Now is the time for the body of Christ to be on high alert when it comes to honing in on listening to the voice of the Holy Spirit.

In a recent message, Richard Lorenzo Jr. urged the body of Christ to discern spiritual challenges and embrace God’s process of refinement. “Some people are not discerning you spiritually, they’re diagnosing your suffering,” he says, emphasizing that God tests believers’ faith to make it stronger. “The Bible says He takes our faith and puts it through a fire… so it comes out stronger than it was before.”

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However, while many are being refined for greatness, the church today has become a breeding ground for people to question the success of others. In our current culture, it almost seems as though many would prefer to see believers fall into scandal and sin than to see them raised up and redeemed by God. This “Pharisee spirit,” as Lorenzo explains, focuses on others’ failures instead of their spiritual growth.

“The Pharisees were spiritual bounty hunters chasing failures and not souls,” Lorenzo says. He encourages believers to focus on winning souls rather than engaging in competition. “When you start winning souls… there’s going to be people as you’re chasing souls, they’re going to be chasing your failures.”

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This Pharisee spirit is rooted in jealousy and competition. “Your destiny exposes their delay,” he says. Lorenzo observes that some people might secretly be “waiting for your downfall” due to envy, especially when others seem to advance quickly in their spiritual journey. “When people see you moving quickly in Christ… people will try to latch on to eat from your fruit,” he says.

However, these jealous spirits are opposite God’s heart for redemption. “God is not looking for a reason to judge you. He’s looking for a reason to redeem you,” Lorenzo says.

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He stresses that God’s grace and love are abundant, pointing out, “God is extremely gracious… He gives people time to repent because He loves and He is love.” Lorenzo likens God’s intentions to those of a loving father: “Think about a father who loves their son… they want to see their children win.”

Just as God wants to see us win, the true heart of a disciple of Christ should be to see others flourish in their walk with God.

This is a powerful reminder for Christians to prioritize their spiritual growth, trust in God’s redemptive process and rise above the distractions of jealousy and competition. It calls believers to stand firm in their faith, embrace God’s testing and support one another in their journey toward fulfilling their destiny—always remembering that God’s heart is for restoration, not condemnation.

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Retired Maj. Gen. Kurt Fuller isn’t one to mince words. In a recent interview with Tyler Feller, Fuller raised alarm bells that many Christians have been ringing for years: Could we actually be watching the groundwork for the mark of the beast being laid before our very eyes?

“What is this mark of the beast thing,” Fuller said, “and how could it ever come about where every person, if you don’t have it, you can’t work, you can’t hold a job, you can’t, you know, buy or sell?”

His question echoes the warning in Revelation 13, but Fuller didn’t just toss out apocalyptic rhetoric. He backed it up with real-world examples, starting with the global response to COVID-19.

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“COVID’s a good example — how every country on the planet responded exactly the same way and the wrong way simultaneously,” he said. “It had to be organized. It’s not just happenstance that everybody chooses, ‘this is the way we’re going to deal with this crisis,’ and they pick the wrong answer in every case.”

According to Fuller, this kind of coordinated mismanagement doesn’t just happen. It’s deception on a scale that Jesus warned about. “Knowledge will increase but deception is going to increase right alongside of it,” Fuller said. “This level of deception is just incredible.”

And with the rise of artificial intelligence, he said, that deception is becoming nearly impossible to detect.

“Now with AI, AI connected to a quantum computer, we can’t even imagine how much deception can get generated that looks absolutely authentic and true,” he warned. “I think it’s going to be almost indistinguishable.”

Fuller emphasized the urgent need for verification tools in digital media. “I have some solutions in my mind that I think should be done at least on video content and photo content to verify that it is a real photo,” he said. “It has to be marked as verified real … as opposed to generated.”

The general described a side-by-side comparison of a real $500,000 movie trailer and its AI-generated clone. “It looked not identical, but 95% of the same,” he said. “You could use it in a movie trailer.”

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His takeaway? “They’re just going to counterfeit the truth, dress it up and make it look true, make it really believable, and they’re getting good at it.”

These are not fringe concerns. Fuller spent decades at the highest levels of military leadership, including service within NATO. His insight into how global systems can be manipulated isn’t based on theory, it’s from firsthand experience.

