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American Christians Said Little To Nothing For Decades While The Enemies Of Israel Took Aim – By Mike Spaulding - https://harbingersdaily.com/if-we-do-not-stand-for-the-jews-today-who-will-stand-when-they-come-for-us-tomorrow/
Poetry often succinctly captures a moment of time, sometimes an era. The words of a poet can move the heart in ways other literature cannot. Great poets are remembered, and their writing spoken of and written about for years, decades, and centuries afterward. Sometimes poetry is a commentary on culture, pointing out deficiencies and moral failures. Are we at that place where moral failures are dismissed, and the courage of our convictions have withered before the heat of adversity? Philosopher George Santayana famously said, “Those who cannot remember the past are doomed to repeat it.” It is nearly universally understood today that Santayana’s statement was meant to be a warning to all freedom loving people that we must never allow the moral failures and outrageous behaviors of treasonous, treacherous, evil people to be repeated in our time. Since we lived through atrocities of the past, it is our duty to not allow the same atrocities to overtake us again. Yet that is exactly where we find ourselves today. Let me explain. Martin Niemoller was an influential German pastor during the rise and reign of Adolph Hitler. When Hitler’s National Socialist Party, the Nazis, wrested power from the German government by hook and crook, Niemoller was an enthusiastic supporter. Hitler had promised Niemoller that he had no interest in the church and promised that his party would allow the church to tend to the spiritual needs of the people without interference. This was a monumental lie. Hitler aggressively pursued control of all aspects of German life, including the church. Niemoller’s awakening from his slumber evinced a heavy toll on his heart and mind. He realized too late that he had fallen victim to the siren song of propaganda and had failed his Lord and the German people. In his desire to participate in the tsunami of popular support for the Nazis and the national pride they seemed to engender, Niemoller lost sight of the Bible and what it says concerning Israel. What did he do? He repented of his naivety and began to preach the truth concerning the Nazis, encouraging his fellow Germans to stand against the warmongering and wicked barbarity that was even then manifesting itself toward the Jewish people. This courage landed Niemoller in Hitler’s concentration camps, where he would spend eight years. In an act of public confession and repentance, Niemoller authored a poem still quoted to this day. Here is what he wrote. First, they came for the Communists And I did not speak out Because I was not a Communist Then they came for the Socialists And I did not speak out Because I was not a Socialist Then they came for the trade unionists And I did not speak out Because I was not a trade unionist Then they came for the Jews And I did not speak out Because I was not a Jew Then they came for me And there was no one left To speak out for me Niemoller ended his poem by referencing the Jewish people. He realized too late that the Nazis followed a well-thought-out plan whereby the Jewish people were always the target. Having defined opponents for years as enemies of the state, there was no resolve left among the German people to support and defend the Jewish people. We have arrived once again at a place in history concerning the Jewish people that if it is to be reversed, there must be mass confession and repentance among Christians in America. I had brief hope for this nationwide confession and repentance days after October 7, 2023. There appeared to be near global shock and outrage at the hellish murder, rape, and kidnapping of innocent people by the demonically charged terrorist organization Hamas and their Iranian masters. Alas, that did not translate into mass confession and repentance. Instead, the same mechanisms that have fueled anti-American hatred and violence within our national borders as well as overseas began their unchecked money flow to their agents. These agents used that money to influence ignorant people to engage in college campus protests. We have all seen the idiocy on full display. As this unfolded, I understood clearly that a national confession and repentance concerning Israel was not to be. Those in control of America would not let that happen. Following is a list of reasons why this national confession will never happen. American Christians have said little to nothing for decades while the enemies of Israel, the terrorist proxies of Iran, have bombed, murdered, kidnapped, and raped Jews at their discretion. October 7, 2023, horrendous as it was, is just a microcosm of a greater evil against Israel that has been sustained for decades while American Christians simply went about their daily lives none the wiser. American Christians have said little to nothing for decades while Muslim countries neighboring Israel have taught their children from the youngest age to hate Jews, to take up arms against the Jewish people, and to die a martyr’s death to inflict pain on any Jew for any reason, or no reason at all beyond their belief that it pleases “Allah.” American Christians have said little to nothing while our politicians have groveled at the trough of Muslim money. The price for the Islamic largess? Betrayal of Israel. It is no secret that the US Department of State is a hotbed of Arab Muslim sycophants. The treacherous tenacles of Islam are deeply embedded in American government. American Christians have said little to nothing about the millions of dollars in Islamic money donated to American universities to fund Palestinian hate groups to foment violence against Jewish Americans. American Christians have said little to nothing about the horrendous illegal invasion occurring at our southern border with Mexico. It is a known fact that most of those invading America are military aged men of Middle Eastern descent with known ties to Islamic terror groups. American Christians have said little to nothing about Joe Biden and his administration openly working to foment civil war in Israel and to unseat a freely elected Benjamin Netanyahu from his office so that this American government can install their puppet to concede defeat to the Islamic terrorists. Destroying sovereign foreign nations has been an American strategy for decades while American Christianity slept. The seeds of America’s destruction have been sown in heaps for