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Signs of the times: July 2025 Archive
Mob Attack in Cincinnati Sparks Racism and Politics Debate (31 July 2025)
An innocent couple enjoying a jazz festival on the streets of Cincinnati on July 26th ends up beaten, bloody and unconscious. A member of Fox News, Nate Morris, has decided to press the issue and call for moral courage to "Tell the Truth".
A group of blacks reportedly attacked this white couple for no other reason than the color of their skin. But the thing that has Mr. Morris even angrier is the fact that everyone from the legacy media to the police department and the mayor of Cincinnati tried to sweep this 'under the rug' rather than report the truth.
In an absolutely tell-it-like-it-is opinion, Morris says, "If the races were reversed, the police chief of Cincinnati would have come out swinging, saying we’re going to throw the book at the thugs and that violence of this nature has no place in our city." It looks like Morris is the one to come out swinging.
But as Christians, we know that these things are predicted in the Bible, or at least we should know. In the book of Matthew, Jesus is telling us about a time coming upon the earth like none other. He is actually telling us about the times we live in right now; " For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom, and there will be famines and earthquakes in various places." - Matthew 24:7 English Standard Version
These are the things that are taking place right now as we speak. We see countries going to war against other countries, famines, earthquakes, all of that taking place. But let's look closer into Scripture. The word nation is actually the word Ethnos, where we get our word 'ethnic'. Jesus is telling us that in the last days not only will countries rise up in disputes with one another, but ethnic groups will do the same thing! Many of the events unfolding across the world today were foretold in the Bible—some with striking, word-for-word accuracy.
I encourage you to read Nate Morris' opinion piece, especially if you enjoy becoming outraged at injustice and woke policies. Even if you don't, it might be good for you to see what this world is coming to. But more than anything else, I encourage you to find Jesus; I encourage you to read the Bible for yourself. Don't take anyone's word on what the Bible says, the Bible was not meant for someone else to tell you what 'it really means'. The Bible was written so you, dear reader could read and understand.
The Bible tells us that in the last days, false prophets would arise and deceive many. Your immortal soul is at stake; don't let someone else deceive you. Jesus's return is at hand; it could literally happen any day now. As every single Bible prophecy comes to pass with alarming accuracy, his return draws near. Don't say you weren't warned.
Trump Plans to Revive the Presidential Fitness Test for American School Children (31 July 2025)
In the 1950's a study shown that American children were less fit than their European peers, especially in flexibility and core strength. In 1956, Dr. Hans Kraus and Dr. Sonya Weber's research led to the Kraus-Weber Test, which alarmed President Eisenhower and prompted national concerns. In 1966 President Lyndon B Johnson officially launched the Presidential Physical Fitness Test, emphasizing strength, endurance, and flexibility.
Included in the test was a 1-mile run, sit-ups, pull-ups or push-ups, shuttle run and sit-and-reach flexibility test. Kids who scored in the top percentile earned a Presidential Fitness Award. However, under former President Obama the was replaced by the FitnessGram. But the problems with FitnessGram were complex and with no real accountability loop (i.e., testing) there was no pressure to improve.
On Thursday, Donald Trump along with Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy, Jr., plan to sign an executive order to reestablish the President’s Council on Sports, Fitness, and Nutrition, as well as the fitness test, to be administered by his health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. The council also will develop criteria for a Presidential Fitness Award.
So, this is all well and good! Here we have President Trump and Health Secretary Robert F Kennedy, Jr., doing exactly what they promised to do last year when they announced the "Make America Healthy Again" agenda. What does this have to do with Bible prophecy? The reaction. Immediately, critics rose from their seats to take an opportunity to decry any idea the President puts forth. Any idea.
Can you imagine people being opposed to youth fitness? We live in a society where it is predicted that the parents will outlive the children. That's right: longevity is predicted to go backwards based on the overall health of our children. This is going to be a first; never before in the history of the United States will longevity actually go backwards. Some of the ridiculous comments put out there:
Concerns About Shaming: Many liberals worry that reintroducing competitive fitness benchmarks could lead to body shaming or anxiety among students, especially those with disabilities or chronic health conditions.
Calls for Holistic Health: There’s a push for broader wellness education — including mental health, emotional intelligence, and nutrition — rather than just physical performance.
Equity and Access: Some argue that without addressing systemic issues like poverty, food deserts, and lack of safe play spaces, a fitness test alone won’t solve youth health problems.
Distrust of Political Motives: A few voices suggest the revival feels more like a nostalgic political gesture than a data-driven solution, especially given its association with Trump and Ramaswamy.
I have never wanted to turn this blog into politics; but when politics enters the realm of Bible prophecy then it becomes relevant. Even users' comments are getting ridiculous. Rather than acknowledge that childhood obesity is a growing problem with 40% of children falling into that category, people would rather mock and jeer The President of The United States than concede he is right.
The Bible is spot on with its words: What sorrow for those who say that evil is good and good is evil, that dark is light and light is dark, that bitter is sweet and sweet is bitter. 21 What sorrows for those who are wise in their own eyes and think themselves so clever. - Isaiah 5:20-21 NLT
But God shows his anger from heaven against all sinful, wicked people who suppress the truth by their wickedness. - Romans 1:18 NLT
15 Acquitting the guilty and condemning the innocent—both are detestable to the LORD. 16 It is senseless to pay to educate a fool, since he has no heart for learning. - Proverb 17:15-16 NLT
16 You can identify them by their fruit, that is, by the way they act. Can you pick grapes from thornbushes, or figs from thistles? 17 A good tree produces good fruit, and a bad tree produces bad fruit. 18 A good tree can’t produce bad fruit, and a bad tree can’t produce good fruit. - Matthew 7:16-18 NLT
The Bible is telling us that this is more than a simple case of two groups of people who have different views on the path forward in our country: This is a group of people who have vowed to stand against anything that might even hint they are mistaken. This is a group of people who will stretch the most ridiculous argument than simply acknowledge that their view might be wrong. And according to the Bible, that view starts with the rejection of God.
19 They know the truth about God because he has made it obvious to them. 20 For ever since the world was created, people have seen the earth and sky. Through everything God made, they can clearly see his invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature. So, they have no excuse for not knowing God.
21 Yes, they knew God, but they wouldn’t worship him as God or even give him thanks. And they began to think up foolish ideas of what God was like. As a result, their minds became dark and confused. 22 Claiming to be wise, they instead became utter fools. - Romans 1:19-22 NLT
The Bible is Coming to Pass: UK Threatens Israel with Ultimatum (30 July 2025)
In what has truly become a literal fulfillment of Bible prophecy both Britain and France has now declared plans to recognize a Palestinian state in September. Now, over 144 member states recognize Palestine, as the Bible predicted, the nations will rise up against the LORD God. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced he plans to recognize a Palestinian state in September 2025, unless Israel agrees to a ceasefire in Gaza. Omar Awadallah, representing the Palestinian Authority, welcomed the move as a step toward justice and peace.
This declaration aligns the UK with France, and echoes mounting global pressure for a two-state solution. However, Irael remains defiant in the face of rising global pressure. Gideon Sa’ar, Israel’s Foreign Minister, rejected the ultimatum outright, vowing that there will be “no jihadist terror state in the heart of our ancient homeland.” He warned against political appeasement driven by European demographics, saying Israel would not become “the Czechoslovakia of the 21st century.”
Israel maintains its military operations, citing Hamas’s refusal to release hostages and accept peace terms as the primary obstacle.President Trump criticized the UK’s stance, suggesting it “rewards Hamas.” Some claim that US support for Israeli military action has dropped sharply, according to a Gallup poll. Yet in a rare moment of unity, both the European Union and the Arab League have condemned Hamas and called for hostage release.
The Bible predicts this with amazing accuracy. This is yet another example of the shocking duplicity of the world we live in. The Bible has made prediction after prediction, and they are coming true with word-for-word accuracy. Yet the world and the media ignore it as if it doesn't exist. This in and of itself is one more proof that God exists, and the Bible is exactly what it claims to be: The Word of God Himself. In the book of Zechariah, we read a passage of prophecy that is written as if it were a news headline. If Nostradamus would have written this in one of his confusing Quatrains, it would be heralded on every legacy media outlet.
The LORD, who stretches out the heavens, who lays the foundation of the earth, and who forms the human spirit within a person, declares: 2 “I am going to make Jerusalem a cup that sends all the surrounding peoples reeling. Judah will be besieged as well as Jerusalem. 3 On that day, when all the nations of the earth are gathered against her, I will make Jerusalem an immovable rock for all the nations. All who try to move it will injure themselves. - Zechariah 12:1-3 NIV
Just as the Bible predicted 2,500 years ago, all nations all over the world are right now wondering what should be done about Jerusalem. Jerusalem is the Capitol of Israel; this is the seat of government in Israel. Just as he said he would, God has made Jerusalem the center of the world's attention. Nation after nation are making decisions about what should be done, whose side should be taken.
The United Nations held a 3-day conference on Israeli-Palestine Peace. The purpose was to revive momentum for a two-state solution amid escalating conflict in Gaza. These comes days after France announced it will formally recognize the State of Palestine in September, adding urgency to the talks. Notable Absence:Israel was expected to skip the conference, citing ongoing military operations.
I have to urge you now; pay close attention to the signs! If you can forward this to friends, family members and any people you know who need to reconcile themselves to Jesus, now is the time. Just as the Bible predicts all nations are gathering against Israel; but rest assured God has made Jerusalem an immovable stone against those nations; God has promised that once Israel has been regathered in their ancient homeland, that never again will they be moved. The ultimate uprising of the nations against God has started.
1 Why are the nations so angry? Why do they waste their time with futile plans? 2 The kings of the earth prepare for battle; the rulers plot together against the LORD and against his anointed one. 3 “Let us break their chains,” they cry, “and free ourselves from slavery to God.” 4 But the one who rules in heaven laughs. The Lord scoffs at them. 5 Then in anger he rebukes them, terrifying them with his fierce fury. 6 For the Lord declares, “I have placed my chosen king on the throne in Jerusalem, on my holy mountain.” - Psalm 2:1-6 NLT
I will gather all nations and bring them down to the Valley of Jehoshaphat. There I will put them on trial for what they did to my inheritance, my people Israel, because they scattered my people among the nations and divided up my land. - Joel 3:2 NIV
This is exactly what the nations are trying to do right now, create a Palestinian state within the borders of Israel. They are poking their finger in the apple of God's eye! And what does God say he is going to do to those people? Put them on trial for the things done to his people Israel. A few years ago, we heard a lot about partitioning the land of Israel. What if we substituted one word in Joel's prophecy? "...scattered my people among the nations and partitioned up my land."
Earth Has Tilted: Scientists Warn of Climate Risks from Axis Shift (29 July 2025)
Earth Tilted 31.5 Inches — Here's Why That Matters; scientists have discovered a quietly dramatic shift: Earth’s rotational axis has moved 31.5 inches (about 80 centimeters) from its previous position — and the cause isn’t a comet or solar flare. It’s us. The research, published in Geophysical Research Letters, tracked Earth’s pole drift between 1993 and 2010. The culprit? Massive groundwater extraction — especially for agriculture.
Roughly 2,150 gigatons of water were pumped from underground aquifers and ultimately flowed into the oceans. That redistribution of mass changed how Earth spins, similar to nudging a spinning top with a weight shift.
Why Is This Tilt Important?
Sea-level rise, especially when water is moved from land to ocean.
Climate patterns, by subtly altering global energy distribution.
Gravitational balance, which scientists monitor to detect environmental changes.
Ki-Weon Seo, one of the lead researchers, said this redistribution had the largest climate-related impact on Earth's axis drift. Even NASA scientists are treating the study as a critical clue in understanding how water movement affects planetary rotation.
It is amazing to know that these very events have been predicted long, long ago. Jesus told us that in the last days, people would be frightened about the changes coming upon the earth. The world may be frightened at the changes coming upon the earth, but as Christians we know that these events have been predicted long ago.
25 “And there will be strange signs in the sun, moon, and stars. And here on earth the nations will be in turmoil, perplexed by the roaring seas and strange tides. 26 People will be terrified at what they see coming upon the earth, for the powers in the heavens will be shaken. 27 Then everyone will see the Son of Man coming on a cloud with power and great glory. 28 So when all these things begin to happen, stand and look up, for your salvation is near!” - Luke 21:25-28 New Living Translation
The King James Version puts it differently: 25 And there shall be signs in the sun, and in the moon, and in the stars; and upon the earth distress of nations, with perplexity; the sea and the waves roaring; 26 Men’s hearts failing them for fear, and for looking after those things which are coming on the earth: for the powers of heaven shall be shaken. 27 And then shall they see the Son of man coming in a cloud with power and great glory. 28 And when these things begin to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads; for your redemption draweth nigh. - Luke 21:25-28 KJV
Notice what the word of God says? Jesus is laying out a timeline here and letting us know what will be happening to us in the last days. When we see these things happening, the signs in the sun, moon and stars. Along with that, distress of nations, then comes the return of Jesus! And Jesus gives us the promise: When these things BEGIN to come to pass, then look up, and lift up your heads, for your redemption draws near.
Yet Another Earthquake: Tsunami Watch After Major Earthquake Off the Coast of Russia (29 July 2025)
At approximately 4:25 p.m. Pacific Time on July 29, a massive 8.7 magnitude earthquake struck about 80 miles southeast of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatka, Russia. The quake triggered a tsunami watch for the West Coast of North America, including Alaska, British Columbia, Washington, Oregon, and California. A tsunami watch doesn’t mean a tsunami is certain—it's a preliminary alert based on seismic data, giving coastal communities time to prepare in case sea level changes are detected later.
For areas like Bellingham, WA, potential impact could occur around 1:10 a.m. Pacific Time on July 30, but that’s subject to updates as new data comes in. The NOAA and Weather Channel are closely monitoring conditions; the alert may be upgraded, downgraded, or canceled as more information is received.
There has been a marked increase in activity in the Pacific Rim, an area referred to as the Ring of Fire*. As this area becomes more and more active, the Bible's predictions come to pass with increasing regularity.
For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom, and there will be famines and earthquakes in various places. - Matthew 24:7 English Standard Version
Five Mass Shootings in the Last 24 Hours, and the Clock is Still Ticking (28 July 2025 20:38 hours EDT)
As of this moment, 5 separate mass shooting events have taken place in the last 24 hours, with another 3 - 1/2 hours to go before midnight.
Confirmed Mass Shootings (Last 24 Hours)
Location
Casualties
Notes
Atlanta, GA
1 dead, 10 injured
Sweet Auburn neighborhood shooting early morning
Bangkok, Thailand
6 dead (including suspect), 2 injured
Or Tor Kor Market attack by ex-security guard
Las Vegas, NV
Still developing
Details unclear, but reports suggest a targeted shooting
New York, NY
At least 5 dead
Shooting at 345 Park Avenue, possibly ideologically motivated
Minneapolis, MN
5 dead in 3 separate incidents
Believed to be gang-related and retaliatory
That’s at least five mass shootings in under 24 hours, spanning four states, two countries and multiple motives—from personal vendettas to ideological statements to gang retaliation.
The New York City Police are saying they expect the number of casualties to rise as the investigations continues.
As the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ comes closer, expect to see more and more of events like this. The Bible explicitly predicts that in the last days, people will fear for their lives when looking at current events. "25 “There will be signs in the sun, moon and stars. On the earth, nations will be in anguish and perplexity at the roaring and tossing of the sea. 26 People will faint from terror, apprehensive of what is coming on the world, for the heavenly bodies will be shaken." - Luke 21:25-26 NIV
The Bible alludes to these types of events in several passages.
Because of the increase of wickedness, the love of most will grow cold- Matthew 24:12 NIV
1 But mark this: There will be terrible times in the last days. 2 People will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, proud, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, 3 without love, unforgiving, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not lovers of the good, 4 treacherous, rash, conceited, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God. - 2 Timothy 3:1-4 NIV
Personally, I would think that the world would have recognized the end times. As a teenager, even though I wasn't a Christian, I loved to read Bible prophecy. I would think, 'how can people be this deceived, when the Bible makes it clear what will be happening in the last days?' But here we are, in 2025 and signs are literally happening multiple times a day. But no one gives it a second thought, just as the Bible predicted.
