The assassination of Charlie Kirk at Utah Valley University has not only shocked the nation but also unleashed a wave of misinformation and conspiracy theories. In the days following the tragic shooting, speculation fueled by viral clips and social media posts led many down paths of confusion and false accusations.

Breaking News. Spirit-Filled Stories. Subscribe to Charisma on YouTube now!

One of the most prominent examples involved 71-year-old George Zinn who was detained in the immediate aftermath of the shooting. According to police documents, Zinn began screaming, “I shot him – now shoot me,” while officers held him down. Video of the incident circulated online leading some to believe authorities had already apprehended the real suspect. However, as the Guardian reported, “Police contend that Zinn subsequently admitted that he was not the shooter and did not know who was – and he purportedly claimed that he had acted how he did to draw attention away from the real killer in hopes of becoming ‘a martyr’ for Kirk.”

Order Jonathan Cahn’s Newest Book, “The Avatar” on Amazon.com!

The confusion surrounding Zinn’s arrest was compounded when authorities later revealed he faced charges of obstruction of justice and possession of child abuse material. His case, though sensational, had no connection to Kirk’s actual assassination. Police ultimately identified and arrested 22-year-old Tyler Robinson as the real suspect.

Get your FREE CHARISMA NEWSLETTERS today! Stay up-to-date with current issues, Holy Spirit news, Christian teachings, Charisma videos & more!

Another conspiracy theory spread online after images surfaced of a man in a white shirt, white hat and sunglasses standing next to Kirk with a cell phone. Social media users alleged this man was complicit in the assassination. Those accusations were quickly dispelled when Christian apologist Dr. Frank Turek confirmed he was that man standing with his close friend in support. Turek’s team addressed the rumors directly in a public statement:

“The viral accusations against Dr. Frank Turek are categorically false. Dr. Turek was at Utah Valley University as part of Charlie Kirk’s team, standing with him as a close friend and mentor. Their bond was marked by deep respect and unwavering support. Like everyone, we want Charlie’s assassin brought swiftly to justice, but reckless and false accusations only distract from the truth and dishonor Charlie’s memory.”

The viral accusations against Dr. Frank Turek are categorically false. Dr. Turek was at Utah Valley University as part of Charlie Kirk’s team, standing with him as a close friend and mentor. Their bond was marked by deep respect and unwavering support. Like everyone, we want… pic.twitter.com/NonSR8A9OR

— Frank Turek (@DrFrankTurek) September 12, 2025

Join Charisma Magazine Online to follow everything the Holy Spirit is doing around the world!

The rush to judgment in these cases highlights how easily false narratives can spiral in moments of crisis. This horrific event shows how important patience, discernment and temperance are during such a volatile time in American history. People are angry and many are grieving but in the midst of all of it God is right here with us, capable and willing to take what the enemy meant for evil and turn it into something good.

James Lasher, a seasoned writer and editor at Charisma Media, combines faith and storytelling with a background in journalism from Otterbein University and ministry experience in Guatemala and the LA Dream Center. A Marine Corps and Air Force veteran, he is the author of The Revelation of Jesus: A Common Man’s Commentary and a contributor to Charisma magazine.

The Temple Institute in Jerusalem has once again reported the sounding of the shofar on the Temple Mount.

In a post shared on Facebook, the Temple Institute wrote:

“SHOFAR SOUNDED ON THE TEMPLE MOUNT! As seen in the video, a woman was sounding the shofar on the Temple Mount today. Hopefully a sign of good things to come!”

Breaking News. Spirit-Filled Stories. Subscribe to Charisma on YouTube now!

This moment is historic not only for its boldness but also because it marks the third time in recent years that the shofar has been blown on the Mount, something that had not happened in nearly 2,000 years.

A Building Prophetic Pattern

The first known blast took place during Rosh Hashanah in 2024, when groups smuggled in shofars and completed the traditional blasts despite police opposition. Just weeks later, silver trumpets were sounded overlooking the Mount on Tisha B’Av, followed by another shofar blast that same season. Now, this latest sounding continues what many believe to be an unmistakable prophetic rhythm.

