In a time of global upheaval, Pastor Matt Freeman sees biblical prophecy coming alive. Speaking on Prophecy Watchers, Freeman connects current events to Scripture, particularly the book of Zechariah, calling on believers to recognize the prophetic significance of our era.

“The land promised to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob was granted by an eternal decree,” Freeman says. “It had nothing to do with Israel’s obedience—it was unconditional. This land is yours.” Despite this promise, he notes, “Israel is occupying the smallest sliver of it possible.”

The geographical boundaries of the promised land stretch from the Euphrates River through Iraq to the Nile River in Egypt, a vast territory fraught with modern conflicts. Freeman points to recently discovered oil and gas reserves near Israel, which could further stoke global tensions. “Right off the coast of Israel, they found this huge gas and oil reserve,” he explains. “That could be the reason why, in the Gog and Magog War, Russia comes down to seek…wealth.”

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Freeman links these developments to Zechariah’s vivid prophecies about Jesus and His return. He highlights Zechariah 9:9, which foretells the Messiah’s triumphal entry into Jerusalem on a donkey, and Zechariah 11:12-13, which predicts His betrayal for 30 pieces of silver. These events, fulfilled precisely during Jesus’ earthly ministry, demonstrate the precision of God’s Word.

“When you study the life of Jesus, He always slipped away when they tried to grab Him, saying, ‘My time’s not yet,’” Freeman says. “But the one day He orchestrated it to fulfill Zechariah 9:9 on the exact day Daniel 9 prophesied.”

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Freeman also shows Zechariah’s chilling description of the end times. In Zechariah 14, he explains, Jesus returns to destroy His enemies with the word of His mouth, unraveling the atomic structure that holds all matter together. “Their eyes melt in their sockets, and their tissue melts away,” Freeman says, emphasizing the devastation described in Scripture.

This, he notes, aligns with Colossians 1:17, which declares, “By Him all things consist.” Freeman marvels at the recent scientific discovery that sound waves hold atoms together, a concept long affirmed by the Bible. “Jesus spoke everything into existence, and by the word of His mouth, all things are held together,” he says.

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While these prophecies seem daunting, Freeman reminds believers of the hope found in Jesus. “The testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy,” he says, quoting Revelation 19:10. “Everything prophetic in the Word of God speaks of Jesus somehow. You just have to find how.”

Freeman calls for discernment as the world grows increasingly tumultuous. “From Russia to Northeast Africa to Turkey, which is where the seven churches were located, the land is as hot as can be right now,” he warns. Global maneuvering, economic interests and spiritual opposition to God’s promises signal that biblical prophecy is unfolding in real-time.

As Freeman’s insights reveal, now is not the time for complacency. Christians must remain observant, grounded in Scripture and prayerful.

Biblical prophecy is not just a prediction—it’s a call to action.

Zechariah’s words, written thousands of years ago, remain a powerful reminder that God’s promises are eternal, and His plan is in motion. Believers today are called to watch, discern and hold fast to the hope of Christ’s return, trusting in our God who fulfills every word.

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The turnaround of American culture since Donald Trump claimed victory in the 2024 presidential election is an astonishing phenomenon.

People are now courageously proclaiming the name of Jesus Christ, while in years past many had been wary of doing so thanks in part to the “cancel culture” that has infected American society.

Now, the name of Jesus is being declared far and wide, and in the most unlikely places.

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It is no surprise that the Ultimate Fighting Championship sector is predominantly pro-Trump. He gets standing ovations and chants of “Trump! Trump! Trump!” at every fight night he attends, so when heavyweight champion Jon “Bones” Jones gave President-elect Trump a shout-out, danced in Trump’s style and even gave him the championship belt to hold, it seemed very in place for the event.

Yet when Jones, who has had a history of suspensions and struggles at the top of the mixed-martial arts world outside of the ring, publicly and boldly declared his faith in Jesus Christ, the world listened.