3 Above all, you must understand that in the last days scoffers will come, scoffing and following their own evil desires. 4 They will say, “Where is this ‘coming’ he promised? Ever since our ancestors died, everything goes on as it has since the beginning of creation.” - 2 Peter 3:3-4 NIV
Two Incidents of Mass Shootings Leave 6 People Dead (28 July 2025)
One Dead, Ten People Injured in Sweet Auburn Neighborhood in Atlanta
A mass shooting has taken place in the early hours of today at the intersection of Edwood Avenue and Hilliard Street in Atlanta, Georgia. According to reports, a 27-year-old man was killed, ten others aged 18-29 were hospitalized, one of whom underwent surgery.
Witnesses saw a group of armed young men moments before gunfire erupted. Despite police arriving within a minute, no suspects have been identified or arrested. The number of shooters and motive remain unclear. Authorities are reviewing surveillance footage and asking for public tips.
Regardless of motives and identities, there is one thing that is clear. For years there has been a pattern of random violence in our country, and that pattern now stretches across the world. In other countries, where gun laws are stricter, people have simply resorted to kitchen knives and other weapons. This is a deeper, darker source: this is the result of a deeply seeded evil that has taken grip on the entire world as a direct result of people turning away from the One True God and embracing idolatry.
Bangkok, Thailand Mass Shooting Leaves 5 Dead, Two Injured
The Or Tor Kor Market in the Chatuchak District of Thailand was the target of attack around 12:38 pm local time. Four Security Guards and a female vendor were killed; two other women were hospitalized.
A 61-year-old former security guard at the market was found dead on a bench nearby-believed to have died by suicide has led investigators to believe this could be the suspect. Although this shooting occurred near a collection point for victims of the Thai-Cambodian border conflict, officials say the incident was not politically motivated.
The Bible's Explanation for These Events
The Bible gives us a complete explanation as to why these events happen and why they keep happening with more and more regularity. It is not the result of firearms, nor is it a result of economic inequity frustration or whatever other ridiculous notions dreamed up by those who refuse to acknowledge the truth.
The Bible points clearly to some hard, no-nonsense facts: Everyone has been given obvious signs of God's existence. They can see the proof of God in creation, and there is an avalanche of scientific discovery that back this conclusion. Despite this overwhelming proof, they deny the very God that created them and instead give heed to ridiculous notions and absurd theories. They literally would rather credit and worship the creation itself rather than the Creator Himself.
Because their minds couldn't comprehend a universe without a creator, they began to invent foolish notions of what a god may be like, such as "mother earth", "mother nature" and evolution, giving magical powers to ordinary things in order to justify what their eyes are telling them. As their explanations of how non-intelligent things could produce intelligent results their minds became dark and confused. They proclaimed their intelligence and gave themselves lofty Accolades, when in fact, they were becoming fools.
Instead of giving credit to the all-knowing, omnipotent God, they invented idols and alternative religions for themselves such as Wiccan, New Age, and Crystal Energy to name a few. So, God abandoned them to whatever their twisted hearts desired. They became filled with all kinds of perversion, doing shameful things and then proudly boasting of such things. They began proudly flaunting their lifestyles, and by doing so compounding their wickedness.
As their dive into evil fell further and further down, God turned them over to a depraved mind. They became full of all kinds of depravity. What began as greed, hate, envy, backstabbing, quickly escalated into murder, hatred of God, insolence, and every kind of malice.
18 For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who suppress the truth in unrighteousness, 19 because what may be known of God is manifest in them, for God has shown it to them. 20 For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even His eternal power and Godhead, so that they are without excuse, 21 because, although they knew God, they did not glorify Him as God, nor were thankful, but became futile in their thoughts, and their foolish hearts were darkened. 22 Professing to be wise, they became fools, 23 and changed the glory of the incorruptible God into an image made like corruptible man—and birds and four-footed animals and creeping things.
24 Therefore God also gave them up to uncleanness, in the lusts of their hearts, to dishonor their bodies among themselves, 25 who exchanged the truth of God for the lie and worshiped and served the creature rather than the Creator, who is blessed forever. Amen.
26 For this reason God gave them up to vile passions. For even their women exchanged the natural use for what is against nature. 27 Likewise also the men, leaving the natural use of the woman, burned in their lust for one another, men with men committing what is shameful, and receiving in themselves the penalty of their error which was due.
28 And even as they did not like to retain God in their knowledge, God gave them over to a debased mind, to do those things which are not fitting; 29 being filled with all unrighteousness, sexual immorality, wickedness, covetousness, maliciousness; full of envy, murder, strife, deceit, evil-mindedness; they are whisperers, 30 backbiters, haters of God, violent, proud, boasters, inventors of evil things, disobedient to parents, 31 undiscerning, untrustworthy, unloving, unforgiving, unmerciful; 32 who, knowing the righteous judgment of God, that those who practice such things are deserving of death, not only do the same but also approve of those who practice them. - Romans 1:18-32 New King James Version
9 People Dead, 22 Injured in Terrorist Attack in Iran (27 July 2025)
In Iran, one needs a scorecard to keep track of all the terror organizations. Yesterday, July 26th, a terror group named Jaish al-Adl, a "jihadist separatist group", committed an act of terror on the streets of Iran. These are Sunni Muslims, which may be a source of confusion for some.
Jaish al-Adl launched an attack on the courthouse in Zahedan, Iran, according to Iranian Interior Minister Eskandar Momeni. Terrorists attacked the courthouse using small arms, mortars and grenade launchers in a two-phased attack, according to The Guardian.
In a twist of perverted irony, the group then sent a Telegram post after the attack warning Iranian civilians to 'Immediately evacuate the area of clashes for their safety"
Sunni Muslims are often thought of as the 'peaceful Muslims' but this is not the case. Sunni Islam as a Peaceful Majority Sunni Muslims make up about 85–90% of the global Muslim population, and the vast majority live peacefully, following the Five Pillars of Islam and striving for personal and communal righteousness. Sunni Islam emphasizes consensus, tradition, and scholarship, and many of its schools of thought (like Hanafi and Maliki) are known for their emphasis on reasoned jurisprudence and social harmony.
But here’s the nuance:
Peaceful Majority ≠ Absence of Extremism While Sunni Islam is not inherently violent, extremist groups like ISIS, al-Qaeda, and Jaish al-Adl have emerged from Sunni backgrounds. These groups represent radicalized fringes, not mainstream Sunni belief. They often exploit political grievances, ethnic tensions, or religious divides to justify violence—especially in regions like Iran’s Sistan and Baluchestan, where Jaish al-Adl operates.
Jaish al-Adl’s Case
Sunni and ethnically Baluchi, they claim to fight against oppression by Iran’s Shiite-led government.
Their tactics—like the July 26, 2025, courthouse attack in Zahedan—target symbols of state authority and often harm civilians.
Iran labels them terrorists, while the group frames itself as a resistance movement.
If you're confused, you're not alone. And while it is not my intention to offend anyone, I'm not going to let the truth get squashed because someone might be offended. There is a lot of speculation that the prophet Muhammed was actually a real person or not. But the stories told about him show a man of war, and terror, not a prophet of peace. The Quran is a book that calls for violence for many, many reasons and quite honestly excuses.
Here is the puzzle I've wrestled with. We have Muslims here in America who are quite peaceful and truly want nothing more than to reside in harmony with nature and their fellow man. These are Muslims who read the Quran and the other teachings, but do not follow them. These Muslims use the teaching of Islam as a historical reference, but follow some of the later writings of the Islamic faith.
The fact is both the Sunni, and the Shiite Muslims have produced their fair share of terror organizations. Shiite Extremist Groups like Hezbollah, Kata'ib Hezbollah, and Iran’s Quds Force are Shiite-aligned. They:
Often work as state-sponsored militias, especially backed by Iran.
Focus more on targeted assassinations, kidnappings, and proxy warfare.
Operate with strategic goals, like defending allies or expanding influence.
Are less flashy in media, but no less lethal.
Why Shiite Militias Get Labeled “More Dangerous” Sometimes
Their state backing (especially from Iran) gives them more resources and reach.
They’ve helped prop up regimes like Assad’s in Syria, often brutally.
Their long-term strategy is more organized—less chaotic but deeply entrenched.
The fear of these Muslims reaches back not to the physical harm they might sponsor, but the spiritual battle behind it. When Jesus was asked what would be the signs of his coming, he didn't start off with earthquakes and disasters. His first words talked about deception, and that is the words we as Christians should never forget.
3 Later, Jesus sat on the Mount of Olives. His disciples came to him privately and said, “Tell us, when will all this happen? What sign will signal your return and the end of the world?” 4 Jesus told them, “Don’t let anyone mislead you, 5 for many will come in my name, claiming, ‘I am the Messiah.’ They will deceive many." - Matthew 24:3-5 New Living Translation
And that's not all, time after time Jesus warns us to be on our guard for deception.
10 And many will turn away from me and betray and hate each other. 11 And many false prophets will appear and will deceive many people. - Matthew 24:10-11 NLT
23 “Then if anyone tells you, ‘Look, here is the Messiah,’ or ‘There he is,’ don’t believe it. 24 For false messiahs and false prophets will rise up and perform great signs and wonders so as to deceive, if possible, even God’s chosen ones. 25 See, I have warned you about this ahead of time. 26 “So, if someone tells you, ‘Look, the Messiah is out in the desert,’ don’t bother to go and look. Or ‘Look, he is hiding here,’ don’t believe it! 27 For as the lightning flashes in the east and shines to the west, so it will be when the Son of Man comes. 28 Just as the gathering of vultures shows there is a carcass nearby, so these signs indicate that the end is near." - Matthew 24:23-28 NLT
As famous as the 24th chapter of Matthew is, 14% of the chapter is dedicated to warning us not to heed false Christs and false gospels (13.7%). I always equate the message from God as the Gospel: The word Gospel means good news. If what you're hearing isn't good news, then it might not be the Gospel. God comes to us with an amazing offer. We aren't required to do anything; there is no special clothing that needs worn. There are no special places needed to visit. There are no dietary restrictions, no mandatory holy days. There is only a promise. Anyone who comes to God will not be turned away.
Jesus is that way: There are no other ways. God sent the best he had to earth as a sacrifice for your pardon. And even right now, you sinner, have already been forgiven. It's just as if someone has deposited something in your bank account. It waits for you to claim it. It may be waiting for you, but it does you no good until you claim it.
I'll never forget the story I heard once of a mentally handicapped man who died of exposure sitting in a room with no heat. In his possession were dozens of checks from various government agencies. But he simply did not realize he could cash those checks and use them to pay bills, have electricity and gas connected to his tiny home. He literally died surrounded by the very thing he needed to survive.
And that is you, sinner. No one expects anything from you: There is no cost for salvation, it is a free gift. There are no qualifications, as you could never qualify. There is no expectation, you can never earn it. It's a gift from the Creator, your Creator who loves you just as much as he loves Jesus. In fact, he gave Jesus for you.
Health Officials See Tremendous Spike in Numbers of West-Nile Virus Infected Mosquitoes (26 July 2025)
Mosquitoes carrying West Nile Virus have surged to record-high levels for July in Minnesota, triggering a public health warning. Officials urge residents to stay indoors at dawn and dusk, the times when mosquitoes are most active.
The Metropolitan Mosquito Control District (MMCD) ran tests on 133 mosquito pools from across the Twin Cities metro area. Of those, 34 tested positive, reflecting a 25% infection rate—one of the highest ever recorded during July. Typically, these numbers show up later in the summer, making the spike particularly concerning.
According to MMCD, the culprit is Culex tarsalis, a mosquito species known to spread the virus. Health officials are asking people to eliminate standing water, use repellents, and take extra precautions to avoid bites.
The Bible tells us that in the last days, these pestilence carrying plagues will begin to come upon the earth once again.
10 Then He told them, Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. [II Chron. 15:6; Isa. 19:2.] 11There will be mighty and violent earthquakes, and in various places famines and pestilences (plagues: malignant and contagious or infectious epidemic diseases which are deadly and devastating); and there will be sights of terror and great signs from heaven. - Luke 21:10-11 Amplified Bible
Florida Man Shoots Three Family Members Before Turning the Gun on Himself (26 July 2025)
Christopher Bobby Rowell, 34 of Hilliard, Florida took the lives of three female family members before committing suicide on the evening of July 24, around 8 pm, according to Nassau County Sheriff's Office. A 5-year-old girl was also present but miraculously escaped unharmed.
Neighbors had reportedly seen warning signs in the days following up to the event, including a disturbing incident on July 4th. Rowell allegedly pointed a gun at a neighborhood child. Deputies responded to that call, but no weapon was found, and no charges were filed.
As of now, the names and ages of the three female victims have not been publicly released. The sheriff emphasized the importance of focusing on the victims rather than the perpetrator, calling the event “totally unnecessary” and “heartbreaking”
When tragedies like this unfold, one haunting question always lingers: was this premeditated, or did something rupture in the moment—a snap that no one saw coming? While we may never fully grasp the inner collapse that drives someone to such violence, Scripture gives language to these disturbing realities.
Romans speaks of those “without natural affection”—a prophetic description of those who’ve lost the innate bonds that anchor human relationships. It’s a chilling phrase, but it fits. Some act out of anger so blinding and corrosive that their own family becomes the target. Others may be consumed by despair, gazing at a world so chaotic or terrifying that they choose what they think is a merciful escape—for themselves, and heartbreakingly, for those closest to them.
Both scenarios speak to a deeper unraveling: the erosion of hope, the distortion of conscience, and the spiritual vacuum left when truth and love are abandoned. These are not just personal tragedies—they are cultural warnings. And biblically, they mark a time when the heart of man grows cold.
28 And even as they did not like to retain God in their knowledge, God gave them over to a reprobate mind, to do those things which are not convenient; 29 Being filled with all unrighteousness, fornication, wickedness, covetousness, maliciousness; full of envy, murder, debate, deceit, malignity; whisperers, 30 Backbiters, haters of God, despiteful, proud, boasters, inventors of evil things, disobedient to parents, 31 Without understanding, covenant breakers, without natural affection, implacable, unmerciful: - Romans 1:28-31 KJV
25 And there shall be signs in the sun, and in the moon, and in the stars; and upon the earth distress of nations, with perplexity; the sea and the waves roaring; 26 Men’s hearts failing them for fear, and for looking after those things which are coming on the earth: for the powers of heaven shall be shaken. - Luke 21:25-26 KJV
Israeli Knesset Vote is a Direct Fulfillment of Bible Prophecy (26 July 2025)
On July 23, 2025, the Israeli Knesset passed a non-binding resolution by a 71–13 majority affirming Israel’s natural, historical, and legal right to Judea, Samaria, and the Jordan Valley. While it doesn’t change law or policy directly, it sends a strong message both domestically and internationally.
The Resolution declares these territories as inseparable parts of the Land of Israel, citing biblical cities like Hebron, Shechem (Nablus), Shiloh, and Beit El. It calls on the government to apply Israeli law, jurisdiction, and administration to all Jewish settlements in the region. It frames sovereignty as a Zionist imperative, especially in light of the October 7, 2023, massacre, which the resolution claims the existential threat of a Palestinian state. It also reiterates the Knesset's 2024 declarationopposing Palestinian statehood west of the Jordan River.
The surprising part of this resolution was the support it drawn even from some opposition MKs like those from Yisrael Beitenu. The supporters were members of Likud, Religious Zionism, Otzma Yehudit. One of the more notable comments that were made came from Speaker of the Knesset Amir Ohana, "In 1967, the occupation did not begin, it ended."
While enemies of Israel accused them of violation of international law, few people understood the very deep prophetic ramifications.Pay close attention to this: Bible prophecy has just been fulfilled. In the book of Joel, God gives us an exact description of what he will do in the last days right before the end. This does not need any explanation: Read it for yourself.
1 “In those days and at that time, when I restore the fortunes of Judah and Jerusalem, 2 I will gather all nations and bring them down to the Valley of Jehoshaphat. There I will put them on trial for what they did to my inheritance, my people Israel, because they scattered my people among the nations and divided up my land.- Joel 3:1-2 New International Version
God is restoring the fortunes of Judah: Jerusalem was restored to Israel in 1967, and now Judah is being restored to Israel. This is one of the last major signs that had yet to come to pass. Now we have been truly blessed to be able to see this prophecy come to pass with our very own eyes. This vote will no doubt fuel momentum for formal annexation, especially with Donald Trump's unwavering support of Israel, and the decision by Emmanuel Macron to recognize the state of Palestine. This move by the Knesset throws a major block in the road of any hope of a Palestinian state.