Order Jonathan Cahn’s Newest Book, “The Avatar” on Amazon.com!

The Temple Institute’s emphatic words from its earlier announcement still carry weight: “It is happening.” To many, that phrase represents more than a declaration, it is an acknowledgment that events once thought impossible are now unfolding step by step.

Rising Jewish Desire to Worship

Momentum continues to grow among Jewish worshippers:

• Pilgrimages to the Mount now surpass 56,000 annually.
• Restrictions have eased, with prayer and even prostration increasingly permitted.
• Priestly blessings, silver trumpets, and multiple shofar soundings are reviving ancient practices long absent from the site.

Each of these steps reflects a deepening yearning to worship at Judaism’s holiest ground and a preparation for the long-anticipated rebuilding of the Temple.

Get your FREE CHARISMA NEWSLETTERS today! Stay up-to-date with current issues, Holy Spirit news, Christian teachings, Charisma videos & more!

Prophetic Meaning

The prophet Isaiah wrote, “And it shall come to pass on that day, that a great shofar shall be sounded, and those lost in the land of Assyria and those exiled in the land of Egypt shall come and they shall prostrate themselves before HaShem on the holy mount in Jerusalem.” (Isa. 27:13)

For Christians, these events echo the warnings of Revelation 11 and 2 Thessalonians 2, which foretell a future Temple that will stand at the center of end-times events. Jesus commanded His followers to “watch” the signs of the times (Matt. 24), reminding us that His return will not take us by surprise if we remain vigilant.

Join Charisma Magazine Online to follow everything the Holy Spirit is doing around the world!

The third blast of the shofar from the Temple Mount should not be dismissed as coincidence. It represents an unfolding prophetic drama, pointing us to the urgency of the hour. As believers, we are called to remain steadfast and bold in proclaiming the gospel, for the time is drawing near when every eye will see Him.

James Lasher, a seasoned writer and editor at Charisma Media, combines faith and storytelling with a background in journalism from Otterbein University and ministry experience in Guatemala and the LA Dream Center. A Marine Corps and Air Force veteran, he is the author of The Revelation of Jesus: A Common Man’s Commentary and a contributor to Charisma magazine.

Calls for a new NATO-style military alliance in the Middle East are intensifying as Muslim leaders gather in Qatar for an emergency summit of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation. The proposal comes after an Israeli strike in Doha that killed five Hamas members and a Qatari security officer. Leaders across the region now say the time has come for a unified response to what they see as Israel’s destabilizing role.

Breaking News. Spirit-Filled Stories. Subscribe to Charisma on YouTube now!

Egypt and Iran are at the forefront of the talks. Egypt is proposing a Cairo-based joint military command while senior Iranian officials are urging a broader coalition. Mohsen Rezaei, a former commander of Iran’s Revolutionary Guard Corps, declared that “the only solution is forming a military coalition.” Qatar’s Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Thani condemned Israel’s strike as “an assault on the principle of mediation itself,” warning of “an endless cycle of bloodshed and destruction.”

As reported by Newsweek, the summit represents “the most serious push in decades for a unified regional defense pact.” Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian attended the meeting to signal Tehran’s determination to expand its influence in a bloc traditionally dominated by Arab leaders. Pakistan, the world’s only nuclear-armed Muslim state, has also called for a joint task force to monitor Israel.

Order Jonathan Cahn’s Newest Book, “The Avatar” on Amazon.com!

From a biblical perspective these developments raise important questions. The book of Ezekiel describes a coalition of nations including Persia (modern-day Iran) and Togarmah (commonly linked to Turkey) that will one day rise against Israel in the Gog and Magog war. Today Turkey maintains a close alliance with Iran and Russia, another major power many identify with Gog. The fact that Egypt and potentially Saudi Arabia could align with Iran marks a historic shift since both nations have historically resisted Tehran’s influence.