As believers, we must stay alert. We were told the deception would be strong in the last days. But hearing it from a general, not a pulpit, is a reminder that the signs of the times are not just theological, they’re geopolitical and technological, too.

And they’re already here.

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For years, skeptics have dismissed Noah’s Ark as myth.

But what happens when science, archaeology and even declassified government documents start pointing to the Bible’s truth?

Could it be that the CIA has known the location of Noah’s Ark for over half a century? That’s what a recently unearthed, declassified CIA document seems to suggest—and the timing couldn’t be more compelling, as scientists now believe they may have located the fossilized remains of the biblical vessel in Turkey.

As reported by the Daily Mail, a four-page file titled “Report Re: Noah’s Ark” reveals that the CIA actively monitored Mount Ararat for nearly a decade, starting in 1974.

The report details how then-Director of Central Intelligence William Colby ordered satellite and spy plane imagery of the mountain after receiving a request from Lt. Col. Walter Brown of the U.S. Air Force. “Satellites were also moved above the area to ‘examine the glacier systems there to see whether any evidence of the Ark could be found,’ the report states.”

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Over the next eight years, the CIA logged at least 10 additional requests from high-level individuals—including members of Congress and a former astronaut—asking about the Ark and the surveillance data of the mountain.

Despite the CIA’s repeated claim that their aerial imagery yielded “negative results,” the agency continued to classify the photos, shutting down multiple Freedom of Information Act requests. In a 1994 memo, officials noted that there were “no efforts currently underway either to review other records or conduct additional searches for Noah’s Ark.” But if there truly was nothing there, why keep the files locked up?

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Meanwhile, the scientific community is uncovering intriguing evidence. Since 2021, researchers from Istanbul Technical University, Agri Ibrahim Cecen University and Andrews University in Michigan have been examining a boat-shaped formation 18 miles south of Mount Ararat.

During the 2023 International Symposium on Mount Ararat and Noah’s Ark, scientists presented new findings that could support the theory that the Durupinar Formation is in fact a massive, ancient ship.

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Soil and rock samples taken from the area were dated between 3,500 and 5,000 years old—matching the biblical timeframe of the flood. They also found clay-like materials, marine deposits and even fossilized marine life, indicating a catastrophic flood event thousands of years ago.

While many questions remain—especially about what the U.S. government truly knew—one thing is clear: science, history and archaeology continue to confirm what Scripture has declared for millennia. And as more discoveries like this come to light, the line between faith and fact keeps getting thinner.

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Season five of “The Chosen” continues to captivate audiences around the globe. For the cast, some of the most epic scenes of the show’s entirety have also happened during this immense season.

One of the standout scenes was Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem. With thousands of extras waving palm branches and chanting, the energy was enthralling. “It was so humbling to have hundreds and hundreds of background actors there,” Dallas Jenkins shared.

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The season also explores intense confrontations. One moment features a proverbial “slap across the face” moment as tensions rise among the Pharisees and the followers of Jesus. Another dramatic scene sees the disciples walking into a destroyed marketplace, a stark reminder of the high stakes surrounding Jesus’ ministry.

Beyond the action, season five also delivers heartfelt moments. A touching interaction between Jesus and John echoes historical artwork, while a powerful scene with the women of the cast brings depth and warmth. Flashbacks add an exciting layer to the storytelling, keeping both the actors and audience engaged.

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With high drama, intense action and deeply moving encounters, “The Chosen” continues to captivate audiences.

Part two of season five will release in theaters tomorrow, Apr. 4.

Watch the full video below to see the cast’s full remarks on this powerful new season.

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A youth pastor and father of five in Kansas convicted of attempting to murder his wife and children and setting his home on fire read from the Bible during a public apology.

Johnson County District Court Judge Jason Billam sentenced Matthew Lee Richards last week to 353 months in prison for two felony counts of attempted first-degree murder, according to a report from the Johnson County Post.

The sentence, which amounts to more than 29 years, came after a plea deal.

Richards was initially charged in September 2023 with five counts of attempted premeditated murder, as well as one count of aggravated arson with risk of bodily harm, the Post added.

