The Prophecy Update Newsletter - 4/10/25 - Will Iran Destroy Israel?
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In Today’s Newsletter…
*Will Iran Destroy Israel?
*When Fiction Predicts Reality: Preparing for the Coming Global System
*Prophecy Update Videos
*Recommended Reading & Links
*Justifying Murder: Eye-Opening Study Reveals Rapidly Growing ‘Assassination Culture’ In America
*Dangerous Cultural Shift: Legitimizing Political Violence
*Daily Jot: The 28 Judges trying to kill Trump’s agenda
*Daily Devotion: Jesus Prays
*Prophecy Update News Headlines
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Will Iran Destroy Israel?
By Josh Davis - https://www.raptureready.com/2025/04/09/will-iran-destroy-israel-by-josh-davis/
“And ye shall hear of wars and rumours of wars: see that ye be not troubled: for all these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet” (Matthew 24:6).
A glance around the globe reveals an escalation in hostilities. Israel remains in Iran’s crosshairs. Syria’s violent unrest leaves it divided, as Turkey seems poised to mold Syria into its image.
Israel’s attempts to eradicate Hamas continue. The terrorists’ demonic depravity was revealed when they recently returned the bodies of hostage children brutally murdered by their hands.
The war between Ukraine and Russia seems like a simmering pot almost ready to boil over into World War III as European allies promise more weapons to Ukraine and as tensions rise among many nations.
Records indicate that more than 100 armed conflicts are currently occurring around the world. Forty-five are in the Middle East and Northern Africa alone.
Iran’s Nuclear Capabilities Rising
A confidential report was leaked to the press, revealing that Iran is ramping up its nuclear capabilities. The U.N.-run International Atomic Energy Agency told its member nations that Iran’s enrichment has skyrocketed over recent months, according to a Feb. 26 Reuters report.
It is estimated that Iran now has enough enriched uranium for six nuclear bombs. It has enriched uranium up to 60 percent purity and could easily enrich it to the 90 percent needed for atomic weapons.
With this accelerated pace of uranium enrichment, it is estimated that Iran could make one nuclear bomb every four to six weeks. In short order, Iran could have more than a dozen atomic bombs.
“The significantly increased production and accumulation of highly enriched uranium by Iran, the only non-nuclear weapon state to produce such nuclear material, is of serious concern,” the IAEA stated in its confidential report.
This statement is revealing because the world knows Iran’s intentions. Publicly, Iran claims it is only enriching uranium for its internal nuclear power grid. The world knows better.
President Trump has threatened to bomb Iran for its nuclear program. Iran has responded with threats against American troops stationed in the Middle East. Another simmering pot to keep a close eye on.
Israeli security forces seized large stockpiles of weapons in Judea and Samaria over the last month. For over a year, Iran has smuggled weapons into Samaria. Israel is on high alert, suspecting the weapons will be used to coordinate another Oct. 7 attack. Some experts suggest Israel was more concerned about a 2023 attack from Judea and Samaria than from Gaza.
Israel is investigating the explosion of three buses near Tel Aviv in late February. Thankfully, no one was injured in the explosion, but it seems likely that Iran provided the weapons used in this attack. A written note found with one of the bombs indicates that the attack arose from Judea and Samaria.
Israel’s Nuclear Extinction?
The question hangs in the air like thick smoke. Will Iran destroy Israel through its proxies and nuclear weapons?
Based on Bible prophecy, the answer is “No.” Zechariah 12-14 forms three of the most prophetically significant Old Testament chapters. Jerusalem is the epicenter of the Second Coming when Jesus fights the Armageddon Campaign. The surrounding nations will besiege Judah and Jerusalem (Zech. 12). But Jerusalem will prove to be a “cup of trembling” and a “burdensome stone” for the nations (Zech. 12:2-3). These metaphors speak to God’s divine judgment poured out upon His enemies at the Second Coming (Rev. 19). The nations try in vain to move a rock they cannot lift and to drink more than they can hold.
Zechariah 12:6-9 reveals that God will give the decisive victory to Jerusalem. While all the forces of evil converge to destroy Israel once and for all, God will prevail through His mighty hand.
