Archaeologists in Jerusalem have uncovered a remarkable link to the First Temple period, reinforcing both Israel’s ancient ties to the Temple Mount and the Bible’s historical accuracy.

The Temple Mount Sifting Project announced July 30 the discovery of a rare and exceptionally well-preserved clay seal impression bearing the name “Yed[a‛]yah (son of) Asayahu.” The project said the artifact “still retains a clear fingerprint, presumably left by the ancient official who once owned it.”

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The seal was unearthed from soil illegally removed from the Temple Mount during unsupervised construction by the Islamic Waqf in 1999 and later dumped in the Kidron Valley, Fox News reported. Volunteers and archaeologists have since recovered countless artifacts from the debris, each telling its own story of Jerusalem’s Jewish past.

The find dates to the late 7th or early 6th century B.C., during the reign of King Josiah, a period when the Bible records sweeping Temple reforms. “Among Josiah’s trusted envoys was a senior official named Asayahu, described as ‘the king’s servant,’” the project said. “Given his prominent role, it is reasonable to assume that his son, Yed‛yah, may have also served in a high-ranking capacity.”

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Marks on the back of the seal indicate it was used to secure a bag or container, offering a glimpse into the daily life of an official involved in Temple or royal administration. The Temple Mount Sifting Project called the possibility of a direct link between the seal and King Josiah “highly plausible,” noting that “historically, seals like these were reserved for officials of high rank, and many individuals named in similar discoveries from Jerusalem have been directly identified with biblical-era officials.”

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For Israel and supporters of the Bible’s historical reliability, the discovery is more than an archaeological triumph, it is tangible proof of Jewish presence and governance on the Temple Mount thousands of years ago. Names from the pages of Scripture, like Asayahu, are appearing on physical artifacts, aligning with biblical accounts and timelines.

The find also directly challenges political narratives that deny Jewish historical ties to the Temple Mount. From the First Temple constructed by King Solomon to the Second Temple standing in Jesus’ day, the Mount has been the center of Jewish worship for millennia. This seal, like many others, confirms that connection with physical evidence.

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As disputes over Jerusalem’s history and future continue, discoveries like this remind the world that the Bible is not myth but recorded history, and that the Temple Mount has always been, and remains, the holiest site in Judaism.

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.

Sea of Galilee Turns Blood-Red

The Sea of Galilee has taken on an unexpected and striking crimson hue, leaving both residents and tourists in awe. Waves tinted deep red rolled toward the shore, prompting comparisons to the plagues of Egypt described in the book of Exodus.

“Stunned visitors watched crimson waves roll onto the shore, with some comparing the eerie transformation to the 10 plagues God inflicted on the Egyptians,” the Daily Mail reported. The scene unfolded on Israel’s most storied freshwater lake, a place central to the history of both Judaism and Christianity.

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Israel’s environmental ministry traced the phenomenon to a bloom of Botryococcus braunii, a green microalga that can produce a reddish pigment under intense sunlight. Officials confirmed that “tests show the water is safe for swimming, despite its unsettling hue.” Scientists at the Kinneret Research Laboratory also found the algae to be harmless, noting no reported health issues.

This microalga, present in freshwater and brackish habitats around the world, is known for generating hydrocarbons similar to crude oil. Such blooms occur when warm weather, ample nutrients and sunlight create favorable conditions for pigment production.

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The Sea of Galilee is not the only body of water in the region to undergo such a transformation. In 2021, a pool near the Dead Sea in Jordan’s ancient region of Moab turned a vivid red. That site is traditionally connected to Sodom and Gomorrah, cities the Bible records as destroyed for their wickedness.

Biblical and Prophetic Significance

Though scientists have given a natural explanation, the imagery carries deep spiritual weight. The sight brings to mind the first plague of Egypt in Exodus 7:17–21, when God turned the Nile to blood as a sign of judgment and a call to repentance.

The Sea of Galilee itself holds immense New Testament significance as well, it is where Jesus walked on water, calmed the storm, fed multitudes and called several of His disciples. To see its waters turn scarlet evokes both the reality of judgment and the hope found in Christ’s sacrificial blood.

