As the dust settles from the U.S. strike against three Iranian nuclear facilities over the weekend, attention is turning to the name of the military operation that carried it out: Midnight Hammer. President Donald Trump, who announced the strike via social media and later during a televised address, is once again stirring comparisons between himself and the ancient Persian king Cyrus.

In Scripture, Cyrus was God’s appointed vessel, a battle-axe of divine reckoning. In Jeremiah 51:20, God declares: “You are My battle-ax and weapon of war: for with you I will break in pieces the nations, and with you I will destroy kingdoms,” (MEV). Cyrus not only crushed Israel’s enemies, but issued the edict to rebuild the Second Temple in Jerusalem.

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Could history be repeating itself? Could Trump, like Cyrus, be used to break the grip of hostile nations and clear the path toward restoring what once was?

The operation’s name, “Midnight Hammer,” feels steeped in biblical imagery. Midnight speaks of darkness just before dawn, a time when the world still sleeps but heaven prepares to act. Could this strike mark a turning point, a prophetic shift into a new day when Israel and the United States rise together to fulfill their historic purposes?

On the ground in Jerusalem, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu took a bold spiritual stance. Before Israel’s missions against Iran, he visited the Western Wall and placed a handwritten note quoting Numbers 23:24: “A people rises up as a great lion, and lifts itself up like a lion; it shall not lie down until it eats the prey and drinks the blood of the slain.”

The note and prayer send a clear signal: Israel will not relent. The operation’s name, “Rising Lion,” confirms that resolve and aligns closely with the prophetic picture of Israel’s spiritual and military awakening.

But there is another layer, one rooted deep in the history of the Temple Mount. Babylon destroyed the First Temple, and in time, God brought that empire to total ruin. Centuries later, the Roman Empire tore down the Second Temple, and ruin eventually came for them as well.

So we must ask: Will God bring ruin once again to those who desecrate His holy mountain today? Is divine justice already stirring against those who trample the sacred grounds?

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New York Times best-selling author Jonathan Cahn previously alluded to this in his book The Oracle, in which he quoted Netanyahu as saying:

I want to tell you that the Jewish people have a long memory. So we remember the proclamation of King Cyrus the Great—Persian King. Twenty-five hundred years ago, he proclaimed that the Jewish exiles in Babylon can come back and rebuild our temple in Jerusalem.

Such questions become even more timely as the Jewish observance of Tisha B’Av approaches, a day of fasting and mourning for the destruction of both the First and Second Temples, both falling on the very same date in history. Could God use this solemn moment to shift attention back to the Temple Mount, this time in the presence of a leader many view as modern-day Cyrus?

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If Israel were to reassert control over the Temple Mount, would it ignite global outrage? Could this move finally set in motion the end-times opposition prophesied in Scripture, where “all nations” turn against Jerusalem?

Only God knows how these events will unfold. But as America wields the hammer in midnight hours and Israel rises like a lion, the shadows of Babylon, Cyrus and Rome seem closer than ever.

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.

As tensions erupt in the Middle East following U.S. airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites, Watchman River podcast host Tom Cote is warning that the world is witnessing Bible prophecy unfold in real time.

“Everything is ready for the seven-year tribulation to take place,” Cote said. “All the technology is there for the mark of the beast. All of the technology is there for a one world monetary system. AI has blown our minds at how fast it’s come out and how fast it’s improving, and they are throwing it at us without our consent quickly.”

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Referencing the prophesied end-times covenant in Daniel 9:27, Cote said, “The seven-year tribulation begins when the Antichrist confirms or strengthens a covenant. It might be the Abraham Accords… but when that is signed, the seven-year tribulation begins. I believe we are raptured before that seven-year tribulation begins.”

In his latest episode, Cote compared the unfolding global chaos to “puzzle pieces” forming a clear picture of what is to come. “When you have a puzzle… you can’t grab one piece and say, ‘Well, this whole puzzle is a cheeseburger’ by looking at one piece,” he said. “It’s not until you start clicking everything into place and the picture is forming.”

