Perry Stone: Shaking in the Church Reveals Who Will Stand in the End Times

At the International Prophetic Summit, evangelist Perry Stone delivered a sobering message about the shaking taking place in churches and ministries, connecting current global unrest to prophetic events leading to Jesus’ return.

Referencing Hebrews 12:25-29, Stone emphasized that God is allowing a shaking “so that that which cannot be shaken will remain standing at the very end.”

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Stone warned that the world is seeing the fulfillment of several end-times signs, each pointing to the nearing end of the age and the return of Jesus Christ. He cited four prophetic events described in Scripture that are converging:

  1. Global Preaching of the Gospel
    Stone pointed to Matthew 24:14, which states, “And this gospel of the kingdom shall be preached in all the world for a witness unto all nations; and then shall the end come.”
    “This is not just local,” Stone said. “It’s global. The gospel of the kingdom will be preached around the world globally, and then the end will come.” He emphasized the expansion of evangelism through technology and media, calling it a major prophetic indicator.
  2. Worldwide Outpouring of the Holy Spirit
    Referencing Joel 2:28-29, Stone quoted the Lord’s promise: “I will pour out my spirit upon all flesh.”
    “This is happening actually,” he said. “All flesh indicates that it’s global—it’s every nation of the world. That is part of what is about to happen and is already happening.”
  3. The Great Falling Away
    Turning to 2 Thessalonians 2:1-3, Stone discussed the prophesied apostasy: “That day shall not come, except there come a falling away first.”
    “The primary meaning of ‘apostasia’ is for someone to revolt against something or for there to be a defection from absolute truth,” Stone said. “There will be… a final departure from truth so severe that in Luke 18:8 Jesus makes this statement: ‘When the Son of Man comes, will He find faith on the earth?’”
  4. Widespread Offense and Betrayal
    Drawing from Matthew 24:10-12, Stone described an atmosphere of offense, betrayal, and lawlessness that will affect believers. “There is this season of betrayal and offense that becomes so great around the earth that it affects people spiritually,” he said.
    He also warned of widespread deception, noting, “Deception is mentioned four times in Matthew 24. It means to roam away from—to slowly begin to step away from truth, the presence of God, and the Word.”

Stone argued that many believers are not abandoning their faith in God but are losing faith in people who claim to represent Him. “Most people who were ever offended in a church were never offended by God nor were they offended by the Holy Spirit nor were they offended by Jesus,” he said. “But they were offended by somebody in the church acting a certain way toward them.”

He also emphasized the danger of invisible sins in the church: “Sins of the spirit are just as negative and bad as sins of the flesh. It’s not what you’re eating—it’s what’s eating you.”

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As false prophets rise and deception grows, Stone encouraged believers to remain rooted in biblical truth. “Everybody that wants to be a prophet—you better understand something: no prophet in the Old Testament was ever appreciated,” he said. “Sometimes those who really carry a word are not going to be popular.”

Stone reminded listeners that knowledge will increase in the last days, fulfilling Daniel’s prophecy: “God has reserved the revelation of many prophetic mysteries for the time of the end, a time when knowledge shall increase.”

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As deception spreads and truth is under assault, biblical literacy and spiritual discernment are no longer optional, they are essential.

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.




Are Fallen Angels Behind Today’s Technological Explosion?

In a recent episode of Prophecy Watchers, host Brandon Holthaus sat down with Josh Peck to discuss the rapid rise in spiritual deception and technological advancement, warning that both may be linked to demonic influence.

Peck, who came out of the New Age movement, noted that many who interact with the spiritual realm, whether through psychedelics, occult practices or meditation, are receiving what they describe as downloads of advanced knowledge. This, they argue, is eerily similar to the knowledge once given by the fallen angels described in the Book of Enoch.

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The pair emphasized that humanity is once again living in days comparable to those of Noah, with technology advancing at a rate that far exceeds natural explanation. Peck even suggested that this could be due to a gradual loosening of what the Bible refers to as “the restrainer,” traditionally understood to be the Holy Spirit working through believers.



As this restraint lifts, manifestations of the supernatural, such as UFO sightings and reports of cryptid creatures, are becoming more common and harder to dismiss.

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Holthaus and Peck concluded that these developments point to a larger strategy of spiritual deception designed to prepare the world for a post-rapture era. They warned that people are increasingly turning to artificial intelligence, aliens and even self-worship to fill a spiritual void meant for God.

