Month: December 2017
Four Beast-kingdoms: Daniel 7:1-8: What four Beasts?
The four beast-kingdoms of Daniel’s Prophecy Understanding the beast-kingdoms: In chapter seven of the Book of Daniel, we read about four beast-kingdoms. We see them first in chapter two, then again here in chapter seven. From this chapter to the end of the book, in chapter twelve, the beast-kingdoms rule in some form within the…
The Writing on the Wall -Dan. 5 A message to Belshazzar
THE WRITING ON THE WALL The writing on the wall: King Belshazzar was the guest of honor at a grand party. The party took place in the king’s giant feasting hall. Lords and ladies attended the royal gathering. And they were joined in the party by the elites of Babylonian society. It was a memorable…
Babylon destroyed again: Isaiah 21 Why again?
The Prophet Isaiah Predicts the Destruction of Babylon–again: Once again the Prophet Isaiah is focusing his attention on the eventual destruction of Babylon–but why? This is now the third chapter devoted primarily to the future destruction of the city and empire of Babylon. There is so much focus on Babylon in the prophetic scriptures it…
Rebuilt-temple in Jerusalem? Will we see this soon?
A Rebuilt-temple in Jerusalem. It’s remarkable to imagine that Jewish believers could someday soon start worshipping, bringing animal sacrifices, and praying once again at a rebuilt-temple in Jerusalem. When I say soon, I’m not referring to any day or any moment. It is probable that a rebuilt-temple in Jerusalem is still years away. Maybe it’s…
A Slanderous Accuser. How David dealt with this. Psalm 7
David trusted in God’s Deliverance from a Slanderous Accuser Brave women are finally telling their stories at the same time that one slanderous accuser after another is taking advantage and spewing lies. Who is telling the truth? Only God knows. Psalm Seven; David responds to his slanderous accuser by pleading with God to judge him…
Temple Talks? Where will US, Israeli and Saudi talks lead ?
Peace and a Temple in Jerusalem? Hebrews 12:14 Make every effort to live in peace with everyone and to be holy; without holiness, no one will see the Lord. Peace isn’t likely anytime soon, but what about a temple? The United States administration could be working on both. That’s just wild speculation on my part,…
A humbled King- A Great God- And a Holy Watcher-Dan. 4
Daniel Chapter Four: The Great God, a humiliated King, and a Holy Watcher In this chapter, Nebuchadnezzar is an all-powerful king. But he meets the truly all-powerful God. Before we read the chapter, we can guess who wins the confrontation but the story is quite unusual. It’s one of the more bizarre stories you…
Isaiah 20: The Egyptians solved big problems can you?
Isaiah 20: If the Egyptians can do it, we can too. The Egyptians have many things we can learn from. They have a storied culture, rich with fabulous building feats and lavishly golden tombs of death built on desert sands. Can we look back at the Egyptians, their historic culture, and those mysterious building skills,…
A Confederation of Peace, versus a war machine. Saudi/Iran
Saudi Arabia is putting together a confederation of peace. Iran, on the other hand, is at war with any who stand in their way. A confederation is forming. What role will it play in Bible prophecy–if any? Iran and Saudi Arabia are in the midst of a fight to control the Middle East. They are…
Egypt: Isaiah 19: They will play a big part in final days
The LORD’s Burden Against Egypt An uncertain future lies ahead for the country of Egypt. They have experienced devastating terror attacks, (see here) national riots, protests, and political upheaval. Riots and a political take-over, initiated by the Muslim Brotherhood, forced the military to take control of the country. General Sisi now leads the country but…