decades. Communists, Socialists, and Marxists are all out in the open. Evil forces have operated in the open, none so blatantly since 2020. Antifa and Black Lives Matter, two virulently anti-American domestic terrorist organizations, have been given billions of dollars by American corporations to continue their anarchy and subversion, while Conservative, Bible-believing Christians have been made the target of lawfare by our highest law enforcement agencies in the land. We are witnessing Niemoller’s poem in the inverse today. For Niemoller, the Jews were last, and there was no one to stand for them and with them. Hitler prioritized his genocidal strategies to eliminate the Communists, Socialists, and their boots on the ground, trade unionists first. Then he came for the Jews. Americans today are willing to throw Israel to the Islamic Jihadi terrorists in the hope that they will escape unscathed while allowing a Communist take over of our nation. How utterly and ridiculously ignorant this is. Terrorism is the path to tyranny, absolute state control, and inestimable human suffering. Hitler proved it. The ayatollahs are proving it. Remaining silent in the face of such an onslaught of evil is reprehensible. If these wicked people have their way Israel will fall. Fortunately, there are a few American Christians who see clearly what is transpiring and they are beginning to stand. Brothers and sisters in Christ, we must stand now. All of creation is the Lord’s. There is no subject, issue, or ideology that is not under the purview of God. He has spoken to all things through His Word, and by His Spirit. The enemies of God will not stop at Israel, and that includes American enemies and even some Americans who claim Christ. The United Kingdom is within the Islamic grasp. America could be in the grip of foreign control soon. Some say it already is. If we do not stand up for the Jews today, who will there be to stand when they come for us? 7 false gods in the present age - By Mark Creech - https://www.christianpost.com/voices/seven-false-gods-in-the-present-age.html The study of the fall of civilizations is believed to be a complex phenomenon considered by sociologists, historians, archaeologists, and other academics using a variety of theories and methodologies. These academics study economic, political, social, environmental, external, cyclical, and technological dynamics. By examining these various factors, scholars aim to understand the multifaceted processes that lead to the fall of civilizations. However, the Bible gives a much simpler answer for the reason cultures fail and end up on the ash heap of history. Understanding the fall of civilizations In his book, Idols of Destruction, Dr. Herbert Schlossberg contends: “In place of these analogies [by academics] the biblical explanation of the end of societies uses the concept of judgment. It depicts them [civilizations] as either having submitted themselves to God or else having rebelled against him … [T]he Old Testament portrays Israel as having become an evil nation, fully deserving the judgment God meted to it. Its rebellion against God was accompanied by a turning to idols, and this idolatry brought the nation to its end. “With silver and gold,” said the prophet Hosea, “they made idols for their own destruction” (Hosea 8:4). “Idolatry in its larger meaning is properly understood as any substitution of what is created for the Creator. People may worship nature, money, mankind, power, history, or social and political systems instead of the God who created them all. The New Testament writers, in particular, recognized that the relationship need not be explicitly one of cultic worship; a man can place anyone or anything at the top of his pyramid of values, and that is ultimately what he serves. The ultimacy of that service profoundly affects the way he lives. When the society around him also turns away from God to idols, it is an idolatrous society and therefore is heading for destruction.” [1] A biblical perspective on societal decline The first commandment in God’s Big Ten is, “You shall have no other gods before me” (Exodus 20:3). This commandment does not acknowledge the existence of other gods as real entities. Instead, it emphasizes the exclusive worship and devotion to the one true God. Nothing must ever come before him or be first in one’s heart or life. The Lord is to be loved supremely because he is Supreme and worthy of being supremely adored and obeyed. John Calvin, the 16th-century theologian, and reformer, has said, “Man’s mind is like a store of idolatry and superstition; so much so that if a man believes his own mind, it is certain that he will forsake God and forge some idol in his own brain.” [3] This insightful observation rings especially true today. The Western world, long shaped by the precepts of Christianity, now finds itself in what many describe as a post-Christian era. This shift is evident in society’s increasing turn to modern idols, placing faith in various temporal and unreliable constructs rather than in the eternal truths of God. As the foundational values of Christianity are set aside, the guiding light that once led the West through centuries of profound moral and cultural development dims with each passing day. This situation challenges us to reexamine the sources of our deepest convictions and the true nature of our ultimate allegiance. Idols of modern society Consider these seven pervasive idols in today’s society, which people often prioritize over spiritual values. While these are indeed significant, others might suggest different influential idolatrous forces, depending on their perspective. However, these seven seem the most prominent in Western cultures, and other potential idols mentioned would likely fall under one of these categories. Humanism Definition and beliefs: Humanism is an approach to life that focuses on human rationality, ethics, and justice, without reference to the divine. This worldview advocates for the preeminence of reason, scientific discovery, and a human-based morality. While most often humanism is secular, it may at times wed itself to religious beliefs, but the approach, nevertheless, is still man-centered, denying the Sovereignty and power of God. Impact on society: Progressive Christianity is a solid example of the integration of humanism with religion, more specifically, the Christian religion. Generally speaking, Progressive Christians see the Bible as simply a collection of historical and moral writings rather than the inerrant and infallible Word of the Almighty. They typically prioritize contemporary