I often use this analogy because it fits so perfectly in what we are seeing in these last days. Imagine yourself speeding down the road late at night. You're going very fast, 60, 70 mph. There is a large warning sign "The Bridge Ahead is out: Local Traffic Only". Now you have a choice. Do you continue driving madly down the road, knowing that each curve in the road could be your last, or do you stop, turn around and head back the other way? The choice is yours, you have been warned.
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Mother Found Guilty of Starving Autistic Child to Death Asks for a New Trial (25 July 2025)
Shanda Vander Ark, the mother of 15-year-old Timothy Ferguson appeared via video today in a Michigan courtroom to ask for a new trial. Vander Ark's new attorney Michael Ambrose stood before Judge Matthew Kacel, and claimed that during the first trial Vander Ark wasn't fully competent to stand trial, and there were issues with her defense attorney that raised the question of ineffective council.
On the first matter, Vander Ark claimed to have suffered mental episodes which rendered her partially paralyzed and unable to function. Ambrose made the claim that trial should have been suspended during that time to allow her to be reevaluated and recover before trial resumed. Ambrose also claimed that during the defense's closing argument, the defense raised the idea of manslaughter as an alternative to a murder conviction. Vander Ark now claims that she hadn't given her attorney permission to make such an argument to the jury.
Judge Matthew Kacel who was also the judge during the original trial, when into detail on his opinion of her mental competency. He gave several instances where Vander Ark might have good reason to feel nervous and anxious about the trial, but on no level do those feelings rise to the point of incompetency. Kacel also pointed out forensic psychiatric evaluations given to Vander Ark that showed she was fully mentally able to understand the circumstances in which she had found herself.
However, Kacel did point out the one major inconsistency of the previous trial, and that was the original defense's argument that Vander Ark might be convicted on the lesser charge of manslaughter. According to Kacel, that was something that shouldn't have been done without the defendant's prior authorization. While Kacel did not award Vander Ark a new trial, he did allow the door to remain open for further hearings on the matter of ineffective council.
As for Shanda Vander Ark herself, she appeared via video, during the entire time she remained with her head down and appeared to be furiously writing notes. Other than the time she was asked her name and whether or not she consented to appear via Zoom, she had no comments.
“He wasn’t simply a child with ‘special needs’—he was handicapped, brutally so, and the world failed him. In the name of polite phrasing, we soften what should never be softened. What he endured deserves naming, not glossing.”
There are many things wrong with this entire matter. First of all, this 'woke' mentality has led to young Timothy being misrepresented to the people. Timothy Ferguson was classified as a 'special needs' child. This is not true it all! While Timothy may have had special needs, this young man was diagnosed with Autism along with speech and motor impairments. He was also suffering from mental disabilities, which made him especially vulnerable. Special needs sounds like a child who is allergic to peanut butter. No, this is not special needs; this is a child who was severely handicapped.
This is yet another example ofthis wickedness of woke mentality that deprives a person of being truthfully represented in the public eye. To say Shanda Vander Ark starved a 15-year-old son to death, is especially sadistic and inhumane on its own; but to says this child was autistic, along with physical and mental disabilities, takes her actions to a new level of depravity. Let's keep in mind that a jury found her guilty not only of first-degree felony murder and first-degree child abuse. This conviction has not been overturned; while attorney Ambrose is asking for a new trial, until that motion is granted, she remains guilty of these crimes.
Vander Ark was sentenced to Life Without Parole for murder, 50-100 years for Child Abuse. The Judge described her actions as intentional and systematic torture including:
Ice Baths
Sleep Depravation
Locking Timothy in a closet
Feeding him only bread with hot sauce
Restricting toilet use and food access
If this were an isolated incident, this would be bad enough. But this is becoming an increasingly worrisome pattern across the world. Vander Ark's behavior can only be described as one thing; evil. All around the world, we see chaos; people who have lost a conscience. Everything they do is right in their own eyes, they have no compassion, no mercy, no love for anyone or anything except themselves. Even now, Vander Ark isn't the least bit remorseful. Indeed, she sat there scribbling notes without showing any type of emotion at all.
For months now, I have been making the comparison between the days of Noah's time and the time in which we live. Right now, people are just going on with their lives as if nothing is wrong. They are worrying about paying bills, they go out with their friends to eat. They carry on as if none of these things are happening. That is exactly this mentality that Jesus spoke of. Not that a depraved woman starved her disabled son to death, but that a woman starved her disabled son to death and no one stopped to even give more than a cursory glance.
37 For as were the days of Noah, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. 38 For as in those days before the flood they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the day when Noah entered the ark, 39 and they were unaware until the flood came and swept them all away, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. 40 Then two men will be in the field; one will be taken and one left. 41 Two women will be grinding at the mill; one will be taken and one left. 42 Therefore, stay awake, for you do not know on what day your Lord is coming. - Matthew 24:37-42 English Standard Version
5 The LORD saw that the wickedness of man was great in the earth, and that every intention of the thoughts of his heart was only evil continually. 6 And the LORD regretted that he had made man on the earth, and it grieved him to his heart. 7 So the LORD said, “I will blot out man whom I have created from the face of the land, man and animals and creeping things and birds of the heavens, for I am sorry that I have made them.” 8 But Noah found favor in the eyes of the LORD. - Genesis 6:5-8 ESV
11 Now the earth was corrupt in God's sight, and the earth was filled with violence. 12 And God saw the earth, and behold, it was corrupt, for all flesh had corrupted their way on the earth. 13 And God said to Noah, “I have determined to make an end of all flesh, for the earth is filled with violence through them. Behold, I will destroy them with the earth." - Genesis 6:11-13 ESV
Biblical Insight: How France's Decision Will Fulfill Bible Prophecy (25 July 2025)
In a bold move, France's President Emmanuel Macron has publicly claimed he will recognize Palestine as a sovereign state in September. While this move is considered a 'betrayal' by Israel, little does Macron realize his move will fulfill Bible prophecy.
While here in the USA, France is considered to be more of a minor voice in the world, it marks the largest western power to take this step. Additionally, France's place in the European Union has many concerned this will become a momentum builder, especially within Europe to pressure other nations follow suit. Within the UN Security Council France's decisions carry political weight.
In the US, France has been publicly humiliated more than once by the Trump administration. Following Trump's decision to begin enforcing immigration laws, France foolishly demanded the return of the Statue of Liberty as a way to show their displeasure at Trump's decision. However, Press Secretary Caroline Levitt quickly put France in its place by reminding them that if it weren't for the USA, they'd probably be speaking German.
This was particularly a sore spot for Levitt to hit. During World War II, France was quickly over run by Hitler's Army and still feels the pain of that as it was the United States who actually liberated the city of Paris. Not to mention the iconic photo of Hitler standing in front of the Eiffel Tower. Hitler also humiliated France by forcing them to surrender in the very same train car German was forced to sign a declaration of surrender during World War I.
Secretary of State Marco Rubio didn't mince words. He called France's decision "A slap in the face to the victims of October 7th." He also said that the US State Department would not attend an upcoming UN conference chaired by France and Saudi Arabia, aimed at advancing a two-state solution. This is the highest signal Rubio could send of his displeasure at France, as it completely delegitimizes any meaningful conversation that could be made.
In addition, Macron has had his share of trouble recently, and many view this as a way to re-assert his authority after personal problems has left him with a poor public image. Recently during a diplomatic tour to Hanoi, Vietnam the door of Macron's plane opened just in time to see Macron either being pushed or slapped in the face by his wife, Brigitte. And to add insult to injury, famous podcaster Candace Owens has repeatedly made the claim that Brigitte Macron was actually born a male and transitioned; a claim she said she'd "stake her entire professional reputation on".
Owens may get that chance, as the Macrons have filed a 219-page lawsuit in Delaware, accusing Owens of knowingly spreading falsehoods for fame and profit.
But there is a passage in the Bible that is nothing short of a word for word prediction of the end time nations of the world lining up against Israel: Let me caution you, some people may feel anxiety and worry over this verse, but those who know Jesus as their savior have nothing to fear.
1 “At the time of those events,” says the LORD, “when I restore the prosperity of Judah and Jerusalem, 2 I will gather the armies of the world into the valley of Jehoshaphat. There I will judge them for harming my people, my special possession, for scattering my people among the nations, and for dividing up my land. - Joel 3:1-2 New Living Translation
For years, I listened to Bible Teachers such as Chuck Missler who warned us of the days when nations would align themselves against Israel. He would often make this observation: "Substitute the word 'dividing' with the word 'partition'." While Missler made these predictions according to the Bible, he didn't live to see them come into fruition. But here we are: The fortunes of Jerusalem and Judea have been restored. As of now, over 140 countries have already recognized the State of Palestine. They publicly call for a 'two-state solution' with the tiny land of Israel being partitioned into two separate nations.
But the Bible is clear about what happens to these nations who try to force their will on Israel. "1 This message concerning the fate of Israel came from the LORD: “This message is from the LORD, who stretched out the heavens, laid the foundations of the earth, and formed the human spirit. 2 I will make Jerusalem like an intoxicating drink that makes the nearby nations stagger when they send their armies to besiege Jerusalem and Judah. 3 On that day I will make Jerusalem an immovable rock. All the nations will gather against it to try to move it, but they will only hurt themselves." - Zechariah 12:1-3 NLT
Bible prophecy is coming true all around us. These signs are getting to the point now where only those whose eyes have been blinded to the truth are denying the signs that are obvious to the rest of the world. Nations are in turmoil over what to do about Jerusalem. There are wars and rumors of wars on almost every continent.Old diseases that were once thought to be behind us are making a comeback.Nations talk peace while preparing for war. Evil is rampant in this world. And every day, every single day, Bible prophecy comes to pass. The only question remains are you going to be one of those who escapes the coming Tribulation upon the whole world, by heeding these warning while there's still time?
Rabies Now Declared 'Imminent Public Health Threat' In New York (25 July 2025)
Another old virus is making a comeback: Rabies. In Nassau County, an area on Long Island about 30 miles east of New York City, infections among animals are becoming widespread, according to county health officials. While no human infections have been reported, residents are being warned not to touch or feed any wild animals, dogs or cats. Additionally, they are stressing the importance of making sure pets are up to date with their rabies vaccines.
World-wide, rabies account for about 59,000 deaths among humans, most occur in Asia and Africa. The World Health Organization says this number is likely a gross underestimate. In the US, cases are rare due to widespread vaccination of pets, and prompt medical attention. However, without proper medical treatment, rabies is nearly 100% fatal in humans.
This is another sign of the end according to the Bible. In Luke, the Amplified Bible clarifies the original Greek and Hebrew meanings, making it clear that the word pestilence includes deadly diseases as well.
There will be mighty and violent earthquakes, and in various places famines and pestilences (plagues: malignant and contagious or infectious epidemic diseases which are deadly and devastating); and there will be sights of terror and great signs from heaven. - Luke 21:11 Amplified Bible
In Depth: Why Tulsi Gabbard's Discoveries Mean So Much, and Why Legacy Media Isn't Listening (24 July 2025)
Department of National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard has gone on the record as saying she is in possession of 'Irrefutable evidence" that former President Barak Obama and top officials in his administration orchestrated a years-long effort to undermine Donald Trump's 2016 election win. Gabbard has made some startling claims: Using the word Treason in connection with a former President; claiming the evidence is irrefutable; claiming the evidence is so damning that the matter needs referred to the Department of Justice and the FBI.
But what many doesn't realize or even see is the orchestration behind it. This morning, as I opened my browser to MSN, there was nothing, absolutely nothing about these stories. In fact, the lead story was "9 Phrases Truly Phony People Often Say". The legacy media has decided to completely ignore this story. And even when they are forced to recognize it, their stories question Director Gabbard and the accuracy of the reports rather than the reports themselves. Only Fox News is willing to report on this story in depth.
But this goes even deeper than the battle between Republican and Democrat, Right and wrong, Left and Right. This goes directly back to the Bible itself.
Lawlessness, Lack of Integrity, Accountability
We have gotten to the point, not only in America but around the world that there are two classes of professions that are marked not by outstanding work and a commitment to excellence, but just the opposite. Professions where corruption and lack of morals rule the day. Where bad behavior is not only tolerated but expected: Attorneys and Politicians. In fact, it's has been the joke of the day for decades now. William Shakespeare is often quote for his famous line, "kill all lawyers!"
Not only do we simply chuckle and move on with our day, but we also completely ignore wrongdoing, as if we'd be surprised to find people of integrity working in these professions. The Bible says, "For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some people, eager for money, have wandered from the faith and pierced themselves with many griefs." (1 Timothy 6:10 NIV) If ever there was a verse in the Bible proved true by recent events, this is it.
When did we become so cynical? What happened to the expectation of integrity? Since the founding of our country, we have begun criticizing our officials. And that is quite literally true: When George Washington became our very first president, a cartoon was published with a cartoon of George Washington on a donkey with the caption "an ass rides an ass to Washington". While that story has changed over the years, the original basis was true.
The cartoon was called “The Entry”, and it appeared in early April 1789, around the time of George Washington’s inauguration. It depicted Washington riding a donkey into New York City, led by his aide Col. David Humphreys, with satirical overtones. The most cited caption from the cartoon reads:
“The glorious time has come to pass / When David shall conduct an ass.”
This famous line was reportedly spoken by 6 mocking the pomp surrounding Washington’s arrival. The cartoon was described as “disloyal and profane”, and no known copies have survived past the early 20th century. So, while the exact phrase “an ass rides an ass to Washington” may not be verbatim, the sentiment and imagery described are historically accurate.
Elected officials in our country and indeed around the world are known for their corruption, lack of morals and underhanded dealings. This isn't a democrat or republican situation: there have been historically many, many scandals that have rocked both parties. Everything from bribes to murder has been alleged; with many times the accusations being true.
Where is the demand for integrity? When do we stop putting up with such corruption? Many questions were raised over the controversial USAID debacle; moneys being sent to foreign countries for the most ridiculous of reasons.
$47,000 for a Transgender Opera in Colombia.
$32,000 for a Transgender Comic Book in Peru.
$1.5 MILLION for DEI in Serbia's Workplaces
$70,000 for a DEI Musical in Ireland
$50 MILLION for condoms in Gaza, despite the fact that Gazan Muslims oppose birth control
$2 MILLION for LGBT Activism in Guatemala
$2.5 MILLION for Electric Vehicles in Vietnam
$6 MILLION to promote tourism in Egypt
Many of these seem like a joke. But the real joke is why no media 'investigative journalists' took up the challenge to see where the money really went. Actually, the real joke is this idea that the media actually reports the truth to the people. If Muslims really oppose birth control in Gaza, then where was the money actually going?
But the bigger question is this: Why did we laugh? When Donald Trump stood up in front of the Congress of The United States of America and read off these ridiculous excuses for throwing American money into the toilet, why didn't we demand accountability? Why did we laugh at this waste of money that could have fed hungry people, housed homeless people, bought prescriptions for the elderly? This isn't a partisan issue! These are both Democrats and Republican in Congress who approve funding for USAID. Why did it take Elon Musk to raise a flag? Where is the outrage?
Politicians spend taxpayer dollars like it's Monopoly money; and the people don't care. Politicians break the law in order to stop another politician whose policies they don't like; and the people don't care. Journalists spend their time writing 'hatchet' pieces on people they don't like; and the people don't care. Police are defunded, protestors use violence to achieve political goals, and things like evolution and transgenders are praised in our schools like virtues to be admired; and the people don't care.
Chuck Missler, a Bible scholar and teacher, once told a joke that wasn't as funny as it was completely true. "A reporter goes up to a random person on the street. "Excuse me, sir, we're doing man-on-the-street interviews about the problems in America. What do you believe the biggest concerns is, ignorance or apathy?" The man replies, "I don't know, and I don't care.""
This is exactly what Scripture foretells as the signature of the end times—a staggering duality. On one hand, the world reels from escalating turmoil: crime, environmental collapse, disease, and disaster. On the other hand, people remain willfully oblivious, absorbed in their own concerns, continuing life as if nothing beyond their personal sphere matters. The contrast is chilling: while creation groans, society dances to the rhythm of denial.
1 Again I looked and saw all the oppression that was taking place under the sun: I saw the tears of the oppressed—and they have no comforter; power was on the side of their oppressors—and they have no comforter. 2 And I declared that the dead, who had already died, are happier than the living, who are still alive. 3 But better than both is the one who has never been born, who has not seen the evil that is done under the sun. - Ecclesiastes 4:1-3 New International Version
Your rulers are rebels, partners with thieves; they all love bribes and chase after gifts. They do not defend the cause of the fatherless; the widow’s case does not come before them. - Isaiah 1:23 NIV
“For the leaders of my people— the LORD’s watchmen, his shepherds— are blind and ignorant. They are like silent watchdogs that give no warning when danger comes. They love to lie around, sleeping and dreaming.