After this Second Advent war is won, Israel will recognize her Messiah: “And I will pour upon the house of David, and upon the inhabitants of Jerusalem, the spirit of grace and of supplications: and they shall look upon me whom they have pierced, and they shall mourn for him, as one mourneth for his only son, and shall be in bitterness for him, as one that is in bitterness for his firstborn” (Zech. 12:10).
In a parallel passage, Zechariah 14 reveals the King’s return. “Then shall the LORD go forth, and fight against those nations, as when he fought in the day of battle” (Zech. 14:3). The King will go out in battle against those nations and will fight on behalf of His people.
“And his feet shall stand in that day upon the mount of Olives, which is before Jerusalem on the east, and the mount of Olives shall cleave in the midst thereof toward the east and toward the west, and there shall be a very great valley; and half of the mountain shall remove toward the north, and half of it toward the south” (Zech. 14:4).
Jesus ascended from the Mount of Olives after His resurrection. He will descend to Earth at the exact same spot. A mighty earthquake will accompany His return, splitting the Mount of Olives. This earthquake will provide a new valley for the righteous remnant to escape to safety, accompanied by the Lord and His saints (Zech. 14:5).
Jesus wins. Jerusalem is not destroyed. A righteous remnant of Israel is preserved.
So, to reiterate the answer to the question, “Will Iran destroy Israel in a nuclear war?” Absolutely not! All the other nations will be dissolved while God preserves a righteous remnant of Israel.
Israel’s Friends and Foes
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu considers President Trump the closest ally he’s ever had in the White House. The Trump administration has provided military supplies to Israel and has pledged ongoing support to eradicate terrorism in Israel.
Remember that Trump moved the U.S. embassy to Jerusalem during his first term. This bold move showed his level of support for Israel and the belief that Jerusalem is rightfully Israel’s capital city.
The U.N. plans a June 2-4 “Conference on Palestine.” This body has previously called for a return to the pre-1967 borders, which would split Jerusalem in two. This is very significant because it would give the Old City of Jerusalem and the Temple Mount to the Palestinians, making it highly unlikely that a third temple would be built. Once more, students of Bible prophecy understand the implications of these proposals.
Netanyahu said this solution would be suicidal for the Jewish people living in Israel. President Trump has also voiced his opposition to the U.N.’s proposal. As summer heat returns to the U.S., look for things to heat up between the U.N., U.S., and Israel. Jerusalem will become a focal point once more. In one of his first appointments, President Trump selected Mike Huckabee as the U.S. ambassador to Israel, another indication of this administration’s strong support for Israel.
Christians must remember why supporting Israel matters. In God’s unconditional covenant with Abraham, He promised, “And I will bless them that bless thee, and curse him that curseth thee: and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed” (Gen. 12:3).
Does this mean the Israeli government gets carte blanche with Christians? No. It means we honor the Word of God with a biblical view of Israel’s past, present, and future in God’s redemptive and prophetic plans.
God told Israel: “For thou art an holy people unto the LORD thy God: the LORD thy God hath chosen thee to be a special people unto himself, above all people that are upon the face of the earth. The LORD did not set his love upon you, nor choose you, because ye were more in number than any people; for ye were the fewest of all people: But because the LORD loved you, and because he would keep the oath which he had sworn unto your fathers, hath the LORD brought you out with a mighty hand, and redeemed you out of the house of bondmen, from the hand of Pharaoh king of Egypt” (Deut. 7:6-8).
When Fiction Predicts Reality: Preparing for the Coming Global System
Joe Hawkins - https://www.prophecyrecon.com/article/when-fiction-predicts-reality-preparing-for-the-coming-global-system
Predictive Programming in Media: Preparing Hearts and Minds for the Beast System
The phrase "predictive programming" might sound like something straight out of a conspiracy theory blog, but beneath its surface lies a stark reality aligning closely with biblical prophecy. At its core, predictive programming refers to the intentional embedding of certain ideas and scenarios into popular culture through movies, television, and video games. The goal? Desensitization and gradual acceptance of concepts that, in a previous generation, would have seemed unimaginable or even abhorrent.
Desensitization through Entertainment
Movies and TV shows regularly depict a world united under a single global authority, often in the context of alien invasions, pandemics, or ecological disasters. Blockbusters like The Hunger Games, Divergent, and Elysium illustrate societies ruled by global elites or centralized governments that promise order at the cost of freedom. The message subtly implies that global governance could be humanity's salvation. This echoes the forewarning of Revelation 13:7:
"It was also given to him to make war with the saints and to overcome them, and authority over every tribe and people and tongue and nation was given to him."