human experience and rational thought when interpreting the Scriptures, downplaying and reinterpreting aspects of the Bible that proclaim God’s dominion and miraculous ability. In contrast, a Biblical worldview stresses God’s authority and his incomparable capacity — nothing is impossible with God. It emphasizes the Bible as the unfailing standard for truth, against which all truth claims are to be measured. Although humanity is created in the image of God with inestimable value and dignity, mankind is fallen and broken on every level, spiritually dead in sin, and desperately in need of redemption through Christ. Human abilities are finite, while God’s are infinite. This perspective encourages individuals to reject relying on their own flawed reasoning, acknowledging that human intellect, no matter how high its quotient, is seriously defective because of sin, and therefore not the ultimate source for discerning truth. Instead, true human welfare and moral responsibility are rooted in a personal relationship with an omniscient God and adherence to his commandments, directed through prayer and the Scriptures. The Bible says, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take” (Proverbs 3:5-6). Destructive example: Perhaps the most destructive example of the humanist perspective is their advocacy for so-called reproductive rights through the practice of abortion. They base their arguments on principles of individual autonomy, bodily integrity, and gender equality, asserting that women should have the right to make decisions about their bodies without interference from the state or religious influences. Humanists emphasize the importance of abortion access for women’s health and socioeconomic stability, rejecting religious objections based on scriptural teachings. Instead, they believe moral decisions should be based entirely on reasoned considerations. This perspective, however, dismisses the sacred contentions that human life possesses intrinsic value from the moment of conception and disputes the assertion that God alone holds the keys to both life and death. Eve was the first humanist. She believed the secular argument, “You will be like God, knowing good and evil” (Genesis 3:5). In other words, she thought she could attain wisdom and carry out her life without God or true religion. Eve was the first to succumb to self-worship, and Adam quickly followed her in the same error. Every form of suffering known to mankind — physical, emotional, social, and spiritual — flowed from this initial act by Adam and Eve, who chose to trust in their own understanding rather than acknowledge God and his benevolent directives. Unfortunately, humanism is a monstrous and deadly idol of today. Schlossberg has written: “When once a man lavishes theological distinctions upon himself, he is less likely to suspect that there exists a standard of behavior more exacting than his own or that a righteous judge is observing his actions.” [2] Historicism Origins and development: Historicism is the belief that history has a discernible direction and that events unfold according to specific patterns and logic. Historicism evolved over several centuries, positing that historical events, cultures, and values are products of their time, shaped by distinct contexts and processes. Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel, who lived during the 18th and 19th centuries, profoundly influenced historicism with his philosophy of history. Hegel viewed history as a dialectical process, where the unfolding of the World Spirit (Geist) ultimately leads to the realization of human freedom. Historicism continues to intensely influence various ideologies and movements today. Marxism: Marxism is fundamentally rooted in historicism through its theory of historical materialism. Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels proposed that history progresses through stages driven by class struggle, leading ultimately to a classless society. This view sees economic and social developments as following a predictable and inevitable path based on material conditions and class relations. Although not a dominant ideology, Marxism continues to exert influence in the United States, particularly within academic, cultural, and political spheres. In universities, Marxist theory is prevalent in the humanities and social sciences curricula, where it informs critical approaches to literature, sociology, and cultural studies. Culturally, Marxist critiques of capitalism are reflected in various media, art, and literature. Politically, progressive movements and some left-leaning politicians today draw on Marxist ideas to advocate for economic justice, labor rights, and wealth redistribution. Debates about income inequality, labor rights, and economic policies are often framed within a Marxist critique of capitalist structures. Marxist thought remains a significant undercurrent in discussions about social and economic issues in the U.S. From a biblical worldview, however, Marxism’s focus on class struggle and economic conditions as the primary drivers of societal change reflects a historicist perspective that sees history progressing through unstoppable stages. This contrasts with the Bible’s teaching that human nature is inherently sinful and that true transformation comes only through spiritual renewal in Jesus Christ (Romans 3:23; 2 Corinthians 5:17), rather than through social or economic restructuring. While Marxism, influenced by historicism, advocates for the abolition of private property and collective ownership, the Bible upholds the legitimacy of private property and emphasizes responsible stewardship and generosity (Exodus 20:15; 1 Timothy 6:17-19). Additionally, Marxism envisions a state-controlled economic and social system to achieve equality, which is a historicist belief in the deterministic progression of society. In contrast, the Bible supports limited government that maintains order and justice, warns against excessive power, and advocates for personal responsibility and charity (Romans 13:1-7; Micah 6:8). Finally, whereas Marxism’s materialistic focus on economic conditions aligns with historicist views, the Bible prioritizes spiritual wealth over material possessions, teaching that the pursuit of material goods can lead people away from God (Matthew 6:19-21; 1 Timothy 6:10). LGBT rights movement: The LGBT rights movement can also be seen through a historicist lens. The legalization of same-sex marriage in many countries, increased recognition of transgender rights, and broader societal acceptance