While being interviewed inside the Octagon by none other than Joe Rogan after his victory over Stipe Miocic, Jones lifted Jesus above himself after his win.

God bless Jon Jones.

"While everybody's cheering and so happy, I want to acknowledge Jesus Christ." pic.twitter.com/gYp6Nni7vw

— George (@BehizyTweets) November 17, 2024

“While everybody’s cheering and so happy, I want to acknowledge Jesus Christ,” Jones says. “I tell you what, man, I cannot take credit for a gift like this, man.

“I really owe it all to Him,” he continues.

Not content with just thanking Jesus for the victories he had accrued throughout his storied UFC career, Jones went on to encourage the millions watching, and even more who would watch later, that they are not alone.

“I know that there’s millions of people around the world watching right now,” Jones shares. “I just want to let you guys know that Jesus loves you so much.”

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We live in a world where we must choose a side. We are either going to be on the side of Jesus Christ, or we will be on the side that is against Him.

Jones has chosen, in front of millions of people worldwide, to publicly declare the goodness of Jesus Christ. We know what awaits those who choose to follow in Jones’ footsteps because of the words of Jesus in Matthew 10:32-33, and what awaits those who deny His Lordship:

“Whoever will confess Me before men, him will I confess also before My Father who is in heaven. But whoever will deny Me before men, him will I also deny before My Father who is in heaven.”

Pray that the words Jones shared will resonate with audiences worldwide, and that they heed this declaration and accept Jesus as their personal Lord and Savior.

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Since Donald Trump soundly defeated Kamala Harris in the U.S. presidential election, the world has been swirling with rumors, prophecies and predictions about what the coming days will hold.

One rabbi, Rabbi Yosef Berger, believes that Trump will usher in what many consider impossible: the rebuilding of the Third Temple.

Rabbi Berger believes that as the leader of the United States, Trump is then the spiritual descendant of the Roman Emperor, and the leader of the Western world. In this capacity, Trump is the King Cyrus-like figure, often described this way by prominent Christian voices such as Lance Wallnau, who can rectify the sin Rome committed with destroying the second temple, and bring about a new one.

“Trump’s election is a necessary element of the geula (redemption) and a sign that the moshiach (Messiah) is imminent,” Rabbi Berger said, as reported by Israel365 News. “That is why Donald Trump in Gematria (Hebrew numerology) equals 424, which is the same as Moshiach ben David (Messiah from the house of David).

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“This certainly does not mean he will be the Messiah, but it indicates that he will play a role in preparing the way for the arrival of the Messiah. He clearly has this inclination.”

Such a shocking event would shake the political world to its foundations. The world, currently fuming with antisemitism as it is, would erupt at such a prospect, largely due to the fact that the Al-Aqsa Mosque sits atop the Temple Mount, with the Dome of the Rock lining the Jerusalem skyline.

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Compared to the Harris-Biden administration, Trump has a very strong relationship with Israel, especially religious Jews. As reported by Israel365 News:

This connection was so evident in Trump’s connection with Jerusalem that in 2018, the Sanhedrin minted a coin with the profile of Trump superimposed on the image of Persian King Cyrus, who facilitated the building of the Second Temple in Jerusalem.

Like Trump, King Cyrus was a gentile, yet was instrumental in the rebuilding of the Jewish place of worship.

“Like Cyrus, God put Donald Trump in power in order to build the Temple and pave the way for Moshiach [Messiah],” Rabbi Berger said. “Like Moses, Trump began as part of the common people, was revealed in his first success entering the White House, but was then hidden.

“Like Moses, now that Trump has been revealed for the second time, he will fulfill his ultimate function,” he continues.

As Charisma previously reported in 2016, Lance Wallnau revealed he believed that God was raising up Donald Trump in the same way He did King Cyrus in Isaiah 45. This was prior to Trump winning the Republican nomination for the first time.

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Rabbi Berger believes this to be true as well, and that we will see the evidence of it in the next Trump administration.