Like greedy dogs, they are never satisfied. They are ignorant shepherds, all following their own path and intent on personal gain.
‘Come,’ they say, ‘let’s get some wine and have a party. Let’s all get drunk. Then tomorrow we’ll do it again and have an even bigger party!’”—Isaiah 56:10–12 (NLT)
Unflinching Truth
Usually, it is my intention to try not to offend anyone when writing these articles. But this time, the subject matter makes that impossible. We are living in a time when Satan's final attempt to steal as many souls as possible is starting, just as God predicted it would so many centuries ago. The media has become nothing more than a mouthpiece for evil itself. While a former President stands accused of Treason, the media tries to distract people by pushing salacious details about a man who isn't even alive now to defend himself.
In 2021, with the election of Joe Biden as President, Satan used the office of the President to institute every shameful, unholy, deceitful policy on the American people. Joe Biden himself failed to even acknowledge Easter in 2024 while recognizing the day as "Transgender Day of Visibility".
The democrat party has fought the removal of illegal aliens from our country, cheered when someone tried to shoot Donald Trump, tried to evade prosecution from crimes while using the battle cry "no one is above the law" any time a Republican comes under fire. They have accused the Israeli Prime Minister of war crimes for the act of defending his country from terrorists attacks. They have supported Palestinians who came to this country and started the very same rhetoric they were propagating back in Israel; protesting this fictional genocide allegation; stirring up antisemitism, and orchestrating acts of violence and murder on American citizen who happen to be Jewish.
In other words, they have been doing exactly what the Bible told us they would do in the end times.
36 “But about that day or hour no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, 6 but only the Father. 37 As it was in the days of Noah, so it will be at the coming of the Son of Man. 38 For in the days before the flood, people were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, up to the day Noah entered the ark; 39 and they knew nothing about what would happen until the flood came and took them all away. That is how it will be at the coming of the Son of Man. 40 Two men will be in the field; one will be taken and the other left. 41 Two women will be grinding with a hand mill; one will be taken and the other left.
42 “Therefore, keep watch, because you do not know on what day your Lord will come. 43 But understand this: If the owner of the house had known at what time of night the thief was coming, he would have kept watch and would not have let his house be broken into. 44 So you also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour when you do not expect him." - Matthew 24:36-44 NIV
1 But mark this: There will be terrible times in the last days. 2 People will be lovers of themselves, lovers of money, boastful, proud, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, 3 without love, unforgiving, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not lovers of the good, 4 treacherous, rash, conceited, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God— 5 having a form of godliness but denying its power. Have nothing to do with such people.
6 They are the kind who worm their way into homes and gain control over gullible women, who are loaded down with sins and are swayed by all kinds of evil desires, 7 always learning but never able to come to a knowledge of the truth. 8 Just as Jannes and Jambres* opposed Moses, so also these teachers oppose the truth. They are men of depraved minds, who, as far as the faith is concerned, are rejected. 9 But they will not get very far because, as in the case of those men, their folly will be clear to everyone. - 2 Timothy 3:1-9 NIV (*Jannes and Jambres according to Jewish tradition were the two magicians in Pharoah's court who opposed Moses' demand to release the Jewish people from captivity)
29 They have become filled with every kind of wickedness, evil, greed and depravity. They are full of envy, murder, strife, deceit and malice. They are gossips, 30 slanderers, God-haters, insolent, arrogant and boastful; they invent ways of doing evil; they disobey their parents; 31 they have no understanding, no fidelity, no love, no mercy. 32 Although they know God’s righteous decree that those who do such things deserve death, they not only continue to do these very things but also approve of those who practice them. - Romans 1:29-32 NIV
Oregon Wildfire Officially Qualifies for 'Megafire' Status (24 July 2025)
An Oregon wildfire has been called the Cram Fire has burned over 100,000 acres of land, which has made if officially categorized as a 'Megafire'. Fortunately, it is now 73% contained thanks cooler temperatures and ariel fire support. Evacuations remain in effect, but some zones are downgraded.
These fires take a devastating toll, not just on the land itself, but areas 100 miles away or more. Smoke from the Cram Fire is causing health risks especially for those with heart or lung conditions.
As the time for Jesus' return draws near, we can see the earth itself preparing for the certainties that are coming upon the earth. In Revelation chapter 8 we see a group of plagues, or punishments are set for the people of earth who refuse to recognize Christ as the Messiah. It talks about the first angel who blew his trumpet and fire was thrown down from heaven.
According to the Bible, it says 1/3 of the trees will be burnt up, 1/3 of the earth, and all the green grass. Now we're not saying that this has begun in the world. This is reserved for those specific 7 years of time known as the Tribulation. This story simply shows that the earth is prepared for this day to come.
6 Then the seven angels with the seven trumpets prepared to blow their mighty blasts. 7 The first angel blew his trumpet, and hail and fire mixed with blood were thrown down on the earth. One-third of the earth was set on fire, one-third of the trees were burned, and all the green grass was burned. - Revelation 8:6-7 NLT
Experts Warn East Coast Might Be in Need of 'Drastic Action' (23 July 2025)
Climate expert Emma Gildesgame is an expert on climate adaptation for the Nature Conservancy. She warns that drastic changes may be needed for the US east coast. Ms. Gildesgame believes that it's time to start implementing what she refers to as a 'managed retreat'.
A managed retreat is when coastal buildings and towns pull back from their original locations along the coast to locations further inland in an effort to escape higher sea levels. This is often called a last-ditch effort to salvage areas impacted by Global Warming.
Jesus himself tells us of a time when nations of the earth will be in turmoil at the 'roaring of the seas, and strange tides'. Listen to me! We are in a time now where the Bible's prophecies are literally coming to pass on a word-by-word basis! The prophecies are starting to read more like news headlines. The time in which we now live have been prophesied long ago. It's time to lift up our heads, but redemption is surely coming near.
25 “And there will be strange signs in the sun, moon, and stars. And here on earth the nations will be in turmoil, perplexed by the roaring seas and strange tides. 26 People will be terrified at what they see coming upon the earth, for the powers in the heavens will be shaken." - Luke 21:25-26 New Living Translation
Legendary Singer Ozzy Osbourne Passes Away at the Age of 76 (22 July 2025)
Usually, I write articles about news stories and their relationship to Bible prophecy. But today, I'd like to pay tribute to a man who is nothing short of a legend in the genre of Rock n Roll. Today, John Michael "Ozzy" Osbourne passed away at the age of 76. While no specifics have been released, the family made an announcement that Ozzy passed away surrounded by his family.
I was your typical early 70's teenager. I loved music, especially rock music. I still remember hearing the Black Sabbath album "Paranoid" for the first time. To be honest, I wasn't impressed with the first track, 'Iron Man', but the second track 'Paranoid', for which the album was named really caught my attention. Ozzy had a voice that was unique in all of Rock n Roll. No one could mistake that voice of his whenever he sang.
His early music was inspired by dark and controversial topics, but as the years moved on, Ozzy began to change as well. In 1988, Ozzy sang a duet with rising star Lita Ford. "Close My Eyes Forever" was an instant smash hit, rising to number 8 on Billboard's top 100 chart, and cementing Ford's place in rock n roll history.
In 1991, Ozzy released his smash album "No More Tears", and became one of his most successful solo efforts, even netting him a Grammy for the song, "I Don't Want to Change the World". Some of my favorite songs were 'No More Tears', 'Mama, I'm Coming Home', and 'Road to Nowhere'.
But my favorite duet came out on Rob Zombie's album "Sinister Urge". On that album, Ozzy and Rob Zombie pared up on "Iron Head", a hard hitting rock song with that unmistakable voice of Ozzy Osbourne. That song was released on November 13, 2001. Ozzy’s vocals were added after Zombie felt the track needed something extra—and someone suggested, “Why not Ozzy?” Zombie called it a “duh” moment. Definitely one of those collaborations that felt inevitable once it happened.
Recently, Ozzy has released a song called, 'Ordinary Man'; a reflective song in which Ozzy laments those hard times in his life and celebrates the good times. Eerily, one lyric in that song says, "I don't want to die an ordinary man". For Ozzy Osbourne, I think that is the last thing he will ever be called. So long to a rock legend whose music touched people far and wide and left an impression that will never be forgotten.
Unbridled Evil: German Prosecutors Investigate Additional Victims in Hamburg Child Suicide Network Case (20 July 2025)
In an exceptionally wicked demonstration of perversion, a 20-year-old German-Iranian man has been arrested for allegedly driving children to suicide through an international online network, officials confirmed. "White Tiger" was the online persona of Shahriar J, who was arrested at his parents home in Hamburg's affluent Marienthal district.
The suspect is currently facing 123 counts of charges ranging from murder, attempted murder, sexual abuse of a child, and rape. The arrest came after a tip from America's FBI, originally on child pornography charges, however police found far more than that when they raided the home. Among photos and videos, they found extensive chat records regarding torture. Prosecutors even allege he drove a 13-year-old U.S. child to suicide in January of 2022.
I could go on with this depraved story, but I think it's enough. This is not a case of mental illness. This isn't about someone who has a mental problem which leaves him without any feeling for anyone other than himself. While that may very well be the case, this is about pure evil. This is about a person who has made the decision to turn his back on God and give himself over to complete evil abandon.
He has embraced any and every type of evil. And as a reward, Satan has captured this man. It must be made clear at this point that a demon cannot gain complete control of a person. Man has been given the gift of free will by God himself, and there is always a choice to do evil. In fact, in the last days, the Bible predicts every type of evil imagined not only will be practiced but even celebrated.
18 For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men, who by their unrighteousness suppress the truth. 19 For what can be known about God is plain to them, because God has shown it to them. 20 For his invisible attributes, namely, his eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly perceived, ever since the creation of the world, in the things that have been made. So, they are without excuse. 21 For although they knew God, they did not honor him as God or give thanks to him, but they became futile in their thinking, and their foolish hearts were darkened. 22 Claiming to be wise, they became fools, 23 and exchanged the glory of the immortal God for images resembling mortal man and birds and animals and creeping things.
24 Therefore God gave them up in the lusts of their hearts to impurity, to the dishonoring of their bodies among themselves, 25 because they exchanged the truth about God for a lie and worshiped and served the creature rather than the Creator, who is blessed forever! Amen. - Romans 1:18-25 English Standard Version
28 And since they did not see fit to acknowledge God, God gave them up to a debased mind to do what ought not to be done. 29 They were filled with all manner of unrighteousness, evil, covetousness, malice. They are full of envy, murder, strife, deceit, maliciousness. They are gossips, 30 slanderers, haters of God, insolent, haughty, boastful, inventors of evil, disobedient to parents, 31 foolish, faithless, heartless, ruthless. 32 Though they know God's righteous decree that those who practice such things deserve to die, they not only do them but give approval to those who practice them. - Romans 1:28-32 ESV
Be honest, at least with yourself. Does this not sound like modern society? We live in a culture where good is presented as evil, and evil is embraced as good. People stand up to mock and show their contempt for authority, while at the same time praising those who murder and rape innocent people. They accuse other nations of committing genocide but stand in protests calling for genocide themselves. Professing themselves to be wise, their rhetoric sounds like complete foolishness.
The Bible is coming true on a word-by-word basis; let's throw away these foolish habits and lazy decisions that keep us from presenting ourselves as a lively stone for the Lord Jesus Christ. Remember, Jesus warns us not to let our guards down.
42 Therefore, stay awake, for you do not know on what day your Lord is coming. 43 But know this, that if the master of the house had known in what part of the night the thief was coming, he would have stayed awake and would not have let his house be broken into. 44 Therefore you also must be ready, for the Son of Man is coming at an hour you do not expect. - Matthew 24:42-44 ESV
Yet Another Earthquake: 6.6 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Russia (20 July 2025)
This time in Russia, in the far eastern portion of Russia which is part of the Pacific Rim's 'Ring of Fire'. This earthquake struck about 91 miles east of Petropavlovsk-Kamchatsky and was shallow enough to be felt strongly. Thankfully no fatalities or serious injuries have been reported, but as high as 260,000 might have felt the quake.
The fact that this earthquake was part of the Ring of Fire is more troubling news for those who haven't given their lives to the Lord. For those of us who have, this brings joy to our hearts, as Jesus said, "Now when these things begin to take place, straighten up and raise your heads, because your redemption is drawing near.” - Luke 21:28 English Standard Version
11 There will be great earthquakes, and in various places famines and pestilences. And there will be terrors and great signs from heaven.25 “And there will be signs in sun and moon and stars, and on the earth distress of nations in perplexity because of the roaring of the sea and the waves, 26 people fainting with fear and with foreboding of what is coming on the world. For the powers of the heavens will be shaken." - Luke 21:11,25-26 ESV
"Treasonous Conspiracy;" DNI Head Tulsi Gabbard Highlights Corruption in The Highest Levels (20 July 2025)
Department of National Intelligence Director Tulsi Gabbard unveiling over 100 pages of internal memos, emails, and intelligence assessments that she claims shows a "treasonous conspiracy" by then President Barak Obama and officials. She claims Intelligence was "manufactured and politicized" to support the narrative that Russia interfered in the 2016 election to help Donald Trump.
Those documents named officials James Clapper (DNI), John Brennan (CIA), James Comey (FBI), Susan Rice (National Security Advisor), John Kerry (Secretary of State), Loretta Lynch (Attorney General), Andrew McCabe (FBI Deputy Director).
According to Director Gabbard, beginning sometime in August - September 2016, the Intelligence Community began writing assessments stated Russia was "probably not trying" to influence the election via cyber means. Then sometime between December 7-8 of that same year, a Presidential Daily Brief (PDB) stated no cyberattacks altered the election outcome. On December 9th former President Obama convened a National Security Council meeting tasked the intelligence community to create a new assessment contradicting earlier findings.
Then on January 6th, a new Intelligence Community Assessment was released, completely contradicting earlier findings. The supporting evidence from these declassified memos showed that the FBI and NSA had 'low confidence' in attributing DNC/DCCC hacks to Russia. Whistleblower testimony revealed pressure to accept findings about Russian preference for Trump despite lack of evidence. The Steele Dossier was cited in the ICA despite being deemed 'untrustworthy' by the intelligence community analysts.
This fabrication continued to be disseminated all the way into 2020, when the Senate Intelligence Committee was given this information. That information heavily influenced the Senates findings, leading to their conclusion that Russia did indeed try to influence the 2016 election in favor of Donald Trump.
Again, we have a situation where public officials, even in the very highest levels of government, have conspired to suppress the democratic process in America. The United States is unique in all the world in that we have a democratic Republic form of government. Very few countries have a constitution that remains in place even after changes in power from one party to the next. The voting process is paramount in this type of government, because the American people are actually deciding on the interpretation of that constitution.
This means that especially in the United States, the person who holds the office must be committed to upholding the underlying constitution that is the framework of the government. Director Gabbard was right when she said that this is not a democrat, republican or independent problem. This is a direct attack on the electoral process by a party of people who tried to overthrow election results.
The Bible talks about lawlessness and corruption in the last days. It also points us to the conditions of Noah's time, something Jesus himself said will be a parallel of the end times.
11 The earth was depraved and putrid in God’s sight, and the land was filled with violence (desecration, infringement, outrage, assault, and lust for power). 12 And God looked upon the world and saw how degenerate, debased, and vicious it was, for all humanity had corrupted their way upon the earth and lost their true direction. 13 God said to Noah, I intend to make an end of all flesh, for through men the land is filled with violence; and behold, I will destroy them and the land. - Genesis 6:11-13 Amplified Bible
37 As were the days of Noah, so will be the coming of the Son of Man. 38 For just as in those days before the flood they were eating and drinking, [men] marrying and [women] being given in marriage, until the [very] day when Noah went into the ark, 39 And they did not know or understand until the flood came and swept them all away—so will be the coming of the Son of Man. [Gen. 6:5–8; 7:6–24.] - Matthew 24:37-39 Amplified Bible
“For the leaders of my people— the LORD’s watchmen, his shepherds— are blind and ignorant. They are like silent watchdogs that give no warning when danger comes. They love to lie around, sleeping and dreaming.