Richards had stabbed his wife and five children.

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Three of the children, along with his wife, were hospitalized with severe injuries.

The couple’s other two children, a 19-year-old son and one other child, were also hospitalized with less severe injuries.

The former youth pastor at Crossroads Christian Church in Shawnee, Kansas, admitted to police, “I stabbed my kids, detective. I stabbed my wife.”

One of the children later told officers that the family members were all in bed when their father started stabbing them, according to a report from KCTV-TV.

Richards was taken to the hospital with injuries from smoke inhalation.

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Richards had been concealing financial troubles from his wife and family, who were unaware they were about to be evicted from their home.

“The defendant admitted to having the thought that it would be better if they all died rather than for his kids to have to deal with the trauma of finding out the truth and for his wife to find out the truth,” an affidavit said, per the Post.

When asked in court to deliver a statement, Richards read from Psalm 51, which ancient Israel’s King David wrote after sleeping with Bathsheba and facilitating the death of her husband, Uriah the Hittite.

The passage deals with mourning over sin and restoration after repentance.

Richards apologized to his family before reading the passage from the Bible.

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“Through my actions, I brought disgrace, shame, humiliation and dishonor on myself, our family, kids in classrooms and on the soccer field, trusted friends in my community,” Richards said.

“This came from my own shame that kept me from revealing my faults and sins because I was afraid of the truth. I was afraid to ask for help,” he continued.

“To my wife and kid and the rest of my family, I’m sorry for the multiple levels of destruction and pain,” Richards said.

“While I do offer a short apology today, the most important words in apologies will one day — hopefully soon — be shared and should be shared in private moments. I need to make those apologies to the people I love and hurt the most in private and when they’re ready.”

Richards added that “I hope to be like David and choose to try and use the failures to continue to improve myself and then, help those I have disgraced to recover along with me.”

This article originally appeared on The Western Journal, and is reposted with permission.

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A British toddler was removed from nursery school after being accused of being transphobic or homophobic, according to local media reports. And it turns out dozens of other elementary-aged kids suffered a similar fate across the U.K.

Prime Minister Keir Starmer is pushing back against a new Telegraph report which cites data from the Department for Education (DfE) that pointed out that a child, around the age of three or four, was suspended from a state school for “abuse against sexual orientation and gender identity.” It reportedly happened during the 2022-23 academic year but it’s just now becoming public.

“Obviously, the Prime Minister would not support those sorts of measures. But equally, I don’t know the specific incident,” a Downing Street spokesperson told the outlet Tuesday.

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“I think the data around this is all pretty significantly analyzed, so I think it’s quite hard to provide any comment on any specific cases. Pupils and staff should never be subject to abuse, but any action taken to tackle behavior should also be proportionate,” they added.

According to the Telegraph, the name of the school and further details about the case were not disclosed.

However, additional data from the report revealed that 94 pupils at state primary schools were suspended or expelled for alleged transphobia and homophobia in 2022-23, including 10 children under the age of seven.

“Every once in a while, the extremes of gender ideology throw up a story that seems too crazy to believe, and a toddler being suspended from nursery for so-called transphobia or homophobia is one such example,” Helen Joyce, director of advocacy at Sex Matters, told the outlet.

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Joyce pointed out this is not an isolated incident citing that, “13 four and five-year-olds were suspended or permanently excluded from school for the same reason.”

“It’s unforgivable for children’s vital early education to be so traumatically disrupted by school leaders who prioritize activists’ demands over [a child’s] wellbeing,” she added.

Notably, author J.K. Rowling, who has openly criticized trans ideology, also took issue with the suspension calling it “totalitarian insanity.”

A DfE spokesperson told the Telegraph that “all pupils and staff should feel safe and protected at school and should never face violence or abuse.”

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But Rowling responded on X, “If you think small children should be punished for being able to recognise sex, you are a dangerous zealot who should be nowhere near kids or in any position of authority over them.”

As CBN News Digital reported, the British novelist said she would “happily” go to jail if the government in the United Kingdom made it illegal to refer to someone by anything other than their preferred pronouns.

“I’ll happily do two years if the alternative is compelled speech and forced denial of the reality and importance of sex,” she posted to X in 2023. “Bring on the court case, I say. It’ll be more fun than I’ve ever had on a red carpet.”