Scripture predicts Israel will face a sudden and massive assault from a confederation of nations. Ezekiel 38:11–12 describes Israel as dwelling securely when the coalition advances to seize “plunder and spoil.” Recent rhetoric framing Israel as the rogue destabilizer of the region mirrors this prophetic scenario.

Get your FREE CHARISMA NEWSLETTERS today! Stay up-to-date with current issues, Holy Spirit news, Christian teachings, Charisma videos & more!

Another striking alignment is the hesitancy of the West. President Donald Trump said the United States must “be careful” in its response to the strike and Washington has stopped short of condemning Israel. In Ezekiel’s prophecy no nation comes to Israel’s aid. Instead God Himself intervenes with earthquakes, hailstones and fire to destroy the invading armies.

Join Charisma Magazine Online to follow everything the Holy Spirit is doing around the world!

What happens next remains to be seen. The OIC historically issues symbolic statements but this moment is seen as a test of whether rhetoric becomes action. If adopted, a Muslim defense pact could reshape the balance of power in the Middle East and bring the world one step closer to the prophetic confrontation laid out in Scripture.

James Lasher, a seasoned writer and editor at Charisma Media, combines faith and storytelling with a background in journalism from Otterbein University and ministry experience in Guatemala and the LA Dream Center. A Marine Corps and Air Force veteran, he is the author of The Revelation of Jesus: A Common Man’s Commentary and a contributor to Charisma magazine.

The assassination of Christian and conservative activist Charlie Kirk has sent shockwaves around the world, prompting urgent calls for faith and boldness in the face of rising hostility from a coalition of leaders. Kirk’s death was not just a political event but a deeply spiritual moment that revealed the stakes of the cultural battle unfolding in America and beyond.

Breaking News. Spirit-Filled Stories. Subscribe to Charisma on YouTube now!

Speaking in an interview with CBN, Erick Stakelbeck, host of Stakelbeck Tonight on TBN, described the heartbreak and urgency of the past week. He said he first learned of Kirk’s shooting while at the White House. “All of a sudden, one of his team members looks at her phone and says, ‘Oh my gosh, Charlie Kirk has been shot at in Utah.’ We said, ‘What? Charlie Kirk shot at?’ And then a minute later, oh no, Charlie was shot. It connected. He was shot in the neck. And we’re looking at each other. We are in disbelief. Absolute disbelief.”

Stakelbeck recounted how he and colleagues immediately prayed for Kirk and his family. But moments later, confirmation of Kirk’s death turned grief into resolve. “The word that keeps coming to mind for me is galvanize,” he said. “Charlie’s murder is going to galvanize millions upon millions of people especially young people but people of all generations ages races and ethnicities not only in America but around the world.”

Order Jonathan Cahn’s Newest Book, “The Avatar” on Amazon.com!

The longtime broadcaster called Kirk’s life and death a wake-up call for the church. “We are in a massive spiritual war, a spiritual battle. If you don’t recognize that, wake up. The assassination, the martyrdom of a mighty man of God, Charlie Kirk, is your ultimate wakeup call. Realize the stakes. Realize that we are locked in a spiritual battle and do something about it.”

Stakelbeck urged Christians to embrace their unique roles with courage and conviction. “Everyone has a role to play. Maybe it’s just you praying without ceasing like Paul said and being a mighty prayer warrior. Maybe it’s just you sharing the gospel with someone in your neighborhood or your workplace or raising your kids up in the right way. Focus on the three Fs that made America great in the first place. Faith, family and freedom.”

Get your FREE CHARISMA NEWSLETTERS today! Stay up-to-date with current issues, Holy Spirit news, Christian teachings, Charisma videos & more!

He described Kirk as a model of composure and conviction. “One of the things that always struck me was he would never lose his cool. He always kept his composure in these debates on college campuses. He’d be accosted, threatened, taunted, all the rest and he’d answer with a smile. Charlie was the epitome of the happy warrior.”