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James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.




Red Heifer Burned in Israel: What It Means for Bible Prophecy

A recent event in Israel has caught the attention of the world, again. A red heifer was burned in Samaria, an act that, while not official temple protocol, echoes the ancient purification rites detailed in Scripture and points toward significant prophetic implications.

Though the heifer used was disqualified from being the actual one used for future temple purification due to minor imperfections, the ceremony itself was carried out according to the biblical guidelines found in Numbers 19. In this passage, God commands that a red heifer “without blemish and upon which never came a yoke” be offered, with its ashes used to ritually cleanse and prepare the priests for service in the temple.

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This practice run is not just symbolic, it reflects growing momentum within Israel to reestablish the conditions necessary for the restoration of temple worship.

Since 2022, five red heifers have been brought from Texas to Israel. The recent burning, conducted under rabbinic supervision, is seen by many as a tangible step toward reviving the ancient purification system required for priestly service in a future third temple.

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Why does this matter to Christians? Because key end-times prophecies point to the existence of a third temple during the tribulation period. Books such as Daniel, Matthew and 2 Thessalonians describe a time when this temple will be desecrated by the Antichrist, a pivotal moment in prophetic chronology. But for such a temple to operate, ritual purity must first be reestablished, which hinges on the availability of red heifer ashes.

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This development underscores the urgency for believers to remain spiritually alert. The Bible repeatedly calls followers of Jesus to watch and be ready, not as passive spectators, but as discerning participants in God’s unfolding plan. In a world increasingly shaped by confusion and spiritual deception, anchoring ourselves in Scripture, prayer and fasting is more crucial than ever.

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As prophetic signs continue to emerge in real time, one truth stands firm: God’s word is being fulfilled, and the return of the Lord draws nearer.

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.




Could Iran Become a Beacon of Christianity in the Last Days?

As tensions continue to swirl in the Middle East, a surprising spiritual movement may be quietly unfolding behind the borders of Iran. Best-selling author and Middle East expert Joel Rosenberg believes a powerful biblical prophecy is taking shape that could place Iran at the center of a global Christian awakening.

“Iran is going to be the epicenter of evangelical Christianity in the last days of history,” Rosenberg said in a recent episode of The Rosenberg Report. He pointed to Jeremiah 49:34-39, which speaks of a nation called Elam, an ancient name for a region in modern-day Iran, and said it describes not only judgment on Iran’s leadership but also spiritual restoration.

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Rosenberg explained, “God says, ‘I’m going to set my throne in Elam’… meaning the center of Christianity, the center of God’s love and passion to save people… that’s going to be centered, epicentered in Iran.”

As reported in the exclusive video, Rosenberg believes the prophecy began its fulfillment in 1979, when millions of Iranians fled the country following the rise of Ayatollah Khomeini. “They fled out of Iran to all ends of the earth. There wasn’t a country to which Iranian people did not flee to get away,” he said. This, he contends, mirrors the scattering foretold in verse 36: “I will scatter them to the four winds.”



But it’s not just dispersion and judgment that Jeremiah foretells. The final verse of the passage offers hope: “In the last days, I will restore the fortunes of Elam.” Rosenberg interprets this as a promise of revival.

“More Muslims have come to faith in Jesus Christ in Iran than all Muslims who’ve ever come to faith in Jesus in the last 14 centuries combined,” Rosenberg said. “Iran is basically going to become a Christian country, not a backslidden, corrupt Christian country, but the most dynamic, exciting, spiritual, Spirit-led country on the planet.”

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Rosenberg acknowledged the current reality of persecution in Iran but believes that God will transform even that suffering into spiritual fire. “That revolutionary fervor that Iranians are famous for… the Holy Spirit is going to flip it… into taking the gospel to the ends of the earth.”

In the face of hardship, the gospel continues to flourish. God’s work is not confined by regimes or repression, it advances boldly in the very places meant to silence it.

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As Iran emerges as an unlikely ground for revival, believers around the world are urged to support their brothers and sisters in prayer. Let us intercede for strength, courage and unwavering faith among the Iranian church, that in the midst of persecution, the light of Jesus would burn ever brighter.

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.