Cote believes the timeline of redemptive history is nearing its final chapter. “Jesus was crucified, died, was buried, rose again 2,000 years ago approximately… and we believe that there will be 1,000 years coming up which is the 7,000th year, which was the Sabbath millennium, when Jesus will rule and reign from a throne in Jerusalem after His Second Coming.”

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The recent escalation between the U.S., Israel and Iran may mark a major prophetic shift, Cote noted. “What went on last night was major and we’ve turned another corner,” he said, referring to the U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. “Events are going to snowball to the signing of the covenant and the rapture that happens before then, snowball quickly.”

He also warned of the rising hostility toward Israel and the Jewish people, saying, “You’re about to see the world turn against Israel like you’ve never seen it in your life… it’s prophesied. When you’re seeing it within the church, that’s where you’re in scary waters right there.”

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While many look to diplomacy or military strategy for solutions, Cote offered a different lens: “It’s a spiritual thing. Satan knows his time is short.”

Cote urged viewers to take the signs seriously and be spiritually alert. “Look up. Keep your eyes on Jesus. It’s so important. There’s so many traps to fall into. There’s so much deception to fall into.”

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.

In 2014, the late prophetic voice Kim Clement delivered a word that is proving to be more relevant now than ever. On Dec. 12, of that year, he urged believers to pray for America, Israel and the ecclesia, declaring that “God has not finished with this nation yet.”

At the time, President Barack Obama occupied the White House. Clement issued a warning likening Obama to King Saul, accusing him of sparing the enemies of God and warning that if the king would not deal with them, then God would raise up a prophet. Clement’s words were piercing: “You cannot spare them, Obama. They are not spareable.”

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Fast-forward to today, and the United States, under President Donald Trump, appears to be in a completely different posture. Just last weekend, the U.S. military, under Trump’s command, launched strikes against Iran’s nuclear infrastructure. B-2 stealth bombers released multiple bunker buster bombs on the Fordow nuclear site, while Tomahawk missiles targeted facilities in Natanz and Isfahan. The message to Iran, and the world, was unmistakable: America is no longer willing to tolerate threats of nuclear escalation.

As reported earlier, Clement foresaw a clash involving Iran, Saudi Arabia and even Russia. He told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to “forget Iran for a minute” and “look to other countries,” implying a larger, more complex web of threats. Yet he declared confidently: “While these cats and dogs are fighting, America shall begin to bloom.”

And bloom it may. In his prophecy, Clement predicted a “seven-year period of prosperity” and a surge of creativity, innovation and oil production in the United States. He proclaimed: “A new energy is coming and it’s coming soon.”

Could this weekend’s bold military action, this decisive stand against the enemies of God, be the very kind of obedience Clement said would unlock revival and national restoration?

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We’re seeing a stark contrast between the hesitation of the previous administration and the assertiveness of today’s leadership. Trump has long been compared to Cyrus, the Persian king who, despite not being an Israelite, was chosen by God to bless His people and restore Jerusalem. Like Cyrus, Trump is acting decisively, defending Israel and positioning America as a global protector rather than an appeaser of evil.

The church must now heed Clement’s first call: “Pray, pray, pray.” Our intercession is not finished. America may have turned a corner, but the fight, both spiritual and geopolitical, is far from over.

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If Clement was right, and America is now acting in obedience by standing with Israel and confronting evil, then we may soon see the dawn of a prophetic promise: the revival, restoration and prosperity of a nation once again aligned with the purposes of God, as well as the return of the Jewish Temple atop the Temple Mount.

Let those with ears to hear take courage, God is not finished with America.

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.

The sudden and large-scale conflict between Israel and Iran has intensified concerns that the world may soon turn against the Jewish state, aligning with long-foretold biblical prophecy.

