Prophecy Update: Could the Antichrist be on the earth today?
Part of the Rapture Convergence theory concerns itself with the question: are conditions ripe for the rise of the antichrist? I heard a newscaster say yesterday, “Antichrist might be on the earth.” The chaos erupting around the world caused the statement. The Bible makes very clear that Antichrist is coming.
“Children, it is the last hour; and just as you heard that antichrist is coming, even now many antichrists have appeared; from this we know that it is the last hour.”
1 John 2:21
The phrase ‘antichrists have appeared’ can be traced throughout history. Nimrod and Antiochus Epiphanes are two characters from history and the Bible who fit the description of antichrist. Nimrod is the original type of antichrist. Nimrod’s history is written in Genesis 10+11. “First, the meaning of his name is most suggestive. Nimrod signifies “The Rebel.” A fit designation was this for a man that foreshadowed the Lawless One, who shall oppose and exalt himself above all that is called God (2 Thess. 2:4), and who shall “stand up against the Prince of princes” ccel.org
In Genesis 11, Nimrod defies the will of God by building the tower of Babel. His intent was to make a one-world government without God. What we see today from the United Nations and the globalists is the exact same thing.
“And the King shall do according to his will, and he shall exalt himself and magnify himself above every god (ruler), and shall speak marvelous things against the God of gods”
Dan. 11:36
When antichrist comes, a distinguishing feature of his rule will be the arrogance shown towards our God. Today, we see a concerted effort among the Christian nations to eliminate Jesus from the public square. This has happened to Europe, it is happening in America, and it certainly is taking place in the Vatican. Prison and military chaplains are told that they cannot pray in Jesus name. Children in public schools are chastised for praying and prevented from reading the Bible. The assault on Christians continues unabated in most of the world.
“During the 400-year intertestamental period, there arose in the latter stages of the Greek kingdom a Gentile ruler named Antiochus IV. History records much about this despicable and villainous ruler, but more remarkable is the prophetic anticipation of Antichrist. In Daniel 7—8, two little horns appear, with one deliberately anticipatory of the other. Chapters 11—12 foretell the reign of the Seleucid dynasty, culminating in the cruel reign of Antiochus IV (through 11:35, according to most students of the passage). Then the focus shifts abruptly to the end-times Antichrist (11:36—12:3).” israelmyglory.org
Antiochus Epiphanes, aka, the ‘little horn’ desecrated the temple and committed the ‘abomination of desolation.’ When Alexander the great died, four of his generals divided up the kingdom. The division in Syria was ruled by a general named Seleucus (Antiochus IV), from 175 B.C. to 164 B.C. He was a treacherous, vengeful, ruler who attacked Israel. (Daniel 11:21-35)
If the coming antichrist is like Nimrod and Antiochus Epiphanes then we can look forward to a global government and the rebuilding of the temple. When Antiochus Epiphanes desecrated the temple, it was during the second temple period. The spirit of globalism, hatred of the Bible, elimination of Jewish/Christian influence, a desire to destroy Israel, a desire to commit a second holocaust of the Jews, and a desire to worship Satanic inspired false gods, dominate the headlines.
The spirit of the antichrist will include, hatred of Jesus, hatred of Israel, and a desire to rule the world. According to John, the spirit of the antichrist is already here.
“and every spirit that does not confess Jesus is not from God; this is the spirit of the antichrist, of which you have heard that it is coming, and now it is already in the world.”
1 John 4:3
Nimrod teaches us that there will be a move towards Global Government:
Since the 1920’s the move of the elites of the world has been toward consolidation of authority over the nations. Eventually that will lead to a global government that fits the description of Daniel 2+7.
“What If The Last Year Was Only A Taste Of What Is To Come? One of the ways the global cabal is attempting to implement The Great Reset and the Fourth Industrial Revolution is by putting global supply chains at risk to bring the economy to its knees. These “existential” crises are deliberately put in motion to move the world towards global governance based on the UN (Agenda 2030) Sustainable Development goals, a new blockchain based financial system, and a China-like surveillance state.” prophecynewswatch.com
The globalists are using fear-based tactics to gain control. If they can curse the economy, create chaos, and curtail freedom, then they can gain more control over average citizen’s lives. One way to put people in fear is to threaten war.
“The Doomsday clock is ticking. Since 1947, the non-profit organization, the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists (BAS), adjusts its symbolic clock to represent how close we are to destroying civilization, as we know it. In 2020 the clock was set at 100 seconds to midnight, the closest it has ever been to the theoretic end. According to a YouGov survey gathered last year, about one-third of American adults believe that an apocalyptic disaster will occur in their lifetime.” newsandtribune.com
The Bible teaches us to keep out eyes on Israel. Israel is going to be attacked and the nations attacking Israel include Iran. The last few days, Iran has been in the news regarding war.