Dr. Phil’s Media Company Files Lawsuit Against TBN Amid Bankruptcy

On the same day it filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Dr. Phil McGraw’s media venture, Merit Street Media, launched a breach of contract lawsuit against the Trinity Broadcasting Network, alleging sabotage and financial misconduct that the company claims led to its financial collapse.

The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Northern District of Texas, accuses TBN of failing to meet contractual obligations and intentionally undermining the partnership.

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Merit Street, a joint venture formed in 2023 between McGraw’s Peteski Productions and TBN, launched Merit TV in April 2024 with the goal of becoming a major player in the cable and streaming landscape through programming like Dr. Phil Primetime.



As reported by Ministry Watch, the complaint claims that TBN failed to provide the promised national distribution of Merit Street’s content, which was allegedly “the linchpin of the agreement.” The suit further states that TBN’s actions “were a conscious, intentional pattern of choices made with full awareness that the consequence of which was to sabotage and seal the fate of a new but already nationally acclaimed network.”

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The filing also accuses TBN of abusing its position as majority stakeholder by imposing unsustainable financial obligations on Merit Street and failing to provide adequate production services. Examples cited include “comically dysfunctional” production support such as faulty video editing equipment and malfunctioning teleprompters.

Merit Street claims these issues contributed to significant operational disruption, leading to the June 2025 layoff of 40 employees and the hiatus of its flagship show.

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The case will continue in bankruptcy court, where Merit Street is also pursuing claims against TCT Ministries, another TBN-affiliated entity. A separate hearing will determine whether a $25-million promissory note assigned to TCT was an improper preferential payment. Proceedings on that claim are expected to continue through the end of July.

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.




Pastor Troy Brewer: Texas Floods Are a Prophetic Warning for America

In a recent episode of The Pulse, Pastor Troy Brewer shared a powerful prophetic perspective on the devastating Texas floods, declaring the event to be “a word for the United States of America.” Brewer emphasized the timing of the flooding on July 4 as a divine signal, saying, “Whenever this thing happened on July the 4th… this is not just about Texas. This is a word for all the United States of America.” He linked the disaster to the nation’s founding, pointing out that 1776 divided by two is 888, the numerical value of the name Jesus in Greek.

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Brewer also highlighted the significance of the location most affected: Kerrville, Texas—home to a 77-foot-7-inch sculpture known as The Empty Cross.



“This is the place where the heavens cross,” he said, referring to the intersection of the October 2023 and April 2024 solar eclipses over that region. “Our hope is in Jesus. Our hope is in the resurrection power of the Lord Jesus Christ.” He further noted the prophetic meaning of the flood victims’ rescue count: “Do you know that there are 888 people rescued out of that river?… 888 is the number of Jesus.”

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Beyond the symbolism, Brewer warned of a spiritual war being waged against the nation’s children. “The wolf is after our children. The woke demonic agenda to sexualize our children and to sweep them away is something that we see happening on a daily basis.” He believes this tragedy, though heartbreaking, may serve as a catalyst for national revival.

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House Swept Downstream With Family Inside: Harrowing Texas Flood Survival Story

In a gripping interview with CBS Austin, Jason Mcham shared the terrifying story of how his home was swept away during the recent Texas floods—with his entire family still inside.

“The house broke loose, hit the tree, spun around, and floated down here,” Mcham told CBS Austin. “And so we’re floating inside the house.”

It all began early in the morning when his family received a flash flood alert. “We got a notification that a severe flash flood was coming our way,” he recalled. “I got up and looked out the window and I said, ‘Hey, there’s a little bit of water on the street,’ which is very typical in this neighborhood. I’ve lived here all my life.”

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But within moments, things turned deadly. “Then the electricity went off. I opened the back door and water was already over the top of our AC unit outside fixing to come in the house. I shut the door. We got everybody up, got clothes on, and then the next thing we know, our house is filling up with water.”

The floodwaters dislodged the house from its foundation, turning it into a vessel adrift in the darkness. “It was dark, so we didn’t know exactly where we were going to end up,” Mcham said. “And of course, the house was falling apart. Water’s pouring in from everywhere. Tree limbs poked through the back wall back there. Tore out the whole back corner of the house.”

With his wife and two daughters by his side, Mcham said they climbed to the highest point they could reach. “All we did was get up here by this window,” he said. “We were scared and we were doing a bunch of praying.”