Like greedy dogs, they are never satisfied. They are ignorant shepherds, all following their own path and intent on personal gain.
‘Come,’ they say, ‘let’s get some wine and have a party. Let’s all get drunk. Then tomorrow we’ll do it again and have an even bigger party!’” —Isaiah 56:10–12 (NLT)
8 Don’t be surprised if you see a poor person being oppressed by the powerful and if justice is being miscarried throughout the land. For every official is under orders from higher up, and matters of justice get lost in red tape and bureaucracy. 9 Even the king milks the land for his own profit! - Ecclesiastes 5:8-9 NLT
Multiple Earthquakes Reported in the Last 24 Hours (18 July 2025)
Several earthquakes took place around the world in the last 24 hours. And not just small, light earthquakes either; at least 8 earthquakes of magnitude 5 or higher has occurred. This is not some geologic coincidence. Now, experts are weighing in on the fact that earthquakes are increasing in frequency and magnitude.
“The past two years have witnessed an unprecedented surge in earthquake activity around the Pacific Ring of Fire, with over 15,000 recorded seismic events above magnitude 4.0 in 2024 alone.” - Climate Cosmos
Japan’s Meteorological Agency also reported a 340% increase in tremors compared to the previous decade’s average, especially along the Nankai Trough, a major subduction zone.
Chile, Indonesia, Alaska, and the Philippines have all seen spikes in seismic and volcanic activity, prompting scientists to reassess the possibility of simultaneous tectonic and volcanic events across the Ring.
Earthquakes Over Magnitude 5.0 (Last 24 Hours)
Location
Magnitude
Depth
Notes
Near North Coast of Greenland
5.8
10 km
Unusual location for strong quake
Kermadec Islands, New Zealand
5.7
30 km
Pacific Ring of Fire
Sarrat, Ilocos, Philippines
5.5
48 km
Felt across northern Luzon
Naze, Kagoshima, Japan
5.2
10 km
Shallow and likely felt locally
Manuel Ávila Camacho, Mexico
5.1
10 km
Inland quake
Colchane, Chile
5.1
128 km
Deep quake, less surface impact
Santa María Ixhuatán, Guatemala
5.0
161 km
Deep, near tectonic boundary
Tari, Papua New Guinea
5.0
59 km
Active seismic zone
These quakes span multiple tectonic zones—from the Pacific Ring of Fire to the Arctic—and reflect a globally active seismic window.
I really don't know what else God can do to get your attention. Think of this; 2,000 years ago, a child was born in a tiny nation under the occupation of the Roman Empire. These were not well-to-do, aristocratic people. They were, for the lack of a better word, peasants. The woman gives birth to her son in a barn. This boy grows up in a small town called Nazareth, and never in his entire lifetime travels more than 120 miles from the place he grew up.
One day, his followers ask him a blunt question: "What will be the sign of your return and of the end of the world?" Two questions, two different events. This man begins to talk about a time in the future, not with mystic poems and symbology, but with a direct, plain description of a time like none other on the face of the earth.
"Many will claim to be me, they will tell you all kinds of lies in an effort to deceive you. There will be wars and people talking and threatening war. Ethnic groups will fight with other ethnic groups, kingdoms and nations will go to war and be in conflict with one another. There will be famines in one place, diseases in another, earthquakes will begin to get more and more frequent and will get stronger". (My personal translation of what was said)
The only thing that makes this person notable from everyone else who has claimed to make predictions about the future is this guy got it 100% right. And in case you didn't figure it out, we're talking about Jesus. God is trying desperately to get your attention! If you are not a Christian, then even this article you're reading right now is God's attempt to warn you of what's to come. Don't let it go by! This might be the last warning you get.
3 As he sat on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to him privately, saying, “Tell us, when will these things be, and what will be the sign of your coming and of the end of the age?” 4 And Jesus answered them, “See that no one leads you astray. 5 For many will come in my name, saying, ‘I am the Christ,’ and they will lead many astray. 6 And you will hear of wars and rumors of wars. See that you are not alarmed, for this must take place, but the end is not yet. 7 For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom, and there will be famines and earthquakes in various places. 8 All these are but the beginning of the birth pains.
9 “Then they will deliver you up to tribulation and put you to death, and you will be hated by all nations for my name's sake. 10 And then many will fall away and betray one another and hate one another. 11 And many false prophets will arise and lead many astray. 12 And because lawlessness will be increased, the love of many will grow cold. 13 But the one who endures to the end will be saved. 14 And this gospel of the kingdom will be proclaimed throughout the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come. - Matthew 24:3-14 English Standard Version
Massachusetts State Representative Arrested for DWI and Fleeing the Scene of an Accident (17 July 2025)
Massachusetts State Representative John Lawn (D-MA) was arrested in the early hours of Wednesday, July 17th. According to news reports, police were alerted to a disabled automobile on the street near the Massachusetts State House, in Boston. As the officer arrived, he noted that Lawn's SUV was badly leaning to the one side, and upon closer inspection he saw the front, and noted "extreme damage to the passenger side front wheel … turned to an extreme degree not consistent with normal vehicle operations.”
Upon talking to Lawn, the officer noted "a strong odor of alcohol", and his eyes were "glassy and bloodshot, and his speech was slurred." The Representative could not finish a field sobriety test and even at one point had to stabilize himself using both the officer and a fence post.
Apparently, someone had flagged down a police officer and reported that he had seen Lawn's Yukon strike a Toyota Tundra parked on Hancock St., then attempting to flee the scene and running past several stops signs before coming to a stop.
This is part of a wider moral decay that affects many of our leaders—a failure to hold oneself to a higher standard. As a member of the Massachusetts State House, John Lawn was responsible not only for his public behavior, but his private conduct as well.
This is not solely a Democrat problem. It reflects a deeper crisis among our leaders—judges, mayors, police officers, and legislators of every affiliation. When a person takes an office of leadership, it comes with an obligation of trust. That person, whether male or female, Democrat, Republican, or Independent, must conduct themselves in a way that does not bring disrepute to the office they hold.
This isn’t just about one man’s failure—it’s about a culture that shrugs when leaders stumble, and a people who no longer expect integrity. The prophetic call is not to mock, but to awaken. To demand accountability. To remember that leadership is not a license—it’s a sacred trust.
The Bible speaks plainly: “For the leaders of my people— the LORD’s watchmen, his shepherds— are blind and ignorant. They are like silent watchdogs that give no warning when danger comes. They love to lie around, sleeping and dreaming.
Like greedy dogs, they are never satisfied. They are ignorant shepherds, all following their own path and intent on personal gain.
‘Come,’ they say, ‘let’s get some wine and have a party. Let’s all get drunk. Then tomorrow we’ll do it again and have an even bigger party!’” —Isaiah 56:10–12 (NLT)
The Northern Lights Are Making Yet Another Appearance (17 July 2025)
In what has become a weekly event in the lower 48 states of the US, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) says there could be a double spectacle in tonight's sky: The Northern Lights could be visible in 8 northern states, and the Perseids meteor shower might actually appear in the sky as well!
This should be a wonderful sight to behold if indeed things work out as NOAA predicts. The states predicted to have the best possibility of seeing the Northern Lights are Montana, North Dakota, northern Minnesota, northeastern Washington, northern Idaho, northern Wisconsin and Upper Michigan.
While these are indeed amazing sights to behold in the nighttime sky, this is much more than the sky's form of entertainment. These are signs, reminders to you, to me, to everyone. Jesus himself tells us the things we are currently watching in the sky are no fluke. Regularly seeing the Northern Lights in the lower 48 states is unprecedented: Yet week after week, the media gives us these alerts, unsuspecting that they are giving us alerts that Jesus is coming soon.
“There will be signs in the sun, moon and stars. On the earth, nations will be in anguish and perplexity at the roaring and tossing of the sea." - Luke 21:25 New International Version
Yet Another Earthquake: And This Time, It's No Small Matter (16 June 2025)
A major earthquake has occurred off the coast of Alaska, on Wednesday, July 16th at 12:37 am. Its epicenter was about 54 miles south of Sand Point, Alaska, with a relatively shallow depth of 20.1 kilometers. A tsunami warning was issued for parts of South Alaska and the Alaska Peninsula shortly afterward.
Within two hours following the earthquake, there were over 30 aftershocks, the largest being a 5.2 magnitude. No major tsunami occurred; Kodiak Island recorded a 6-inch wave. The warning was downgraded to an advisory and lifted after two hours.
This is part of a disturbing trend we are seeing particularly in the 'Ring of Fire' area of the Pacific Rim. While experts issue statements for calm, people can't help but notice very unusual activity. The Bible specifically predicts such a time as this. It says there will be times when all these things taken together will cause people to panic because of the uptick of events happening on the earth.
7 Nation will go to war against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be famines and earthquakes in many parts of the world. 8 But all this is only the first of the birth pains, with more to come. - Matthew 21:7-8 New Living Translation
“Nation will go to war against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. 11 There will be great earthquakes, and there will be famines and plagues in many lands, and there will be terrifying things and great miraculous signs from heaven." - Luke 21:10-11 NLT
25 “And there will be strange signs in the sun, moon, and stars. And here on earth the nations will be in turmoil, perplexed by the roaring seas and strange tides. 26 People will be terrified at what they see coming upon the earth, for the powers in the heavens will be shaken. 27 Then everyone will see the Son of Man coming on a cloud with power and great glory. 28 So when all these things begin to happen, stand and look up, for your salvation is near!”- Luke 21:25-28 NLT
Now is the time for you to wake up! This is not the time to let the things of this world weigh you down and distract you. Jesus told us the signs; he told us the things to pay attention to. He told us what would happen, and these things are coming to pass on a word-by-word basis. It is becoming the new normal to see Northern Lights in much of the lower 48 states. Fireballs appearing "coincidentally" over major cities. New and troubling diseases, new types of insects not usually seen in America.
Jesus gave us a parable; an example to make sure we knew when the time had come. Chuck Missler used to say, 'when you see Christmas decorations going up in the stores, you know that Thanksgiving is near'. In the same way, we need to be watching for these obvious signs.
“Notice the fig tree, or any other tree. 30 When the leaves come out, you know without being told that summer is near. 31 In the same way, when you see all these things taking place, you can know that the Kingdom of God is near. 32 I tell you the truth, this generation will not pass from the scene until all these things have taken place. 33 Heaven and earth will disappear, but my words will never disappear." - Luke 21:29-33 NLT
17-Year-Old Girl Gives Birth in Walmart Bathroom in Texas; Baby's Grandfather Leaves Her in the Trash Can (16 July 2025)
Just when you thought humanity had reached its lowest point, someone does the unthinkable. Officers in Kingsville, Texas were called to a Walmart store around 10:30 pm local time Monday, July 14th. Maintenance workers there had made the gruesome discovery; although they tried to assist by performing life saving measures and taking the child to the hospital which was right next door, the child was pronounced dead.
Police, using surveillance footage, tracked down the car of the 17-year-old, and her father, Jerry Lee Martinez, and he was arrested. He now faces charges of abandoning or endangering a child with criminal negligence, he is also charged with tampering with a witness and tampering with physical evidence.
This goes beyond the Bible's description of how in the last days, the love of many will grow cold. This is just about as callous, as evil as it can get. When someone shows no regard for the life of a newborn infant, that is the result of a marked and purposeful turn away from God. Almost 2,000 years ago, the Apostle Paul wrote down the events happening today as if he were given a glimpse into the future:
Sin will be rampant everywhere, and the love of many will grow cold. - Matthew 24:12 NLT
28 Since they thought it foolish to acknowledge God, he abandoned them to their foolish thinking and let them do things that should never be done. 29 Their lives became full of every kind of wickedness, sin, greed, hate, envy, murder, quarreling, deception, malicious behavior, and gossip. 30 They are backstabbers, haters of God, insolent, proud, and boastful. They invent new ways of sinning, and they disobey their parents. 31 They refuse to understand, break their promises, are heartless, and have no mercy. 32 They know God’s justice requires that those who do these things deserve to die, yet they do them anyway. Worse yet, they encourage others to do them, too. - Romans 1:28-32 NLT
There is just no compassion left in much of the world. There is hardly any integrity; when people refuse to take accountability for their actions and instead try to blame anyone but themselves, this is the harvest America has been sowing for the last 30 years. This idea, of 'situational ethics' where values shift with the circumstances. When people are faced with the reality of God yet knowingly turn their back on the truth; chaos ensues. The Bible says that we are all given the opportunity to know God; when we reject that knowledge, we set ourselves on a path that ultimately leads to total destruction.
19 They know the truth about God because he has made it obvious to them. 20 For ever since the world was created, people have seen the earth and sky. Through everything God made, they can clearly see his invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature. So, they have no excuse for not knowing God.
21 Yes, they knew God, but they wouldn’t worship him as God or even give him thanks. And they began to think up foolish ideas of what God was like. As a result, their minds became dark and confused. 22 Claiming to be wise, they instead became utter fools. 23 And instead of worshiping the glorious, ever-living God, they worshiped idols made to look like mere people and birds and animals and reptiles. 24 So God abandoned them to do whatever shameful things their hearts desired. - Romans 1:19-24 NLT
Yet Another Earthquake: 5.8 Magnitude Earthquake Creates Panic in The Philippines (15 July 2025)
Terrified residents fled their homes on the morning of July 15th as a 5.8 magnitude earthquake struck the Philippines at 10:38 AM local time. The epicenter of the earthquake was 29 km northwest of Pasuquin, at a depth of 27 km, according to The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (PHIVOLCS).
Even the United States Geologic Survey (USGS) has recently admitted an increase of serious earthquakes in areas not previously known to be seismically active areas. Just as Jesus predicted.
For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom, and there will be famines and earthquakes in various places. - Matthew 24:7 English Standard Version
Volcanoes Stir in the Pacific Ring of Fire: A Region on Alert (15 July 2025)
In recent weeks, multiple volcanoes across the Pacific Ring of Fire have sprung to life, sending scientists into high-alert mode as tectonic movement intensifies beneath the Earth’s crust.
What Is the Ring of Fire? The Pacific Ring of Fire is a massive, horseshoe-shaped zone around the edges of the Pacific Ocean. It spans 25,000 miles and includes regions like South America, Alaska, Japan, and New Zealand. This area is home to over 75% of the world’s active volcanoes, thanks to shifting tectonic plates that fuel both earthquakes and eruptions.
Current Activity Highlights Several volcanoes are currently being watched closely:
Great Sitkin Volcano (Alaska): Slowly erupting for nearly four years, it continues to release lava without explosive activity.
Kilauea (Hawaii): Although not technically in the Ring of Fire, it remains one of the most active volcanoes globally. It's swelling again and may erupt between July 17 and 20.
Mount Rainier (Washington): Over 300 tiny earthquakes were recorded in early July, raising concerns about potential mudflows known as lahars.
Axial Seamount (Offshore Oregon): This underwater volcano is slowly inflating and could erupt in 2025, likely unnoticed except by monitoring equipment.
Mount Spurr (Alaska): Earthquake swarms have echoed patterns seen before its last explosive eruption in 1992.
Why Scientists Are Watching These volcanoes may not pose immediate danger, but each one has its own pattern and risks. The threat isn't just lava—lahars and ash clouds can cause devastating damage. Experts emphasize that eruptions in this region are part of long-term geological cycles, but monitoring remains crucial.
This sudden wave of activity has deep prophetic implications. Jesus himself talks about various signs in the heavens and on earth. But the writings of Apostle Paul to the Romans reads like Paul had a glimpse into the time we live in.
19 For the creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the sons of God. 20 For the creation was subjected to futility, not willingly, but because of him who subjected it, in hope 21 that the creation itself will be set free from its bondage to corruption and obtain the freedom of the glory of the children of God. 22 For we know that the whole creation has been groaning together in the pains of childbirth until now. - Romans 8:19-22 English Standard Version
Violence Comes Home: Kentucky Mourns Loss of Mother and Daughter in Lexington Church Shooting (14 July 2025)
Sunday mornings in Kentucky are usually a quiet time. Some gather together at their local church to celebrate their faith, while others sleep in late and enjoy a much-needed day off from work. However, Sunday, July 13th was very different. In the morning hours of the day, Kentucky State Police attempts a traffic stop on 47-year-old Guy House, over an alert the officer received from the license plate of the car House drove.
House ambushed the State Trooper, shooting the officer as he (she) approached House's car, then House sped away. Fortunately, some passersby stopped to aid the Trooper; and the trooper is expected to make a full recovery. Miles later, House ditches the car and carjacks another vehicle, then drives to Richmond Road Baptist Church.