The war began when Israel launched a sweeping strike on Iran’s nuclear and military infrastructure, targeting over 100 high-value locations including research facilities, generals, and radar systems. The coordinated operation involved warplanes, drones and advanced targeting systems. Iran retaliated with hundreds of missiles and drones, many of which were intercepted, but some struck residential areas in Tel Aviv and Haifa, resulting in widespread destruction and civilian casualties.

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Current reports place the death toll at more than 224 in Iran and over two dozen in Israel, with hundreds more injured. The Israeli government now claims full air superiority over Tehran, while Iran’s Revolutionary Guard has pledged more devastating retaliation.

Public reaction has begun to reflect a possible turning point in global opinion. A prominent online streamer, Asmongold, with no religious affiliation remarked that if Israel were to use nuclear weapons in its defense, the world would likely unite against it. Though speculative, such a scenario closely resembles descriptions found in Bible prophecy, which speaks of all nations aligning against Israel in the final days.

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Just before the strike, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the Western Wall in Jerusalem, symbolically seeking divine guidance ahead of military action. The act echoed ancient biblical traditions of Israel’s leaders turning to God before entering battle, reinforcing the religious weight behind the nation’s current position.

Biblical prophecy has long foretold of a time when the nations of the world would surround Jerusalem in hostility. Scriptural references in Zechariah and Revelation point to an era of intense global opposition to Israel, culminating in a climactic conflict before the return of Christ. These prophecies also anticipate the rise of a deceptive world leader who will establish a peace agreement with Israel, only to betray it halfway through a seven-year period marked by tribulation.

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Critical to this timeline is the rebuilding of the Jewish temple in Jerusalem. Developments in recent years indicate this goal is progressing. Ritual items have been reconstructed, red heifers necessary for purification have been bred and prepared, and Jewish presence on the Temple Mount is increasing—all signs that align with prophetic expectations.

At the same time, anti-Israel sentiment is rising, even among those who profess Christian faith. Accusations that Israel has lost divine favor or become aligned with evil are increasingly voiced online. Biblical warnings in Matthew point to a time of deception, betrayal and lawlessness in the final generation, when even believers may be misled.

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While chaos builds and prophetic signs continue to manifest, the biblical call remains unchanged: to stand firm in faith, reject fear and live in readiness. The conflict unfolding in the Middle East may be another marker on the road toward fulfillment of prophecy, as Jerusalem remains at the heart of global unrest.

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.

In a recent video message, author and prophetic minister Rick Joyner warned of a coming trial unlike any he had previously expected, one centered around immense financial blessing for a specific group of end-times believers.

“There’s a trial coming, a major trial,” Joyner said. “…We know about the one, the mark of the beast. There’s a reason for that. There’s a reason why it’s an economic mark. It’s because probably the ultimate idol of the human heart is money.”

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Joyner emphasized that idolatry involves misplaced trust. “An idol isn’t just something you love, it’s what you put your trust in, in place of God. And that’s one of the number one things. So He has fundamentally got to deal with this issue.”

According to Joyner, God is raising up people who will walk in the miraculous works of Christ and beyond. “There are people that are called in this day to walk in the works that He did, and even greater works. I know some of them, I’ve met some of them,” he said. “Enoch prophesied about them. They’re prophesied in the book of Jude, the mighty ones who are coming.”

He cited the phrase “mighty 10,000” as a literal translation from Scripture, describing a remnant who will display unprecedented supernatural power. But with that power, he said, comes a surprising test.

“You know what He said the test was that was coming to every one of them? Extraordinary wealth. Over-the-top wealth. And it is a test,” Joyner said. “How are they going to use it?”

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Joyner cautioned that such financial favor is a proving ground. “He cannot trust them with the riches of the kingdom, and that’s what we’re talking about in these unprecedented miracles and all that God is going to pour out on the earth, and the test is: what are they going to do when they’re handling mega finances?”