After about three hours trapped inside the crumbling home, the family was rescued by emergency responders around 8:30 a.m. “Everybody down here, we couldn’t get out. It was a raging river coming through here,” Mcham said. “We had waited in about waist-deep water and got out. The fire department got us all out and took us to the community center.”

When he returned later in the day, the scope of devastation left him speechless. “We were like, ‘Oh my gosh, we were devastated,’” he said. “I knew my place was bad, but I didn’t know how bad my dad’s house was on the corner and all these other places.”

Yet in the midst of destruction, Mcham said he was overwhelmed by the outpouring of support. “All the neighbors, they’ve been so good to us,” he said. “My boss that I work for, all my co-workers, all my subcontractors, they have all been calling me, my builders that I work with, all calling me wanting to come help. It just breaks my heart to see how many people down here helping all of us, just giving us their free labor. Man, it’s amazing. It’s amazing.”

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Though Mcham and his family were spared, many others across Texas are mourning lost loved ones and destroyed homes. “We need help,” he pleaded. “A lot of us are homeless. We have nowhere to go. Some of them have flood insurance, some of them don’t.”

In the chaos and confusion, Mcham credits prayer for guiding them through. “We were doing a bunch of praying… watching the water rise and saying our prayers that nobody died.”

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Now, as the waters recede and communities begin the long road to recovery, believers are urged to pray for God’s peace, healing and comfort over the many families still suffering.

As Jesus commanded in Luke 21:36, “Watch therefore, and pray always…” — because in these turbulent times, prayer remains our anchor, and hope in Christ our firm foundation.

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.




Jewish Worship Returns to the Temple Mount: A Prophetic Milestone Unfolds in Real Time

A historic and prophetic shift has occurred on the Temple Mount, and it’s a development that carries immense biblical significance. For the first time since the destruction of the second temple nearly 2,000 years ago, Jewish worshippers are being allowed to sing and dance openly across the entire mount, a place long considered the most contested sacred site on earth.

This change marks a significant departure from a policy that had been enforced since 1967, when Israel reclaimed the Old City of Jerusalem during the Six-Day War. Until now, Jewish visitors to the mount were forbidden from any outward expression of worship, including singing, prayer, or even silent reverence. Those who attempted to do so risked being detained or banned from the site. That prohibition has now been lifted under orders from Israeli leadership, effectively opening the door for a visible return of Jewish worship on the mount.

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This development is not just politically groundbreaking. It is prophetically profound.

A Key Step Toward the Third Temple

The restoration of Jewish worship on the Temple Mount aligns directly with several key biblical prophecies. In the book of Revelation, chapter 11 describes a time when a temple will once again stand in Jerusalem, a place where worshippers will gather and where the outer court will be given over to the Gentiles for a time. This vision implies the existence of a functioning temple that, until now, has remained only a prophetic promise.

Similarly, in Matthew 24, Jesus speaks of the “abomination of desolation” standing in the holy place, a reference to a future desecration of a restored temple. While the second temple was destroyed in A.D. 70, that event appears to have been only a shadow of what is to come. The restoration of worship on the Temple Mount is seen by many as the first visible step toward the eventual rebuilding of that third temple.

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The prophet Daniel also wrote of a future ruler who would make a covenant for seven years, only to break it halfway through by putting an end to temple sacrifices. This, too, presumes that a temple and sacrificial system will be in place, further emphasizing the significance of renewed Jewish worship on the mount.

Setting the Stage for the Final Events

The apostle Paul, in 2 Thessalonians, warned of a coming “man of lawlessness” who would exalt himself above every god and set himself up in the temple of God, claiming to be God. This ultimate act of desecration is central to end-times prophecy and again requires a functioning temple in Jerusalem.

What was once thought impossible due to political and religious opposition now appears increasingly plausible. With Jewish worship reinstated, the spiritual and governmental climate in Israel is shifting in a way that could soon allow for the physical rebuilding of the temple.

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And yet, while the construction of a third temple may be on the prophetic horizon, believers are reminded of a deeper truth. According to the New Testament, the true temple of God is no longer found in a building made by human hands. It is found in the hearts of those who follow Jesus Christ. The Spirit of God dwells within believers — a temple that no antichrist, no political ruler, and no worldly power can defile.