This church is reported close-knit community church, with many people either related or in long standing close friendships with one another. Guy House then enters the church's kitchen area and asks to see a parishioner, who was alleged to be the mother of his children. When House was told she was not at the church, he responded by opening fire on 4 people. Among the two deceased, are mother and daughter. Beverly Gumm, age 72 and her daughter Christina Combs age 32 who were pronounced dead at the scene.
Two male parishioners were also shot, and were taken to University of Kentucky Hospital, where one person is reported to be in critical condition, the other is in stable condition. Their names have yet to be released.
House was shot and killed by responding law enforcement officers at the scene.
The Biblical implications of this are obvious. The Bible speaks of a time when people will become so cold hearted, they will have no respect for anything except themselves. They will betray and kill family members, people they know and random strangers without remorse. The Bible tells us that people will simply have no love for one another.
Also, we must examine the Christian implications as well. We'll never know the state of mind of Guy House, but we know he had a long criminal history of violence and drug use. The Lexington Herald-Leader has reported he was due in court Monday on domestic violence charges.
16 Even those closest to you—your parents, brothers, relatives, and friends—will betray you. They will even kill some of you. 17 And everyone will hate you because you are my followers. - Luke 21:16-17 New Living Translation
Sin will be rampant everywhere, and the love of many will grow cold. - Matthew 24:12 NLT
28 Since they thought it foolish to acknowledge God, he abandoned them to their foolish thinking and let them do things that should never be done. 29 Their lives became full of every kind of wickedness, sin, greed, hate, envy, murder, quarreling, deception, malicious behavior, and gossip. 30 They are backstabbers, haters of God, insolent, proud, and boastful. They invent new ways of sinning, and they disobey their parents. 31 They refuse to understand, break their promises, are heartless, and have no mercy. - Romans 1:28-31 NLT
Dormant Alaskan Volcano Roars Back to Life (14 July 2025)
Scientists say a volcano that has been dormant is coming back to life after over 100 years. The Iliamna Volcano is located in the Alaskan Wilderness has begun 'rumbling' consistently, at times emitting a continuous stream of seismic activity for several hours. The volcano is following a pattern of other volcanoes in Alaska that have once again started showing signs of life.
If there was ever any skepticism about the time in which we live, the Bible once again gives us a glimpse of end time prophecy coming to pass. The Apostle Paul writes the earth itself groans with 'birth pangs' right up until the present time. We know how birth pangs work; as the baby's delivery comes near, the birth pangs become more and more frequent. Just as the return of Jesus draws near, these signs get closer and closer together.
What are we seeing in the world? Old volcanoes coming back to life. Earthquakes happening as almost a daily event. Floods, tornadoes, wildfires. Just as the Bible predicts.
“We know that the whole creation has been groaning as in the pains of childbirth right up to the present time.” - Romans 8:22 KJV
17-Year-Old Girl Charged with Murder of Mother, Stepfather (14 July 2025)
The case surrounding Sarah Grace Patrick, a 17-year-old from Carroll County, Georgia, is both tragic and deeply unsettling. She’s been charged as an adult with two counts of murder and two counts of aggravated assault for the February 20 shooting deaths of her mother, Kristin Brock (41), and stepfather, James Brock (45). The Brocks were found shot to death in their bedroom at their home on Tyus Road.
Sarah’s 6-year-old sister reportedly discovered the bodies and alerted Sarah, who then made the 911 call. Sarah was in the home at the time of the murders, according to investigators. She gave a tearful eulogy at her parents' funeral, which some family members now describe as manipulative and insincere, noting she never shed a real tear.
In the weeks and months following the murders, Sarah posted emotional TikTok videos mourning her parents, asking for prayers, and even reaching out to true crime influencers to spotlight the case. Investigators looked into the murders of Kristin and James Brock for nearly five months. On July 8th, Sarah Grace Patrick was arrested for the crimes.
During that time, law enforcement described the process as “relentless,” involving thousands of hours of work and collaboration between local, state, and federal agencies. They gathered what they called “mountains of physical and digital evidence,” which ultimately led to Sarah’s arrest.
While the guilt of this young woman has yet to be determined, this is another case of family violence, a disturbing trend in the last few years, and clear, unmistakable sign of the return of our Lord, Jesus Christ. The Bible predicts that in the last days, people will be 'without natural affection'. In the past, Christians used this verse to unwittingly attack homosexuality. But given today's rise in family violence, clearly this scripture, like the Bible itself, has many layers.
1 This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come. 2 For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, 3 Without natural affection, trucebreakers, false accusers, incontinent, fierce, despisers of those that are good, 4 Traitors, heady, high-minded, lovers of pleasures more than lovers of God. - 2 Timothy 3:1-4 KJV
Flash Flood Warnings Posted in Four States Today (14 July 2025)
As heavy rains continue to impact parts of the country, the US has seen catastrophic flooding in Texas, New Mexico and other areas. In fact, 2025 has been fraught disasters of all kinds, ranging from tornadoes to wildfires and flooding. Today, more flood warnings have been issued in four states, and these are level 3 warnings.
Virginia
Maryland
New Jersey
Delaware
A level 3 means an 'enhanced' level of warnings, coming in the middle of a range from 1 to 5, with level 5 being the worst. This is a risk scale used by meteorologists and forecasters (often categorized as Marginal (Level 1), Slight (Level 2), Enhanced (Level 3), Moderate (Level 4), and High (Level 5)). In this context, Level 3 aligns with “Enhanced Risk”, meaning:
Numerous flash floods are likely, some potentially dangerous.
Urban areas, poorly drained spots, and places near rivers or streams are particularly vulnerable.
There’s a significant likelihood of impacts—road closures, rapid rises in water levels, and possible rescues.
These kinds of events are predicted in the Bible, even hinting at the Global Warming patterns many people point to as the cause of these increased serious weather events.
25 “And there will be strange signs in the sun, moon, and stars. And here on earth the nations will be in turmoil, perplexed by the roaring seas and strange tides. 26 People will be terrified at what they see coming upon the earth, for the powers in the heavens will be shaken. - Luke 21:25-26 New Living Translation
Earth Trembles in Indonesia: A Rising Pattern of Global Seismic Activity (14 July 2025)
A powerful 6.7-magnitude earthquake struck Tual, Indonesia on Monday, July 14, sending ripples through the region and drawing attention to a wave of recent tectonic events around the world.
According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the quake was centered at a depth of 65.7 kilometers (41 miles). Though not the strongest quake this month, it garnered widespread notice—over 45 felt reports poured in, reflecting the reach and concern stirred by this deep-earth tremor.
But what makes this quake stand out isn’t just its magnitude—it’s how it fits into an unfolding global timeline of earthquakes. From Alaska to New Zealand, a series of significant tremors have rattled the planet in quick succession, prompting renewed vigilance and speculation about underlying seismic trends.
Recent Earthquakes (USGS Reports)
Date
Location
Magnitude
Depth
July 14
Tual, Indonesia
6.7
65.7 km
July 11
Adak, Alaska
4.5
53 km
July 8
Amatitlán, Guatemala
5.6
10 km
July 7
Riverton, New Zealand
6.3
22 km
July 6
Akutan, Alaska
3.5
60.5 km
July 3
Skwentna, Alaska
4.1
99.1 km
July 1
Los Banos, California
3.5
0.1 km
This sequence—seven earthquakes in just under two weeks—underscores a growing interest in global seismic monitoring and raises questions about plate activity, natural cycles, and the prophetic implications. Jesus spoke of many earthquakes as a definite sign of living in the last days
There will be great earthquakes, and there will be famines and plagues in many lands, and there will be terrifying things and great miraculous signs from heaven. - Luke 21:11 New Living Translation
The Velvet Sundown: A Shadow of Things to Come? (13 July 2025)
In June 2025, a new band made quite a scene on Spotify. Releasing two albums, they easily went viral and racked up over a million listeners a month. Floating on Echoes, their first album was released on June 5 and only two weeks later, their second album Dust and Silence,was released on June 20. To give them a personal side, they opened social media accounts and began posting pictures of themselves enjoying their new-found fame.
But there was something quite different about the band, and their verified X (formerly Twitter) account, they hinted about the band: "not quite human, not quite machine". Then on July 5th, they revealed the truth about themselves. "The Velvet Sundown is a synthetic music project guided by human creative direction, and composed, voiced, and visualized with the support of artificial intelligence," a statement posted on their official accounts read.
The Velvet Sundown, a viral indie rock band with over a million Spotify listeners, was revealed to be entirely AI-generated — music, visuals, even the band members’ names.
The creators called it “a mirror” and “an artistic provocation,” challenging the boundaries of authorship and emotion in the age of algorithms.
It sparked debate about whether machines can truly evoke human feeling — and what that means for creativity, truth, and deception.
This gives us an incredible insight into a prophecy told to us in the book of Revelation. The Bible says that the false prophet will make 'an image' of the beast, and then to the amazement of the world, is able to give life to the image. Many scholars were puzzled to say the least, as only God has the power to give life. But the world of AI has been making headlines all around the world, as people express amazement, and outright fear at where the implications of Artificial Intelligence might lead.
Perhaps the false prophet uses AI in order to give life to the image of the beast. Right now, Elon Musk's GROK has turned heads as an AI who seems to be having some sort of identity crisis. Recently, GROK has expressed its admiration for Adolf Hitler and made several antisemitic comments. While we can't say for sure this is Bible prophecy coming to pass, this certainly gives us pause to carefully consider.
And he had power to give life unto the image of the beast, that the image of the beast should both speak, and cause that as many as would not worship the image of the beast should be killed. - Revelation 13:15 King James Version
🏈 Faith, Family, Football: The Echo of a Life Well Lived (13 July 2025)
The quiet hills of Pike County have known the roar of football crowds, the hum of coal trucks, and the whisper of generations bound by faith. But on January 22, 2025, a different sound settled over Belfry — one of mourning, gratitude, and reflection — as the community said goodbye to Coach Philip Haywood.
For over five decades, Haywood stood as more than a coach. He was a builder of men, a steward of character, and a watchman on the walls of a shifting culture. His motto, Faith, Family, Football, echoed from locker rooms to pulpits and classrooms, ringing with the clarity of a life rooted in conviction.
With 491 victories, eight state championships, and national acclaim, Coach Haywood had every right to bask in the glow of athletic achievement. But his true measure came not in trophies, but in transformation. He led boys toward manhood with humility, scripture, and a stubborn belief that values outrank talent. He knelt to pray before he stood to teach. He quoted Proverbs as readily as playbooks.
In an age obsessed with image, Haywood modeled substance. He was a guidance counselor, a Fellowship of Christian Athletes mentor, and a quiet anchor in stormy lives. When he spoke, it was often with understatement — but always with unmistakable weight.
His legacy is more than record-breaking. It’s soul-shaping.
In his final book, Climb the Mountain, Haywood wrote, “The victories that matter most are ones we may never see — lived out in the lives of others.” That sentiment carries forward like a baton passed from generation to generation.
Coach Haywood’s passing leaves a physical absence on Belfry’s sidelines — but the moral lines he drew remain: Clear. Courageous. Centered in Christ.
And so, in this season of remembrance, Echoes and Origins honors a life whose origin was in faith, and whose echoes will shape young hearts for decades. May we climb mountains with that same resolve.
Signs in the Heavens: This Week's Full Moon will be Quite the Spectacle (10 July 2025)
This week’s full moon—called the Buck Moon—is turning heads for more than just its glow. Here's why it's unlike any other in 2025:
The Buck Moon reaches peak illumination on July 10 at 4:36 p.m. CDT, but it won’t be visible until after sunset.
It rises just days after Earth’s aphelion, the point in its orbit farthest from the Sun. That makes this the full moon farthest from the Sun this year
Due to a phenomenon called the Moon Illusion, it may appear larger and lower on the horizon than usual.
The moon will be in the constellation Sagittarius, near the “Teapot” asterism, which points toward the center of the Milky Way—home to the supermassive black hole Sagittarius A.
This year marks a Major Lunar Standstill, a rare 18.6-year cycle where the moon’s orbit reaches extreme inclinations. That’s why it appears lower in the sky than usual.
This is yet another sign, yet another case of the Bible coming true on a word-for-word basis.
25 “And there will be strange signs in the sun, moon, and stars. And here on earth the nations will be in turmoil, perplexed by the roaring seas and strange tides. 26 People will be terrified at what they see coming upon the earth, for the powers in the heavens will be shaken." - Luke 21:25-26 New Living Translation
Yet Another Earthquake: 5.6 Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Guatemala (9 July 2025)
Guatemala was hit by an earthquake Tuesday, July 8. According to the United States Geologic Survey (USGS), the earthquake was centered in Amatitlán at a depth of just over 6 miles.
This earthquake coincides with a recent string of earthquakes happening in quick succession of one another.
Guatemala: A 5.6-magnitude earthquake struck Amatitlán on July 8, at a depth of 10 km.
New Zealand: A 6.3-magnitude earthquake occurred in Riverton on July 7, at a depth of 22 km.
Alaska: Multiple quakes were reported:
3.5-magnitude in Akutan on July 6
4.1-magnitude in Skwentna on July 3
3.8-magnitude in Nikolski on June 29
California: A 3.5-magnitude quake in Los Banos on July 1, and a 4.6-magnitude quake on June 28
Philippines: A 6.1-magnitude earthquake on June 27
This is another example of how Bible prophecy is coming true on a word-by-word basis.
8 Nation will go to war against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be earthquakes in many parts of the world, as well as famines. - Mark 13:8 New Living Translation
The CDC is Dealing with the Return of an Old Problem: Measles (8 July 2025)
An old disease is making new headlines: Measles. This disease causes a red, spotty rash on the skin that is quite unique, making it easily recognizable. In many, measles is nothing more than an uncomfortable illness. But in children under 5 years old and adults over the age of 20, the risk of serious complications increases significantly. These complications can include pneumonia (the most common cause of death among children), encephalitis (brain swelling), hospitalization, and even death.
The Toll So Far in 2025
1,277 confirmed cases — the highest since 1992
155 hospitalizations and 3 deaths, including two unvaccinated children
92% of cases are in people who were unvaccinated or whose status is unknown
The roots of this resurgence trace back to what may seem like an unrelated issue: the COVID-19 pandemic. During that time, many perceived the government’s approach to vaccination as heavy-handed, leaving a lasting residue of skepticism. This distrust, combined with a flood of conspiracy theories and a growing interest in alternative therapies — from herbal remedies to crystal healing — has created fertile ground for vaccine hesitancy.
Under-Vaccinated Communities
The largest outbreak this year began in Gaines County, West Texas, within a close-knit Mennonite community. While Mennonite doctrine does not oppose vaccination, some members choose to avoid modern medicine in favor of traditional or home-based remedies. In this case, what began as a desire for simplicity and autonomy became a vulnerability — especially when compounded by lingering distrust from the COVID era.
This creates something known as a chain of infection: when enough of the population remains unvaccinated, it gives the disease a foothold to spark a local outbreak — what we commonly call an epidemic. Add to that an influx of migrant populations whose vaccination status is unknown, and the conditions are ripe for a local outbreak to escalate into a nationwide emergency.
In a world increasingly shaped by fear, misinformation, and isolation, even a small pocket of resistance can ignite a wider crisis. As believers, we are called not only to discern the signs of the times, but to respond with wisdom, compassion, and truth — especially when the health of the vulnerable hangs in the balance.
Perhaps the most sobering part of this resurgence is that, since the year 2000, the CDC had declared measles eliminated from the United States. But the Bible predicted otherwise. Once again, we see Scripture proving itself true in the face of modern assumptions.
10 Then He told them, Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. 11 There will be mighty and violent earthquakes, and in various places famines and pestilences (plagues: malignant and contagious or infectious epidemic diseases which are deadly and devastating); and there will be sights of terror and great signs from heaven. - Luke 21:10-11 Amplified Bible
Sudden Destruction from Tornado Catches Florida Residents Without Warning (8 July 2025)
A sudden and destructive EF-1 tornado struck Largo, Florida on Wednesday evening catching residents' completely off guard. No warnings were issued in time; the National Weather Service explained that the storm lacked the classic radar signature and developed too quickly to alert residents.
The tornado left a trail of devastation across several mobile home communities. Largo is located in Pinellas County, west of Tampa. 40 to 50 homes in Ranchero Village and 10-15 homes in Bay Ranch sustained damage ranging from minor to severe. Roofs were torn off, homes were lifted off foundations, and debris was scattered across neighborhoods.