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As global events accelerate toward prophetic fulfillment, Pastor Billy Crone and Prophecy Watchers host Mondo Gonzales are sounding a bold and urgent alarm: the world is being primed for the rise of the Antichrist, with global elites playing a pivotal role in laying the groundwork.

In a recent compelling discussion, Crone dismantles long-held myths about the Antichrist, clarifies his identity according to Scripture and calls Christians to action during these critical days of prophecy.

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A Man, Not a Myth
Popular culture has often painted the Antichrist as a grotesque figure—horned, monstrous and filled with terror. Yet, Crone offers a sobering reminder that Scripture portrays him quite differently. He is not the stuff of nightmares, but rather a charismatic, persuasive leader who will win the hearts and minds of the nations.

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“He’s going to be a powerful man,” Crone states, stressing that the Antichrist will rise to power through deception and political manipulation, not through force or fear.

Global Infrastructure for the Antichrist’s Reign
In his examination of current global events, Crone highlights the undeniable efforts of key world figures to construct the very framework for the Antichrist’s rule. Influential leaders such as Klaus Schwab, Bill Gates, George Soros, King Charles, Elon Musk and Yuval Harari are shaping a world that mirrors the prophecy found in Scripture.

From advances in technology and surveillance to the push for a cashless society, these powerful elites are unwittingly, yet undeniably, creating the infrastructure for a one-world government and economic system—the foundation of the Antichrist’s future reign.

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The Urgency of Evangelism
Instead of succumbing to fear or anxiety over these developments, Crone urges believers to see this moment as a divine opportunity for bold, unwavering evangelism. The growing signs of prophetic fulfillment should not paralyze the church in fear, but spur us on to greater urgency in sharing the Gospel.

“This is not the time to be silent. This is the time to share the Gospel like never before,” Crone declares. The time for passive faith is over—now is the time to speak up, stand firm and boldly proclaim Christ.

Dispelling End-Times Myths
A popular end-times myth that Crone addresses head-on is the idea that figures like Donald Trump could be the Antichrist. He makes it clear that such speculation is misguided, pointing to the truth in Scripture that born-again believers will not be present to witness the rise of the Antichrist. “The Bible clearly states that the church will be taken up in the Rapture before the Antichrist assumes power,” Crone explains.

This clarifies once and for all that the Antichrist will emerge after the church’s departure, during the Tribulation period.

Final Warning and Encouragement
As we witness the intensifying global reset, technological control and increasing political unity, it is impossible to ignore the unmistakable signs pointing toward the fulfillment of Revelation’s prophecies. Yet, as Crone reminds us with hope-filled assurance, “Our hope is not in this world—it’s in Jesus Christ.” Christians must remain vigilant, prayerful and unwavering in their mission to spread the Gospel in these final days.

 The signs are clear, and the time is short—let us not delay in sharing the life-changing message of Jesus Christ before it’s too late.

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When President Trump launched the White House Faith Office, he fulfilled a promise on the campaign trail.  Some see the move as the president seeking to make America prayerful again. In choosing its leaders, he called on two people, Paula White-Cain and Jenny Korn, whom he has known for many years. 

When the president offered the opportunity, they both saw it as an offer they could not refuse. White-Cain, who serves as the senior advisor, explained it is an honor and a rare opportunity.

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“I’ve been blessed 40 years in the ministry, and I said I would be wrong and maybe even a sin for me to miss the mark, if I didn’t fulfill this – I would try to make our nation what God established it to be and give the future an opportunity. Because without God and without faith, we are a lost people,” she said.

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Korn, who serves as the faith director, says the White House Faith Office will help defend the freedom of religion in the United States. “People may say in America, you still have all your religious liberties, but I can tell you thousands of stories of where people of faith have been discriminated against and where religion has been diminished by the government. So when we have the opportunity to come to the White House, for America to be able to take on that mantle for other people of faith, to make sure that religious liberty and religious freedom are alive and well in America, there’s no way you can turn that down.”