For Stakelbeck, Kirk left a legacy that is clear for all to see. “At the end of the day, he was a martyr. He’s an American martyr, not for politics. He was killed because of his Judeo-Christian world view. That’s why he was killed. Not because he was a political operator, but because he was a bold witness for the gospel and Judeo-Christian values.”

Join Charisma Magazine Online to follow everything the Holy Spirit is doing around the world!

He closed his remarks with a final charge to Christians everywhere. “Be as bold as a lion or a lioness wherever you are and wherever God has you. Do not hold your peace. This is no time to mince words. We are literally in an existential battle for the soul of this nation.”

James Lasher, a seasoned writer and editor at Charisma Media, combines faith and storytelling with a background in journalism from Otterbein University and ministry experience in Guatemala and the LA Dream Center. A Marine Corps and Air Force veteran, he is the author of The Revelation of Jesus: A Common Man’s Commentary and a contributor to Charisma magazine.

All around us there is a growing sense that something significant is about to happen. From global unrest to spiritual unease, many believers feel the tension building. The Bible speaks of a time when God will intervene in human history in ways the world cannot ignore. Christians refer to this as a “quickening,” a stirring of the Spirit that points to the closeness of Jesus’ return.

Breaking News. Spirit-Filled Stories. Subscribe to Charisma on YouTube now!

Pastor Jack Hibbs recently wrote about this very subject in an excerpt from his new book Called to Take a Bold Stand, published by The Blaze. In it, Hibbs explains the signs of spiritual quickening and why every believer should take notice.

What Is the Quickening?

“Can you feel it? Do you sense that something big is about to happen? And by big, I mean an event or events affecting people on a global scale,” Hibbs writes. He draws from the Puritans’ use of the term “quickening,” which means to bring to life, accelerate, or incite. He compares it to a pregnant woman who first feels her child move, a sign that the long-awaited day of delivery is near.

“The Bible says that people are spiritually quickened or made alive when they are born again and will be physically quickened at the resurrection,” he explains. For Hibbs, this is exactly what the church is sensing today: a spiritual stirring that signals the end is drawing close.

Order Jonathan Cahn’s Newest Book, “The Avatar” on Amazon.com!

The Acceleration of Events

Hibbs makes the case that what Christians are experiencing is more than just a feeling. “Are there signs that events are accelerating before us, moving us toward the end of the age? Is there a tension that seems to indicate that God is about to intervene in our lives? I would say: Yes!”

He emphasizes that this spiritual quickening is both a warning and an encouragement. “This quickening is a reminder to the church of what is soon to come. And it is a tremendous time to be alive,” he says.

Get your FREE CHARISMA NEWSLETTERS today! Stay up-to-date with current issues, Holy Spirit news, Christian teachings, Charisma videos & more!

Why This Matters Now

The quickening is tied to the Bible’s teaching about the rapture, when believers will be taken in a moment, separated from nonbelievers. Hibbs warns that this day of separation is inevitable and that salvation must be received now. “When the day of separation comes, you will want to have received the gift of salvation through Christ. He is your passport to heaven.”

To drive the point home, Hibbs reminds readers of Paul’s words in Romans 13:11-12: “Do this, knowing the time, that now it is high time to awake out of sleep; for now our salvation is nearer than when we first believed. The night is far spent, the day is at hand. Therefore let us cast off the works of darkness, and let us put on the armor of light.”

Join Charisma Magazine Online to follow everything the Holy Spirit is doing around the world!

The signs of quickening should stir every Christian to action. Just as a mother prepares for birth when she feels her child begin to move, so too must believers prepare for the return of Christ. Hibbs’ message clearly shows us that the time is short, the day is near and the church must be awake.

James Lasher, a seasoned writer and editor at Charisma Media, combines faith and storytelling with a background in journalism from Otterbein University and ministry experience in Guatemala and the LA Dream Center. A Marine Corps and Air Force veteran, he is the author of The Revelation of Jesus: A Common Man’s Commentary and a contributor to Charisma magazine.