Living in Prophetic Times

From the rebirth of Israel in 1948 to the return of Jerusalem to Jewish control in 1967 and now the restoration of worship on the Temple Mount, every step has followed the biblical timeline with stunning precision. These aren’t symbolic or metaphorical trends, they are real, measurable events playing out on the world stage just as Scripture foretold.

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In the midst of rising global chaos, moral decline and spiritual deception, Christians can take heart. The darkness may be growing, but so is the evidence that the return of Jesus Christ is drawing near. And with that assurance comes a call: to live with eternity in mind, to walk in holiness, to share the gospel boldly, and to remain steadfast in faith.

Because prophecy is not simply about knowing what’s to come, it’s about being ready when it does.

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.




Is the Abyss Awakening? Perry Stone Connects Ring of Fire Activity to End-Times Signs

In his latest teaching, renowned Bible prophecy teacher Perry Stone unpacks a stirring connection between current geological upheavals and the spiritual signs of the times, calling believers to stay alert and steadfast in their walk with God. Titled The Abyss is Awakening, the message ties natural phenomena, like increased earthquakes, volcanic activity and strange oceanic events, to biblical prophecy and the soon return of Jesus.

“There’s definitely activity taking place now, even as I’m talking to you, around the area of the Ring of Fire,” Stone said. Referencing over 1,000 tremors near Japan just in late June and early July, he added, “Japan’s agency that tracks the earthquakes has noticed a 340% increase in tremors compared to the previous decade average.”

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Stone also noted the appearance of oarfish—long associated with seismic folklore in Japan—washing ashore before recent quakes. “These appear during major earthquakes,” he said. “Oddly enough, when these 10,000 tremors occurred in that island south of Japan, these oarfish had washed up right before that.”

A Call to Confidence in Christ

Despite the unsettling nature of these signs, Stone’s tone remains hopeful, rooted in biblical assurance. Quoting Jesus’ words in Matthew 24 and Luke 21, he reminded viewers: “These things are going to happen. The sea and the waves are going to be roaring.” But for the believer, that’s not a reason to fear, it’s a reason to prepare.



“Don’t live that way,” he said of a fearful mindset. “Live with your confidence in the Lord.”

Stone tied these events into Joel 2’s prophetic imagery, “blood, fire, pillar of smoke,” which he believes represents volcanic eruptions that will precede the tribulation. Yet amid the shakings, he urges viewers not to be shaken in their faith.

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“Get your house in order. Get your life in order. Make sure you’re following the Lord,” Stone said. “One of these days, you’ll go to find Perry Stone’s YouTube channel, and Perry Stone won’t be there… Serve him now. Be ready to go at any time.”

Watch and Pray

As world events continue to echo scriptural warnings, Stone encourages believers to live with expectation, not anxiety.

“Keep your eyes on Jesus, the author and finisher of your faith,” he said. “Be sober, be vigilant… Watch as well as pray.”

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For those who are ready, these signs are not just warnings, they are reminders of the blessed hope.

Let the shaking awaken us, not frighten us. As Stone put it: “The signs should cause us to rejoice inwardly to say, ‘Wow, Jesus told us it was coming.’”

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.




Bible Prophecy Is Unfolding—Here’s What You Need to Know Now

Pastors Tom Hughes and James Kaddis dive into one of the most talked-about end-times prophecies in a powerful new podcast. With clarity and conviction, they unpack Ezekiel 38 and explain how today’s headlines are aligning with biblical prophecy. From rising tensions in the Middle East to shifting alliances between nations, this is a conversation every believer should pay attention to.

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This isn’t just another news commentary, it’s a biblically grounded look at what’s really happening behind the scenes. Hughes and Kaddis bring both pastoral insight and real-world perspective, equipping viewers to think clearly, stay informed and stay rooted in the truth of God’s Word.

Take note of these critical takeaways from their conversation:

  • Why Rosh in Ezekiel 38 points directly to Russia
  • Iran’s growing threats toward Jordan and Israel’s eastern borders
  • Turkey’s push to revive the Islamic Caliphate under Erdoğan
  • The rise of deception in religion, media and politics—just as Jesus warned in Matthew 24
  • How radical Islam targets vulnerable groups to expand influence
  • Why Israel’s peace and prosperity are the exact targets mentioned in prophecy
  • The importance of biblical discernment in a time filled with false predictions

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Watch the full episode below to get the full picture and understand how prophecy is coming to life right now.

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James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.