January 28th Update

Jerusalem is expecting two days of snow beginning Tuesday Night. Arrangements are being made to place the homeless in hotels. This cold front is pounding the Middle East, and I don't need to point out that this is rather rare.

The destruction of the wall allowing the occupants of Gaza into Egypt appears to have been permitted for more than a humanitarian need. Time will only tell what Egypt has allow to be brought back into Gaza. But, logic tells me that it is more than bread and milk.

Bird Flu is creating a crisis in India, because many who own poultry have hidden them for the following reasons:
1. They feel they are not being properly compensated.
2. They have ducks and chickens as pets.
3. They have not been properly informed concerning Bird Flu.

• These conditions could lead to a perfect health storm. The weather also has not been helpful. Health officials fear that these conditions could provide the breeding ground that could enable the virus to complete the final mutations leading to a pandemic.

The West coast is being pounding with severe weather while the Mid-west is preparing for floods. Weather is providing an interesting insight into prophecy.

Matthew 16

2 - He answered and said unto them, When it is evening, ye say, It will be fair weather: for the sky is red.

3 - And in the morning, It will be foul weather to day: for the sky is red and lowering. O ye hypocrites, ye can discern the face of the sky; but can ye not discern the signs of the times?

Something New

I know there have not been any new posts for a while, I am sorry. Here is something brand new that I have not tried before. This really doesn't have to do with the news, prophecy, or anything like that, but it is all about The Advanced Bible Institute. I hope you enjoy! Let me know what you think! I hope to see everyone Tuesday night at 6:30, in The Family Life Center for class. We have a great lesson planned. There will be dinner served as well. To start the video press the arrow button, on the bottom left, twice, make sure that you have your volume turned up to hear the music! Enjoy!

Will Israel Surrender Jerusalem?

The miracles surrounding the rebirth of Israel are without equal in all of world history. Israel defied all odds in 1948 from the vote of the United Nations to surviving the onslaught of Egypt, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, and Jordan plus volunteers from other Islamic countries.

A quick study of the facts should prove to anyone with an open mind that Israel had to have had divine help to survive. This was only the beginning, because everyday since they have lived with extreme opposition. For them to exist everyday is a miracle!

The Six Day War led to the unification of Samaria, Judea, and Jerusalem. Again, in 1973, they were victorious when they faced a Pearl Harbor attack without any provocation.

Is it God's will for Israel to surrender that which God has enabled them to control? Will this surrender bring peace? Is God pleased?

For Such A Time As This

In the Book of Esther we learn of the conspiracy to exterminate the Jews. Haman released his evil plan. But, Mordecai, God's prophet, believed that God would somehow save the Jewish nation, whether through Queen Esther or otherwise.

Esther 4:13 - Then Mordecai commanded to answer Esther, Think not with thyself that thou shalt escape in the king's house, more than all the Jews. 14 - For if thou altogether holdest thy peace at this time, then shall there enlargement and deliverance arise to the Jews from another place; but thou and thy father's house shall be destroyed: and who knoweth whether thou art come to the kingdom for such a time as this?

Are we witnessing the rise of modern Hamans? Israel is surrounded by those who seek her destruction. Is it not time to hear from a current Mordecai and Queen Esther?

President Bush is on his way to the Middle East to lobby for the lastest peace efforts. But, at the same time killer storms are marching across the mid section of the US.

Are these historic storms related to the pressure placed on Israel to give up land and divide Jerusalem for the hope of peace?

We should all just look up in a time such as this!

Be Ye Also Ready In 2008

Matthew 24
44 - Therefore be ye also ready: for in such an hour as ye think not the Son of man cometh.

The news wires are full of interesting articles that will have a major impact on life as we have known it.
1. Prime Minister Olmert has taken a stronger stand for the of dividing Jerusalem.
2. Iran predict they will have nuclear power in a matter of weeks.
3. Kenya appears to be on the verge of civil war.
4. Pakistan continues in turmoil.
5. There is not a clear leader in either party in the 2008 Presidential Campaign.
6. Oil is near 100 dollars a barrel

Today sure would be a beautiful day to fly!

2007 in Review

Since today is New Year's Eve this post will be looking through this past year's biggest worldwide news and giving readers a heads up on what to watch out for this upcoming year in the news. Enjoy.

Headlines of 2007:
The Annapolis Peace Conference is held in Maryland
Beneazir Bhutto is killed
Bird Flu is found in England,Pakistan, Afghanistan, Japan, Egypt, and other countries too
Foot and Mouth has small outbreak in England
Ebola has first signs of an epidemic in Uganda
VP Dick Chaney has many heart problems
PM Tony Blair leaves office
John Bolton leaves UN
Russia claims North Pole for oil
Russia begins flying planes near US and UK
Iran begins uranium enrichment program
Iran's President speaks at Columbia University
Al Gore wins Nobel Peace Prize
France elects PM Sarkozy
The US Presidential race begins heating up
There were many other headlines in 2007 as well

Everyone keep your eye on Pakistan and the entire Middle East as well. There are many things happening all over the world, so keep watching. Don't take your eyes off of Russia, China, and Iran there are many things that could happen to them in the upcoming year. Of course the presidential elections are coming upon us as well. Don't forget about our boarder problem with Mexico. Everyone also keep your eye on Venezuela too. The world is changing all of the time and so is the news, so keep watching. Remember that we just need to keep looking up!
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The Day After Christimas

Luke 2

1 And it came to pass in those days, that there went out a decree from Caesar Augustus, that all the world should be taxed. 2 (And this taxing was first made when Cyrenius was governor of Syria.) 3 And all went to be taxed, every one into his own city. 4 And Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judaea, unto the city of David, which is called Bethlehem; (because he was of the house and lineage of David:) 5 To be taxed with Mary his espoused wife, being great with child. 6 And so it was, that, while they were there, the days were accomplished that she should be delivered. 7 And she brought forth her firstborn son, and wrapped him in swaddling clothes, and laid him in a manger; because there was no room for them in the inn.

The day after Christmas sure stirs up a lot of memories. All of the prechristmas activities seem so to be so distant. The gifts have all been exchanged leaving a mountain of trash. The kitchen is full of left over food. The sounds of excitement and laughter have been replaced with a awkward silence.