The 2025 Emmy Awards drew sharp criticism Sunday night for failing to acknowledge the assassination of conservative patriot and outspoken Christian Charlie Kirk just days earlier, a glaring omission that critics say showcases Hollywood’s entrenched hostility toward God and Christian values.

The ceremony at the Peacock Theater featured crass political statements on issues like Gaza and immigration but offered no tribute to Kirk, who was gunned down Sept. 10 during a Turning Point USA event at Utah Valley University. Host Nate Bargatze, in pre-show remarks, defended the choice by calling the event “a fun silly night” and stressing “I want this night to be an escape” from the tragedy he described privately as “the saddest thing in the world.”

Breaking News. Spirit-Filled Stories. Subscribe to Charisma on YouTube now!

Kirk, a devout Christian and vocal defender of biblical principles, had long warned against the moral decay he saw in media elites. His death has sparked national mourning among faith communities, with evangelical leaders framing it as an attack on spiritual warriors. Yet the Emmys’ avoidance stood in stark contrast to past shows that honored figures like George Floyd with repeated mentions, fueling accusations of selective outrage.

This silence is hardly isolated. The awards have a history of overt mockery toward God and believers. In 2007 at the Creative Arts Emmys, comedian Kathy Griffin used her acceptance speech for “My Life on the D-List” to declare “a lot of people come up here and thank Jesus for this award. I want you to know that no one had less to do with this award than Jesus” before adding “____ it Jesus this is my god now.” Backstage she doubled down: “I hope I offended some people. I hope I offended the Holy Ghost.” The Television Academy edited out the remarks deeming them “offensive” but the damage lingered, igniting protests from Christian groups who saw it as emblematic of secular arrogance.

Order Jonathan Cahn’s Newest Book, “The Avatar” on Amazon.com!

Similar barbs have marked other ceremonies. During the 2018 Emmys opening monologue Stephen Colbert lampooned then-Vice President Mike Pence’s evangelical faith through a puppet sketch that portrayed Pence proclaiming devotion to Jesus while rejecting others, drawing fire for ridiculing core Christian tenets.

Get your FREE CHARISMA NEWSLETTERS today! Stay up-to-date with current issues, Holy Spirit news, Christian teachings, Charisma videos & more!

Such moments serve as a thermometer gauging the spiritual temperature of American culture and media, where secularism increasingly displaces reverence for the divine. The Emmys and similar spectacles like the Grammys – rife with performances and speeches that glorify the profane – signal a nation adrift from its godly moorings. Kirk himself often decried this drift calling for a return to Judeo-Christian foundations amid rising moral relativism.

Join Charisma Magazine Online to follow everything the Holy Spirit is doing around the world!

The awards’ snub of Kirk isn’t mere oversight; it’s a symptom of deeper enmity toward those who champion faith over fleeting fame. As polarization deepens and violence mounts faith leaders urge a Holy Spirit revival to heal the land. Events like these Emmys cry out for such awakening, reminding us that true cultural renewal begins with exalting God above golden statues. Kirk’s legacy as a bold voice for righteousness endures, challenging Hollywood to confront its anti-God bias before it’s too late.

James Lasher, a seasoned writer and editor at Charisma Media, combines faith and storytelling with a background in journalism from Otterbein University and ministry experience in Guatemala and the LA Dream Center. A Marine Corps and Air Force veteran, he is the author of The Revelation of Jesus: A Common Man’s Commentary and a contributor to Charisma magazine.

Government control is creeping further into private life, and people need to be paying attention. A proposed bill in Ohio would give utility companies access to regulate the energy usage inside homes. While officials frame this as a way to modernize the power grid, Christians with an eye on prophecy should see the deeper warning signs of where this kind of legislation can lead.

Breaking News. Spirit-Filled Stories. Subscribe to Charisma on YouTube now!

