Anne Graham Lotz, daughter of the late Rev. Billy Graham, recently discussed in an interview with CBN News how current events happening right now reflect God’s prophetic end-times plan.
Lotz emphasizes that Christians must know “what time it is” in human history. “We need to know where we are on that timeline… to be prepared for what comes next,” she explains, comparing it to having a schedule in daily life.
Reflecting on the recent assassination of conservative leader Charlie Kirk, Lotz describes the tragedy as both shocking and spiritually significant. “Except a grain of wheat fall into the ground and die, it abides alone. But if it falls into the ground and dies, it springs forth much fruit,” Lotz says.
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She believes Kirk’s untimely death has sparked a wave of spiritual awakening. “I wonder if God… allowed him to fall into the ground… because from his death is springing up just thousands of people’s lives who are being impacted and changed,” Lotz says.
Israel also plays a central role in Lotz’s understanding of the end times. She points to Jesus’ parable of the fig tree, noting that it represents Israel: “The fig tree in scriptures represented Israel… the generation that sees that will be the last generation.” Lotz emphasizes the prophetic significance of Israel’s reestablishment as a nation on May 14, 1948. “The descendants of our ancient people living in our ancient homeland, speaking the ancient language, using the ancient currency… that was a phenomena,” she says. She argues that modern Israel fulfills God’s covenant promises, despite resistance from some who dismiss it as merely a political creation.
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Lotz also connects the revival and Israel’s restoration to the fulfillment of biblical signs. Referring to Matthew 24, she says, “Jesus gave the signs that would determine the last generation… When you see them increasing in intensity, then you know the end is near.” From wars and natural disasters to social unrest, he describes the current “chaos… increasing in frequency and intensity” as the birth pains leading to Christ’s return.
She reassures Christians that the end times are a message of hope, not fear. Drawing on Revelation, she emphasizes that Jesus’ ultimate triumph over evil will prevail. “Good overcomes evil and love overcomes hate… there is an eternity… there will be a heaven where we’re going to live forever with Jesus,” Lotz says.
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Ultimately, Lotz contends that Charlie Kirk’s death, the spiritual awakening on campuses and the miraculous restoration of Israel are signs that we may be living in the final generation. She concludes, “If Jesus were to come in the next five minutes, he would be coming for me and he would be coming for you… we need to make sure today we’re right with God.”
Abby Trivett is a writer and editor for Charisma Media and has a passion for sharing the gospel through the written word. She holds two degrees from Regent University, a B.A. in Communication with a concentration in Journalism and a Master of Arts in Journalism. She is the author of the upcoming book, The Power of Suddenly: Discover How God Can Change Everything in a Moment.