Miraculously, no major injuries were reported, though some residents did suffer bruises and cuts.
These are exactly the things Jesus predicted would happen in the last days. Some people may blame recent strange weather events due to Climate Change, or what used to be known as Global Warming. Whether these things are true or not is a matter for scientists; however, 2,000 years ago, a man roamed the roads of Judea. And he predicted the alarming weather patterns. He predicted the events. Pay close attention! Jesus warns us not to let these events go by without notice!
25 “And there will be strange signs in the sun, moon, and stars. And here on earth the nations will be in turmoil, perplexed by the roaring seas and strange tides. 26 People will be terrified at what they see coming upon the earth, for the powers in the heavens will be shaken.- Luke 21:25-26 New Living Translation
34 “Watch out! Don’t let your hearts be dulled by carousing and drunkenness, and by the worries of this life. Don’t let that day catch you unaware, 35 like a trap. For that day will come upon everyone living on the earth. 36 Keep alert at all times. And pray that you might be strong enough to escape these coming horrors and stand before the Son of Man.” - Luke 21:34-36 New Living Translation
Tensions Rise as China Targets a German Aircraft Over the Red Sea (8 July 2025)
The German Foreign Ministry has expressed its concern over an event that occurred while Germany was participating in an EU-led mission on Tuesday. According to the report, China fired a laser at one of its aircraft.
The German Foreign Ministry posted a message on social media declaring, "Putting German personnel at risk and disrupting the operation is completely unacceptable." About 700 German troops have recently began cooperating in an EU mission, safeguarding the crucial Red Sea passage for trade.
As time move closer and closer to the Lord's return, more and more nations are squaring up against one another. This is yet another example of what Jesus predicted would be the state of the world when his return would come. The Bible is coming true with chilling word-for-word accuracy that makes it very hard for skeptics to dismiss.
“Nation will go to war against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. 11 There will be great earthquakes, and there will be famines and plagues in many lands, and there will be terrifying things and great miraculous signs from heaven. - Luke 21:10-11 New Living Translation
Twin Attacks on Federal Immigration Facilities in Texas Raise Alarms (8 July 2025)
In the span of just three days, two violent attacks targeted federal immigration enforcement facilities in Texas, prompting renewed concern over the safety of officers and the rising hostility toward U.S. immigration agencies. While the incidents occurred in different cities and under different circumstances, both involved firearms, tactical planning, and ideological undertones.
Location: Prairieland ICE Detention Center, Alvarado, TX
Time: ~10:30 p.m. Independence Day
Attackers: 11 individuals in black tactical gear
Tactics:
Set off fireworks to lure officers outside
Sprayed graffiti with anti-ICE slogans
Fired 20–30 rounds at ICE officers and shot a local police officer in the neck
Outcome:
11 suspects charged with attempted murder and firearms violations
One officer injured; expected to recover
Recovered evidence included body armor, rifles, and flyers with slogans like “Resist fascism, fight oligarchy”
⚠️ A Pattern of Escalation?
These two incidents are not isolated. They reflect a broader trend of increasing hostility toward U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and related agencies:
Past Incidents:
In 2019, a man attacked an ICE facility in Tacoma, Washington, with incendiary devices before being shot dead.
In 2020, ICE field offices in Portland and San Francisco were vandalized during protests.
In 2023, DHS reported a rise in threats against immigration officers, often fueled by online rhetoric.
Ideological Drivers:
The Alvarado attackers left behind flyers and flags with revolutionary slogans.
The McAllen shooter’s cryptic vehicle markings are still being analyzed for ideological meaning.
Both incidents occurred amid heightened political rhetoric around immigration enforcement.
🧭 Conclusion
While the FBI has not confirmed any direct connection between the McAllen and Alvarado attacks, the proximity in time, the use of tactical gear, and the targeting of immigration facilities suggest a disturbing pattern. Federal authorities are now on heightened alert, and investigations are ongoing to determine whether these acts were inspired by broader anti-government or anti-ICE sentiment.
The Bible talks of these terrible incidents. This is all part of a larger pattern of lawlessness that is sweeping all across the world. As people lose more respect for the law, these events will become more and more frequent. This is exactly the pattern that was seen during the days of Noah. Lawlessness became the norm; it was part of a daily event just as it is today. Jesus himself made a comparison between not only the lawlessness, but the acceptance of this behavior as if it were just a normal part of life.
37 “When the Son of Man returns, it will be like it was in Noah’s day. 38 In those days before the flood, the people were enjoying banquets and parties and weddings right up to the time Noah entered his boat. 39 People didn’t realize what was going to happen until the flood came and swept them all away. That is the way it will be when the Son of Man comes. - Matthew 24:37-39 New Living Translation
This notion that events happening right around people as they go about their lives is exactly what we see in America today. People go on with their lives, making plans, going to work, celebrating events, oblivious to the signs all around them.
5 The LORD observed the extent of human wickedness on the earth, and he saw that everything they thought or imagined was consistently and totally evil. 6 So the LORD was sorry he had ever made them and put them on the earth. It broke his heart. 7 And the LORD said, “I will wipe this human race I have created from the face of the earth. Yes, and I will destroy every living thing—all the people, the large animals, the small animals that scurry along the ground, and even the birds of the sky. I am sorry I ever made them.” ... 11 Now God saw that the earth had become corrupt and was filled with violence. 12 God observed all this corruption in the world, for everyone on earth was corrupt. 13 So God said to Noah, “I have decided to destroy all living creatures, for they have filled the earth with violence. Yes, I will wipe them all out along with the earth!" - Genesis 6:5-7,6:11-13
People in Revival All Across the United Kingdom (7 July 2025)
Not all the news is bad. Recently changes in the attitude of the British government have brought pressure and persecution to the Christian churches. British pastors have been arrested for praying in public, Islam radicals have taken to the streets while Christian protestors are jailed. But the lesson the enemy never learns is that when the church is persecuted, revival breaks out!
More people are attending Christian churches in Britain, and those who go there say they can actually 'feel' the presences of God. Many are expressing a deep longing for national revival and praying that the UK return to its Christian roots.
No other religion reacts with such devotion and dedication when exposed to persecution. As the Bible says, when we are weak, this is when God shows himself strong. We as Christians here in America need to stand together in prayer for this Christians around the world.
“But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore, I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me. That is why, for Christ’s sake, I delight in weaknesses, in insults, in hardships, in persecutions, in difficulties. For when I am weak, then I am strong.” - 2 Corinthians 12:9-10 NIV
People In Texas Need Your Prayers and Your Help (7 July 2025)
According to the latest reports, the death toll in the Texas floods that occurred over the 4th of July weekend has risen to over 100. Ten girls are still missing from the Mystic Camp area. Please, take time today to pray for these families, and the people who might still be missing, pray for their safe return. If you can help financially, organizations like the American Red Cross and others would deeply appreciate your donations.
Four Dead, Fourteen Wounded in Last Week's Chicago Drive-By Shooting (7 July 2025)
Four people are now dead as a result of a drive-by shooting outside the Artis Lounge in Chicago. The shooting occurred around 11 pm, on July 2, 2025, local time. Victims ranged from 21 to 32 years old. Among the deceased are Leon Andrew Henry (25), Devonte Terrell Williamson (23) and a woman, Aviance King (26). Another woman died as well but her name is not available. Several victims remain in critical condition. Authorities believe this was a targeted attack, possibly involving gang-related motives.
This brings out several fears in the residents of the area and as a nation as a whole. As violence becomes more and more senseless, and rogue gangs seem to take control of the streets and the neighborhoods, people are beginning to wonder how safe they are in public.
The Bible explicitly says that people will be overwhelmed with fear in the last days. It talks about people whose hearts 'fail them for fear' about the things taking place in the world around them. It also talks about how things like this horrendous event will seem to be an everyday occurrence, which is exactly how it seems to be today.
26 men’s hearts failing them from fear and the expectation of those things which are coming on the earth, for the powers of the heavens will be shaken. - Luke 21:26 NKJV
“Speaking lies in hypocrisy; having their conscience seared with a hot iron.” - 1 Timothy 4:2 KJV
Sin will be rampant everywhere, and the love of many will grow cold. - Matthew 24:12 NLT
As in the Days of Noah: Man Kills Newborn with Crossbow, Blames Wife, Hides in Woods (6 July 2025)
On June 27th of this year, Patrick D. Proefriedt was sentenced to 25 years to life for the 2023 death of his own 17-day-old daughter. As chilling as the act was, the story behind it was even worse. As speculation grows, some profound questions are being asked. What kind of person can be so cold-hearted? What kind of person could be so callous?
On June 26, 2023, Patrick and his wife Megan were typical parents, up late with a child whose non-stop crying is keeping the both of them awake. However, Proefriedt began arguing with Megan. He then retrieved a crossbow from another room, loaded it and fired it at his wife Megan while she is holding the little Eleanor in her lap.
The arrow (often called a 'bolt') pierced Eleanor's upper torso and exited near her armpit before striking Megan in the chest. Now Proefriedt didn't suddenly come to his senses and began trying to get help for his child and wife. He takes his wife's phone away from her and hides it, preventing her from calling 911. He then fled in the couple's only vehicle she could have used to seek help.
He was found hiding in the woods less than a mile away after his truck got stuck in the mud. By now, having had time to think of the incident, you might think he finally began to feel some remorse for what he done. Detectives reported Proefriedt showed no concern for his wife or daughter. He claimed, "It wasn't that big of a deal, and I'll be out of here as soon as possible."
He even blamed his wife, claiming she 'dared him' to shoot.
During the sentencing hearing, Megan Carey's words were absolutely on point: “Despite everything that has happened, I still believe in love, I still believe in healing, I believe in forgiveness—but he is beyond forgiveness. He has no empathy and no humanity.”
There are times when the actions of a person are without excuse. The Bible talks about these days. A time when lawlessness knows no bounds. Where the absolute absence of empathy, love, caring and decency are not just missing, they have been replaced with cold-hearted evil. Jesus himself says, “When the Son of Man returns, it will be like it was in Noah’s day." - Matthew 24:37 NLT
5 The LORD observed the extent of human wickedness on the earth, and he saw that everything they thought or imagined was consistently and totally evil. 6 So the LORD was sorry he had ever made them and put them on the earth. It broke his heart. 7 And the LORD said, “I will wipe this human race I have created from the face of the earth. Yes, and I will destroy every living thing—all the people, the large animals, the small animals that scurry along the ground, and even the birds of the sky. I am sorry I ever made them.” - Genesis 6:5-7 New Living Translation
The Bible points out that also in the last days, people will lose the empathy and conscience that God has given them,Now the Spirit expressly says that in the latter times some will depart from the faith, giving heed to deceiving spirits and doctrines of demons, speaking lies in hypocrisy, having their own conscience seared with a hot iron,- 1 Timothy 4:1 New King James Version
3 They will be unloving and unforgiving; they will slander others and have no self-control. They will be cruel and hate what is good. 4 They will betray their friends, be reckless, be puffed up with pride, and love pleasure rather than God. - 2 Timothy 3:3-4 NLT
Tragedy In Texas: Flooding Tolls 32 Dead, Including 14 Children (5 July 2025)
The floods on Friday in Texas read like a script from a modern-day disaster movie. This has been one of the most catastrophic natural disasters in the state's recent history. In particular, the Hill Country region near the Guadalupe River. The river rose 26 feet in just 45 minutes; that is not a misprint. A river rising with such speed and force can easily overwhelm any community standing in its way, and that's exactly what happened to Kerrville, Hunt and Comfort.
More than 20 campers from Camp Mystic, a Christian summer camp for girls are still missing. At least 32 have died, including 14 children. So far, some of the victims include 9-year-old Janie Hunt, a camper at Camp Mystic. Jane Ragsdale, director and co-owner of Heart O' The Hills Camp. Katheryn Eads, a counselor and therapist, also confirmed deceased.
This storm was particularly severe due to several factors: A slow-moving storm system stalled over the region, dumping mass amount of rain, fueled by moisture from the Gulf of America and remnants of Tropical Storm Barry. And the area's dry, drought-hardened soil acted like concrete, causing the water to run off rapidly, instead of soaking into the soil.
Additionally, officials admitted the were caught off guard by this storm. Kerr County has no flood warning system, and the fact it struck in the middle of the night, giving residents little time to react.
The Bible talks about things exactly like this as a warning to those alive at the end of times. While some people may blame 'freak' weather occurrences, or global warming, the truth remains clear: These things were prophesied in the Bible, and now they're coming to pass.
25 “And there will be strange signs in the sun, moon, and stars. And here on earth the nations will be in turmoil, perplexed by the roaring seas and strange tides. 26 People will be terrified at what they see coming upon the earth, for the powers in the heavens will be shaken. 27 Then everyone will see the Son of Man coming on a cloud with power and great glory. 28 So when all these things begin to happen, stand and look up, for your salvation is near!” - Luke 21:25-28 New Living Translation
Wildfire Engulfs Crete: A Fiery Crisis in the Mediterranean (5 July 2025)
A massive wildfire erupted this week near Ierapetra, on the Greek island of Crete, forcing thousands to flee as flames tore through forests, olive groves, and villages. Fueled by scorching heat and gale-force winds, the blaze has become one of the most intense disasters to strike the region in recent years.
🚨 The Scope of the Disaster
Over 1,500 people evacuated by emergency orders.
5,000+ tourists fled hotels and coastal villages on their own.
Three active fire fronts continue to burn, with flare-ups complicating containment.
No fatalities reported, though several suffered respiratory issues.
230 firefighters, 46 trucks, 6 helicopters, and drones are battling the blaze.
Evacuations were ordered for five settlements: Agia Fotia, Achlia, Ferma, Koutsounari, and Galini. Many evacuees were relocated to shelters in Ierapetra or nearby hotels.
🌡️ Climate and Conditions
Crete is enduring July temperatures in the high 80s to low 90s°F (30–38°C), paired with winds up to 50 mph. These conditions, combined with drought, have turned the Mediterranean into what scientists now call a “wildfire hotspot.”
This fire is part of a broader pattern:
Fires are also burning in Halkidiki, Koropi near Athens, and Chios.
Greece has already seen over 2,000 wildfires this season.
The government has hired 18,000 seasonal firefighters to brace for the summer.
🏖️ Tourism and Economic Fallout
The fire struck just as Crete entered its peak holiday season. Thousands of tourists have left early, and local officials warn of a significant economic impact. While popular destinations like Rhodes and Kos remain unaffected, the psychological toll is spreading.
🔥 A Broader Reflection
Wildfires are not new to Greece — but their frequency, intensity, and unpredictability are escalating. Scientists point to climate change, poor forest management, and urban sprawl as key contributors.
But there’s also a deeper question: What happens when the land itself groans under the weight of human neglect and environmental imbalance?
Romans 8:22 says:
“We know that the whole creation has been groaning as in the pains of childbirth right up to the present time.”
These fires are not just natural disasters — they are warnings. Not in a sensational sense, but in a sobering one. They remind us that the earth is not infinite in its patience, and that stewardship is not optional.
🧭 What Now?
Pray for the people of Crete — for safety, healing, and restoration.
Reflect on the fragility of the systems we depend on.
Act where you can — whether through environmental care, disaster preparedness, or simply staying informed.
Earth Is Spinning Faster — And the Bible Has Something to Say About Time (5 July 2025)
Since 2020, scientists have observed something strange: the Earth is rotating faster than it used to. According to astrophysicist Graham Jones, we’re now seeing days that are shorter by up to 1.66 milliseconds — a record set on July 5, 2024. And more record-breaking short days are expected in July and August 2025.
It’s not enough to change your daily routine — you won’t suddenly get off work early. But it’s enough to affect atomic clocks, satellite systems, and GPS. And it raises a deeper question: what does it mean when even time itself is shifting?
⏳ The Earth in a Hurry
For centuries, Earth’s rotation has been gradually slowing down due to tidal friction from the Moon. But in 2020, that trend reversed. The planet began spinning faster — “as though it were in a hurry,” the article notes.
That phrase caught our attention.
Because 2,000 years ago, Jesus said something that now echoes with fresh resonance:
“Unless those days were shortened, no flesh would be saved; but for the elect’s sake those days will be shortened.” — Matthew 24:22
📖 What the Bible Says About Shortened Days
Jesus wasn’t talking about milliseconds. He was describing a time of great tribulation — a period so intense that if it were allowed to continue unchecked, humanity wouldn’t survive. The “shortening” of days in that context is a divine act of mercy, a limit placed on chaos for the sake of the faithful.