As reported by 19 News, State Rep. Roy Klopfenstein introduced House Bill 427, which would allow utility companies to throttle customer energy use during periods of high demand. Klopfenstein defended the move, saying, “This legislation is a crucial step in our state’s comprehensive plan to ensure all Ohioans have access to reliable, affordable, and readily available energy.” He added that expanding demand response programs to homeowners and small businesses will “ease the strain on our energy grid and save money for all Ohioans.”

The bill proposes voluntary participation in programs where customers would permit utilities to temporarily adjust energy use, including raising thermostat settings or cycling water heaters. Customers could override those changes at any time and receive compensation for taking part.

Order James Lasher’s Newest Book, “The Revelation of Jesus” on Amazon.com!

Still, residents are uneasy. “I mean, if it’s voluntary, I don’t mind it,” Lakewood resident Pedja Troca said. But Mary Sweeney strongly opposed the idea, telling reporters, “Nope, they can’t do any of that. Nope. That’s why you own your own property, that’s the foundation of the United States.”

These developments look less like harmless energy-saving programs and more like conditioning for end-times control.

Get your FREE CHARISMA NEWSLETTERS today! Stay up-to-date with current issues, Holy Spirit news, Christian teachings, Charisma videos & more!

The book of Revelation warns of a global system where people will not be able to buy or sell without submitting to the authority of the Antichrist. While thermostat adjustments may seem minor, they normalize outside control in private homes. Jesus warned that no one can serve two masters, yet many are willing to cede authority over their households in exchange for small financial benefits.

Christians need to see the prophetic shadow here. What is billed as voluntary today can quickly become mandatory in a crisis. Once utilities and the government gain access to private homes, it will be nearly impossible to take that power back. These small concessions, among many others signs taking place in the world right now, are what Scripture describes as the “birth pains” leading to the tribulation system of total control.

Join Charisma Magazine Online to follow everything the Holy Spirit is doing around the world!

People, we need to be discerning. News like this is not just about energy policy but about the steady erosion of freedom and the preparation of society for what the Bible says is coming. As followers of Jesus we must weigh these stories carefully, pray for wisdom and remain alert as the systems of Revelation take shape before our very eyes.

James Lasher, a seasoned writer and editor at Charisma Media, combines faith and storytelling with a background in journalism from Otterbein University and ministry experience in Guatemala and the LA Dream Center. A Marine Corps and Air Force veteran, he is the author of The Revelation of Jesus: A Common Man’s Commentary and a contributor to Charisma magazine.

The world is changing in ways that humanity has never experienced before. From global upheaval to moral collapse, every headline points toward a reality Scripture has long warned about. These are not normal times. They are signs that we are living in the last days, and the urgency for believers to live ready for the return of Christ has never been greater.

Breaking News. Spirit-Filled Stories. Subscribe to Charisma on YouTube now!

Pastor James Kaddis addressed this reality in a recent message, drawing from Hebrews 10 and other key passages. He emphasized that what we are witnessing today is unlike anything human history has ever seen. “Human history has been changed forever and what the world is experiencing is unprecedented,” Kaddis said. “None of this should surprise us because the Bible told us these things would happen.”

Order James Lasher’s Newest Book, “The Revelation of Jesus” on Amazon.com!

The Signs of the Day Approaching

Kaddis pointed to several prophetic signs unfolding before our very eyes, each backed by Scripture and evidence from today’s world.