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Prophecy in Revelation 8:8 and 16:3–4 describes future judgments in which seas and rivers will become like blood during the Great Tribulation. While this current event is not the fulfillment of those passages, it visually mirrors them and reminds us to remain spiritually alert.

In Matthew 16:3, Jesus urged His listeners to discern “the signs of the times.” While this algae bloom is a natural occurrence, its location and biblical context invite prayerful reflection on God’s purposes in the present moment.

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Moments such as this should inspire faith rather than fear. They affirm the reliability of God’s Word and encourage readiness for whatever lies ahead. As the world witnesses unusual signs in creation, we are called to live with discernment and hope, trusting that Christ holds the future.

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.

A Suffolk church is marking its 100th anniversary with a special exhibition featuring a Bible once owned by Elvis Presley. While the legendary musician struggled with substance abuse for years, he never lost his faith and carried the Bible with him through the years.

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The Needham Market Evangelical Church is hosting the display through Friday, as reported by The Christian Post. Gary Stevens, the church’s pastor, told the BBC he reached out to the Museum of the Book in London after learning it had the Bible on display. The museum, known for its extensive collection of centuries-old printed Bibles, agreed to loan it for the event.

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Among the notable features of Presley’s Bible are handwritten notes in the margins. “Under Psalm 11, he has written, ‘In the Lord I have placed my trust and he will guide me,’” Stevens said. “Under another Psalm he’s written, ‘Lord send me light to guide me,’ and other things we have like, ‘Deliver me for I am nothing without you.’”

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Presley received the Bible as a Christmas gift in 1957 from his aunt and uncle, according to Stevens, who said the family verified its authenticity. Raised in Mississippi, Presley grew up in a Christian household and went on to record several Gospel hits.

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Before his death in 1977, Presley earned 14 Grammy nominations and won three, all in Gospel categories. His rendition of the hymn “How Great Thou Art” earned him his first Grammy in 1967 for Best Sacred Performance according to .

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.

Many of us can recite Philippians 4:13 by heart: “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.” It’s a favorite for inspirational posters, social media captions and pep talks before big life moments. But according to Pastor Mike Signorelli of V1 Church, we’ve been missing the deeper truth, and when you see it, it’s even more encouraging.

“I know you’ve been quoting it for so many years, but you have interpreted it wrong,” Signorelli said in a recent video. “Here’s the good news. I’m going to open up the scriptures and show you what Philippians 4:13 really means.”

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The problem, he explained, is that we often “divorce it from the larger context” and apply it to our personal ambitions, even those outside God’s will. “We have become so individualistic that we take these verses to endorse our own selfish ambition,” he said. “Like God is not going to divinely give you strength to do something outside of His divine plan.”

Instead, Signorelli pointed to the verses before and after, Philippians 4:12 and 4:14, where the apostle Paul talks about knowing how to be “brought low” and how to “abound,” having “learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need.”

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“When you see that, it completely changes the meaning,” Signorelli said. “The reality is as a Christian we face all of the above… In all of those things I can do it through Christ Jesus.”

For him, this isn’t a verse about limitless human potential, it’s about supernatural strength to walk through every season of life with Christ. “When I’m on the mountaintop or I’m in the valley, He’s with me in both of those situations,” he said. “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me in the cancer diagnosis and in the report that the cancer was healed… when I get the job, when I get fired from the job… whether I’m up or down, in or out, no matter what the circumstance, I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”

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This understanding protects believers from disappointment and disillusionment. “Part of the reason why people deconstruct from Christianity is because we’ve actually eliminated the context,” Signorelli said. When hard times come, some think, ‘Wait a second, this is incompatible, I should only be in abundance.’ But in reality, Paul was teaching that Christ’s strength is there in both abundance and need.

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So the next time you say Philippians 4:13, remember what it’s really promising, not a free pass to chase anything you want, but the unshakable presence of Jesus in every high and low.

As Signorelli put it, “Let’s stop deleting the reality of trouble. Let’s actually add Jesus into all of it.”

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.

The threat of global anti-Semitism is reaching alarming new levels, with one well-known Israeli tech leader warning that a large-scale, coordinated attack on Jews could be imminent. As incidents of anti-Jewish hatred surge worldwide, fears are mounting that hostility toward Israel and its people is moving far beyond political disagreement into something far more dangerous.

