I am no different than you. I, too, have to fight through the fears and verbal attacks from zealots.

 I am convinced that Jesus is coming back for His church with the Feast of Trumpets.

In case you were not aware of when that will take place, it happens in September when Israel is trying to get two people to be witnesses to the New Moon.

We are to do no judgmental actions without at least two witnesses. Since I don't grasp Jewish law I assume that this could be two random, but anxious Jewish strangers that might declare this to the priesthood in Israel. I would not be surprised to find out that someone, trustworthy, would go out and try to observe the event.

This quest to spot the new moon happens this year during a 48 hour window of opportunity that initiates at sundown on September 22.

(It has been advertised for several weeks now that the UN will meet on September 22, 2025. and continue through the 24th. It will be co-chaired by Emmanuel Macron, the President of France and Saudi Prince Mohammed bin Salman , will push hard, fully expecting a declaration of peace and security to be signed by a majority of attendees, that will include President Donald Trump. A quote from i24 News states, “Macron said the objective is to rally the widest possible international support for a Two-State Solution, calling it “the only way to meet the legitimate aspirations of both Israelis and Palestinians.” Considering that God, Himself, has made it clear that no one will split the land that He has given to Israel, and not pay a severe price for that action.) Commentary mine.

Consider the variability of this attempt to view the new moon and then get officials from the Synagogue to validate your finding. There are several scenarios, one of which could be cloud cover for the entire 48 hour time interval. Should that happen the priests will have no option but to declare that there was a New Moon and place its occurrence in the last minutes of that 48 window.

There is a problem for those of us that choose to use our brains and talk about it, and that is the hostile negativity, generated by religious folk, that will aggressively remind you that Matthew 24:36 says that NO MAN knows the day or the hour when Jesus will come to collect His bride.

The context has to do with the parable of the Fig Tree.

Matthew 24:32-36 NLT  “Now learn a lesson from the fig tree. When its branches bud and its leaves begin to sprout, you know that summer is near.  (33)  In the same way, when you see all these things, you can know his return is very near, right at the door.  (34)  I tell you the truth, this generation will not pass from the scene until all these things take place.  (35)  Heaven and earth will disappear, but my words will never disappear.  (36)  “However, no one knows the day or hour when these things will happen, not even the angels in heaven or the Son himself. Only the Father knows.

I did a search on Duck Duck Go, which is AI assisted and it gave this understanding. “

“Yes, the statement "no one knows the day or hour" is an idiom that originated in Jewish culture, specifically related to the Feast of Trumpets, which begins with the sighting of the new moon. It reflects the uncertainty of knowing the exact timing of certain events, particularly in a religious context.”

An Idiom – is an expression.
That means the disciples who heard this idiom knew exactly what Jesus was talking about. He was talking about the day that nobody knows (another idiom) because it is a variable (as I have elaborated on, during which the officials from the Synagogue actively sought to spot the new moon which indicated the New Year.

Detective Sir Robert Anderson, of the famed Scotland Yard, did the math for us and demonstrated that the time frame ran from 444 BC to 32 BC. Jesus also did the math and placed Himself upon that Donkey on the precise day that would fulfill the prophecy and have Him ride through the Eastern gate, where the crowd hailed Him as Messiah. Problem, only a week later they yelled crucify Him. Robert Anderson had this to say, “THE INTERVAL WAS EXACTLY AND TO THE VERY DAY 173,880 DAYS, OR SEVEN TIMES SIXTY-NINE PROPHETIC YEARS OF 360 DAYS."

In Daniel and the Revelation there are references to a particular set of days and months.

Revelation 11:2-3 NLT  “But do not measure the outer courtyard, for it has been turned over to the nations. They will trample the holy city for 42 months.  (3)  And I will give power to my two witnesses, and they will be clothed in burlap and will prophesy during those 1,260 days.”

42 months and 1,260 days are both equal in time spans. 1,260 days x 2 = 2,520 days, or seven years.

Israel became a nation on May 14, 1948. They have been a nation for 77 years. The scriptures tell us that the age range of a man is 70-80 years. If this is the measure for a generation, then Israel is well within that span.

Psalms 90:10 BSB  “The length of our days is seventy years— or eighty if we are strong— yet their pride is but labor and sorrow, for they quickly pass, and we fly away.”

Jesus told this to the disciples that were gathered there.

"Now learn this lesson from the fig tree: As soon as its branches become tender and sprout leaves, you know that summer is near. So also, when you see all these things, you will know that He is near, right at the door. Truly I tell you, this generation will not pass away until all these things have happened.” (Matthew 24:32-34 BSB)

Israel is the fig tree.

Since we know that it's branches have become tender and sprouted leaves, then we also know that the summer is near.

What does that mean?

1. For those that enjoy figs, it is time to eat.

2. The summer season is the time when kings go to war. Well, the summer is upon those of us in the Northern hemisphere.

3. Jesus went on to say, "when you see all these things, you will know that He is near, right at the door.”
   He, is Jesus and He is coming soon to retrieve His bride.