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President Trump clarified during his Inaugural Address that America needs religion and faith in God. He followed that with an executive order establishing the White House Faith Office. Its purpose is to assist faith-based entities, community organizations, and houses of worship in their efforts to strengthen American families, promote work and self-sufficiency, and protect religious liberty. 

Furthermore, it includes a task force to address anti-Christian bias and acts of discrimination, such as the growth of antisemitism displayed on college campuses. Attorney General Pam Bondi leads this task force and works with the Faith Office on this issue. 

“You know, it will not be tolerated to spew hate and hurt to people,” she said. “And our office enforces that very ensure there will be no bias, no discrimination, nothing hateful or hurtful against people.”

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In an electrifying conversation on “Happening Now,” Pastor Jack Hibbs and conservative commentator Charlie Kirk dove deep into one of the most pressing questions of our time: Is America running toward Christianity?

America’s Foundational Principles

Kirk and Hibbs were adamant—America was not designed as a democracy in the modern sense, but as a republic rooted in biblical principles. They vigorously challenged the widely held belief that democracy is the cornerstone of the nation, instead underscoring the unique vision of the Constitution as a document that secures God-given rights rather than mere majority rule. This distinction, they argued, is essential for understanding the nation’s true identity.

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The Shift Among Young Voters

Kirk offered eye-opening data showing a significant shift among younger generations, especially young men, toward conservatism. He attributed this trend to the power of digital platforms like TikTok and YouTube, where young people are being exposed to unfiltered truths that counterbalance the prevailing leftist ideologies. This shift represents a growing rejection of the progressive agenda, particularly among Gen Z, who are increasingly questioning the narratives they’ve been taught.

Part of this shift is because of the alarming rise of depression, anxiety and suicide among America’s youth. Both Kirk and Hibbs pinpointed the root cause—an absence of biblical truth. Without a solid foundation in Scripture, young people are adrift in a secular world that offers no answers to life’s most profound questions. The education system, they noted, only deepens the confusion by promoting relativism instead of truth. The result is a generation grappling with an overwhelming identity crisis who are now seeking change.

Masculinity and Leadership

Kirk emphasized that strong, godly men are essential for shaping the culture in a positive direction. Young men, he said, are increasingly drawn to churches that uphold biblical masculinity—men who understand their God-ordained roles as leaders in the home, church and society. This resurgence of biblical masculinity, they argued, is vital to restoring order and strength to both the family and the nation.

“Young men are gravitating toward this broader cultural realignment but it is at its core spiritual,” Kirk says.

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The Church’s Role in Society

As the two pointed out, now is the moment that the church must help guide this next generation into this realignment with biblical principles. Hibbs and Kirk called on pastors to reclaim the prophetic voice of the church and boldly speak the truth—even when it’s unpopular. Hibbs pointed to past revival movements, particularly the Jesus Movement, as a blueprint for how the church, when steadfast in its commitment to biblical truth, can lead a culture-shaping revival.

They urged believers to engage in the cultural battle, speak truth boldly and take an active role in reclaiming America for Christ. The church, they argued, cannot afford to remain silent or passive in the face of moral decay and spiritual confusion.

The Political and Spiritual Battle

Drawing a powerful parallel between former President Donald Trump and King Josiah of the Bible, Hibbs suggested that America needs leaders who are unafraid to call the nation back to God.

“Here’s what’s fun about being a believer who knows their Bible at a time like this,” Hibbs says. “I’m reminded that how God used King Josiah is how God’s using Donald Trump and this cabinet.”

The nation’s future hinges not only on the right policies but also on a spiritual revival that brings the country back to its moral and spiritual roots. Could Trump’s presidency provide those elements?

Will the Church Rise to the Challenge?

As this timely conversation demonstrates, the stakes could not be higher. The future of America depends on whether the next generation embraces the truth of the gospel and whether the church boldly defends it in the public square. The hour is late, but the opportunity for revival has never been greater.

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As the vast corruption of the previous U.S. President and his administration becomes all the more apparent, we wonder how the nation survived during the past four years. President Donald Trump has brought a much-needed change of direction to our nation.

The renewed support for Israel, the uncovering of the vast wasteful and criminal spending of the past several years, and Trump’s strong appeal for peace might suggest to some that the Rapture might not be as close as they thought.