of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities are considered milestones in an inescapable historical progression toward inclusivity and human rights. In 2020, Netflix featured a documentary titled “Miss Americana.” In the film, superstar Taylor Swift discussed her decision to speak out on LGBT issues, despite concerns from her management team and her father about potential backlash and risks to her singing career. Swift passionately insisted on showing support for the LGBT movement, expressing her desire to be “on the right side of history.” When activists and supporters of LGBT rights use this oft-repeated phrase, they are drawing from the well of historicism, which suggests that history bends towards justice, equality, and greater freedom. This statement implies that supporting LGBT rights is part of this inevitable progress and that those who oppose these rights will be judged negatively by future generations, much like past opposition to civil rights or women’s suffrage. However, the Scriptures, despite contradictions by the false prophets (clergy) of Progressive Christianity, teach that God will judge unbridled sexual sin — sex outside the marriage of one man and one woman. Those who live sexually pure may suffer the perverted judgment of men, but ultimately, it is God who will judge the sexually immoral and reward the righteous. Environmental movement: Even the current environmental movement incorporates historicist thinking by framing the climate change crisis as part of a historical trajectory of industrialization and environmental degradation. The shift towards green energy and other eco-friendly practices is seen as a necessary response to something that history has predestined. Nevertheless, there is considerable evidence that many objectives of the environmental movement’s agenda may do more harm than good. Historicism is a wicked idol to which the masses bow down – an idol that discounts God’s providence in history. It is an affront to God’s control of the past, present, and future. As someone has said, “History is, His Story,” and this is most definitely the case. Nothing ever takes God by surprise. Each event in history is part and parcel of a divinely directed plan. So, whether it’s Marxism on the move, LGBT activism, or the environmental crusade, the Bible teaches that true equality, justice, and stewardship of the earth’s resources must align with God’s unchanging Word, not deceptive narratives of historical inevitability. If people really want to “get on the right side of history,” they should get on God’s side. Those things that do not align with God’s revelation will be judged by him, as will the people who practice them. God will have no rival over history. History belongs exclusively to Him. The Lord declares in the Scripture, “Remember the former things, those of long ago; I am God, and there is no other; I am God, and there is none like me. I make known the end from the beginning, from ancient times, and what is still to come” (Isaiah 46:9-10). Evolutionary science Prevalence and acceptance: Evolutionary science, which speaks to humanity’s origins, is highly prevalent and widely accepted nowadays. It is the very backbone of the biological sciences taught in universities and colleges worldwide. A tremendous amount of research funding is allocated to evolutionary studies, and numerous peer-reviewed journals regularly publish their conclusions in this field. Educational standards, such as the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) in the U.S., include evolution as a fundamental concept for K-12 education. Leading scientific organizations, including the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) and the National Academy of Sciences (NAS), endorse evolution as a crucial framework for understanding life on earth. The late Dr. John N. Moore, once a natural science educator at Michigan State University, wrote about how widely evolutionary thinking has been adopted: “Today, evolutionary thinking has been adopted without question in every major discipline of human knowledge. This condition is the reverse of the ‘intellectual climate’ when Charles Darwin was preparing for his famous voyage around the world on the H.M.S. Beagle, which began in 1831. At that time the predominant belief regarding origins was in favor of special creation. “The modern synthetic ‘theory’ of evolution (a modification of Neo-Darwinism, which in turn was a modification of Darwinism) has been unquestionably adopted in economics, psychology, education, theology, philosophy, American history, political science, literature, and science. The enormity of this ‘capture’ of the minds of such a wide range of intellectuals is seen as even more colossal when a candid inspection reveals the fact that mega evolution (amoeba to man) is without any observational foundation.” [4] Evolution’s impact: In the last chapter of his book, Questions and Answers on Creation/Evolution, Moore precedes to show how evolution has deeply impacted every major discipline of knowledge he mentioned. Moore goes on to explain why the question of origins is so important. He says: “Fundamentally, the issue involved in the creation-evolution controversy is a spiritual question. Is the individual in right relation with God the Creator – with Jesus Christ as Redeemer and Savior? For if Jesus Christ is not known personally as Lord, Master, and Creator of all things, then evolution, as amoeba to man, is the only basic substitute. “Science began as an intellectual pursuit as a result of those men like Kepler, Newton, Clerk-Maxwell, and others who believed in God, the Creator. “If humankind is not a special creation of God, then an animal origin is the only logical alternative. Nowhere does Scripture contain even a hint that God chose some anthropoid, some near man, and breathed the breath of life into it. With God all things are possible, and he breathed the breath of life into the dust of the earth. Naturalistically oriented atheists will not have God, so they must believe that humankind ‘evolved.” [5] In other words, Moore rightly contends that atheism logically follows from the findings and advocacy of evolutionary science. Theistic evolution? Some argue against this claim, pointing out that many people today identify as theistic evolutionists. Theistic evolutionists believe that God used evolutionary processes to bring the universe, the earth, and various life forms into existence. Several years ago, a reporter from Seed Magazine read an article I wrote about evolution and requested an interview. During the interview, she asked how a good Christian