4. And finally, “ this generation will not pass away until all these things have happened.”
   If the generation is those that were alive when Israel became a nation, well this is rapidly becoming a problem, because my father was one of those, and he just recently passed.

There is one more marker that signifies that we are at the end. The Apostle Paul, writing to the church in Thessalonica said this.

“Now about the times and seasons, brothers, we do not need to write to you. For you are fully aware that the Day of the Lord will come like a thief in the night. While people are saying, “Peace and security,” destruction will come upon them suddenly, like labor pains on a pregnant woman, and they will not escape.”                     (1 Thessalonians 5:1-3 BSB)

Verse 3 is read as people or they. The question is, who is the people that Paul is referring to. Since the context has everything to do with the catching away of the church, then our focus should be turned toward Israel and anyone that could have an impact on Israel.

Today's date is 09/08/25 and just yesterday the President of the United States, once again, tried demanding a peace deal by giving Hamas another of his ultimatums. Apparently Israel, or should I say, Prime Minister Netanyahu has indicated that Israel would be in agreement with this action.

Problems: 1. Hamas will not agree to any partition of Jerusalem because they want it all. This is NOT a new strategy for them for their destiny is to be at war with each other.

“And the Angel of the Lord continued, See now, you are with child and shall bear a son, and shall call his name Ishmael [God hears], because the Lord has heard and paid attention to your affliction. And he [Ishmael] will be as a wild ass among men; his hand will be against every man and every man's hand against him, and he will live to the east and on the borders of all his kinsmen.” (Genesis 16:11-12 AMP)

If it helps there is this understanding of Esau.

“... Esau I hated. I made his hills a wasteland and gave his inheritance to jackals of the wilderness.” (Malachi 1:3 TLV)

So, if you have not heard, French President Emmanuel Macron and Saudi Prince Mohammed bin Salmon, on September 22^nd through the 24^th, right in the midst of the feast of trumpets, will co-chair a vast UN committee with the sole purpose of making a declaration that splits Jerusalem and invokes a treaty that will finally bring – here it comes – peace and security.

If, God holds to His revealed word, which we, only moments ago, read; then those involved with this attempt at splitting God's city, will suffer a sudden destruction.

Where is the church during this moment of crisis?

I am one of those voices that believes that Jesus will come for His bride at the last trump, an aspect of the feast of trumpets.

I have to tell you that I am rather disgusted with any who come against us advocate for this window of opportunity, for that is what it is, a window. I cannot tell you where, within this 48 hour window, that begins on September 22, at sundown and ends on September 24, at sundown.

While it will come like a thief in the night for those who are complacent and argumentative, because they refuse to be alert and watch. Jesus said in John 8:12 that "He who follows me will NOT be walking in the dark.

If "the Day of the Lord" is specifically talking about God's wrath suddenly being poured out, then it should be energizing to know that the Day of the Lord cannot come until we, the church, are removed.

2 Thessalonians 2:3 LSV  “do not let anyone deceive you in any way, because if the departure may not come first, the man of lawlessness may not be revealed—the son of destruction,”

The narratives surrounding Lot and Noah both show that God had His people removed before destruction.

“but on the day that Lot went out from Sodom it rained fire and brimstone from heaven and destroyed them all.” (Luke 17:29 NASB)

Find the origins of this narrative and you will find that angels were telling Lot that they could do nothing until Lot and his family were safely removed. In the case of Noah, seven days before the rains came God had Noah and family get in the ark and then God closed the door.

If you do not have a personal relationship with Jesus it comes when you ask Him to come into your life. He took all your sin and shame to the cross with Him, and He made you Holy and sanctified for the Father's word by pouring His own blood out upon the heavenly altar. In Him you are lacking nothing. 

 

We are going home soon.

They are not that high-tech, are they? Revelation 13:16,17.

 “ It (the false prophet – also referred to as a beast) causes all, both small and great, both rich and poor, both free and slave, to be marked on the right hand or the forehead, so that no one can buy or sell unless he has the mark, that is, the name of the beast or the number of its name.” Revelation 13:16-17 (Emphasis mine)

If you think about how Islam deals with infidels, they are not that high-tech, are they?

I say that because, for the longest time, we were subjected to watching the beheading of Isis captives and an American citizen like Nick Berg – who was an American freelance radio tower repairman who went to Iraq after the United States invasion of Iraq. He was taken hostage and eventually beheaded on public television. Others have been shot in the head, and some have been hanged in public squares.

I have been watching how Islam treats people for several years now and decided to do a little research to see if the Quran prescribed the sword as the unique method of death for infidels. I can't say that I found that directive, but it is clear killing infidels is communicated.

If you attempt to research this for yourself, you will find the obligatory rebuttals to these passages from the Quran. In their rebuttals, they will tell you that Muslims are only to kill if attacked. It would seem that even an oral statement, especially one like this, in which my statements could be deemed blasphemy against Allah, constitutes an attack. Oh yes, the Quran tells them that deception is an elevated form of Jihad; and from what I understand, Allah is openly stated as the greatest of deceivers. So take that for what is worth. So, when they stand in defense of orders to kill, we might need to perceive what they say as nothing more than an attempt at deception.

