There has been so much going on in the world lately, and that has sparked a tremendous amount of chatter about the “end times”. What the Bible has to say about the days just before the return of Jesus Christ to this planet is being discussed all over the Internet, and millions upon millions of people are searching for answers regarding the crazy events that are happening all over the globe. Of course the mainstream media would have us think that only those on the outer fringes of society believe that these are the “end times”, but a brand new survey that was just released suggests otherwise.
The Joshua Fund commissioned a survey that asked respondents to answer some very specific questions about current events. Surprisingly, it turns out that a substantial portion of the population actually believes that events happening in the world today are directly related to Bible prophecy.
For example, this was the very first question that the survey asked…
Do you agree or disagree that Russia’s invasion of Ukraine – which has ignited the biggest land war in Europe since World War II – is one of the signs that Jesus spoke of in the Bible when He warned that there would be “wars and rumors of wars” in the “last days” before His return?
Before I reveal the results, I would like for you to guess what percentage of Americans answered this question affirmatively.
Do you think that it would be 10 percent?
Maybe 20 percent?
If you can believe it, nearly 40 percent of those that took the survey responded affirmatively…
- Nearly 4-in-10 Americans (39.8%) said that they agree that the invasion is a sign of Biblical prophecy coming to pass and of the “last days.”
- Nearly the same number – 40.3% – said they disagree.
- Meanwhile, 19.9% said they don’t know.
I was floored when I saw those numbers.
Even though the percentage of Americans that identify as Christians has been steadily declining for many years, 40 percent of Americans currently believe that we are in the period of “wars and rumors of wars” that is described in Matthew 24.
Wow.
Of course the war that we are witnessing is not just a war between Ukraine and Russia.
In reality, it is a proxy war between the United States and Russia.
The U.S. has been pouring billions of dollars worth of weapons and equipment into Ukraine, it has been giving the Ukrainians real-time intelligence regarding the position of Russian forces, and we have just learned that Ukrainian troops are actually being flown to the United States to be trained.
I realize that last part may be hard for you to believe, but U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin just admitted that this is happening on his Twitter account…
“This morning, I had the pleasure of speaking with Ukrainian troops training in the U.S. who are returning home to Ukraine today. Their bravery and skill are amazing. I made clear the U.S. will continue to provide them with the assistance they need.”
I am extremely concerned about where all of this is heading, because proxy wars have a way of evolving into real wars.
Getting back to the survey, this is the second question that respondents were asked…
Do you agree or disagree that the COVID pandemic that has caused more than six million deaths worldwide is one of the signs that Jesus spoke of in the Bible when He warned that there would be severe “plagues” in the “last days” before His return?
I would think that this question would have gotten a lower percentage of affirmative responses, but instead it was actually a little bit higher…
- Fully 4-in-10 Americans (40.1%) agreed that the COVID pandemic is a sign of Biblical prophecy coming to pass and of the “last days.”
- Some 41.1% said they disagree.
- And 18.7% said they don’t know.
To answer either of the first two questions positively, one would be required to believe that we are in the “last days” before the return of Jesus Christ.
So that seems to indicate that at least 40 percent of the U.S. population believes that these are the “end times”.
That is a sizable chuck on the total population of this country.
But of course the mainstream media will continue to treat us like we are a bunch of nuts. Meanwhile, global events continue to move in ways that we have been anticipating for a very long time.
For example, a major war could erupt in the Middle East at literally any moment. Tensions continue to rise, and the Wall Street Journal is reporting that Israel has already conducted over 400 airstrikes against enemy targets since 2017…
The Israeli military says it has carried out more than 400 airstrikes in Syria and other parts of the Middle East since 2017 as part of a wide-ranging campaign targeting Iran and its allies, offering its fullest picture yet of its undeclared war with Tehran.
Over the past week, there has been a series of extremely violent protests inside Israel itself, and there is a tremendous amount of concern that these protests could potentially spark something larger.
And on Saturday something happened that should deeply horrify all of us…
Palestinian rioters vandalized Joseph’s Tomb in the West Bank city of Nablus on Saturday night amid clashes with the IDF, setting fire to the site, damaging the gravestone, a chandelier hanging above it, a water tank and an electricity closet.
The vandalism came amid the second night of arrest raids made by Israeli security forces in the West Bank, following a deadly terrorist attack on Thursday night on Dizengoff Street in Tel Aviv that claimed three lives.
Desecrating tombs should be off limits for everyone, and that is especially true when it comes to a major historical figure such as Joseph.
I don’t even have the words to describe how vile and how far over the line this act of terror was.