He pointed to biblical patriarchs as models of eternal perspective. “Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, it says they lived in tents. They were so wealthy, they made kings jealous,” Joyner noted. “They said, ‘No, tents are good. I’m good with this tent.’”

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Joyner urged viewers to think beyond material gain. “We want to be generous because we want our seed to be multiplied, not for raising our standard of living. It’s for raising our standard of giving.”

The minister concluded his remarks with a sober reminder: “Some of you are going to be trusted with mega wealth, and it’s a test.”

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.

The prophetic word recently delivered by Tomi Arayomi carries a striking urgency that echoes the call of Scripture: mediocrity has no place in the life of a believer.

Rooted in Daniel 6:3, where “Daniel distinguished himself above the governors and satraps, because an excellent spirit was in him,” Arayomi declared a charge to the Body of Christ for the next five years: rise with excellence and prayer, together.

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“For the Lord says I am lifting you to a place where I want to give you access to new realms and echelons of influence,” Arayomi said. “But the Lord says you will not excel without excellence.”

Spiritual breakthrough, he says, is not sustained by prayer alone, and excellence without prayer will crumble under pressure. “I will no longer allow you to achieve an excelling by prayer without excellence,” he continued. “Neither… will I allow you to achieve an excelling by excellence without prayer.”

The apostle Paul wrote something strikingly similar in Colossians 3:23: “And whatever you do, do it heartily, as for the Lord and not for men.” Excellence is not a side effect of Christian living, it is evidence of it. Arayomi’s word reminds believers that excellence is not about perfectionism. “Perfectionism will kill excellence like Cain killed Abel,” he warned, calling attention to the destructive nature of legalism and unrealistic striving. Instead, excellence is about being diligent, intentional and obedient in what God has called us to do, both spiritually and practically.

And it’s not just about doing well, but understanding what’s expected. “You will learn the expected before you ever know the excellent,” Arayomi declared, emphasizing the need to meet God’s standards before aiming beyond them.

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As Christians often look to prayer alone as a means of advancement, this word challenges that mindset. “Prayer will get you there but an excellent spirit will keep you there,” Arayomi said. Using the example of Joseph, he added, “As prayer got Joseph into Pharaoh’s company… it was an excellent spirit and knowing what Pharaoh should do that secured him there.”

The message is sobering: open doors don’t stay open for the prayerful alone, they stay open for those who carry the character to sustain the promotion. In a culture where many believers cry out for breakthrough, Arayomi reminds us that God is not in the business of promoting people who aren’t ready. “Gone are the days where your testimony is I was promoted and then I lost my job,” he said.

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This prophetic word is a wake-up call to the church: the Lord is offering new levels of authority and influence, but not without the weight of responsibility. “I am setting over you five years to come into new realms and new territories by prayer and excellence,” Arayomi said.

As we move forward, let us remember: we don’t represent a God of chaos and compromise. We serve a King of excellence, and our lives should reflect nothing less.

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.

At a recent Prophecy Watchers conference, researcher and author Josh Peck tackled the controversial theory that CERN, the European particle physics laboratory housing the world’s largest atom collider, could be tied to the prophetic events of Revelation 9.

The question he posed to the crowd was simple yet sobering: “Is CERN opening demonic portals?”

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For Peck, the discussion wasn’t just scientific curiosity, it was a call to spiritual discernment rooted in Scripture.

Given Permission to Open the Bottomless Pit

Peck pointed to the CERN facility’s location in St. Genis-Pouilly, France, where ancient towns once honored the god Apollo. “Now interestingly enough,” Peck said, “Pili used to be a small Roman city by the name of Apaleum… it’s believed that it was given that name out of dedication to the god Apalon, or as we might recognize, Apollo.”

He then drew attention to the passage in Revelation 9, where a being named Apollyon is mentioned as the king of the bottomless pit: “And they had a king over them, which is the angel of the bottomless pit, whose name in the Hebrew tongue is Abaddon, but in the Greek tongue hath his name Apollyon.”