“Just like the Second Temple, the Third Temple will be built by non-Jews,” Rabbi Berger said. “This will only be fully revealed after Trump fulfills this role.”

Speaking to Breaking Israel News, Rabbi Berger shared, “Many times in the Bible we find that the greatest spiritual light comes from the most hidden of sources.”

Those are very true words. From King David being the least in his family, to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ being born in a manger, the Lord works in mysterious ways. As to whether President-elect Donald Trump will be a leading figure in the rebuilding of the Third Temple? Well, only time will tell, but in the meantime we must keep him, the nation of Israel and the whole world in our prayers while preparing the way for our Lord’s return.

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For centuries, the Ark of the Covenant has remained one of the most enduring mysteries in history. This ancient artifact, said to house the stone tablets of the Ten Commandments, has captured imaginations and fueled speculation about its whereabouts and its supernatural significance. Recently, a discussion on the podcast Ninjas Are Butterflies unearthed a curious thread: a declassified CIA document suggesting the Ark was the subject of a 1988 remote viewing experiment.

Could this reveal a clue to the Ark’s possible resting place—or is it just another layer in an already tangled web of mystery?

A CIA Investigation

The podcast crew recounts a document from Project Sun Streak, a lesser-known offshoot of the CIA’s Project Stargate of the late 1970s, which explored psychic phenomena and remote viewing. According to the reports, one remote viewer, identified as “032,” described the Ark as being “fashioned of wood, gold and silver” and located “underground, dark and wet.” Strikingly, the remote viewer also claimed the Ark was “protected by entities” and could only be accessed by authorized individuals.

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Remote viewing is the practice of using the mind to gain information about a distant or unseen person, place, object or event. It’s also known as Extra Sensory Perception according to Google’s AI Overview, which, according to the Bible, is an occult practice that harnesses the power of demons.

So, hypothetically, if a practice that the Lord finds abominable is unable to access an area guarded by unknown “entities,” could it be that the Ark is guarded by angels in the same manner that the Garden of Eden had sentries placed along the way to the tree of life?

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The exercise raised more questions than it answered. If these descriptions are accurate, where is the Ark? Is it still in the Middle East, as the viewer initially suggested? Or is it, as some theorize, in Ethiopia—a country often associated with the Ark due to its historical and religious significance?

Ethiopia: A Long-Standing Theory

The notion of the Ark being housed in Ethiopia has intrigued scholars and adventurers alike for years. Many believe it resides in the Chapel of the Tablet in Aksum, also called the Church of Mary of Zion, guarded by a single monk who dedicates his life to its protection. The podcast touches on this possibility, noting that “pictures lined up a lot with Ethiopia,” particularly in architectural details. Could this be more than coincidence?

Still, questions linger: If the Ark is in Ethiopia, why hasn’t its existence been definitively proven? Why would an artifact of such global significance remain hidden from the world?

Layers of Supernatural Intrigue

The remote viewer’s report to the CIA also adds a dangerous layer of the supernatural. The claim that “individuals opening the container by prying or striking are destroyed by the container’s protectors” suggests a level of spiritual or supernatural power guarding the Ark. This aligns with biblical accounts of the Ark’s capacity to destroy those who mishandle it, lending credence to the idea that the Ark is not just a relic but a conduit for God’s power.

A Call to Investigate

While it’s easy to dismiss these revelations as speculative or far-fetched, the Ark of the Covenant deserves serious inquiry. Its immense religious, cultural and historical significance cannot be overstated. Even in an age of satellites and advanced archaeology, the Ark remains an enigma.

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The podcast asks a poignant question: “What’s stopping us from investigating?” It’s a fair point. Why haven’t governments or institutions launched more transparent efforts to locate the Ark? Could it be fear of the unknown—or perhaps a recognition of its untouchable sanctity?