Digital Currencies: The Gateway to Control
The rise of digital currencies is heavily promoted in mainstream media, celebrated as convenient and inevitable. Films and series frequently highlight cashless societies as progressive or even utopian, yet scripture indicates a darker potential. Revelation 13:16-17 warns of economic manipulation through centralized control:
"And he causes all, the small and the great, and the rich and the poor, and the free men and the slaves, to be given a mark on their right hand or on their forehead, and he provides that no one will be able to buy or to sell, except the one who has the mark."
Video games have particularly normalized this idea, with digital economies and currencies becoming integral to gameplay. Games like Cyberpunk 2077 or Watch Dogs present technological dominance over every aspect of human life, preconditioning players to accept total digital dependence and control as a norm.
Transhumanism: Humanity’s Ultimate Deception
Perhaps most alarming is the normalization of transhumanism—the merging of technology with human biology. This is prominently featured in movies such as Upgrade, Ghost in the Shell, and Transcendence, promoting the notion that humanity’s next step in evolution is through technological enhancement. The underlying message suggests humans must transcend their natural state, a dangerous echo of the serpent's ancient promise in Genesis 3:5:
"For God knows that in the day you eat from it your eyes will be opened, and you will be like God."
Spiritual Vigilance Required
These examples of predictive programming are not merely entertainment but subtle spiritual warfare designed to soften resistance and ease the population into accepting the prophesied Antichrist’s global system. Paul warned believers to be discerning and alert, stating clearly in 2 Corinthians 2:11:
"…so that no advantage would be taken of us by Satan, for we are not ignorant of his schemes."
Christians must remain spiritually awake and scripturally grounded, recognizing the insidious nature of these cultural narratives. While technology itself is not inherently evil, its ultimate use in the prophetic future will be to exert unprecedented control, fulfilling the precise conditions foretold in the Book of Revelation.
As prophetic signs continue to intensify, let us hold fast to the truth of God's Word, recognizing predictive programming not just as entertainment, but as subtle conditioning for the dark days ahead. Stay awake, keep watch, and anchor yourselves firmly in the Word of God.
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Justifying Murder: Eye-Opening Study Reveals Rapidly Growing ‘Assassination Culture’ In America
By Breanna Claussen - https://harbingersdaily.com/justifying-murder-eye-opening-study-reveals-rapidly-growing-assassination-culture-in-america/
A study recently conducted by the Network Contagion Research Institute (NCRI) and Rutgers University’s Social Perception Lab found that half of those classified as politically “left of center” believe the assassination of President Donald Trump (55.2%) and Elon Musk (48.6%) would be at least somewhat justifiable.
Those on the Left—of the surveyed 1,264 respondents—also took little issue with the destruction and firebombing of Elon Musk’s Tesla dealerships, with 57.6% likewise believing those actions to be defensible.
“Political violence targeting Donald Trump and Elon Musk is becoming increasingly normalized,” NCRI warned in its introduction of the study’s findings. “Following the July 13, 2024, attempted assassination of President Trump, tolerance – and even advocacy – for political violence appears to have surged, especially among politically left-leaning segments of the population.”
The researchers referred to this disturbing trend as “assassination culture,” which they stated sharply increased following Luigi Mangione’s brazen slaying of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson in December of last year.
Thompson’s assassination was shockingly applauded by many Democrats, including some California lawmakers who recently put forward a ballot measure in honor of the killer, entitled “the Luigi Mangione Access to Health Care Act.”
Answers In Genesis Founder and CEO Ken Ham, in his article, “Living In A Time When Murderers Are Called Heroes, And God Is Called Hateful,” discussed the startling support received by murderer Luigi Mangione, warning at the time that approval of political assassinations could be next.
Ham pointed to an “egregiously irresponsible statement” made by Elizabeth Warren last December. In reference to Mangione, Warren insisted, “You can only push people so far, and then they start to take matters into their own hands.”
“Oh, really?” Ham responded. “How about in reference to politicians?”