“BREAKING NEWS: Staggering revelations are coming out of the United Nations here in the New York City area this afternoon. According to Iran President Rouhani, he was told by the former head of the United Nations that “members of the Security Council have decided upon war against Iran.” This comes just hours after Israeli Defense Minister Benny Gantz stated publicly “Iran poses an imminent and immediate danger, we must act now. Iran’s terror proxies in region have hundreds of strike drones, Tehran’s aggression keeps growing; the time to act against Iran is now,” and then went farther, saying “Israel will take action to eliminate any existential threat.” halturnerradioshow.com
The timing of this is very suspicious, coming when Russia declares its unity with Iran against Israel. Also very suspicious is the methodology of some of the attacks.
“Rapid escalation: Iran hits six (!) Ships – Captures one with special forces result! The captains of all six tankers announced almost simultaneously through the AIS system that they “do not have control” of their ships. Most likely, Iran launched a cyber attack, killing the systems of the six ships to immobilize them and then capture at least one.” warnews247.gr
President Biden just threatened an unknown nation with war because of cyber-attacks. Hmmm, Iran attacks several ships using cyber weapons, then the UN says it’s declaring war on Iran. That means that China and Russia are next on the global warpath. It was reported that the ships might have hit mines set by Iran, but later they surmised that it could have been a cyber-attack. Iran is denying they did any of this.
“New escalation: Shiite forces fire rockets at Israel from Lebanon -A “signal” for a new front against Israel was sent by Iran using Shiite pro-Iranian militias in Lebanon. Hezbollah and Palestinian groups fired rockets from southern Lebanon at Israel. The move comes shortly before the UN Security Council discusses measures to be taken against Iran. “In the event of an attack on Iran, Hezbollah and other Shiite organizations will attack Israel from all fronts.” warnews247.gr
“IDF ramps up pressure on Lebanon following rocket fire on Israel. Three rockets were fired at northern Israel from Lebanon on Wednesday afternoon, triggering sirens in communities near the border and a quick response from IDF forces that continued in intervals over several hours. Israeli forces responded with artillery fire towards the origin of the fire, across the Lebanese border, the army said. The artillery fire was reportedly resumed about an hour later, with residents in northern Israel saying they heard more shelling toward Lebanon.” israelhayom.com
It is certainly true that the rise of Antichrist will come when the world is in turmoil. We see a lot of turmoil today. The antichrist will sign a peace deal with Israel and the world. They sign a peace deal because Jesus said that the end times would be full of wars which are determined! (Daniel 9+Matthew 24) With that in mind, consider this next article:
“The biggest mobilization of the last 40 years: All US Navy Fleets on combat readiness! In a move that is described as “unprecedented”, the US Navy is mobilizing its naval forces worldwide, synchronizing the Fleets in 17 different Time Zones, from the Black Sea and the Mediterranean to the South China Sea and the East China Sea. The US Navy is launching a global exercise that will last until August 16. It is the largest exercise in 40 years in a global effort to send a message to Russia and China that the United States can fight on multiple fronts simultaneously.” warnews247.gr
Antichrist will be brutal as these next two quotes point out:
“And when they shall have finished their testimony the Beast that ascendeth out of the bottomless pit shall make war against them, and shall overcome them, and kill them” (Rev. 11:7). This is another name which reveals the terrible nature and character of the Antichrist and which places him in sharp antithesis from the true Christ. “The Beast” is the title by which he is most frequently designated in the Revelation: there are at least thirty references to him under this name in the last book of the Bible.” ccel.org
“He will be endowed with the most extraordinary powers, so that “he shall destroy wonderfully, and shall prosper, and practice, and shall destroy the mighty and the holy people” (Dan. 8:24). Before his exploits the fame of Alexander and Napoleon will be forgotten. None will be able to stand before him. He will go “forth conquering and to conquer” (Rev. 6:2). He will sweep everything before him so that the world will exclaim, “Who is like unto the Beast? who is able to make war with him?” (Rev. 13:4). His military exploits will not be confined to a corner, but carried out on a vast scale. He is spoken of as the man who will “shake kingdoms” and “make the earth to tremble” (Isa. 14:16). ccel.org
With all of the areas of the world under threat of war, it is clear that the signs of the time are ripe for the rise of the antichrist. He will come claiming the answers to peace and security, but he is a monster with the desire to kill. He is like his father the devil, a liar and murderer. The Bible teaches us that the antichrist is the little horn. That means that the government is already formed when he appears. The ten toes of Daniel 2, and the ten horns of Daniel 7 and Revelation 13 are already formed when the little horn appears. That means that the global government will be in operation before the antichrist takes over three of the horns and dominates the world.
The United Nations has a plan in place for global government and they have been implementing the plan. It is called Agenda 2030. “Transforming our world: the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development: This Agenda is a plan of action for people, planet and prosperity. It also seeks to strengthen universal peace in larger freedom. We recognise that eradicating poverty in all its forms and dimensions, including extreme poverty, is the greatest global challenge and an indispensable requirement for sustainable development.” sdgs.un.org
Notice how the UN frames their goal, eliminate poverty. Great goal but Jesus said it would not happen. They wish to save the planet, save the people, and introduce peace for the whole world. Jesus said, when they say peace and safety, then sudden destruction will come. Satan always comes as an angel of light and the last days deception will promise much and deliver on nothing!
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