The Mystery Continues

Ultimately, the Ark’s true location remains a mystery. For now. Whether it lies beneath the grounds of the Temple Mount, in the mountains of Ethiopia or somewhere entirely unexpected, it continues to captivate those who seek it. The declassified CIA documents add a dangerous chapter to its story, but they are far from the final word.

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In a recent broadcast, author, teacher and prophetic voice Joseph Z shared a prophecy he first released in live on Dec. 3, 2020.

Here is what Z shared nearly four years ago:

“I saw a heavyweight fighter coming out of retirement and death happened. Either to them or the person they fought,” a video of Z shared.

Whether this vision alluded to the fighters themselves, Z says he is unsure, but he believes that the order of things is about to change.

With the most prominent name in boxing, Mike Tyson, coming out of retirement to fight social media influencer Jake Paul, Z has re-shared this word in a timely fashion.

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“I think there’s something the Lord is speaking to me about…in regards to where things are headed in our nation,” the video continues.

“You’re starting to see a resurgence of some of the old, and some of that is going to be put down.”

Z has been sharing for quite some time that a word he received for 2024 showed this year as a “do-over year,” and the reelection of Donald J. Trump has certainly confirmed that.

“I believe it [the prophecy] has more to do with a transitional season,” Z says. “This transitional season is what we’re stepping into. Of course, we know Tyson is fighting very soon, he’s fighting against Jake Paul, and we’re looking at what’s taking place and, yes, is it sensational? Is it all these things? But listen, there’s a prophetic nuance to that bout.

“However it shakes out, there is a word about the old and the young, and there is a changing of the guard happening, and there’s a little bit of schooling that’s going to go on,” he continues.

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This “merging” of generations, Z shares, is to be an Elijah moment where things continue to change as a mantle is passed from one group to another.

“I believe [Tysons] going to be a picture of a generational merging,” explains Z. “Either there’s a total transition generationally or there’s a merging… or there’s going to be a schooling happening. Either way, I pray it’s not tragic. I pray that there’s no loss of life in this fight, but I’m telling you the Spirit of the Lord is saying there’s a transitional grace on this contending event.

“The transitional grace has to do with generations that are going to begin to come together in a unique way and the Lord’s doing something through it.”

Take time to pray that the spirit of death be bound in the name of Jesus, and that the transitional period facing the United States in a multitude of ways will be a smooth one, demonstrating the fruit of the Spirit.

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Originally reported by Charisma on July 7, 2017.

A striking prophecy about Donald Trump from the 1980s, attributed to a devout Roman Catholic named Tom Zimmer, prophesies that Trump would “lead America back to God.” This story gained renewed attention following Trump’s second election victory, pointing to Zimmer, known as the “Hermit of Loreto,” who lived as a prayerful recluse in Loreto, Italy. Zimmer, who passed away on Sept. 10, 2009, was no ordinary Catholic. A co-author of the Pieta prayer book, which sold millions of copies, Zimmer was said to have attended Mass several times daily as part of his deep religious devotion.

The prophecy came to light shortly after Trump’s inauguration when an American priest named Giacomo Capoverdi shared Zimmer’s story in a YouTube video. A few weeks later, Catholic blogger Brett Thomas from the Secular Order of St. Francis reported on Capoverdi’s video and offered further context. Capoverdi explained that he first learned of Zimmer’s prophecy in 2000 from an Italian-American doctor, Claudio Curran, who urged him to meet the “holy man” of Loreto. When Capoverdi arrived in Loreto, he found Zimmer at the “Holy House,” a Catholic shrine believed to be the original home of Mary from Nazareth.

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In Capoverdi’s words, “When Trump was elected, Dr. Curran called and told him that, back in the 1980s, Tom Zimmer said he had received a ‘premonition’ and that ‘a certain man would lead America back to God’—and that man would be none other than Donald J. Trump.”

