The Bible makes it clear that the last days will center on Israel, God’s ancestrally chosen people. Today, the world increasingly reflects this prophecy, and one of the most consequential points of conflict is the Temple Mount in Jerusalem. Recent reporting by Pastor James Kaddis shows just how determined the enemy is to erase Israel’s history—and God’s plan cannot be thwarted.
Kaddis discusses a controversial New York Times article which has drawn sharp criticism for subtly denying the historical reality of the Jewish temples in Jerusalem. The article describes an Israeli leader visiting Al Aqsa Mosque built on the site of the ancient Jewish temples as “provocative.”
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“The complex known to Muslims as Haram al Sharif, or the Noble Sanctuary, contains Al Aqsa Mosque and the Dome of the Rock, sacred shrines of Islam. It is revered by Jews as the site of the first and second temples as well as the place where Abraham was prepared to sacrifice his son Isaac,” the article states.
As Kaddis points out, experts are speaking out to clarify the historical facts. Lawrence Schiffman, professor of Hebrew and Judaic studies at New York University, told the Jewish News Syndicate:
There is zero debate that two temples stood in that place in scholarly literature. Muhammad’s ascent happens from there only because it is the Temple site.
Similarly, Steven Fine, professor of Jewish history at Yeshiva University, confirmed:
It is a historical fact that the Jewish temples were built on the Temple Mount in Jerusalem. Archaeological evidence for the Temple rebuilt after the return from Babylonian captivity and continuing until 66 AD is not contested.
This effort to rewrite history is more than a political dispute—it is part of a spiritual battle. The Bible explains that when Adam sinned, the title deed of the earth was temporarily handed to the enemy, a reality fully revealed in Revelation when Christ alone takes the scroll and reclaims authority over the earth.
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Kaddis notes that end-time prophecy foretells that the temple will be rebuilt in Jerusalem, where the Antichrist will one day demand worship (Dan. 9:27; 2 Thess. 2). Yet the Word of God assures believers that Christ will return, defeat evil and establish His millennial reign, ushering in a new heavens and earth free of pain and suffering.
As current events unfold—including rising anti-Semitism, attacks on Israel and efforts to erase Jewish history—believers can take comfort in the fulfillment of Scripture. As Kaddis explains:
We are armed and equipped with the Word of God… We can put our faith and trust in Him, literally bank our reliance upon His word.
These developments remind Christians to remain vigilant, faithful and hopeful. History and prophecy are aligning exactly as God promised, and the ultimate victory belongs to Him.
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In these critical times, believers are called to look up, stand firm in the Word and continue their work for the Kingdom. The temple, Israel and God’s plan for the earth will endure, no matter how the enemy seeks to distort history.
The faithful are reminded that Christ could return at any moment—and when He does, He will find His church ready, faithful and committed to the work He has called them to do.
Abby Trivett is content development editor for Charisma Media.