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Peck warned that while we may not yet see the full fulfillment of this prophecy, CERN could be part of the precursor mechanism that enables such apocalyptic events. “Is it possible that CERN might have something to do with the opening of the bottomless pit described in Revelation 9?” he asked. “Obviously this wouldn’t be today, this is in the tribulation, but could that be the catalyst?”

Technology as a Gateway to the Demonic?

Peck dove deeper into the possibility that CERN’s pursuit of the graviton, a theoretical particle believed to pass between dimensions, could be more than just scientific progress. “The math predicts that gravitons can escape our three dimensions of space,” he explained. “Physicists are already coming up with ways to utilize that natural ability.”

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“The idea is to manipulate the spin of gravitons… string them together… and then next they would send the strings of gravitons to higher dimensions… finally they would just set up a particle detector and wait for a response.”

He didn’t mince words on who, or what, might be answering on the other side: “We as Christians know what’s beyond our physical universe and what kind of entities dwell there… the only things they’ll be able to communicate with are fallen angels and demons.”

“Hell Is Literally Poured Out on the Earth”

Referencing Revelation 9:1–3, Peck walked attendees through the terrifying imagery of the abyss being opened: “And there came out of the smoke locusts upon the earth; and unto them was given power, as the scorpions of the earth have power.” He continued, “This is their punishment. This is what they reap. Now if you belong to Jesus, this punishment is not for you.”

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While warning of terrifying biblical prophecies potentially aligning with modern science, Peck did not end with fear, but with a challenge: “Today is the day to get that taken care of. Right now. Call out to Jesus if you haven’t already and be spiritually born again in His name.”

Time to Wake Up and Read Revelation

Peck’s message is not one of panic but preparedness. Christians are called not only to observe the signs of the times but to understand them through the lens of God’s Word. Revelation is not a book to fear, it is one to study, especially in these days of accelerating scientific advancement and spiritual deception.

Now more than ever, it’s time for believers to open their Bibles, read Revelation for themselves and discern the signs of the times we are living in.

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.

A Revelation of Jesus, Not Just Prophecy

“This is a revelation of Jesus Christ,” John Bevere says with unmistakable conviction. “It’s not a revelation of things that are going to happen like bombs and plagues and everything else.”

That may surprise many who avoid the book of Revelation out of fear or confusion. But as John and his son Arden Bevere make clear in their recent podcast episode, this final book of the Bible is not merely an apocalypse, it’s a love letter from Christ to His church.

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“These letters are written from Jesus personally to these seven churches,” John explains. “I have several times been reading these chapters where these letters are written … and literally wept as I felt the Holy Spirit convicting me of areas that needed to change in my life.”

A Blessing to Read and Hear

In a world where chaos and confusion dominate headlines, Revelation offers a powerful promise: “God blesses the one who reads the words of this prophecy to the church and he blesses all who listen,” John reads from Revelation 1:3. “There’s a double blessing here.”

This blessing is not just for ancient congregations in Asia Minor, but for believers today. “At any given time over the past 2,000 years, there are churches around the world that can fit into one of these seven churches,” John says. “The word of God is not bound to a time period.”

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A Vision That Changes Everything

John recounts the vision given to the apostle John: “His head and his hair were white like wool, as white as snow, and His eyes were like flames of fire… His face was like the sun in all its brilliance.”

He reminds listeners that this vision is not just historical, it’s personal. “Jesus said, ‘Then the righteous will shine forth as the sun in the kingdom of their Father.’”

What John saw, and what every believer is promised, is nothing less than transformation: “Beloved, now we are the children of God… but we know that when He is revealed, we shall be like Him.”

Don’t Abandon the Church

For anyone who has become comfortable with virtual sermons and personal spirituality, John offers a sobering reminder: “Jesus said when we gather together, not on YouTube, when we’re gathered together, He said, ‘There I am in the midst of them.’”