“Our culture has increasingly abandoned God, deserted God’s Word, thrown Christianity out of the public education system, taught generations of people that there’s no God, and bought into the lie that we are merely animals,” he underscored. “It is no wonder people think: ‘I can do whatever I want. I’ll define right and wrong. If I want to murder, it’s okay for me if I determine it to be the right thing to do. Why not?'”
“It’s morally sick,” Ham continued. “We see Isaiah 5:20 happening in all sorts of ways, and now we see it happening in regard to murder. People are calling murder good, and those who want to condemn murder evil. Who would have ever thought that we would be in that situation?”
NCRI concluded its study by sounding the alarm, urging swift measures to be taken before views of “assassination culture” among Democrats convert into physically violent actions.
“Unless political and cultural leadership explicitly confronts and condemns this trend, NCRI assesses a growing probability of real-world escalation,” the study warned. “These attitudes are not fringe—they reflect an emergent assassination culture, grounded in far-left authoritarianism and increasingly normalized in digital discourse… Continued monitoring and broader measurement efforts are urgently needed.”
The justification of murder is nothing new for the Democrat Party. The slaying of tens of millions of unborn children has been declared acceptable for decades. Ending the lives of the sick, vulnerable, and elderly through assisted suicide has received heavy support. Even the massacre of Jewish people at the hands of Hamas was defended by the Left as justifiable, arguing that the Islamic terrorists were “freedom fighters” standing up to their “Zionist oppressors.”
For that reason, it should be no surprise that the Left would increasingly view political violence against wealthy business owners and politicians as acceptable bloodshed. This is compounded by the fact that many on the Left endorse Marxist/communist policies, which, when implemented in a society, routinely feature the assassination of opposing political voices.
This is the natural progression of a liberal and socialist mindset, which constructs its personalized standards for morality with God excluded from the equation. Many do not understand that neutrality does not fill the void when God is removed. The absence of God is filled by the Devil, whom Jesus testified to be “a murderer from the beginning” (John 8:44).
Dangerous Cultural Shift: Legitimizing Political Violence
By PNW Staff - https://www.prophecynewswatch.com/article.cfm?recent_news_id=8091
A Brewing Storm of Political Hatred
In what can only be described as a chilling turn in American political discourse, segments of the political left are increasingly normalizing—and in some cases outright endorsing—violence as a legitimate response to ideological disagreement. What was once considered fringe extremism is now permeating mainstream thought, signaling a cultural shift that threatens the very fabric of our democratic republic.
The seeds of this trend have been visible for years. Riots under the banners of Antifa and Black Lives Matter resulted in billions of dollars in damages, entire neighborhoods razed, and lives lost. University campuses turned into battlegrounds where conservative speakers were met not with debate, but with mob rule, vandalism, and chaos. The new left no longer debates ideas—they silence opposition through fear and destruction.
The Rise of Assassination Culture
But this movement has now entered even darker territory. A new study conducted by the Network Contagion Research Institute in collaboration with Rutgers University has revealed a disturbing truth: a sizable portion of the American left views assassination as a justifiable political tool.
According to their findings, 31% of Americans believe it is at least “somewhat justified” to murder Elon Musk. For Donald Trump, the number jumps to 38%. Among self-identified leftists, the approval skyrockets—48% support Musk’s assassination, and a staggering 55% say the same for Trump.
These aren’t just statistical anomalies. These are mainstream citizens—our neighbors, coworkers, and fellow voters—who now believe that murder is an acceptable answer to political disagreement.
From Words to Flames: The Tesla Attacks
The danger of this mentality becomes even more evident when we examine the recent wave of attacks targeting Tesla—a company now symbolically associated with both technological progress and political independence, especially since Musk began serving as head of the Department of Government Efficiency under President Trump.
Over 50 incidents of vandalism, sabotage, and arson have been reported against Tesla dealerships, vehicles, and charging stations. One recent event involved an explosion at a Tesla Supercharger station in Washington State. The brazenness of these attacks mirrors the radical rhetoric seen online—rhetoric that equates destroying property with acts of justice.
Nearly 40% of respondents in the NCRI survey said it was “at least somewhat acceptable” to destroy a Tesla dealership during a protest. This is not protest; it’s economic terrorism.