• Global upheaval
  Wars, conflicts, and rising tensions across the globe point to the very warnings Jesus gave. Kaddis explained, “Think about the phrase that Jesus keys in on, a simple phrase like wars and rumors of wars. Jesus said that they would intensify just like birth pains and we’re seeing it.” From Ukraine and Russia to unrest in the Middle East and the Pacific, conflicts are multiplying and accelerating.
• Moral collapse and lawlessness
  Society is unraveling under the weight of sin and rebellion. “This know also that in the last days perilous times shall come,” Kaddis read from 2 Timothy 3, describing people as lovers of themselves, proud, blasphemous, and unthankful. He added, “Look at the crazy confusion right now about things as simple as gender, sexuality, even the value of life. Lawlessness is abounding.” The breakdown of morality is one of the clearest signals that the world is racing toward judgment.
• Israel back in the land
  Perhaps the most significant sign of the end times is Israel’s restoration as a nation. “Most people don’t want to acknowledge it, but it’s truly a super sign,” Kaddis said, citing Ezekiel 37 and Zechariah 12. “There’s no greater prophetic sign right now that we’re seeing than Israel’s restoration in 1948. Jerusalem is now the epicenter of world controversy just like Zechariah foretold.” The rebirth of Israel fulfills ancient prophecy and places Jerusalem at the center of global tension.
• Globalism and technological control
  Advances in technology and global centralization are setting the stage for Revelation 13 to come to life. Kaddis warned, “Never before in human history have we ever seen Revelation 13 be a technologically possible thing to happen. Now it’s technologically possible to happen. We’re seeing it.” From central bank digital currencies to artificial intelligence and surveillance systems, the framework for the mark of the beast is being established.
• Spiritual apathy and apostasy
  A growing rebellion within the church itself is another sobering indicator. “We are seeing a rising rebellion within the church. People within the church denying biblical truth, compromising with culture, abandoning preaching the word,” Kaddis said. He pointed to 1 Timothy 4:1, where the Spirit warns that in the latter times some will depart from the faith and give heed to doctrines of devils. This spiritual apathy is leading many away from truth and weakening the witness of the church.

Get your FREE CHARISMA NEWSLETTERS today! Stay up-to-date with current issues, Holy Spirit news, Christian teachings, Charisma videos & more!

Final Exhortations

Kaddis closed with a heartfelt call for believers to live differently in light of these truths. He urged Christians to draw near to God, hold fast to their faith, encourage one another in love, stay committed to gathering in fellowship, and above all, anticipate the imminent return of Jesus.

Join Charisma Magazine Online to follow everything the Holy Spirit is doing around the world!

“Whatever we do, we must not forget that the day is rapidly approaching,” Kaddis said. “We must anticipate the soon return of Christ because it can happen at any moment. It’s all coming sooner than you think. Much sooner than you think. It’s time to be prepared. It’s time to engage. It’s time to seek the Lord because Christ could come back at any moment.”

James Lasher, a seasoned writer and editor at Charisma Media, combines faith and storytelling with a background in journalism from Otterbein University and ministry experience in Guatemala and the LA Dream Center. A Marine Corps and Air Force veteran, he is the author of The Revelation of Jesus: A Common Man’s Commentary and a contributor to Charisma magazine.

L.A. Marzulli sat down with Tom Clark for a hard-hitting interview exposing how the Nephilim spirit of antichrist has infiltrated culture through the seven mountains of influence.

Media and family were the first two targets discussed, showing how both are being used to spread deception and erode God’s order. This is not speculation but the reality of spiritual warfare that is shaping society today.

Breaking News. Spirit-Filled Stories. Subscribe to Charisma on YouTube now!

They explained that the battle originates in Genesis 3:15, where God declared enmity between the seed of the serpent and the seed of the woman.

The flood of Noah’s day came because humanity’s DNA had been corrupted, and that same Nephilim corruption is happening again. UFO sightings, alien abductions, and implants are part of a demonic plan to once more alter mankind. Fear is the main weapon used to keep people enslaved, and the powers of darkness are wielding it to prepare the world for what is coming.

Get your FREE CHARISMA NEWSLETTERS today! Stay up-to-date with current issues, Holy Spirit news, Christian teachings, Charisma videos & more!

The men warned that culture and entertainment are programming people to accept the ultimate lie: that extraterrestrials are humanity’s saviors. This deception is already taking hold and will sweep away those who are unprepared.

Join Charisma Magazine Online to follow everything the Holy Spirit is doing around the world!

