The “Deal” with Iran which was approved by the United Nations but not yet voted upon by the US Congress has brought many things to a focal point. American politicians continue to argue and dither about support for Israel. As details slip out about the give-away to Tehran the whole thing seems even more bizarre. Iran recognizes no terms for inspections, will continue its missile program; will continue to threaten Israel and all non-Shia Muslims, and it will gain billions of dollars as sanctions are released. As the Administration pounds its chest in triumph many thoughtful persons wonder where it will lead. As deafening chants of “death to America” and “death to Israel” echo in Tehran Israel prepares for what will be a time of test and trial. Yet, the only guaranteed winner is Israel. Scripture says so.
America was a nation of promise and was founded on religious principles. Israel was given to Abraham and his descendants by God. Despite good intentions and over two centuries of being the world’s most respected nation, America is seeing divisiveness, moral decay and a media-driven though process that was unheard of in the 1950’s. Many Christians are standing in opposition to the moral slide but others even boycott Israel or integrate their Bible readings with inclusion from the Quran or non-Scriptural sources. Many Christians hope in a rapture that will take them away from the coming storm. Yet the rapture itself is not fully explained in the Bible. In fact Paul’s mentioning it seems to draw an allusion to the resurrection of the dead before the Judgement, not to a singular event before the Second Coming. Some also have thought that because Paul was a Pharisee, his audience would understand his reference to it.
In many circles today people are afraid of coming events, weather emergencies, Jade Helm military exercises, political take overs and martial law. Bug-out bags and bunker supplies are widely advertised. Supermarkets have sections of survival foods. But Israel endures. 3,500 years of faithful existence and facing enemies who try to destroy you must amount to something. Israelis don’t have bug-out bags. They have missile shelters, not bunkers in the “boonies”. They will stand and fight for their Land. They won’t cower or run.
Certainly Israel has internal differences, Jews arguing with other Jews, daily attacks by Palestinian supporters, threats from Hamas, Hezbollah, Iran and now the Obama Administration. Yet daily life goes on, Shabbat is honored, a core confidence in God’s promises gives strength that cannot be compared to any other. As America sadly drifts away from its former allegiance to being “one Nation under God” we look to Israel that stands as one Nation under God for 3,500 years. Israel is our example of steadfast faith and courage and those of us who support The Land will use Israel’s courage as an example in the time before the storm.
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marlene says
America may not deserve to survive. Abraham couldn’t find ten righteous people in Sodom. How many are there in America, today?
Tom Brennan says
Thank you, I share your concern. God hears and answers prayer. We are also charged with declaring our allegiance to Him no matter what the opposition says or does. If we all speak out we will have a chance that Sodom gave up, a chance to change harts and minds.
Karen says
Millions. What a horrible post. Christians United for Israel has over 2 million members alone. America has many problems and yes, is facing the results of many bad choices….but Gods not done with us yet. I will pray for your eyes to be opened to the many hard working, God fearing people that still love our nation and the God of Abraham and support Israel despite our govt leaders.
Tom Brennan says
Thank you for your comment. There are always ways to change hearts and minds. Israel has many supporters and we can hope they influence people here to make changes in the way America is dealing with Iran and in relations with Israel.
Kristi Williamson says
I am a non-Jewish American raised in Southern California. It is heartbreaking to witness the rapid deterioration of the soul of my homeland. Large-scale killing of unborn babies, media worship of celebrity and moral turpitude, children shooting each other in schools, and our own government making a deal with the devil, ensuring the collapse of our country’s ties with its most valuable ally. But despite the foolish actions of some of our leaders, there still exists more than 10 righteous in America. I am part of a Messianic congregation of both Jews and Gentiles who love G-d, worship Yeshua and are loyal to Israel, and there are many more of the same mind. Rest assured that you still have friends in America who will not go down without a fight, and will continue to love and stand by Israel.
connie farwell says
Yes, be assured there are many of Gods people here in America who still and always will stand by Gods chosen people. It is very sad to see what is happening in this once God fearing Nation. This nation was born on Christian principles given to us by God. Too many have fallen away or drawn away by Satans lies. I see it more and more each day. Standfast brothers and sisters in the armor of God and let no man deceive you. Woe on to them that call good evil and evil good.
martha bramlett williams says
I pray everyday for the peace of Jerusalem, for Israel, for the Jewish people and for the PM. I ask God to give all peace, wisdom, protection. I am sicken over the president of my country being such a sinful person and I know my country is grieving God because it is grieving me. Shalom Martha
Tom Brennan says
Israel’s survival is assured by the Bible, God set an eternal covenant with Israel. We are obliged to not stay silent when we see evil such as is being perpetrated in America. But through email and other media we can be seen and heard. Unlike Sodom which refused to change, America can, an Israel is our model.
Alicia Mathews says
Amen Brother Tom . Israel people are the chosen people of God. The armies of Israel are the armies of God. God made a covenant with this nation through Abraham , Isaac and Jacob. God is a covenant keeping God. The God of Israel doesn’t sleep nor slumber .He watches over His people . I will stand and pray for Israel until I die. Amen
Alicia South Africa.
Ralph Perez says
The Lord will Judge us all , One at a time ! GOD save Israel !
Bernard Gende says
As a christian I know my Holy Bible.Many things foretold have come about already.Our God promised to cut back time
for many souls to be saved from the devil.We are now experiencing it.The world will go through the kind of pain mothers experience when about to give birth when I am about to come.We are in it now.The Lord of Israel is in command of the Israeli front line defence so current events will turn out in favour of Israel.Have faith in HIM ONLY.He will defend Israel.
Barbara Morton says
I love Israel. I pray everyday for the peace of Jerusalem. I also am ashamed that my President does not believe in the God of Abraham, Issac and Jacob nor does he love America to put her in the positions he has put her in. We Americans love Israel and I myself will stand for her and with her until Jesus comes to take us home.
Harry McCullough says
I believe that Israel will sign the covenant of death { peace treaty with her enemies.} after her seventieth year of her return to her land. That’s in about three years. Then the seven year tribulation period will begin. The agreement will hold forty two months. Then some one will break the agreement. Then war. This agreement is probably connected to the recent US_Iranian agreement. That is,… as a result of.
Daniel C Iwuoha says
Oh, I love Israel so much, and i have been in Israel before i spent 7 months and i also visited the holy land where prayed. The almighty God told Abraham, i will bless those who bless you and i curse those who curses you. Israel i bless you this day and you must surely have victory over your enemies, enemies like Iran, philistines and so more. God bless you all.