Silence from the Left is Complicity
Equally alarming is the deafening silence—or worse, the quiet approval—coming from political leaders on the left. While they are quick to denounce perceived slights from the right, they often ignore or deflect when violence comes from their own ranks.
Some go so far as to romanticize or justify the violence. During recent demonstrations, images of guillotines and chants advocating for the forced removal—or worse—of political enemies have become commonplace. And yet, high-profile Democrats rarely, if ever, speak out to condemn these disturbing trends. Their silence, in this context, is consent.
Even in the face of direct threats—such as those made by a man in Indiana who declared online his intent to “gut” Elon Musk and “parade his corpse in the streets”—there has been no coordinated outcry from the left. Had similar threats been made against any progressive figure, the media and political class would be calling for immediate prosecution and sweeping reforms. But when it’s Musk or Trump, it’s treated as satire or internet noise.
Violence Is Not a Political Strategy
This normalization of violence isn’t just immoral; it’s catastrophic for the future of the country. A republic cannot survive if citizens believe that assassination is an appropriate political tool. Civil society depends on peaceful resolution, respect for life, and adherence to the rule of law.
Instead, we now see the glorification of political violence spread through memes, social media echo chambers, and even casual conversations. The NCRI report highlighted how online culture is turning assassins into folk heroes and normalizing calls for execution as if they were political slogans. The line between online fantasy and real-world violence is dangerously thin.
Moral Clarity Is Urgently Needed
This is a moment that requires real moral clarity. Political violence, no matter who it targets, must be denounced completely and unequivocally. The idea that violence is acceptable when it’s “your side” doing the harming is the fastest route to national collapse.
To those on the left who value the future of the country: now is the time to speak out. The leadership vacuum—filled by radicals, anarchists, and ideologues—is creating a climate of chaos. It is not courageous to stay silent. It is cowardly. And history will remember who stood against violence and who stood by while it spread.
A Nation at a Crossroads
What we are witnessing is not just political polarization—it is the birth of a culture that views violence as a viable form of expression. The stakes are no longer about policy differences; they are about whether we resolve our conflicts through dialogue or through destruction.
If assassination becomes an acceptable expression of political will, the American experiment is over.
To preserve this republic, Americans—regardless of party—must reject the normalization of violence in all its forms. It starts with speaking the truth, holding the violent accountable, and demanding leadership that doesn’t hide behind silence.
We are at a crossroads. One road leads to order, peace, and the pursuit of liberty. The other leads to fire, fury, and the fall of the American ideal.
Let’s choose wisely. While we still can.
Daily Jot: The 28 Judges trying to kill Trump’s agenda
Bill Wilson – www.dailyjot.com
Several media outlets report there are about 28 judges who are trying to kill the Trump agenda, ranging from DEI to illegal immigrants/criminals to transgenderism to Department of Government Efficiency efforts, to birthright citizenship. A Daily Jot analysis of those judges finds that former president Joe Biden appointed 13, Barack Obama 9, Bill Clinton 2, George W Bush 2 and Ronald Reagan 2. The Bush and Reagan appointees seemed more interested in the Constitutionality of birthright citizenship. The rest of the appointees were halting actions that were aimed against the extremist liberal agenda of Biden and Obama. These unelected oligarchs are trying to rebel against the elected will of the people.
Newsweek reported on March 19 that Trump had issued 89 executive orders since January to implement his agenda. Newsweek listed the names of the judges who halted his agenda and where they presided, but not who appointed them. The real story is who appointed them and where they preside. It tells us their political loyalties and exactly where Democrats resisting the Trump agenda file their court cases. Of those 28 judges, 11 cases were filed in the US District Court in Washington, DC; 6 in the US District Court in Maryland; and 10 in California, Washington, New York, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts. This clearly demonstrates where Democratic Party operatives know they will get a positive response from the judicial system. And they shop their cases to the most sympathetic judge.
Fox News Channel’s Maria Bartiromo on “Sunday Morning Futures” discussed Federal Judge James Boasberg (Washington, DC), saying, “So this judge has gotten four cases against the White House., coincidence?” Breitbart Editor-in-Chief Alex Marlow responded, “Marlow said, “Of course not. It’s not a coincidence, Maria, what’s going on is judge shopping. This is a practice that’s been in play since 1988 when Congress changed laws so that you don’t have to have any connection to the jurisdiction where you’re filing cases. The Democrats have figured this out, their lawfare machine which is very well funded, very well organized, and they’re targeting specific judges to try to have a judicial coup against the President of the United States.”