should respond if evolution were proven true, as many scientists insist it is. [6] I responded that it is impossible and will remain impossible to scientifically prove the theory of evolution, regardless of how many scientists claim otherwise. Scientists who assert that evolution has been scientifically proven are spreading false teachings. Evolution operates too slowly to be measured within a human timeframe. Observing the transmutation of one organism into a higher form would presumably take millions of years, making it beyond the realm of empirical science. Although there is evidence of small variations within species today, there is no way to conclusively prove that these changes can eventually lead to different and higher kinds. Furthermore, I told her that evolution poses an insurmountable difficulty for any Christian serious about their faith. Evolution is neither scientific by strict definition nor is it good theology. The God of the Bible is not a God of chance, confusion, random combinations, natural selection, and survival of the fittest—core doctrines of evolution. God is sovereign over all matters of His creation. Evolution, by definition, denies this sovereignty and repudiates the full scope of God’s work in Jesus Christ, from creation to consummation. Clergy and church leaders who fail to recognize this end up presenting a gospel of randomness and uncertainty. By embracing evolution as part of their faith, they inadvertently lead people away from a God of creative purpose to a god of chance. Evolution’s harms: Evolutionary science might be the most beloved god of modern times. It promises a better understanding of humanity but bitterly betrays its followers. By promoting a naturalistic worldview that excludes God, evolution contributes to moral relativism, which undermines humanity’s ability to experience genuine unity. Without belief in divine creation, even the sanctity of human life is weakened. If humans are merely products of random processes and natural selection, rather than beings uniquely created in the image of God with inherent dignity and purpose, then what becomes the basis of human worth and ethical standards? Is it simply one animal’s thinking over others? God help us if that is the case! Social concepts born out of evolutionary science have unquestionably been associated with harmful ideologies such as social Darwinism, which applies the concept of “survival of the fittest” to human societies, justifying eugenics, racism, and inequality. The Scripture says, “They traded the truth about God for a lie. So, they worshiped and served the things God created instead of the Creator himself, who is worthy of eternal praise! Amen” (Romans 1:25). What a cruel and heartless god is the god of evolutionary science. Resources: [1] Herbert Schlossberg, Idols of Destruction (Nashville, Camden, New York: Thomas Nelson Publishers, 1983), 6. [2] Ibid. 40. [3] Brainy Quote, “John Calvin Quotes,” BrainyQuote, https://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/john_calvin_182879 (accessed June 20, 2024). [4] John N. Moore, Questions and Answers on Creation/Evolution (Grand Rapids: Baker Book House, 1978), 82. [5] Ibid. 91-92. [6] Mark Creech, “Seed Magazine Writes About ‘The Clergy Letter Project,” Crosswalk, April 4, 2006, https://www.crosswalk.com/church/pastors-or-leadership/seed-magazine-writes-about-the-clergy-letter-project-1386980.html (accessed June 21, 2024). PROPHECY UPDATE VIDEOS
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DONATE HERE Your can also mail your support to: Prophecy Update PO Box 40516 Bakersfield, CA 93384 11 Signs That The U.S. Economy Is In Far Worse Shape Than Most People Think - by Michael Snyder - https://theeconomiccollapseblog.com/11-signs-that-the-u-s-economy-is-in-far-worse-shape-than-most-people-think/ Unless you are living under a bridge or you are eagerly drinking the kool-aid that the mainstream media is dishing out, you probably understand that the economy has been struggling. Survey after survey has found that the American people are deeply dissatisfied with how the economy has been performing, and as a result it has become the number one issue this election season. But even though a large portion of the population is not happy about how things have been going, the truth is that the situation is far more dire than most people realize. Just this week we have received quite a bit of very troubling news, and the outlook for the months ahead is very bleak. The following are 11 signs that the U.S. economy is in far worse shape than most people think… #1 Just like in 2008, delinquencies are on the rise. In fact, credit card delinquencies have now reached the highest level that we have seen in more than 10 years… Meanwhile, more consumers aren’t making loan payments on time. Credit card delinquencies have hit their highest level in over a decade, and auto delinquencies are also spiking. This could prove to be yet another tripwire for the stock market, as consumer spending accounts for about 70% of U.S. economic activity. #2 The commercial real estate crisis just continues to escalate. An article that originally appeared in the New York Times claims that major Wall Street banks have “begun offloading their portfolios of commercial real estate loans hoping to cut their losses”… Some Wall Street banks, worried that landlords of vacant and struggling office buildings won’t be able to pay off their mortgages, have begun offloading their portfolios of commercial real estate loans hoping to cut their losses. It’s an early but telling sign of the broader distress brewing in the commercial real estate market, which is hurting from the twin punches of high interest rates, which make it harder to refinance loans, and low occupancy rates for office buildings — an outcome of the pandemic. #3 When banks get into trouble, they start shutting down branches. So far this year, U.S. banks have closed more than 400 branches all over the country… US banks closed 51 branches across the country in the first three weeks of June. The figures suggest banks are committed to increasingly offering their services online and axing costly bricks-and-mortar locations. More than 400 bank branches have closed so far in 2024. #4 Big companies are laying off workers from coast to coast. For example, approximately 500 Texas truckers just lost their jobs when a large logistics company abruptly shut their doors for good… A truck and logistics company has abruptly shut – affecting 2,000 workers – just three years after being bought by private equity. Out of the blue, staff at US