Although the generalization is usually applied to republics, according to Sir John Glubb, a British author and lecturer, most empires don't last longer than 250 years. Or as Sir John said in summation: As numerous points of interest have arisen in the course of this essay, I close with a brief summary, to refresh the reader's mind. (a)We do not … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2015
Purpose of Planned Parenthood
Republican 2016 presidential candidate Ben Carson recently made the assertion on a Iowa conservative radio show that the "purpose" behind Margaret Sanger's founding of the abortion giant Planned Parenthood was to "eliminate black people," and also questioned whether or not President Barack Obama realizes that. While the 63-year-old retired … [Read more...]
Is America The Mystery of Babylon?
America, like most nations, is not mentioned specifically by name anywhere in Scripture. But many Bible prophecy teachers believe that America’s role in the last days is mentioned, although the exact name America is not given. Others hold the view that America is the world base for trade and economy; therefore it is the Mystery Babylon that heads … [Read more...]
A Question of Why Empires Perish
Why has the United States pursued a foreign policy which has destabilized the Middle East? Why are we supporting the opposition (and even ISIS behind the scenes) in the war in Syria? Why are we continuing to build US military bases around the region, in preparation for an expanded conflict with Syria’s major ally, Iran? And why are Russia and China … [Read more...]
Daniel’s Vision of The Four Great Beasts
The prophet Daniel served under the Babylonian and Medo-Persian rulers. He was taken as a hostage from Jerusalem in 605 B.C. to the Babylonian court. Daniel was promoted to a position of high responsibility after interpreting Nebuchadnezzar dream which consisted of an image made up of different metals which Daniel interprets in Daniel 2:31-45. The … [Read more...]
Nebuchadnezzar’s Second Dream: No Empire Has an Automatic Right to Exist Forever
King Nebuchadnezzar’s life teaches us one lesson: God is sovereign. He limits the power and authority of all governments and empires. Those who live in luxury, self-indulgence, and freedom find this very difficult to understand much less to believe. Nebuchadnezzar thought of himself as a god and was persuaded to build a gold statue that all were to … [Read more...]
Nebuchadnezzar’s First Dream: The Rise and Fall of Empires
Nebuchadnezzar was one the most powerful successful kings in human history. Around 606 BC he had two dreams. The first one he sent for all his wise men to tell him the meaning of the dream, or lose their lives. The wise men failed but Daniel interpreted the dream. The dream was of a giant made of different materials from head to foot, starting with … [Read more...]
What Did America’s Founders Really Believe?
Warning: this is a very LONG post. Posted on September 10, 2012, Dr. R. Albert Mohler Jr Gregg Frazer, Author, The Religious Beliefs of America’s Founders: Reason, Revelation and Revolution Mohler: This is Thinking in Public, a program dedicated to intelligent conversation about frontline theological and cultural issues with the people who are … [Read more...]
Power Struggle vs. Power Healing
Sid Roth interviews John and Lisa Bevere, 'fighting for marriage' John and Lisa Bevere’s marriage didn’t start out happily ever after. They brought selfishness, temper and disfunctional backgrounds to their union, and clashed like Titans. Separate visions three months into their vows made them realize their conflicts were fueled by Satan. They … [Read more...]
From Freedom to Fascism in a Few Easy Steps
Politicians know this ruse well: If they want to put something illegal or immoral upon the people, they simply create names that convey something good and/or operate in secret to cover their chicanery. The president and Congress have used this old ruse once again as they move forward the so-called free trade treaties, the Trans-Pacific Partnership … [Read more...]