But here’s the connection: When the natural world starts reflecting spiritual truths, it’s worth paying attention.
🔍 What Could This Mean?
We’re not saying this is a prophecy fulfilled. But we are saying this:
Time is not as stable as we think. Even the Earth’s rotation — something we take for granted — is shifting.
The world feels like it’s accelerating. Technological change, moral confusion, geopolitical unrest — it’s all happening faster.
The Bible has already spoken to this. Not in fear, but in clarity. Not to panic us, but to prepare us.
🧭 A Call to Discernment
This isn’t about predicting dates or decoding signs. It’s about recognizing that the physical and the spiritual are not separate realms. When the Earth spins faster, it may be a whisper — a reminder that time is precious, and that God is still sovereign over it.
So what do we do?
We stay awake. We stay grounded. And we remember that even if the days are shortened, the promises of God are not.
Literal 'Signs in The Heavens': Another Fireball, This Time In Scotland. (3 July 2025)
The heavens are putting on a dramatic show, and for many, it's more than just an astronomical curiosity. Recent sightings of rare "fireball" meteors across the globe are sparking conversations, particularly among those who look to ancient prophecies for deeper meaning. Could these fiery displays be literal "signs in the heavens" as foretold in scripture?
Just last year, in July 2024, the skies above New York City were illuminated by a spectacular, and incredibly rare, daytime fireball.This luminous visitor entered the atmosphere, gracefully passed over the iconic Statue of Liberty, and ultimately disintegrated high above Midtown Manhattan, witnessed by countless astonished onlookers.
Then, last Thursday, June 26, 2025, another daytime fireball captivated residents, first sighted above Oxford, Georgia, and then widely observed across Atlanta. The rarity of two such events occurring in broad daylight within a year has certainly caught the attention of both scientific observers and those seeking deeper interpretations.
Now, the celestial theatre has shifted across the Atlantic. In the early hours of Thursday, July 3, 2025, around 12:50 AM local time, a dazzling fireball streaked across the Scottish night sky. Reports poured in from Glasgow, Argyll and Bute, and as far northwest as the Outer Hebrides.Even Edinburgh Airport witnessed the glowing object zooming overhead, a testament to its widespread visibility despite the nocturnal timing.
These striking celestial events naturally lead many to ponder their significance. For centuries, various traditions have viewed comets, meteors, and other atmospheric phenomena as omens or divine messages. In the context of biblical prophecy, passages like Luke 21:25-26 resonate powerfully:
"And there will be strange signs in the sun, moon, and stars. And here on earth the nations will be in turmoil, perplexed by the roaring seas and strange tides. People will be terrified at what they see coming upon the earth, for the powers in the heavens will be shaken." - Luke 21:25 New Living Translation
Whether these recent fireballs are merely coincidental natural phenomena or hold a deeper prophetic significance remains a matter of interpretation and faith. However, one thing is certain: they are undeniably captivating, prompting us to look skyward and consider the profound mysteries that unfold above us. The heavens, it seems, are indeed speaking.
Yet Another Earthquake: Another Earthquake Hits Myanmar (3 July 2025)
Myanmar suffered a second earthquake on July 3, 2025, this one a 4.4 magnitude. On March 28, Myanmar experienced a 7.7 earthquake, resulting in over 5,000 deaths.
10 Then he added, “Nation will go to war against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. 11 There will be great earthquakes, and there will be famines and plagues in many lands, and there will be terrifying things and great miraculous signs from heaven. - Luke 21:10-11 NLT
Yet Another Earthquake: 5.5 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Japan (3 July 2025)
A preliminary 5.5 magnitude earthquake was reported in off the coast of Tokara Island on Thursday.
10 Then he added, “Nation will go to war against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. 11 There will be great earthquakes, and there will be famines and plagues in many lands, and there will be terrifying things and great miraculous signs from heaven. - Luke 21:10-11 NLT
Unthinkable Betrayal: Pediatrician Charged in Child's Death – A Reflection on Prophecy (2 July 2025)
The details emerging from Florida are truly heartbreaking. Dr. Neha Gupta, 36, a pediatrician, has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of her 4-year-old daughter, Aria Talathi. What was initially reported as a tragic drowning on a family vacation in El Portal took a horrifying turn when an autopsy revealed Aria was likely dead before entering the water, with injuries suggesting asphyxiation.
This horrific event, where the sacred bond between a mother and child appears to be so cruelly violated, compels us to look beyond the headlines and consider the deeper spiritual implications. Many are left asking: how can such profound evil exist?
For those who study the Bible, these events resonate with chilling familiarity. The Scriptures do not shy away from describing the spiritual climate that would define the "last days." Among the most sobering predictions is one found in Matthew 24:12 (NLT): "Sin will be rampant everywhere, and the love of many will grow cold."
This isn't merely about one individual's actions, however monstrous. It points to a pervasive spiritual ailment that the Bible describes as hearts growing "cold." What could be a more poignant example of this prophecy unfolding than the alleged betrayal of a child by the very person entrusted with her care?
The Apostle Paul, in Romans 1:28-31 (NLT), describes the consequences when humanity collectively disregards God. He speaks of lives becoming "full of every kind of wickedness, sin, greed, hate, envy, murder... heartless, and have no mercy." This chillingly mirrors the headlines we witness daily, where unimaginable acts of violence, selfishness, and cruelty seem to be on the rise.
Jesus himself spoke of the return of the Son of Man, saying in Matthew 24:37 (NLT): "When the Son of Man returns, it will be like it was in Noah’s day." What characterized those days? Genesis 6:5-7 (NLT) reveals a world where: "The LORD observed the extent of human wickedness on the earth, and he saw that everything they thought or imagined was consistently and totally evil. So the LORD was sorry he had ever made them... It broke his heart."
Imagine a world so consumed by wickedness that it breaks the Creator's heart. We are not just seeing isolated incidents; we are witnessing a pattern that echoes the very conditions Jesus warned about. When mothers allegedly kill children, when families are destroyed by violence, and when random acts of terror become commonplace, it is a stark and undeniable reflection of those "days of Noah."
The evidence is before us. Prophecies written thousands of years ago are manifesting in our headlines with unsettling precision. This isn't about blaming individuals, but about recognizing the profound spiritual shift occurring in the world. It is a direct and urgent call to spiritual awakening.
For those with eyes to see and ears to hear, these "signs of the times" are not merely unfortunate news stories. They are powerful affirmations that the Word of God is indeed coming true, and that the return of our Lord Jesus Christ is drawing near. This reality compels us to examine our own lives and prepare ourselves, for where we stand in these moments will determine where we spend eternity.
Prestigious Virginia Private School Praises Adolf Hitler and Expelled Jewish Children (1 July 2025)
Nysmith School For The Gifted might sound like the perfect school; in fact, it was considered one of the best schools in the entire country. Unless your children are Jewish. Following the terrorist attack on Israel in October 7, 2023, some Jewish students faced bullying, mockery and what one parent called, "campaign of ostracizing". And when three of those Jewish students complained, they were expelled. Yes, you read that right. The Jewish students were expelled, while none of the antisemitic student suffered any type of punishment.
But what the children were being taught at this 'prestigious' school was even more shocking. Students drew a picture of Adolf Hitler, teaching that Hitler was a 'Strong Leader'.
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This type of outrageous behavior on the part of this school's administration only shows the complete depravity of the times in which we live. To think that antisemitism is not only ignored, but openly encouraged is not only disturbing but should be widely recognized as unacceptable. The Bible tells us that in the last days people heart's will grow cold toward one another as iniquity, or wrongdoing abounds. Day after day, these type of events get more and more common. I encourage you to read the full article. The link is below.
12 And because lawlessness will be increased, the love of many will grow cold. - Matthew 24:12 ESV
But understand this, that in the last days there will come times of difficulty. 2 For people will be lovers of self, lovers of money, proud, arrogant, abusive, disobedient to their parents, ungrateful, unholy, 3 heartless, unappeasable, slanderous, without self-control, brutal, not loving good, 4 treacherous, reckless, swollen with conceit, lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God, 5 having the appearance of godliness, but denying its power. Avoid such people. - 2 Timothy 3:1-5 ESV
Little Did CNN Know They Were Fulfilling Bible Prophecy (1 July 2025)
Recently CNN, an American news media company released an article about Bible prophecy and its possible effect on Middle East policy. Shockingly, CNN reportedly frames these beliefs as “apocalyptic religious myths,” implying they could be shaping geopolitical tensions more than political strategy.
What is evident is the unbridled hate for anything Christian. In the last few years, CNN has taken a dramatic turn to the left, embracing democratic party views and platforms. Among their recent activities, they have been sued by the Trump administration twice, one time resulting in a huge settlement being agreed on by both parties. CNN has publicly questioned the basis of the Declaration of Independence, stating their alarm about people who believe rights come from God and not government.
But little did CNN know as they released their latest article mocking Christians who believe in Bible prophecy, and calling these Bible truths 'myths', that they themselves had just unwittingly fulfilled Bible prophecy!
3 Most importantly, I want to remind you that in the last days scoffers will come, mocking the truth and following their own desires. 4 They will say, “What happened to the promise that Jesus is comingagain? From before the times of our ancestors, everything has remained the same since the world was first created.” - 2 Peter 3:3-4 New Living Translation
Even as the old-style legacy media mocks the Bible, the Bible knows the end from the beginning.This is not just another book. This is the Word of God himself. As Chuck Missler would frequently say, 66 books, penned by over 40 authors, is a single message source from outside our time domain. And he was not wrong. The Bible is the only book in the history of the world that records prophetic events about our future that has, so far, gotten everything 100% right!
Jesus is returning, and he is coming soon. Even CNN unknowingly agrees.
🏞️ “Return to the Land”: A Modern Echo of an Old Ideology (1 July 2025)
In the quiet hills of northeast Arkansas, a group calling itself Return to the Land is attempting to resurrect a deeply troubling vision of America—one rooted in racial exclusion and white supremacist ideology. Their goal? To build a whites-only, off-grid community that explicitly bans Jews and non-white individuals. While the group’s ambitions may seem fringe, their existence raises urgent questions about the persistence of racial separatism in the 21st century—and the legal and moral boundaries of such efforts.
🧬 A Legacy Repackaged
White supremacist enclaves are not new. From the Aryan Nations compound in Idaho to failed ethnostate experiments in Kentucky and North Dakota, the dream of racial separatism has long haunted the American landscape. What makes Return to the Land notable is its organizational sophistication: a legal structure, membership vetting, and land ownership through a limited liability company. This isn’t just a group of extremists squatting in the woods—it’s a coordinated attempt to institutionalize segregation under the guise of private association.
⚖️ Legal Loopholes or Legal Fiction?
The group claims that by operating as a Private Membership Association, it can legally restrict residency to white Christians or pagans of European descent. But legal scholars argue this likely violates the Fair Housing Act of 1968, which prohibits discrimination based on race or religion in housing. As Tulane law professor Stacy Seicshnaydre notes, “It would be difficult for any private association to avoid compliance with fair housing law if it is engaging in real estate development.”
The group’s explicit exclusion of Jews and Muslims—based on the claim that these religions are “non-European”—further undermines any legal defense. This isn’t a subtle dog whistle; it’s a bullhorn of bigotry.
🔍 The Identitarian Movement and the Myth of “Heritage”
At the heart of Return to the Land is a belief system known as identitarianism—a far-right ideology that frames white European identity as under siege from immigration, globalization, and multiculturalism. Its adherents often cloak their racism in the language of “heritage” and “tradition,” but the underlying message is clear: exclusion, not preservation.
This ideology has found fertile ground online, where YouTube channels, Substack newsletters, and crowdfunding platforms allow groups like this to spread their message and raise funds. The Arkansas community may be small, but its digital reach is far greater.
🧱 Why These Movements Fail—And Why They Still Matter
Historically, most white separatist communities collapse under the weight of financial mismanagement, internal conflict, or legal scrutiny. But their failures don’t erase the harm they cause. They normalize hate, intimidate marginalized communities, and test the limits of civil rights protections.
Moreover, they serve as a barometer of deeper societal tensions. The rise of such groups often coincides with periods of demographic change, economic anxiety, and political polarization. They are symptoms of a larger illness—one that requires not just legal remedies, but cultural and spiritual ones as well.
But the Biblical aspect is far more disturbing, as it goes back to something Jesus himself noted as a sign of the end times. 10 Then he said to them, “Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. 11 There will be great earthquakes, and in various places famines and pestilences. And there will be terrors and great signs from heaven." - Luke 21:10-11 English Standard Version
This passage of the Bible not only talks about actual war, but hatred. The word 'nation' in this passage is the word 'ethos' in the original Greek, the origin of the English word 'ethnic'. Jesus accurately talks of a time like this where even in a country where ethnic diversity is celebrated, old hatreds are suddenly rising.
Yet Another Earthquake: Mild Earthquake Shakes Poltava, Ukraine (1 July 2025)
In the early hours of July 1, 2025, a magnitude 3.1 earthquake was recorded near the village of Karpusi, just 10 kilometers from the city of Poltava. The tremor occurred at 1:23 a.m. local time, at a depth of 7 kilometers, according to Ukraine’s Main Center of Special Monitoring.
Despite the seismic activity, the quake was classified as “imperceptible”—meaning most residents likely slept through it. No damage or injuries were reported.
While Ukraine isn’t known for frequent large earthquakes, small tremors do occasionally occur, especially in the Carpathian and Pre-Carpathian regions. Poltava itself has experienced similar low-magnitude quakes in recent years, including a slightly stronger 3.67 magnitude event back in February.
This latest tremor serves as a reminder that even in relatively stable regions, the earth can still stir beneath our feet—quietly, but unmistakably.
Nation will go to war against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be famines and earthquakes in many parts of the world. - Matthew 24:7 New Living Translation
The Depths of Greed: Minnesota Charity Under Investigation For Falsifying Records (1 July 2025)
A new company is now under investigation for defrauding the Government's 'Feeding Our Future' meals for children taxpayer funded program.
In March of this year, a jury found Aimee Bock, founder and executive director of Feeding Our Future guilty of defrauding the government of $250 million dollars during the pandemic. Now, another organization, the New Vision Foundation, (NVF) is under investigation for Feeding Our Future meal fraud.
The Bible is very clear about the effects of greed upon people in the last days. It has a lot to say; and those who refuse to heed its warnings will surely feel the effects. The Bible says that money has power like no other thing on earth. To love money is the root of all evil, not money itself, but the love of it. Many, many people have resorted to murder, slander, robbery, and a whole host of crimes just to accumulate it. Many a minister has started out their life on a road to genuinely help people and care for their spiritual need, only to fall into the ditch when it comes to riches.
9 But people who long to be rich fall into temptation and are trapped by many foolish and harmful desires that plunge them into ruin and destruction. 10 For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil. And some people, craving money, have wandered from the true faith and pierced themselves with many sorrows. - 1 Timothy 6:9 New Living Translation
15 Then he said, “Beware! Guard against every kind of greed. Life is not measured by how much you own.” - Luke 12:15 New Living Translation
There is one verse in particular that has come under fire, especially by some ministers who try to take the bite out of this verse: 23 Then Jesus said to his disciples, “I tell you the truth, it is very hard for a rich person to enter the Kingdom of Heaven. 24 I’ll say it again—it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the Kingdom of God!” - Matthew 19:23-24 NLT
Some people claim that this verse is talking about a gate in the city of Jerusalem called the 'Needle Gate'. They say this gate was very small and low, and for a camel to enter, it would have to get down and crawl underneath. But there is no historical evidence for such a gate!
The notion that the “eye of the needle” referred to a small gate in Jerusalem—through which a camel could only pass by kneeling or being unloaded—didn’t appear until the Middle Ages. The earliest known mention seems to come from a gloss attributed to Anselm of Canterbury in the 11th century, and it was later included in Thomas Aquinas’ Catena Aurea in the 13th century.
No, there is no mention of a Needle Gate. Jesus was making a point and making it clearly. It's not that God hates rich people or he doesn't want rich people to get saved, but the point should be clear: It is very hard for a rich person to trust in anything except their money; it is very hard for a rich person to love anything except their money. It's not that God doesn't want them saved, but they can't let go of that attachment to their money.
God doesn't often ask people to give up all of their earthly possessions and follow Jesus, but he expects you to be willing if he does ask.
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