I really hope that Israel immediately secures that area with troops and makes sure that no more damage to the tomb is ever done again.
There is so much evil in our world today, and it is getting worse with each passing day.
And even though such a high percentage of Americans believe that we are living in the “end times”, another survey has found that the American people are less engaged with the Bible than ever before…
Americans are less engaged with the Bible and are less likely to say the Bible influences their lifestyle than in previous years, the American Bible Society (ABS) said in its 2022 State of the Bible report.
Scripture engagement is down 21% from 2021. Only 49 million Americans fit the ABS criteria of scripture engaged in 2022, down from 64 million in 2021 and 71 million in 2020.
Isn’t that sad?
Meanwhile, survey after survey has shown that the American people continue to become more socially liberal. Here is just one example…
Nearly two-thirds of adults in the United States say they would be comfortable if their child came out as lesbian, gay or bisexual, according to a new survey, but only half would be comfortable with having a transgender or nonbinary child.
The poll released Thursday by The Trevor Project, a nonprofit group focused on suicide prevention and mental health for LGBTQ and questioning youth, analyzed overall knowledge, understanding and comfort regarding sexual orientation and gender identity among U.S. adults.
For almost 2,000 years, the Bible has been warning us about the times that we are now living in.
And even though much of the population can see this, the country continues to push God away.
That is a huge mistake, because the times ahead of us are going to be extremely challenging, and during those times we will need God more than ever.
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Not “the end times” but the “beginning of birth pains”.
The “man of sin” has not yet been revealed, nor has he declared himself to be God.
The “birth pangs” were related to events leading up to and including the destruction of Jerusalem that took place in AD 70. 2 Thess. 2, the “man of sin/lawlessness” was restrained in Paul’s day when the temple was still standing: “you know what restrains him now.”
But thou, O Daniel, shut up the words, and seal the book, even to the time of the end: many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall be increased. – Daniel 12:4
Many people are narcissistic enough that out of over 2000 years, that the end times are going to happen during their lifetimes.
While every year brings us closer, there is no telling when it will happen.
Don’t want to listen to anyone pissing and moaning about points that I make. look it up for yourself. The word says when you see these things happen. Then that generation will not pass away before Christ comes back and sets his feet on the mount of olives. We are so late in this process that if you don’t already know what those things are then you’re either lost headed for hell or You’re part of the problem. I know this sounds harsh. But if you don’t know where we are already the next thing that you will see after we are gone is the mark that you will take
You omit 2 of the biggest signs….that of travel and people making vast sums of money from sorcery. Sorcery in the original language was pharmakeia…those making potions to “heal” people, which we get our modern word pharmacy.
“But of that [exact] day and hour no one knows, not even the angels of heaven, nor the Son [in His humanity], but the Father alone. For the coming of the Son of Man (the Messiah) will be just like the days of Noah. For as in those days before the flood they were eating and drinking, marrying and giving in marriage, until the [very] day when Noah entered the ark, and they did not know or understand until the flood came and swept them all away; so will the coming of the Son of Man be [unexpected judgment]. At that time two men will be in the field; one will be [h]taken [for judgment] and one will be left. Two women will be grinding at the mill; one will be taken [for judgment] and one will be left.” Matthew 24:36
But I would add that the one big difference between our generation and all the ones that thought they were in the “end times” before us, is the establishment of Israel as a nation.
“Now learn this lesson from the fig tree: As soon as its young shoots become tender and it puts out its leaves, you know that summer is near; 33 so you, too, when you see all [f]these things [taking place], know for certain that He is near, right [g]at the door. 34 I assure you and most solemnly say to you, this generation [the people living when these signs and events begin] will not pass away until all these things take place. 35 Heaven and earth [as now known] will pass away, but My words will not pass away. ” Matthew 24:32-35
Most think this is 1948 when Israel was declared a nation, but I think it might also be 1967 when Israel took back the city of Jerusalem.
My church did a fantastic series on the end times. A guest pastor named Jimmy Evans wrapped up the series with the most informative and topical sermon I’ve ever heard. He discussed Russia, Ukraine, Iran, Israel and cited all the scripture references to back up what he was saying. The sermon is on YouTube and is called “What in the world is going on?” It was posted on March 13th and has over 657K views. Anyone who wants to understand what is happening should watch that sermon. May God bless and watch over us all.
Even though the percentage of Americans that identify as Christians has been steadily declining for many years, 40 percent of Americans currently believe that we are in the period of “wars and rumors of wars” that is described in Matthew 24.”
While that is true, everyone knows God is real. It’s written in our DNA. All that’s happening today is people are denying him. LET THEM. Anyone who took the vax will probably be dead by 2025 and that’s real today. “Unexplained deaths” are up 5,000% and climbing.