While the next few lines may not speak to the method of death, it does speak to how serious they are about killing you.

From the website https://www.markalanwilliams.net/post/2017/01/02/koran-says-to-kill-infidels-bible-doesnt.

“So, let’s look at where the Koran says to kill infidels and then the fact that the Bible does not teach the same.”

1. The Koran says to kill infidels.

Note: an “infidel” means “a person who does not believe in religion or who adheres to a religion other than one’s own.”
Synonyms are unbeliever, agnostic, atheist, pagan, idolater, and heretic.

Here are passages from the Koran that teach Muslims to kill infidels (note: a sura is like a chapter reference):

“But when the forbidden months are past, then fight and slay the pagans wherever ye find them, and seize them, beleaguer them, and lie in wait for them in every stratagem [of war]; but if they repent, and establish regular prayers and practice regular charity, then open the way for them: for God is Oft-forgiving, Most Merciful” (Sura 9:5).

“Fight those who believe not in God nor the Last Day, nor hold that forbidden which hath been forbidden by God and His Apostle, nor acknowledge the religion of Truth, [even if they are] of the People of the Book [Christians and Jews], until they pay the jizya [tribute] with willing submission, and feel themselves subdued” (Sura 9:29).

“Prophet! Make war on the unbelievers and the hypocrites and deal sternly with them. Hell shall be their home, evil their fate.” (Sura 66:9)

Two surahs could potentially be used to provide a justification for beheading in the context of war:(https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beheading_in_Islam#Beheading_in_Islamic_scripture)

When the Lord inspired the angels (saying) I am with you. So make those who believe stand firm. I will throw fear into the hearts of those who disbelieve. Then smite the necks and smite of them each finger. (8:12)

Now when ye meet in battle those who disbelieve, then it is smiting of the necks until, when ye have routed them, making fast of bonds; and afterward either grace or ransom 'til the war lay down its burdens. (47:4)

There is much more than this, but I am trying not to bore you.

This idea that outsiders cannot work freely in an Islamic-controlled land is not a new concept.

Look at what the Qur'an says:

"Fight those who believe not in Allah nor the Last Day, nor hold that forbidden which hath been forbidden by Allah and His Messenger, nor acknowledge the religion of Truth, (even if they are) of the People of the Book, until they pay the Jizya with willing submission, and feel themselves subdued." Qur'an (9:29)

So, if you submit or are subdued and pay the Jizya tax, then you can live in relative freedom; otherwise, no.

Having been told by a “brother” at church that he was NOT interested in extra-biblical literature, and I have shoved a good deal of this type of literature down your throat, then let me show how this applies and aligns itself with scripture.

“And he (He is the false prophet. Islam believes this to be their version of Jesus, and they believe that he will be of the lineage of Aaron and, therefore, entitled to be the high priest in the Jewish temple.) causes all, the small and the great, and the rich and the poor, and the free men and the slaves (With the arrival of the vaccines do you believe that people like Bill Gates had that deadly concoction injected in their bodies? Of course not, after all, they have to run this great reset, that Klaus Schwab refers to as the fourth industrial revolution where humans become bio machines due to the ingredients in the vaccinations and further upgrades,) to be given a mark on their right hand or on their forehead, and he provides that no one will be able to buy or to sell, except the one who has the mark, either the name of the beast or the number of his name.”
(Revelation 13:16-17 NASB) (Emphasis mine)

I never would have guessed that even the great and rich will have to comply.

But what if this mark is not that high-tech, and Islam, who may have control at this point, may have their own simple idea of a mark.

The Jews, forced into the ghettos of Poland, were

given marks, and they were not allowed to do anything without the yellow star that said Juden on them. Few realize that there were many colors used to denigrate people groups under the direction of the Nazis.

 

A puzzling aspect of this prophetic word is the reference to this 666 indicator and how it is the number of a man. For a moment, I thought Walid Shoebat sounded good, as he described how it looked like the Arabic symbols meaning there is no god but Allah, and Muhammad is his messenger. I am not sure, and I am not willing to play with Gematria. So if there is one thing in Revelation that throws me for a loop, it is this 666 stuff. We already know it is a man; I am confident that it will be someone fulfilling the role of the Mahdi; they will head the restored Islamic caliphate, but who it is, is anybody's guess. For a few minutes, I thought Principe Erdoğan of Turkey was going to take the lead in this role, but I now lean toward former President Barack Obama. We should not rule him out.

The passage reads:

“This calls for wisdom: let the one who has understanding calculate the number of the beast, for it is the number of a man, and his number is 666.”

Contextually, John had just finished speaking about the image of the beast being set up, but as I said, we have too many options to define this as yet.

Your best bet is to stay ready on God's side. Start by having a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. You do that by turning your life over to Him and asking Him to come to be the center of your life. Then work on trimming off the bad fruit you have grown. Jesus Christ knows how to do that.