On a recent episode of The Hot Zone, host Chuck Holton discussed a chilling prediction from Israeli commentator Hillel Fuld, who accurately warned of a major event just days before Hamas’ Oct. 7 attack. “On October 5th, 2023, I predicted that something big was about to happen and Israel would be at the center of it,” Fuld said in a Facebook post. Now, Holton reports, Fuld is warning again, this time that “a very large-scale attack on Jews is about to happen. Not harassment, not graffiti. I’m talking about a well-coordinated terrorist attack on a major Jewish location where Jews gather in large numbers.”

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Holton underscored the data driving Fuld’s fears. “If you aggregate all of these countries, the number of anti-Semitic incidents reported in these seven countries has gone from a total in 2021 of 9,767 … to 21,620 in 2023 after the war started,” he said, noting that the U.S. alone saw more than 9,300 incidents in 2024—nearly matching the combined total of all seven nations just three years earlier. Fuld has compared the current climate to “Germany, 1935 level anti-Semitism,” warning that it has “reached a point of no return.”

Holton also highlighted massive pro-Palestinian demonstrations across Europe, Australia and North America, pointing to demographic changes that have shifted political policies toward recognizing a Palestinian state. He argued that targeting ordinary Jewish people for the actions of Israel’s government is “foolish” and “counterproductive,” saying, “Terrorism always loses for that very reason because nobody likes a terrorist. Nobody.”

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The episode also focused on Hamas’ use of hostages as leverage in the ongoing conflict. Holton described newly released images of two emaciated captives as part of “a deliberate and well-planned sadistic propaganda campaign” aimed at pressuring Israel to meet Hamas’ demands. “None of that food is going to get to your hostages until you agree to end the war,” Holton said, noting the group’s call for far more daily aid shipments than Gaza’s population requires.

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Israeli politician Gideon Sa’ar, whose remarks Holton aired, accused Western nations like France, the United Kingdom and Canada of giving a “pure prize for terror” through their policies. He warned that recognizing a Palestinian state would “lead to the assassination of the chances to reach a hostage deal and the ceasefire.”

Holton closed with a sharp critique of the mainstream media, accusing outlets such as The New York Times, Washington Post and Associated Press of suppressing positive coverage of Israel while amplifying narratives that paint the nation in a negative light. “They will not show anything pro-Israel. Anything Israel does good, they won’t show it,” he said.

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As tensions escalate and predictions of violence grow more urgent, believers are reminded to stay grounded in Scripture, holding fast to God’s promises and His plan for Israel. The pressures against the Jewish people will only intensify as the last days progress, making it all the more vital to know what the Bible says and to remain steadfast in faith.

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.

Bible prophecy scholars Mondo Gonzales and Graham Keelan say the United Kingdom’s recent openness to recognizing a Palestinian state reflects both political pressure and a spiritual blindness that ignores biblical warnings about dividing Israel’s land.

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In a discussion on the Israel-Palestine conflict, Gonzales and Keelan examined the geopolitical fallout of Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, terror attack, the international push for a two-state solution, and the biblical implications of such a move. Keelan, speaking from England, compared the current political climate to 1947, when the British Labour government withdrew from the region and shifted away from its pro-Zionist wartime stance.

Keelan argued that Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s position changed after pressure from Labour MPs concerned about losing seats with large Muslim populations. “It’s a complete fudge,” he said, criticizing the UK’s conditional offer of recognition as a political tool to pressure Israel without holding Hamas to the same standards.

The two warned that recognizing Palestinian statehood under current conditions ignores the realities on the ground, including Hamas’ refusal to accept Israel’s right to exist and the Palestinian Authority’s lack of democratic governance. Gonzales noted that past land concessions, such as Israel’s 2005 Gaza withdrawal, were met not with peace but with increased attacks.

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Both men framed the debate in prophetic terms, citing Joel 3’s warning against dividing Israel’s land and Zechariah 12’s prophecy that Jerusalem will become a “burdensome stone” to the nations. They stressed that while modern Israel is not walking in full obedience to God, pointing to issues such as abortion and LGBTQ promotion, the land remains God’s covenant possession given to the descendants of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.