An astonished Dr. Curran reportedly asked, “The millionaire playboy from New York?” Zimmer, unshaken, replied, “Yes,” and was so confident in his vision that he even “wrote [Trump’s] name on a brick and had it placed in the reconstruction of St. Peter’s Holy Door after the Jubilee so Trump would receive blessings from the many Masses that would be said in the Vatican.”

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Thomas, the Catholic blogger, explored the story’s credibility. After investigating Zimmer, Thomas wrote, “I have no reason to doubt Capoverdi’s statements that Thomas Zimmer communicated to his friend that he received a ‘premonition’ that Donald Trump would ‘lead America back to God.’” He explained that discerning the validity of a prophecy involves evaluating three elements: the prophet’s character, the prophecy’s alignment with Scripture and church teachings, and its ultimate fulfillment.

To the first point, Thomas observed, “Was the prophet a good and virtuous person? Zimmer was.” For the second, he noted, “There is nothing scriptural or in church teachings that would suggest that a political leader cannot lead people to God; on the contrary, Scripture indicates it as a duty.”

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Lastly, Thomas acknowledged the importance of whether a prophecy comes true. He added that evidence of Zimmer’s faith in his prophecy could lie in searching for the brick bearing Trump’s name at St. Peter’s door. Thomas concluded, “Here we must wait and see if that happens, but I’m sure whether or not Trump leads America back to God will be open to dispute and interpretation.”

Should Zimmer’s prophecy be fulfilled, it stands as an extraordinary example of faith, prayer and endurance. The idea that Zimmer, a secluded Catholic elder, could have had such an intuition about Trump remains a thought-provoking possibility—one that may continue to resonate among those who view Trump’s role as more than political one. Whether Trump will, in fact, lead America back to God may be seen only in time.

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There have been many predictions, prophecies and projections released during the 2024 presidential election, but how many have actually come from God?

In a recent interview with Charisma Media, Pastor Billy Crone, a former occultist, revealed the source of these secular, AI-driven “prophecies” which are trying to set a spiritual snare for anyone who will listen.

“They are coming from the occult,” explains Crone. “Because again, if you want to know the future, hey, praise God. God’s given us a gift. It rhymes with the Bible because it’s the Bible. Just stick with this [the Bible]. You can’t be lied to, you’ll find out the truth and only the truth.”

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Predictive programming has been one of the methods people have been intrigued by in the recent presidential election, with it’s using AI and study of communication patterns online. However, according to Crone, there is only one source of predictive programming that is always right.

“One-third of this book [the Bible] deals with predictive prophecy,” shares Crone. “That’s a big chuck. God wants us to know the future.

“And then, shocker, is it any surprise that then the enemy comes along and he tries to get people to get to the wrong conclusion about the future,” he adds.

We know for certain that Satan is a liar, incapable of creating anything himself and instead resorts to twisting and corrupting the works of God. It should come as no surprise then that biblical prophecy would also be a target of the devil, and that he would twist to deceive as many as possible.

“Typically, how he [Satan] does it is he’ll take a little bit of truth, but then he’ll end you into something poisonous,” Crone reveals. “It’s kind of like rat poison. Rat poison…it’s 98% edible product for the rats. It’s only a small percentage that’s the Arsenic, the Strychnine that kills them. If it was 100% poison, they wouldn’t eat it.

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“So you got to have some truth in there, and that’s what the enemy does,” Crone continues.

These methods highlight the absolute necessity for Christians to be anchored in the Word of God. Without spiritual discernment and the empowerment of the Holy Spirit, people leave themselves vulnerable to the deceptions of the enemy, who is able to disguise himself as an angel of light (2 Cor. 11:14).

Jesus tells us in the Bible again and again to be ready for the day of His return, because those who are not will surely be left behind. Do not allow the deceptive tactics of the devil to prevent you from being ready for the Lord. Test every word given as commanded to do in the Word of God, and use biblical discernment to separate truth from lies.

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In an interview with Charisma Media, Pastor Mike Signorelli of V1 Church addresses a pressing issue facing the church today: the need to confront the demonic with discernment and spiritual authority.

