Prophetic Signs

Two news headlines caught my attention this week and caused me to speculate if they  had important prophetic significance. During the last few weeks we have learned rebels in Turkey attempted to overthrow the Government of President Erdogan but failed. Additionally, Iran's Supreme Leader has called the growing relationship between Israel and Saudi Arabia a "stab in the back" to the Muslim world.

Let us first look at the recent events in Turkey. Portions of the Turkish Army, Air Force and Police attempted to overthrow President Erdogan's dictatorial rule. Instead of ending Erdogan's reign, this coup failed and the result has actually strengthened his control to a large degree.

Turkey is one of the nations that will invade Israel as part of the "Invasion From The North" described in Ezekiel 38 and 39. This war is believed to be a pre-rapture event. Ezekiel 38:2 describes Gog as the leader of Russia who is charged to head this invasion of Israel. Verse 6 identifies Gomer, which is modern day Turkey, as one of the invading countries.

Why are these recent events in Turkey important prophetically? If the coup was successful, Turkey probably would have become a Democratic free society and would not take part in an invasion of Israel. On the contrary, Erdogan, who patterns his leadership style after Hitler and with heavy Muslim influence, will be an active and willing partner in the "Invasion From The North."

The second significant prophetic event involved comments by Iran's Supreme Leader who was upset with the developing Israel and Saudi Arabia relationship. We need to realize Iran, referred to as Persia in Ezekiel 38, will also be part of invading countries. Their stated goal expressed many times is the total destruction of Israel. Any co-operation by an Arab country with Israel does not fit this narrative.

Our Lord God says in Psalm 137:5-6, "If I forget you, O Jerusalem, let my right hand forget her skill! If I do not remember you, let my tongue cling to the roof of my mouth - if I do not exalt Jerusalem above my chief joy." He will not forget His covenant relationship with the Jewish people and to protect their land. He wins the battle of Gog and Magog for His covenant people. Ezekiel 38:21 says,

 "I Will Call For A Sword Against Gog 

Throughout All My Mountains."

 Hallelujah!

May The Lord Bless You And Keep You This Day And Everyday,

Frank