regular flow of oil through the straight of Hormuz and other ports causing fuel prices to rise almost all over the world. In addition, it has heavily reduced the flow of fertilizer and various petrochemicals from the Mid East out to the world and this will trigger food shortages and famine if it is allowed to continue.

Another point, Middle Eastern nations are turning away from America in an alarming way. The strategy is Iran's strategy. So, the stage for the great move of God on behalf of Israel is almost set, but not fully. Iran has essentially destroyed many of the US bases in the region, rendering some completely nonfunctional according to reports. And secretly, some of their allies wish that the US would leave the region. Those allies who have depended heavily on the US for security are now rethinking their relationship with that declining world power. They are frantically looking for other means of security to protect them from Israel.

New developments are coming out of the Middle East almost every day. It is a very fluid and volatile situation and something big will happen soon. It has to. It will not remain at an impasse forever. The conflict between Iran and the US must be resolved one way or the other. It cannot continue as it is for very long. Otherwise, it will be the greatest tragedy the world has experienced since World War II. And whether it will be good for the world or tragic, we cannot tell for sure because we do not know the outcome.

The Mecca pact. Let's talk about that. We have seen one development in the August 7th, 2026 trilateral mutual defense pact known as the Mecca joint defense agreement. Signed in Mecca by the Turkish president, the Saudi crown prince and Pakistan's prime minister. This is perhaps the most consequential agreement ever signed in the Middle East. Mecca was specifically chosen because it is the spiritual center for all Muslims. And this move is a signal to the Muslim nations of the world and clearly this leaves the agreement open for other nations to join the pack. These three have joined forces and have declared that an attack against one is an attack against all three of them. There are already rumors about other nations wanting to join this pact.

This signals a turn away from America and serves as a warning to Israel. It looks to be the beginning of the fulfillment of Zechariah 12 and 14, Ezekiel 38 as well as other scriptures. The question is when will this momentous battle take place? No one knows for sure how far away we are from that fateful day. But the answer to this may not be so cloudy if the tribulation has already begun. Because if we have already begun going through the tribulation and some of the seven seals have already been opened by Christs as some scholars believe then we are looking at no more than a few more years before Christ returns because the tribulation will only last seven years. If the tribulation has not begun, then it is anyone's guess and only the Father knows the timing of this faithful day.

Oh Lord, we give You thanks and we give You praise today for Your precious love and Your wonderful mercy that You may protect Your children in this season. Oh God, we commit our way unto You and cry unto You that You may be merciful unto every believer in Christ. Cause us not to have fear in our hearts and dispel every doubt from our hearts. Father we pray in the wonderful name of Jesus Christ. Holy Spirit lead, guide and direct Your people in Jesus name we pray. Amen.

You've been listening to this message and perhaps you do not know Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Well friend, we want to give you an opportunity. Make that right today. Please engage your heart and say this prayer after me:

• Father, I am a sinner.

• I am sorry, deeply sorry for all my sins.

• I crave Your forgiveness.

• Please forgive me, Lord.

• Thank You, Father, for Your mercy unto me.

• I have decided to accept Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior.

• Dear Lord Jesus, please come into my heart.

• Be my Lord and Savior forever.

• I give You the key to my heart because I belong to You now eternally.

• Please keep the key.

• Please give me the Holy Spirit to lead me into all truth, to order my steps, to direct my path.

• Give me ears that can hear Him speak to me, Father I pray in Jesus name. Amen.

Welcome friend to the body of believers in Christ. There are many of us here awaiting the return of the Good Master.

In the meantime, let your pastor know that you've committed your life to the Lord and you want to be baptized the way Jesus Christ was baptized by immersion.

Begin reading the Word of God. Begin in the book of John and then go to Matthew, Mark, and Luke. It needs to be your daily food in order to keep you strong against the wiles of the enemy.

Read audibly for faith comes by hearing the Word of God. Begin praying every day, throughout the day. Prayer is simply talking to God. Talk to Him as often as possible.

Attend at your local church and one glad morning the Savior will come and receive us all unto Himself and we shall indeed forever be with the Lord. God bless and keep you in Jesus mighty name. Amen.