According to Signorelli, many present-day Christians overlook or minimize the influence of spiritual forces, which he sees as a departure from the biblical model. “For the last several decades… the devil’s never mentioned, demons are never mentioned,” he says, contrasting this with Jesus’ ministry, which frequently included encounters with demonic forces.

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Believers must be equipped not only to recognize but to confront spiritual oppression. Signorelli argues that Scripture calls for a balance between spiritual authority and practical discipline, saying, “Not everything’s a demon… but we need the wisdom to know when it is.” This perspective aligns with biblical accounts of Jesus’ ministry, where He discerned the root of people’s suffering, sometimes casting out demons and other times prescribing physical remedies. “We need to be like Jesus in our discernment,” Signorelli asserts, emphasizing the importance of relying on God’s guidance to address both spiritual and physical aspects of healing.

Warning against either extreme—neglecting spiritual warfare or attributing every problem to demonic forces—Signorelli calls believers to a deeper awareness of the spiritual realm. As Ephesians 6:12 reminds us, “For we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against… spiritual wickedness in high places.” This “wrestling,” he explains, is not a fringe practice but a foundational aspect of biblical faith.

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Rooted in understanding and exercising spiritual authority through Christ, Signorelli’s approach emphasizes a power given to every believer, not just church leaders. “You don’t have to have a seminary degree… you just have to be a son or daughter of the King,” he says, showcasing the accessibility of this authority. It is only through invoking Christ’s authority, he adds, that believers can confront spiritual forces effectively. “The demons are not obeying you; they’re responding to the consequences of the kingdom,” he explains.

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This call to reclaim spiritual authority challenges the church to re-examine its stance on spiritual warfare. Christians must embody the full scope of biblical faith, addressing not only the physical but also the spiritual battles that impact our daily lives.

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In a recent YouTube video, biblical scholar and minister Perry Stone describes a vision that he believes points to a prophetic confrontation involving Iran, the biblical land of Persia. Stone’s vision, along with his interpretation of scriptural prophecies, weaves together modern-day events and ancient biblical texts to present a startling picture of potential conflicts ahead in the Middle East. His message centers on Iran’s historical and spiritual role in the prophecies of Ezekiel, particularly those involving the foreboding “Gog and Magog” war.

In his teaching, Stone begins by situating Iran in its ancient biblical context. Though known today as Iran, the region was historically called Persia, a name deeply rooted in the Bible. “Persia is mentioned 29 times in the Old Testament,” he says, highlighting how its role in prophecy stretches back millennia. According to Stone, Persia’s historical ties to warfare and conquest, especially as part of the ancient Medo-Persian Empire, connect it to “a major land invasion” that Ezekiel describes in chapters 38 and 39 of his writings. In this future event, Persia, along with a coalition of other nations, rises against Israel.

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While Stone remains cautious about making exact predictions, he recounts a vision of events he feels could unfold concerning Iran’s nuclear ambitions. “I saw cooling towers that were spinning,” he explains, adding that dead trees in the vision seemed to signify economic or ecological consequences. Stone links this imagery to growing tensions over Iran’s nuclear program, which has long been a point of contention in the region. “I began to wonder, would this be some type of an attack on the Iranian nuclear facilities?” he asks.

Stone’s vision also includes a striking image of coastal storage facilities, which he compares to the oil storage tanks seen near Houston. In his vision, this area is impacted by a weapon that causes an electromagnetic disruption, something he describes as an “electromagnetic pulse bomb.” He believes such an attack could severely hamper Iran’s oil production and economic power, destabilizing a key source of revenue for the nation. This could cut off funds for military pursuits and proxies, a critical factor in the nation’s regional influence.