I believe we are now witnessing the beginning of the falling away as described in 2 Thessalonians 2:3. Churches and denominations are becoming apostate one after another at lightening speed. Everything seems to be aligning for the man of sin to take the stage.
The prophecy of Matt 24:1 was fulfilled in 70 AD. However the question the disciples asked Him after, in Matt 24:3 was:
“Tell us, when will these things happen, and what will be the sign of Your coming, and of the end of the age?”
Then He began to prophesy about the end times, with verses 4-8 describing the beginning of birth pangs.
“You can enter God’s Kingdom only through the narrow gate. The highway to hell is broad, and its gate is wide for the many who choose that way. Matthew 7:13
I’m not surprised by the polling. Many are sliding down that slippery slope and aren’t even aware of it. The further down the slope society slips, the more they see the warning by bible believing Christians as narrow minded and kooks. Truth is always narrow. Lies always have shades of gray for those who want the lies to be true.
Everyone commenting has the same love of Jesus Christ, that much is obvious. And, to be sure, there are many approaches to Scripture that yields fruit worth consuming.
To me, I studied the Bible for many years understanding that some people take the Bible literally and some take it symbolically, and many, many more approach the Bible somewhere in between – they take some passages symbolically and some literally. To me, all approaches have validity.
As the years went by I found that almost all, including me, we’re putting forth their various takes on Scripture absent of one critical variable; the Holy Ghost, or Holy Spirit.
I suppose what I am wanting to say is that if one is filled with the Holy Spirit those literal and symbolic approaches fade away, and a totally new way to approach the Bible is found. And when that happens, information comes forth that no one has ever been able to see before.
It’s true the Holy Spirit resides in each if us, but it is through repentance that the Holy Spirit strengthens and leads a person to great understanding regarding Scripture.
There are literally hours of discussion that need to take place on this aspect of Scripture. I wrote to J.D. asking that he consider having me on to discuss this aspect of biblical understanding as it would greatly benefit his listeners. He wrote back telling me he would not have me on and to set up my own social channel and do it myself. But, I’m not a social media personality. In fact, I prefer to remain anonymous. I want no social media revenue and I do not want a following. I do, however, have something of value to say because what I have to say does not come from me but from the Holy Spirit. I’m a Watchman.
There is indeed something hidden in Scripture, which only the Holy Spirit can reveal. And what that is will blow your mind, make no mistake.
So, keep putting forth your interpretation of Scripture but never forget that there is a mystery buried within.
This is why there is mention in places in the Bible of scrolls with words written on both the front and the back. That back side, that is meant to represent the information waiting to be revealed by the Holy Spirit.
And the two-edged sword in Revelation, those two edges are mentioned to reference both the words of Jesus Christ and the power of the Holy Spirit and what results from the two intermingling of the two.
Perhaps J.D. will have a change of heart and have me on to discuss all that the Holy Spirit has accomplished and will still accomplish.
I know one thing, until the power of the Holy Spirit takes center stage the anti-Christ will continue to strengthen. The power of the Holy Spirit is the only way to defeat the anti-Christ. There is no other way.
And what exactly is the anti-Christ? I’ll share with you what was shown to me by the Holy Spirit. I’m documenting what I can as I have time. Watch this:
The Unholy Trinity
https://vimeo.com/674388945
Like I mentioned above, there are valid literal and symbolic approaches to Scripture, and then there is one that is provided by the Holy Spirit.
Pray, repent, read the Bible exhaustively, then pray, repent, and read the Bible some more, then pray, repent, and read the Bible some more. The Holy Spirit will fill you as you have never been filled.
The Narrow Gate is approaching faster than many think.
I only correspond with encrypted accounts. I think if you watched the video you might understand why.
Jacob
You cite: another survey has found that the American people are less engaged with the Bible than ever before…
This is why they believe the eschatological lies. They have exchanged the newspaper/TV/Utube podcasts for the Bible. That’s why so many of them sit back with false assurance that they are going to be removed from the planet before things get bad while absolving themselves of any responsibility to make things right. They are selfishly ignorant. The book of Revelation is also known as the Apocalypse of John and it speaks of events leading up to the destruction of Jerusalem and it’s fall in AD70. The imagery is drawn from the OT prophets. It is time to put that book in it’s proper place in time and stop using it to teach a false belief system.
Daniel was told the seal up the book because the events it spoke of were 430 years in the future. In Revelation 22:10 John was told to NOT SEAL up the book because the time was near (i.e. not 2000 plus years in the future)