In 1988, Democrats controlled the House of Representatives 258 seats to the Republicans’ 177 seats. The Senate also was controlled by the Democrats by a 55 to 45 margin. No doubt, the 1988 legislation to reduce the Supreme Court’s appellate workload had a collateral benefit for the Democratic Party to game the system. And as Marlow states: “They’re targeting these judges and it’s blocking just about every element of the agenda from what DOGE is doing…This is truly a national disgrace.” As Isaiah 10:1-d says, “Woe to those who enact unjust statutes and issue oppressive decrees, to deprive the poor of fair treatment and withhold justice from the oppressed of My people, to make widows their prey and orphans their plunder.” These unelected judges are thwarting the elected will of the people. Who’s the threat to the Republic?
Daily Devotion: Jesus Prays
by Greg Laurie – www.harvest.org
Then Jesus left them a second time and prayed, ‘My Father! If this cup cannot be taken away unless I drink it, your will be done.’ —Matthew 26:42
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Jesus’ last stop before His arrest was the Garden of Gethsemane. The garden was located on a slope of the Mount of Olives, just across the Kidron Valley from Jerusalem. When the events of Jesus’ arrest took place, the garden was likely an olive grove surrounded by walls. Some scholars believe it was owned by a wealthy follower of Jesus who allowed Him and His disciples to use it when they were in Jerusalem.
Jesus likely chose this familiar spot because He felt the enormity of what was about to happen. The sins of every person who ever lived—and every person who ever will live—were about to be placed on Him. He was about to face God’s full wrath—alone. He was about to suffer as no one had ever suffered.
He needed a place to pray, to spend time with His heavenly Father before He endured His Father’s punishment. All the disciples except Judas Iscariot accompanied Him to Gethsemane (although Judas would show up soon enough). At some point, Jesus asked Peter, James, and John to go with Him to a remote part of the garden. He asked them to keep watch so that He wouldn’t be interrupted while He prayed. But even that simple request proved to be too difficult for them. Three times during His three-hour prayer session, Jesus returned to His trio of “watchers.” Three times He found them all asleep.
The Bible’s description of Jesus’ prayer time makes it clear that His suffering started long before He was tortured and crucified. Hebrews 5:7 says, “While Jesus was here on earth, he offered prayers and pleadings, with a loud cry and tears, to the one who could rescue him from death” (NLT). Luke 22:44 says, “He was in such agony of spirit that his sweat fell to the ground like great drops of blood” (NLT).
Jesus begged His heavenly Father to take the cup of suffering from Him. He wanted to know if there was another way for God’s plan of salvation to be fulfilled.
God heard Jesus’ prayers. He sent an angel to comfort and strengthen Him (see Luke 22:43). And then He said no to His Son’s request. There was no other way. Jesus was the way, the truth, and the life. No one can come to the Father except through Him (see John 14:6).
His Father’s answer was all Jesus needed. “I want your will to be done, not mine,” He said (Luke 22:42 NLT). Submitting to God’s will renewed His strength and sense of purpose. That’s why, in the chaos that followed, Jesus was the calmest person in the garden. He knew He was doing God’s will.
Refreshed and ready for what lay ahead, Jesus woke His sleepy friends and went out to meet the men who had come to arrest and kill Him.
But in those hours in the garden, He revealed three life-changing truths about prayer. One, talking to God gives us the strength, courage, wisdom, and comfort we need to face any situation. Two, God sometimes says no because He has something else planned for us. Three, “Your will be done” is the perfect way to end every conversation with our heavenly Father.
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"Folks, it's all beginning to unravel. America is in more danger of falling than at any time in its history. But I believe Bible prophecy predicts this very decline. From this point on, we believers have to get serious. We are going to face discouragement, disillusionment and, most certainly, persecution in the time between now and the Rapture. But don't be discouraged or disillusioned. The coming turmoil will provide us unrivaled opportunities to share the good news of the Gospel. So be ready to share your faith and your hope with those who need Christ. We still have time to reap a great harvest of souls for God's kingdom!" - Hal Lindsey
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