Luke 21:25 – “There will appear signs in the sun, moon and stars; and on earth, nations will be in anxiety and bewilderment at the sound and surge of the sea.”
Psalm 65:8 – “This is why those living at the ends of the earth stand in awe of your signs.”
Spiritual Connections
Matthew 24:5 – “Many will come in my name, saying, ‘I am the Mashiach’.”
Romans 1:25 – “They have exchanged the truth of God for falsehood, by worshipping and serving created things, rather than the Creator.”
Jude 1:4 – “Certain people . . . pervert the grace of Yahweh and deny Yeshua.”
2024 has again been a year of persecution and marginalization of Christians, Conservatives, and Jews.
• 2024 saw an increase in anti-Semitic words and deeds.
• Many throughout the world and within the “CINO (Christian in Name Only) church” continue to nod in unconcern and take great pleasure in cursing Israel. CINOs are not true followers of Yeshua.
• In 2024, Iran intensified its genocidal war against Israel that it started October 7, 2023.
• Reports indicate over 2,400 of the 13,000 UNWRA employees are either active in Hamas or have posted vehemently pro-Hamas and antisemitic content on the official UNWRA-Gaza Telegram group. Francesca Albanese, the United Nations’ “Special Rapporteur on the Occupied Palestinian Territories” declared Israel’s military actions in Gaza akin to the Nazi Holocaust. Inexcusable and Unacceptable.
• Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan compared Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Adolf Hitler. Again, Inexcusable and Unacceptable.
• Synagogues around the world were targeted in 2024 in Tunisia, France, Germany, Russia, Norway, Greece, Australia, and Canada.
• Synagogues attacked in the United States include those in Los Angeles and Philadelphia.
• Elite universities grossly failed to address the surge of antisemitism on their campuses.
• In Amsterdam Israeli soccer fans exiting the game were attacked by organized rioters, in what was described as a “Jew hunt.”
• Israeli athletes at the Paris 2024 Olympics faced Nazi salutes and antisemitic gestures from some spectators.
• An Israeli Frisbee team was excluded from competition in Ghent, Belgium where “Boycott Israhell Now!” was spray-painted near the field.
• In Berlin the youth soccer team were allegedly spat at repeatedly and chased by people wielding sticks and knives while the other team’s players reportedly yelled “Free Palestine”.
Nations and Their Machinations
Zechariah 12:2-3 – “I will make Jerusalem a cup that will stagger the surrounding peoples. The siege of Jerusalem will also be against Judah. I will make Jerusalem a burdensome stone for all the peoples. All who try to lift that burdensome stone will be cut in pieces, though all the earth’s nations will be assembled against her. “ [bold mine]
Jeremiah 31:5 – “Again you shall plant vineyards on the hills of Samaria; those doing the planting will enjoy its fruit.”
Jeremiah 31:22 – “Judah and all its cities shall dwell there together, farmers and those who wander with their flocks.”
Israel and Jerusalem continues to be that burdensome stone.
• There were 18,000 terrorist attacks in Israel in 2024, according to several sources.
• Israeli civilians were attacked on seven fronts last year—Iran, Lebanon, Syria, the Gaza Strip, Iraq, Yemen and from within Israeli territory.
• On October 1, 2024 Iran attacked Israel with over 300 drones and missiles. Only four or five missiles actually hit Israel, and none caused any major damage! Yahweh protects his chosen people.
• Biden continues to give Iran billions and gives hundreds of thousands of dollars to mosques. “The Biden administration is giving access to $10 billion to an Islamist regime that recently killed three American soldiers, wounded dozens more, shut down shipping in the Red Sea, is rapidly advancing its nuclear weapons program, and is attacking Israel.” says Mark Dubowitz, CEO of Foundation for Defense of Democracies.
• Biden also gave $336 million in additional humanitarian assistance for the people of Gaza, enemies of Israel who use the funding to fund more terrorist activity rather than fund humanitarian needs.
• Pandemics and mass vaccinations are still part of the United Nation’s plan to transform itself into a world government.
• The World Health Organization continues solidifying its position as the arbiter of all decisions medical, superseding national and or local entities.
Eye to Eye Connections
Genesis 12:3 – “I will bless those who bless you, but I will curse anyone who curses you; and by you all the families of the earth will be blessed.”
Bill Koenig has noted several more connections between US policies that curse Israel, and the resulting damage to our nation:
• In April and May 2024 Biden and Anthony Blinken began calling for an Israeli cease fire and hostage deal with Hamas.
• At the same time, Blinken was preparing for two-state talks between Israel and the Palestinians, and continued working on the US backed Israel-Saudi normalization agreement with the Saudis.
• And the Biden administration held up delivery of precision equipment and ammunition to Israel.
• These actions resulted in 300 tornadoes and 929 severe weather events in the United States between April 2nd and May 2nd!
• In September Biden was busy once again delaying the sending of bombs, helicopters, and other equipment needed by Israel.
• Anti-Israel speeches were given to the United Nations General Assembly.
• At the same time, Biden was putting pressure on Israel to stop defending itself, and begin major cease fire activities.
• Biden, along with Emmanuel Macron were putting pressure on Israel to accept a ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah.
• Hurricane Helene, one of the four The four costliest hurricanes in US history quickly formed as these actions were taking place.
Conclusions
Joel 3:14 – “Multitudes, multitudes in the valley of decision: for the day of Yahweh is near in the valley of decision.”
Zephaniah 1:14 – “The great day of Yahweh is near, it is near, and hastens greatly.”
The world is changing and changes are happening so fast that one can’t keep up. Daily newspapers and online websites that track world news give hour by hour and even minute by minute updates.
Antisemitism is on the rise at national, worldwide, and spiritual levels – and the resulting calamities upon those who engage in those actions is enormous. Yahweh is getting ready to end man’s administration and place Yeshua on the throne in Jerusalem. As the final days begin to coalesce, one must ask the question: “How close are we to the resurrection of the dead in Yeshua, the rapture, and the beginning of the seven years of the Tribulation Period?”
Final Thought for 2025
• Prophecy continues to unfold as foretold by the Hebrew prophets. History is moving extremely quickly towards the prophesied one world government, the one world financial system, and the rise of both the Antichrist and the False Prophet.
• The escalation of wars and rumors of wars continues to unfold, both in the Middle East and around the globe.
• Time is incredibly short – The birth pangs are just over the horizon.
• The great day of Yahweh is getting really near, even at the door. It hastens forth and will not delay.
• Be sure you are believing The Truth, not The Lie, and maintain an attitude of thanksgiving.
• Be sure Yeshua is your Redeemer, King, and High Priest, and your sins are forgiven.
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