Churches that refuse to teach these truths are leaving believers defenseless against the great deception. This is vital information you must know. To watch the full interview and hear every detail, see the video above.

James Lasher, a seasoned writer and editor at Charisma Media, combines faith and storytelling with a background in journalism from Otterbein University and ministry experience in Guatemala and the LA Dream Center. A Marine Corps and Air Force veteran, he is the author of The Revelation of Jesus: A Common Man’s Commentary and a contributor to Charisma magazine.

Tucker Carlson has once again waded into the dangerous waters of unbiblical declarations, doubling down on rhetoric that undermines both the Bible and the Jewish people. His recent comments comparing the biblical heartland of Judea and Samaria to the fantasy land of Narnia show how far he has drifted from truth, trading Scripture for sensationalism and aligning himself with false narratives that openly mock God’s Word.

The controversy erupted during a podcast interview with former State Department contractor Shahed Ghoreishi. Carlson seized on the dispute over terminology, scoffing that putting “Judea and Samaria” in an official U.S. government communication is “like using the term Narnia or something. It’s not a real place.” Such remarks drew swift and sharp rebukes from Christian leaders who insist that the Bible leaves no room for such careless dismissal.

Breaking News. Spirit-Filled Stories. Subscribe to Charisma on YouTube now!

Luke Moon, executive director of The Philos Project, did not mince words in response, as reported by The Christian Post. “The only people who believe Judea and Samaria to be fictional names are the ones who’ve never opened the Book they claim to believe in,” he said. He reminded readers that these regions are “the real heartland of Israel” and the same hills where Abraham walked, David tended sheep, and the prophets thundered God’s Word.

Susan Michael, president of the U.S. branch of the International Christian Embassy Jerusalem, also rebuked Carlson’s comments. She explained that the terms Judea and Samaria “have been used since biblical times and that the State of Israel still uses them today.” She noted that “by contrast, ‘West Bank’ only describes the brief 19-year period of Jordanian occupation. It is far more accurate to call the region Judea and Samaria, the biblical heartland of Israel.”

Order Jonathan Cahn’s Newest Book, “The Avatar” on Amazon.com!

Carlson’s troubling comments did not stop there. On the subject of journalists killed in Gaza, he dismissed concerns about their affiliations, claiming, “These journalists get blown up. They were Hamas. OK, end of conversation.” Moon responded that the evidence is overwhelming that many so-called journalists “held cameras by day and rifles by night” and accused Carlson of malice for ignoring the facts.

Perhaps most shocking was Carlson’s attempt to downplay Hamas itself, suggesting the terror group is “more like a political organization.” Moon condemned that idea as blindness to Hamas’ own bloody admissions. “Only someone who is willfully blind could ignore the rapes, beheadings and shootings of suspected collaborators and mass murders they proudly broadcast to the world,” he said. Michael likewise underscored that “Hamas routinely embeds its fighters and weapons in hospitals, schools and even places of worship, cynically using civilians as shields. These actions leave no doubt: Hamas is not a political movement but a terrorist organization by its own words and deeds.”

Get your FREE CHARISMA NEWSLETTERS today! Stay up-to-date with current issues, Holy Spirit news, Christian teachings, Charisma videos & more!

Carlson also accused Israel of persecuting Christians with American tax dollars. Moon acknowledged Christians are indeed under siege in the Middle East but pointed out that the true threat comes from radical Islamists, not Jews. “And lest we forget, the only true threat to Christians in the Middle East is radical Islamists who want to erase Christians from the region entirely. We must not pretend otherwise,” he said.

Join Charisma Magazine Online to follow everything the Holy Spirit is doing around the world!

At the heart of this controversy lies something bigger than political rhetoric. We are fighting a spiritual war around the world and it is sad to see people like Carlson choose to push false, unbiblical narratives. The Bible says there will be great deception and hatred for Israel in the end times, and Carlson’s words serve as a painful reminder of that reality.

James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma Media.