We have addressed the possibility of a war in the Middle East as described in Psalm 83 previously in our Blog, however, current events there necessitate looking at this possibility again. Psalm 83:4 says about the enemies of Israel, "Come, and let us cut them off from being a nation, that the name of Israel may be remembered no more."
The rise of an Islamic Caliphate known as ISIS who has gained control of Northern Iraq and Northern Syria on a murderous campaign has caused prophetic Bible Theologians to look at Psalm 83 again. ISIS has even had an influence in the Gaza conflict and an ISIS flag has been seen in Nazareth. Their overt stated goal is to invade and destroy Israel and the United States.
Psalm 83:5 continues in describing the enemies of Israel, "For they have consulted together with one consent; they form a confederacy against you." The next three verses six - eight go on to describe exactly the locations of the enemies of Israel who surround them: vs.6 "Tents of Edom (Palestinians in Southern Jordan), Ishmaelites (Saudis), Moab (Palestinians in Central Jordan), Hagarites (Egypt), vs.7 Gebal (North Lebanon) Ammon (Northern Jordan) Amalek (Sinai) Philistia (Hamas) Tyre (Hezbullah) vs.8 Assyria (Northern Iraq)."
The word of our Lord God clearly indicates that Israel currently is surrounded by enemies planning to destroy them. Now the addition of ISIS causes the scenario to be more dangerous and intense than ever. The last couple verses of Psalm 83 encourages us to turn to our Lord asking Him to protect the people of Israel. Verses 13, 16, 17 say "O my God, make them like the whirling dust, fill their faces with shame, let them be confounded and dismayed forever." Let us pray similar prayers to our Lord on behalf of the people of Israel.
May The Lord Bless You And Keep You In His Care This Day,
Frank
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