The timing of these events remains uncertain, and Stone acknowledges the limits of his knowledge. “I wish I could answer that,” he admits, noting that this vision might align with or precede the prophesied Gog and Magog war. In Ezekiel’s prophecy, this conflict sees Persia allied with nations like Libya and Ethiopia in a ground assault on Israel, descending “like a storm cloud upon the mountain of Israel.” Stone warns that Iran and its allies “will come like a cloud by land,” believing that a coalition of nations hostile to Israel will mount a large-scale invasion from the north.

Despite the military focus of his visions, Stone suggests that Israel’s technological and air defense capabilities will be formidable obstacles for any adversary. “Israel’s got one of the top Air Forces in the world,” he says, adding that the nation’s advanced drone and defense systems present significant hurdles to Iran or any coalition trying to strike Israel from the air.

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Stone’s message ultimately points toward a need for discernment and preparation, highlighting the biblical importance of recognizing the signs of the times. While he stops short of assigning exact dates, Stone’s visions and his interpretation of Scripture draw attention to the reality that prophetic events could soon manifest in the geopolitical realities of the Middle East.

In the end, Stone’s account reflects a broader biblical command—watching and discerning the signs of the times. The words of Jesus urges readers to be vigilant, recognizing the unfolding of prophecy in world events. Stone’s vision of Iran serves as a reminder of this call, inviting believers to remain spiritually aware and grounded in the Word of God as we navigate a world seemingly on the brink of fulfilling end times prophecies.

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In a recent YouTube video, evangelist Perry Stone explores what he calls “America’s Babylonian-Antichrist Cipher,” a powerful prophetic warning about the spiritual forces at work in our world today.

Stone builds his analysis around Revelation 13, asserting that we are witnessing the rise of a modern Babylon, driven by dark spiritual influences over world governments and institutions. He explains, “The seven heads [in Revelation] are prophetic Empires that ruled… all the way from Egypt up to the last one, which is called the eighth Empire, ruling for 42 months,” which he identifies as the Antichrist Empire. According to Stone, this succession of empires and powers has now evolved into a powerful coalition aligning against God’s purposes.

Stone identifies this coalition, symbolized by the beast, as a “system,” or a collective of spiritual and earthly powers bound by rebellion against God. As he explains, each empire throughout history has been under the influence of a “prince spirit,” a demonic entity that “controls the governmental thinking of the leaders of that particular Empire.” Citing Daniel 10 and Ephesians 6:12, he emphasizes that there are spiritual rulers, or “principalities and Powers,” overseeing world systems. “Whether it be Russia… Iran, Iraq,” Stone says, “there is a chief spirit… behind these governments.”

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One of the most telling points he makes is the resurgence of a “Babylonian spirit” in modern global conflicts, particularly in the Middle East. Stone sees a reformation of ancient Babylon, which he interprets as the region that includes modern-day Iraq, Iran, Syria and Lebanon. He argues that these areas, still plagued by violence and chaos, are the epicenters of this end-times power structure. Referencing Revelation 18:2, he warns that this region “has become the habitation of devils, the hold of every foul spirit.” This, he suggests, is not only a description of a future event but also an urgent reminder of current realities in the spiritual realm.

Connecting this to recent political shifts, Stone highlights how spiritual forces exert influence over global transitions and governmental changes. He points out, “Fallen angels and demonic powers in the invisible world… will begin to shift territories,” leading to volatility in governments and societies. This is especially evident in recent attacks on Israel and mounting anti-Israel sentiment worldwide, which he links to prophetic Scriptures about the Antichrist’s agenda.

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As believers, we are not simply bystanders. The Bible calls us to discern these spiritual realities. We are in a war against a spiritual empire, an ancient system of rebellion. We must align ourselves with biblical truth, and discern the spiritual warfare taking place all around us. In a world where darkness seeks to overshadow the light, a Christian’s plan of attack should be obvious: We must be vigilant, discerning and grounded in Word of God.

As 1 Chronicles 12:32 states, we need to be like “the sons of Issachar, those having understanding of times and what Israel should do.”

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