He points to Hebrews 10:25 and urges believers not to neglect assembling together, especially “as you see the day of the Lord approaching.”

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“Please, don’t fall into that trap,” he pleads. “Get back in your local church where God has placed you.”

You’re Called to Endure, and Reign

Whether you’re facing personal trials or observing growing hostility toward the church worldwide, this message carries urgency. “It is appointed to us not only to believe in Jesus but also to suffer for His sake,” John says. “If we handle suffering correctly, it actually brings us closer to Him.”

“Jesus is making His children into kings and queens,” John adds. “We are going to rule and reign with Him in the millennium.”

Now Is the Time to Dive In

“Revelation is not just a prophecy, it’s a preparation,” John emphasizes. “It’s the most intimate unveiling of Jesus in the entire Bible.”

So if you’ve ever hesitated to read Revelation, let this be your wake-up call. As John declared, “This is Jesus talking, I am the Almighty One… I died, but look, I am alive forever and ever, and I hold the keys to death and the grave.”

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He’s not just coming soon, He’s calling now.

Lift Up the Church in Prayer

As John and Arden encourage, we must also pray: for the persecuted church, for the lukewarm church, and for our own hearts. Revelation isn’t a book in the Bible to fear. It’s a call to rise, repent and return to our first love.

Read the letters. Feel the conviction. Receive the blessing.

Jesus is in the midst of His church, and He’s not done with us yet.

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.

In a Spirit-filled service marked by powerful testimonies and unwavering conviction, Pastor Jentezen Franklin welcomed Ambassador Dr. Yechiel Leiter of Israel to Free Chapel, where the congregation stood united in love and support for the Jewish state. The ambassador’s words, born from both personal tragedy and national resolve, stirred hearts and reminded all in attendance that Israel’s fight is not just for survival, but for truth.

The ambassador, who flew directly from Jerusalem, expressed deep gratitude to Pastor Franklin and the congregation: “I want to thank you and your congregation and all of your followers for all the wonderful support you give us. And it’s heartfelt.”

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Leiter addressed the ongoing war in Gaza with sobering clarity. “We’re not just in a battle for our security,” he said. “We’re in a battle for, really, I would say, truth.” He cited recent media misinformation, including false claims that Israeli tanks had fired on civilians waiting for aid. “It was a lie. Never happened,” he said, adding, “What they did was put a stain of Cain on our forehead and expect us to cower and succumb.”

“But what the Jewish people are now saying is we’re not going to succumb,” he continued. “We were attacked on Oct. 7th. They slaughtered 1,200 of our people. We cannot have jihadis living at our border… If it’s going to take some time, it may have to take some time. Because the world is in a state of confusion… But we’re going to weather the storm. We’ve been doing that for a long time… We did it in exile and now that we’ve come home, we’re not going to cower either. We’re going to weather this storm. We’re going to come out on top.”

Franklin responded with conviction, declaring, “We are fulfilling prophecy… Genesis 12 and verse 3: ‘I will bless those that bless Israel… and all the families of the earth shall be blessed.’” He reminded the audience that Free Chapel has donated over $28 million in partnership with the Jewish National Fund, building schools, bomb shelters, medical facilities and trauma recovery centers in southern Israel.

But the moment took a deeply personal turn as the ambassador shared his family’s loss. “My oldest son Moshe is the commander of forces that led our divisions into Gaza, and on the 15th day of the war, he fell,” he said. “He was a father of six children. He was 39. After spending 15 years in special ops in the Air Force, our equivalent of your Delta Force, he left me six grandchildren, and he was my best friend.”

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He revealed how his son’s death changed the course of his own life. “When the prime minister called me, he said, ‘I know you don’t want to go into public life, but why don’t you ask Moshe what he would say?’ Somewhere from the Garden of Eden he came down and said to me, ‘Dad, now you’ve got to live for me too.’”