Logistics Solutions were given news on Thursday that they were out of a job and would also not get their paychecks on Friday. Around 500 were truck drivers, and the rest a mixture of warehouse, dock and office workers at the Humble, Texas- based company. #5 The Dallas Fed Services Index has now been in negative territory for 25 months in a row… This is the 25th straight month of contraction (sub-zero) for the Dallas Fed Services index and judging by the respondents’ comments, there is a clear place to point the finger of blame #6 The “restaurant apocalypse” just continues to intensify. This week, we learned that Hooters has suddenly decided to permanently shut down close to 40 “underperforming” locations… The Atlanta-based sports bar chain, Hooters, abruptly shuttered dozens of “underperforming” restaurants across the U.S., as it joins a growing list of eateries facing the harsh realities of inflation and changing consumer habits, according to reports. Nation’s Restaurant News (NRN) reported that word began to spread on Sunday evening that Hooters locations in places like Bryan, Texas; Lakeland, Florida; and Louisville, Kentucky were closing abruptly, with nearly 40 restaurants in the U.S. shutting their doors. #7 Retail chains continue to go belly up at a staggering rate. Today, it was being reported that two large retailers in the Northeast have made a decision to file for bankruptcy… Two sister chains that sell sporting goods have filed for bankruptcy as retailers continue to struggle. Bob’s Stores, which sells athletic and casual clothing, and outdoor gear retailer Eastern Mountain Sports together have 50 stores across the northeast of America. #8 We just learned that consumer confidence in the U.S. dropped lower this month… US consumer confidence teetered slightly in June as Americans grew a little warier about the future, new data released Tuesday showed. The Conference Board’s latest consumer confidence index dipped to 100.4 in June from a downwardly revised level of 101.3 in May. #9 The initial consumer confidence reading has been revised down in 7 of the last 8 months. #10 Housing in the U.S. is now more unaffordable than it has ever been before… The housing cost burden has hit a record, according to a new report from Harvard’s Joint Center for Housing Studies. Home prices are now 47% higher than they were in early 2020, with the median sale price now five times the median household income, according to the study. #11 As I discussed yesterday, the homeless population in the city of Chicago tripled from January 2023 to January 2024… The number of Chicagoans living in city shelters or on city streets tripled between January 2023 and January 2024, according to the annual survey used by federal officials to track homelessness, city officials announced Friday. Those at the bottom of the economic food chain are being hit the hardest by the harsh economic conditions that we have been experiencing. Homelessness, poverty, hunger and theft are all on the rise, and many of those that serve struggling communities say that they are being absolutely overwhelmed because they simply do not have sufficient resources to meet all of the needs. Sadly, I am entirely convinced that this is just the beginning. I believe that conditions will eventually become much harsher as the economy continues to deteriorate during the months ahead. But Joe Biden and his minions insist that everything is just great. In fact, they would like you to believe that the economy is “booming” right now. You can believe that if you want, but the cold, hard numbers that we keep getting directly contradict the endless stream of propaganda that we are constantly being fed. The Simple Truth—The 144,000 - (Part Two) - By Camilla Smith - https://www.raptureready.com/2024/06/25/the-simple-truth-the-144000-part-two-by-camilla-smith/ Recently, I presented an article about some beautiful characteristics of the 144,000 that were made known to me by my beloved brother in Messiah and a spiritual mentor, Tom Blackmon. My dear friend and “earthly shepherd” was passionate about the 144,000, and these are some of the details that he shared, as revealed to him over the many years of his walk with Yahshua/Jesus. Tom spent countless hours alone with the Father in His Presence and received much wisdom, “Mind-to-mind,” as he called it. This article will touch on the musical aspect of the 144,000, their singing and instrumentation. We will also look at a particular element of Tom’s understanding pertaining to “following the Lamb wherever He leads.” This is the truly important part, and I believe the reason for this article. Bear in mind—Tom is one man who had, in my opinion, sought great spiritual understanding and wisdom in his 70 years, as well as discretion and discipline in his studies with the Father. Tom also impressed on me regularly that he had asked the Father to replace his own desires in life and learning with those desires of our King. I am going to use Tom’s emails verbatim because I could never re-word anything he wrote without taking away the impact and great love with which these “treasures” were given to him. What the Father gave Tom to share with me was something I have treasured myself, and I don’t feel the need to change one word. I will put these topics in categorized order for understanding. This is as they came in from Abba Father to Tom over the years. As always, please take all of this information to the Father in prayer. We can KNOW that the Father Himself will share what HE wants to share with His children, according to HIS Purpose. We will all be given insight into things that we seek the Father on if we seek them in HIS Will and in HIS Timing, and that is exactly what Tom did. These following subtitled paragraphs are exact words from Tom’s emails to me. I have put his words in quotations and divided them by category. NOTE: There is an interjection from myself that is not in quotes midway through. NEW SONG/SEALING: “After the Rapture, there will be a period of time for the 144,000 to LEARN A NEW SONG THAT ONLY THEY COULD LEARN. Lo and behold, I didn’t make that up; it’s in the Bible—they LEARN this song. They will have the ability to put the Word of YHWH to music! In my experience, music has been one of the most powerful tools for blessing that Adonai (the Master) has released. In fact, Psalms 33:2-3 says to “play skillfully and sweetly with a shout of joy”—I’m sure the Holy Spirit will fit the bill on that! ” “I was shown that these singers’ hands would move up and down effortlessly on sacred instruments of Heavenly design and that they