“This is the most destined piece of land on the planet,” Keelan said, warning that attempts by world powers to impose a two-state solution will not bring peace but move the nations closer to the biblical “time of Jacob’s trouble.”

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Gonzales emphasized the need for a gospel-centered approach rather than merely political advocacy. “The light is the light of the gospel and of righteousness,” he said, urging Christians to avoid idolizing the modern state of Israel while still recognizing God’s promises for its ultimate restoration.

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.

In recent weeks, Israel has seen multiple developments that point to the fulfillment of biblical prophecy. From thousands of Jews praying openly on the Temple Mount during Tisha B’Av to groundbreaking archaeological discoveries in Shiloh, events are unfolding that echo the pages of Scripture.

During the Jewish day of mourning for the destruction of the First and Second temples, Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir joined thousands ascending the Temple Mount. For decades, Jewish prayer at the site has been heavily restricted, but this year saw a striking change. Under police supervision, Jews prayed, sang and even prostrated themselves, acts rarely permitted in recent history. Videos circulated showing worshippers singing and dancing while officers looked on. Supporters called it a historic shift, with some noting it had been a thousand years since such freedom was seen at Judaism’s holiest site.

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The Temple Mount is the historic location of the First and Second temples, and the Bible prophesies that a Third temple will one day stand there (Dan. 9:27; Matt. 24:15; Rev. 11:1-2).

The Temple Institute reported that over 4,000 Jews visited the site during the fast, while tens of thousands more prayed at the Western Wall for the temple’s rebuilding. The Institute also declared publicly in a social media post that “the time has come” to rebuild, a statement showcasing the growing urgency among temple advocates.

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Meanwhile, archaeologists at the biblical site of Shiloh announced a discovery that could shed light on Israel’s earliest worship.

Dr. Scott Stripling and his team unearthed a monumental building from the Iron Age I period that matches the biblical dimensions of the tabernacle. The structure’s east-to-west orientation and 2:1 room ratio align with the description in Exodus 26. Excavations also uncovered more than 100,000 animal bones, primarily from the right side, consistent with Levitical priestly offerings.

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Stripling’s team believes they may have also identified the gate where Eli the high priest died in 1 Samuel 4 after hearing the Ark of the Covenant had been captured. The finds provide a tangible connection to Israel’s worship history and the Ark’s significance as the earthly dwelling of God’s presence.

The convergence of these events, increased Jewish prayer on the Temple Mount and archaeological evidence pointing to the Ark’s former resting place, has drawn attention from prophecy watchers. Scripture tells us of a future temple in Jerusalem where sacrifices will resume before the desecration prophesied by Daniel and referenced by Jesus. Zechariah 12 warns that Jerusalem will become “a burdensome stone” for the nations, a reality evident as changes on the Temple Mount continue to spark global reaction.

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As tensions in the region remain high and Israel engages militarily in Gaza and against Iran, the renewed focus on the Temple Mount and the temple’s restoration adds to the prophetic landscape. Biblical warnings of deception, apostasy and lawlessness in the last days (2 Thess. 2; Matt. 24) serve as reminders for believers to remain grounded in Scripture and spiritually vigilant.

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.

In a moment that stunned millions of viewers, former Navy SEAL and entrepreneur Chadd Wright used one of the largest podcasts in the world to deliver a straightforward challenge to Joe Rogan: Was God calling him?

Revivalist Isaiah Saldivar recently reacted to the viral clip, praising Wright’s boldness and breaking down why it struck such a chord. “You are on the biggest podcast in the world and you stop and say, ‘I wonder if God’s calling you, Joe.’ … That’s something I would want to say. But would we be bold enough to say it?” Saldivar said.

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During the three-hour episode, Wright reportedly spoke openly to Rogan about God, the gospel and the power of salvation—laying out the message of the cross, humanity’s inability to believe without divine intervention and the “doctrine of election.” Saldivar noted that Rogan, who once dismissed the Bible as myth, now appears more open to faith after repeatedly hosting Christian guests. “The Lord is doing something in his heart,” Saldivar said, even pointing to Rogan’s visibly moved expression.

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For Saldivar, the moment was more than a viral soundbite, it was an answer to prayer. “This is amazing… God send Christians to these big podcast platforms. And the Lord is doing it,” he said. He encouraged believers to pray for Rogan’s salvation, imagining the impact if one of the world’s most influential voices began sharing the gospel. “Millions of people hear the gospel. That should be something we pray about,” he said.