It’s tempting to think that way. I have found myself wondering if perhaps there’s been a pause in the parade of events leading to Jesus’ soon appearing. However, two thoughts bring me back to reality.

First, I remember Jesus’ assertion that the fulfillment of Bible prophecy will happen at the time sovereignly set by the Father (Matthew 24:36; Acts 1:7). God knows the precise time when He will send His Son to get His Bride and bring her to glory. He already took into consideration all that we see happening today when He long ago set the time of our departure from this world.

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Second, I’m aware that a strong undercurrent in world affairs remains, which after the Rapture will directly lead to antichrist’s covenant with Israel, which will mark the beginning of the seven-year Tribulation for the world. The lawlessness of those who seek to destroy our nation remains on full display.

So, does that mean that world events are accelerating toward Jesus’ appearing? I prefer to put it this way: the stage-setting for the future one-world government has not ceased or slowed down in any way.

After the Rapture, the demonic undercurrent of lawlessness, already at work, will become even more evident. It’s then that the following earth-shaking events will occur.

Israel Will Become Vulnerable to an Invasion

At the moment, Israel doesn’t need the protection of the Antichrist. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu often refers to President Trump as the best friend that his nation has ever had in the White House. Along with hastening the delivery of more than 1,800 two-ton bombs, which Biden had delayed, another enormous shipment of bombs and bulldozers will soon be on its way to Israel from the U.S., if not already there.

It’s doubtful that the Gog/Magog invasion of Ezekiel 38-39 would take place in the near term with a strong America ready to supply more weapons to Israel and defend itself against attack. The Rapture, however, will decimate the U.S. as a world power and provide the perfect opportunity for the Antichrist to step in as the protector of the Jewish people.

I suspect that the Gog/Magog attack will occur between the Rapture and the Antichrist’s seven-year peace accord with Israel. Somehow, that will provide the perfect opportunity for him to offer the nation they cannot refuse, likely sweetened by allowing the Jewish people to build their temple.

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The Most Deadly Wars in History Will Occur

Friday, February 28, we saw how quickly things can change on the world scene. The White House was prepared to announce a cease-fire between Ukraine and Russia. Apparently, Vladimir Putin had agreed to it, and everyone expected Zelenskyy, the Ukrainian President, to go along with the cessation of hostilities. But that did not happen.

Zelenskyy turned the Oval Office meeting into an argument to keep the war going rather than settle for a cessation of hostilities.

President Trump warned the Ukrainian President that his actions could lead to WWIII, and that’s exactly what we have seen in the days since the Ukrainian leader’s foolish decision. Many European leaders are rallying to Zelenskyy’s cause with promises of weapons and soldiers on the ground.

The chess pieces are rapidly moving into place for the start of deadly wars and fulfillment of Revelation 6:3-4, 7-8.

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The Restrainer Will No Longer Restrict the Man of Lawlessness

Perhaps the biggest change that will occur at the Rapture is the removal of the Restrainer, the Holy Spirit, who is now holding back the unveiling of the Antichrist and the full measure of lawlessness that’s to come. Notice Paul’s words in 2 Thessalonians 2:6-8: “And you know what is restraining him now so that he may be revealed in his time. For the mystery of lawlessness is already at work. Only he who now restrains it will do so until he is out of the way. And then the lawless one will be revealed, whom the Lord Jesus will kill with the breath of his mouth and bring to nothing by the appearance of his coming.”

Amid the chaos following Jesus’ appearing, conditions will rapidly deteriorate across the planet. Lawlessness, already at levels I never expected to see in my lifetime, will accelerate preparing the way for the Antichrist and his solutions to the resulting turmoil and strife.

While it might be tempting to think there’s been a pause in the mad rush of events leading up to the start of the Tribulation period, the elite powerbrokers of our world remain busy. They are working behind the scenes to quickly set the stage for when they can openly enslave the world under their domain.

I’m also reminded that the Lord said His “coming” would be “at an hour you do not expect,” (Matt. 24:44). This cannot refer to the Second Coming because, by the end of Tribulation, those who believe will fully expect to see Jesus riding across the sky to claim the nations as His own.

This article originally appeared on Harbinger’s Daily, and is reposted with permission.

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