would learn this in Heaven after the Rapture, before re-entering the world to complete their calling.” “The Word plainly states that the 144,000 will be sealed in Heaven. The angel ascends with the seal, coming up from the horizon. By definition, the Bride of Christ will be One with Yahshua, which will make every member Israeli/Jewish. The Word tells us that Phillip traveled to Azotos. It would be even easier for an immortal, sealed, anointed servant to move from place to place. An immortal servant would establish Elohim’s fulfillment of the 144,000 being sealed in Heaven.” “The sealing of these men will be a special coronation. YHWH, in His Wisdom, knew that the only way to preach and survive during this time would be to be immortal. All new believers during this time will seek these “priests” (kohanim) out and yield to their teaching, and many will come to know Yahshua as Mashiach.” “I honestly think that the 144,000 will be sealed in a ceremony in Heaven after Psalm 83 and possibly Ezekiel 38 takes place. The 144,000 are not going to be sealed by some man’s proclamation. The Father re-emphasized that God knows each “member’s” DNA and what tribe they are affiliated with. Yahshua/Jesus knows each of them, who they came from, and where their hearts are. The 144,000 are fully Israeli and fully Messianic and totally know Yahshua, and in fact ARE Yahshua since they are His Body.” THEIR MISSION (FOLLOWING THE LAMB): “Another thing that the Father impressed on me was how things would completely change during the Tribulation, as far as getting the Message of the Gospel out. Many will be saved shortly after the Tribulation begins, but keep in mind that it WILL NOT be out in the open. The sealed ones (144,000) of Yahshua will be the only ones with the Ruach ha’Qodesh. Those left here will be in panic mode and even be sent a strong delusion because Satan, his angels, and evil spirits will roam the earth. Remember, the Ruach ha’Qodesh/Holy Spirit will be taken out of the way–not in the sense that He still won’t be everywhere at the same time but that He will allow evil to cover the earth wide open.” “The Salvation Message will be taken house to house by YHWH’s sealed, immortal ones as living proof that the Bible is the Word of YHWH–but keep in mind that the Word says that the devil will wear out the saints of the Most High. The saints who come to Messiah in the Tribulation will not have the protection and privilege that we have. Many, many things will have to be taught to the Tribulation believers, and that will be the job of the sealed ones. These new believers in Yahshua will possess the love for their Adon/Master but will have to wait to receive authority and power.” INTERJECTION: As a small break from Tom’s words, I would like to interject here because I believe this is one of the biggest reasons that the Father put it on my heart to share this message He gave to Tom about the 144,000 for such a time as this. As I stated in my last article (The Bride is Not Ready), I see so many beloved brothers and sisters in Messiah who are heartsick by the thought of their loved ones being left behind during the Tribulation. Many truly are not able to completely let go of this world because of their lost loved ones. So—what follows is, I believe, what we want to focus on concerning our loved ones who don’t know our Messiah. Once again, this is what the Father put on TOM’s heart to share, and we need to always take it directly to our Abba Father for confirmation. Now, back to Tom’s words. THEIR MISSION (CONTINUED) “Other than just singing His Word, His sealed ones will have the ADDED TOOL of witnessing the Truth of the reality of Heaven, since, by the way, they have been there! Imagine the effect of an immortal being describing Heaven to the forlorn on Earth during the Tribulation! The earth will be in so much turmoil right after the Rapture that it will take a little while for the tribbers to be receptive to any teaching because of the chaos. The 144,000 will have information (given to them by the Lamb Who is leading them) regarding family members who have arrived in Heaven via the Resurrection/Rapture to share with their loved ones left behind on Earth. The Father reassured me that He knows where EVERY one of His children is on the earth at that time. Not one will be hidden from His watchful eye.” (Tom told me he believed Yahshua would instruct them directly and lead them from house to house with specific details on who they are witnessing to! Continuing…) “When your loved ones or friends find themselves in the Tribulation, many things will come to their mind, including the seeds that had been planted. When the information is relayed to one of the 144,000, he then will contact this left-behind loved one with the Truth that you are in Heaven praying for them. The sealed servant of YHWH will be able to witness to him/her in a way that only Yahshua knows. Can you even imagine an immortal being showing up at the door of one of your loved ones and saying, “I am here because of Camilla.” Talk about a special witness! Keep in mind that the seed was planted a million times about the love that Yahshua has for him/her, and he/she will respond most likely in the affirmative. YHWH will be doing everything in His Power to bring these children Home, even though most will be on the pain of death.” In conclusion, I pray you can see why I felt compelled nearly ten years later, and two years after Tom went Home to our King, to share these intimate jewels that our brother in Christ shared with me. Like I said in my first article, Tom’s first words to me were, “I just want to bear some fruit before I die.” Through his heart for our Master and through his sincerity, humility, and desire that the Father instilled in him for shepherding, Tom (who lost his beloved only son in a tragic accident) was able to bear much fruit in my life. He did this through guidance, patience, teaching, and professing the Father’s Word with the Gentle Authority that only comes from the Father’s Indwelling Spirit. Tom’s witness made an indelible impact on my walk. And what am I to do—keep it to myself? Not if it brings some measure of comfort and hope to followers of Messiah whose hearts are tied to the ones they love. If one word that Tom shared with me can help ONE PERSON trust in our Father’s Mercy and let go fully, then HalleluYah! Time is up—the King is coming! Let’s continue to pray for our families and rest in Him. And remember: “The Father WILL accomplish ALL His Salvations—this side of the Tribulation or the other.” –Tom Blackmon Daily Devotion: Stupidocrisy: lies before your eyes - Bill Wilson – www.dailyjot.com The ongoing saga of the Democratic Party, corporate media and Hollywood blaming and accusing others of what they themselves have done or are doing is the latest in high end propaganda. At a recent Hollywood fundraiser—not necessarily for Joe Biden, but for the continuing authority of the Marxist state—former president Barack Obama had to take the extraordinary act to lead the feeble current president and mentally frozen Joe Biden off the stage. It seemed so poetic—the former president, who everyone suspects is the Biden puppeteer once again showing Biden the way forward. It was as clear as anything recorded in history. It was on video. In front of thousands of witnesses. But it didn’t happen. That’s right. It didn’t happen. Immediately following the posting of the video by many news outlets, reporters and eyewitnesses, Obama’s senior advisor Eric Schulz posted on X “this did not happen.” Then White House Deputy Press Secretary Andrew Bates tried to pull a bait and switch attacking the New York Post for pointing out the obvious. On X, Bates posted: “By pretending the President taking in an applauding crowd for a few seconds is somehow wrong, all they’re really admitting — once again — is they can’t take on the leadership that’s fueling the strongest economic growth in the world and bringing violent crime to a 50-year low.” Uh-huh. As if the freezing Biden isn’t a problem, the Biden campaign actually convened a task force to “mitigate the risks,” as Politico reports, of what the Biden campaign says are “cheap fakes.” Biden campaign spokesperson Mia Ehrenberg told Politico, “Voters deserve accurate information to inform their choice this November and our campaign will be vigilant in calling out these lies when we see them. We hope media organizations and others with influential platforms follow our lead.” But video from three recent Biden appearances are not fakes—the Hollywood fundraiser, the G7 event, and the Juneteenth Celebration all show Biden in various stages of having mental freezes. Hence, the task force and the White House offensive to accuse any media reporting these incidents of proliferating “cheap fakes” that didn’t happen. In other words, they are lying to the public in hopes of convincing as many people as possible that the Republicans and conservative media are altering the videos to make Biden look bad. They don’t have to. This gaslighting is reminiscent of video doctoring Democrats about January 6. Just The News reported on June 3, 2023, “The Democrat-led House Select Committee to Investigate Jan. 6 doctored a key piece of its evidence, adding audio to silent U.S. Capitol Police security footage used to create a dramatic video montage for the opening of its primetime hearings last summer.” Newsweek also fact checked the video the Democrats used to impeach President Trump for the Jan 6 “insurrection,” saying it was altered to wrongfully paint Trump as the instigator of the violent “insurrection.” Point is, the Democrats are accusing the media and Republicans of doing exactly what they do. Jesus said in Matthew 24:4, “Take heed that no man deceive you.” They lie so convincingly. Being deceived by this gaslighting is, say it with me…Stupidocrisy. Daily Devotion: The Value of a Gift - by Greg Laurie – www.harvest.org I tell you the truth, wherever the Good News is preached throughout the world, this woman’s deed will be remembered and discussed. —Matthew 26:13 https://harvest.org/resources/devotion/the-value-of-a-gift/ - Listen It’s interesting that when we read through the Bible, we read very little about the great historical figures of the day. The great Caesars or Herods or the mighty armies of Rome are merely backdrops for the greatest story ever told. They serve as points of reference chronologically. But in reality, these people and events were secondary. It reminds us that God sees things differently from how we see them. Also, we don’t find every miracle, every teaching, and everything that Jesus did in the Gospels. John points out, “Jesus also did many other things. If they were all written down, I suppose the whole world could not contain the books that would be written” (John 21:25 NLT). The Holy Spirit selected certain miracles, certain teachings, and certain events in the life and ministry of Christ to be included in the four Gospels for our benefit. And the story of Mary in Bethany is one of them. Things were coming to a head in the life and ministry of Jesus. He’d had a number of increasingly confrontational exchanges with the religious leaders. They were ticked off at Him, and they wanted Him out of the picture. In short, they wanted Jesus killed. But they couldn’t do it yet because it was Passover. There were thousands of pilgrims jamming Jerusalem, and Jesus, though controversial, still had His admirers. Thus, they weren’t going to strike yet. But they were plotting against Him. Meanwhile, Jesus decided to go and spend time with some of His friends. And among those friends were Mary, Martha, and Lazarus. No doubt they relished those moments with Him. They could legitimately say that Jesus was their friend. One day, they were with Jesus in Bethany, at the home of Simon, someone whom the Bible identifies as previously having leprosy (see Matthew 26:6). Jesus had just taught the Olivet Discourse, and no doubt there were some follow-up questions. Not only that, but Lazarus had been newly resurrected. It must have been an incredible conversation. And then Mary, deeply moved by what she saw, had to do something dramatic, something extravagant, to demonstrate her love for Jesus. She came with an alabaster flask of very costly fragrant oil and poured it on Jesus as He sat at the table. It effectively was her life savings. It’s worth noting that whenever we read about Mary, she’s at the feet of Jesus. Maybe that is why she had the insight she did. Mary took advantage of every opportunity to hear what Jesus had to say. Jesus was so impressed by Mary’s act of devotion that He said, “I tell you the truth, wherever the Good News is preached throughout the world, this woman’s deed will be remembered and discussed” (Matthew 26:13 NLT). What is the most precious thing in your life right now? Have you presented it to Jesus yet? That is what Mary did. And it cost her everything. The value of a gift is determined not by how much it costs but by how much it costs you. PROPHECY UPDATE NEWS HEADLINES Yesterday's Prophecies - Today's Headlines http://trackingbibleprophecy.org/birthpangs.php
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