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The conversation later shifted to near-death experiences, with Wright describing the final moments of a close friend who, despite being paralyzed from a stroke, sat up in bed, reached toward the air with both hands and then passed away. For Wright, it was as if “his transportation had arrived.” Rogan and Wright discussed how similar accounts often emerge from hospice workers, patients, and survivors, suggesting a glimpse into the afterlife.

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Saldivar embraced those moments as powerful faith-builders but kept the focus on the central message. “It’s great when you get to see it, but you can get too carried away with all that stuff… The bottom line is there’s no doubt that the Lord is calling Joe Rogan.”

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.

The supernatural has a way of grabbing people’s attention. Whether it’s something mysterious in the skies, an unexplainable event or a moment that feels too perfectly timed to be coincidence, these encounters can stir wonder, curiosity and even fear. For believers however, they often raise an important question, how should Christians respond when the extraordinary breaks into everyday life?

Pastor Troy Brewer of Open Door Church in Burleson, Texas, says the answer starts with keeping your eyes on Jesus. “We are all in desperate need of a savior,” Brewer said. “Don’t get away from your commitment. Don’t get away from being consecrated in the fear of the Lord. Don’t get away from Him.”

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For Brewer, the danger isn’t in the encounter itself, but in letting it steal your focus. “I have to repent of being impressed with this evil,” he said. “I choose to be impressed with the Lord Jesus Christ. My commitment is solid.” His advice is simple, don’t get so caught up in the mystery that you lose sight of the One who holds the answers.

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He also points to biblical prophecy as a reason to be ready for anything. Luke 21:11 speaks of “fearful sights,” which Brewer says comes from the Greek word phobotrons, meaning “frightening monsters.” “Jesus wouldn’t predict that people would start seeing scary monsters—unless He did,” Brewer said. Rather than a cause for alarm, he sees this as a reminder to stay spiritually prepared for whatever may come.

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At the end of the day, Brewer believes these moments, whether inspiring or unsettling, are a chance to lean in closer to God. “We’re supposed to be looking for Jesus,” he said. “I’m believing in the imminent and the glorious return of the Lord Jesus Christ.”

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When it comes to the supernatural, Brewer’s advice is clear: let it point you back to the Bible. Staying in God’s Word will keep you grounded and discerning no matter what you encounter.

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.

The Temple Institute says more than two decades of work to raise a biblically qualified red heifer have yet to yield a suitable candidate, despite efforts in both Israel and the United States, including animals flown in from Texas.

In a Facebook post titled “3 Week Diary: Work of the Temple Institute – The Red Heifer,” the organization confirmed that “all our efforts so far have been frustrated by the appearance of more than one non-red hair on all our potential candidates.” This includes every red heifer that made the trip from Texas to Israel, all of which have been disqualified under the strict halachic rules.

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The institute said it has “forged deep connections with cattle growers in the United States, both professionally and personally” and worked with breeders in Israel, but the requirements leave no margin for error. Even a few hairs of another color make the animal ineligible for use in producing the ashes required for Temple purification rites.

Attaining a viable red heifer is only the first step. “Once a viable red heifer has been achieved it needs to be slaughtered and burned into ashes,” the post noted, adding that the process involves creating a fire hot enough to reduce the animal completely to ash, selecting ritually pure priests who have never been inside a hospital or cemetery, and performing the ceremony on the Mount of Olives.

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The Temple Institute recently conducted “a groundbreaking test run” using a disqualified heifer to prepare for the eventual ceremony with a kosher animal. All other required materials, including pure water from the Shiloach spring, cedar wood, hyssop, and scarlet wool, are said to be readily available.

The institute emphasized that producing the ashes would be “a major and indisputable step forward toward building the Mikdash and renewing the offerings,” but acknowledged opposition from both outside and within Israel.

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It also addressed frustration among supporters over the lack of progress, noting, “No doubt if the Temple Institute enjoyed a much larger budget we could expand our efforts and potentially acquire a red heifer sooner, rather than later. But… we must also maintain the faith and trust that a suitable red heifer will be found when G-d sees fit.”

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.