Pastor Franklin then turned to the congregation. “These people, Mr. Ambassador, are some of the most loving, supporting Israel people… They’re not being taught… to be anti-Semitic. They’re being taught that our faith… we only have because of the land of Israel and the Jewish people that have given us the Torah.”

Leiter reinforced the spiritual and historical foundation of Israel’s right to the land: “Two millennia before the Romans called the land of Israel Palestine, there was a land called Israel and a people called Israel and a commonwealth called Israel and temples that were the capitals of Israel… And we didn’t allow years of exile to erase the bond between the people of Israel and the land of Israel.”

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As the congregation looked on, he declared, “Zionism didn’t begin in the 19th century. Zionism began with the birth of the Jewish people when Abraham ascended the land… We’ve ascended the land again, we’ve come home, and we’re not leaving again. We’re not going to be defeated.”

In this powerful convergence of biblical truth, personal sacrifice and prophetic conviction, one thing was unmistakable: the spirit of Israel endures, and so does the call for Christians around the world to stand with her.

Now more than ever, let us lift up Israel in prayer, for her safety, for her strength and for the fulfillment of every promise God has spoken over His people.

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.

As nuclear threats loom larger in global headlines, evangelist Perry Stone is connecting current world events to a prophetic vision he received more than a decade ago. With an urgent tone, Stone warns viewers to “pay attention” to the unfolding situation with Iran, Israel and the broader world.

“This is going to be a very, very important update,” Stone said in a recent video. “I received an additional insight into a vision I had years ago that I had never thought about. In fact, it gives me, you know, they talk about the chills or the goosebumps, it gives me that just getting ready to talk about this to you.”

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Vision of Spinning Towers and a Frightened Market

Referencing his 2022 book The Visions, Stone revisits a prophetic image involving five nuclear towers, two of which began spinning and transforming into tornadoes. “The closest tower on the left began to spin, taking on the form of a massive tornado. The reaction from the first tower set in motion a spinning reaction at the second tower,” he recalled.

Only recently did Stone connect the symbolism of the spinning towers to uranium enrichment. “I just found something… it has to do with uranium. Yes, uranium is spun in a gaseous form as part of the process to make enriched uranium. And I went, ‘Whoa.’”

The vision, which he now believes could be linked to Iran’s nuclear program, also included imagery of bulls fleeing in fear. “The bulls were in a running mode, and they were frightened by something that involved what was taking place with the nuclear towers,” Stone said. “I think that very represents… the stock markets in general, not just here in America.”

Two Bleached Trees and a Prophetic Warning

Stone also saw two tall, dead trees near the towers, stripped of fruit and leaves, but still rooted. “Could that be Iran and Israel? Could it be Iran and the United States? Could it be Israel and the United States?” he asked. “I do know there’s two of something coming out of this that will be affected.”

Emphasizing that this was a vision, not a dream, Stone said it may have been given as a warning that has taken 15 to 20 years to manifest. “It shows you can have a vision that becomes a warning, but it may be many years till that warning comes to pass.”

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In tying this to Scripture, Stone reminded viewers of God’s prophetic authority: “God mocks the idols in the book of Isaiah and says, ‘Can your idol do this? Can the idol you’re worshiping give you the future? I declare the end from the beginning.’”

Discern the Signs and Stay Spiritually Awake

Stone continued with a stark alert about Iranian leadership, claiming that “it is believed that [Iran’s leader] has left the country and he’s in a bunker in another country,” while noting that “Israel knows where he is.”

This may very well be the moment when prophecy and geopolitics converge according to Stone. “If this is true… it does really appear that this is the fulfillment of the vision.”

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It would behoove all believers to stay spiritually alert, seek discernment through the Word of God and not dismiss such warnings lightly. As Stone said, “When God shows you something, it’s to show people, one, that God still speaks; two, that God gives prophetic warnings; and three, that God knows what’s happening.”

Now more than ever, it’s time to discern the times, and the signs.

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.