Israeli Casualties

Israel has suffered loss of life and serious injuries from numerous wars and continuing terror attacks. This has resulted in hundreds of thousands of Israelis suffering from Post - Traumatic Stress. Even in the year of 1948 when Israel was formed as a State, immediately they were invaded by surrounding Arab countries. 

This year on Yom Hazikaron {Memorial Day for the fallen soldiers of the wars of Israel and victims of actions of terrorism} Israel mourned 24,213 victims. This number included 4,255 civilian victims who have been murdered by terrorist attacks.

So far, we have only addressed the threat of continuing terror attacks in Israel. However, Israel is surrounded by those who desire to totally eliminate them as a State. Hezbullah, a terror organization, is located on Israeli's northern border with thousands of rockets pointed toward Israel. Gaza, located on Israel's southwest border, is a terror organization that shoots rockets into Israel on a regular basis. Syria is located on Israel's northeast border and currently houses Russian and Iranian troops who certainly are not friends of Israel.

Isaiah 40:1 says, "Comfort, Yes, Comfort My People!" We probably do not know any of those who have lost their lives but we can be involved in comforting their families through our prayers. 

Please Join Us In Praying Psalm 91:

Vs. 2 - "I will say of The Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress."

Vs. 4 - "He shall cover you with His feathers and under His wings you shall take refuge."

Vs. 5 - "You shall not be afraid of the terror by night nor of the arrow that flies by day."

Vs. 9, 10, 11 - "Because you have made The Lord, who is your refuge, even the Most High, your habitation, no evil shall befall you, nor shall any plaque come near your dwelling; for He shall give His angels charge over you, to keep you in all your ways."

Blessings,

Frank

          

Supporting Israel

Recently, a Christian procession through Jerusalem demonstrated to Israelis that they do not stand alone. Israeli President Herzog said, "Your presence demonstrates your unwavering support for our nation and its people. The State of Israel welcomes you with open arms."

This procession was organized by Jobst Bittner, Head of The International March of Movement. The movement organizes marching at Holocaust Sites all over Europe and at more than 500 cities within 20 nations around the world. Bittner proclaims as a German, "We must speak out against Anti-Semitism and stand with Israel."

On April 20th in the United States Capital Building, a ceremony was held to recognize Holocaust survivors. Some were actually present and spoke about family members who they lost during the Holocaust. A positive movement by the United States Government is that they have appointed a director to eliminate Anti-Semitism in the United States. She was the featured speaker. Praise The Lord!

Please Pray With Us Psalm 122 In Support Of Israel:

Vs. 1 "I was glad when they said to me, 'Let us go into the house of The Lord.'"

Vs. 2 "Our feet have been standing within your gates, O Jerusalem!"

Vs. 6 "Pray for the Peace of Jerusalem: May they prosper who love you."

Vs. 7 "Peace be within your walls, prosperity within your palaces."

Vs. 8 "For the sake of my brethren and companions, I will now say, 'Peace be within you.'"

Blessings,

Frank

The Land!

A left leaning Israeli Leader is expected to view "The West Bank" as Palestinian Arab Land illegally occupied by Israel. He says only Jewish "Extremists" insist on calling the region by its Biblical name Judea and Samaria and insist the right of the Jews is to settle on these lands. While visiting Judea and Samaria an Israeli extremist said, "Our forefathers put down roots in Judea and Samaria." Who Owns Judea And Samaria?

The Word of God is very clear about Judea and Samaria! It was given by Jehovah God to His Chosen People - The Jews. There is no question about this no matter what the Palestinians; countries of the world; NATO or the United Nations might say! Genesis 15:18 says, "On the same day The Lord made a covenant with Abram, saying: 'To your descendants I have given this land, from the river of Egypt to the great river, the River Euphrates.'"

The land given by God to His Chosen People runs from Egypt to the Euphrates River with the Mediterranean Sea as its West Border and Jordan as its East Border. Certainly, this land given by God to His People includes Judea and Samaria!

Please Pray Psalm 68 For God's People In Judea And Samaria:

Vs. 1   "Let God arise, let His enemies be scattered."

Vs. 2   "As smoke is driven away, so drive them away."

Vs. 33 "Indeed, He sends out His voice, a mighty voice."

Vs. 34 "Ascribe strength to God, His excellence is over Israel."

Vs. 35 "The God of Israel is He who gives strength to His People."

Blessings,

Frank

 

       

Genesis 12:3

Please notice the title in which Gnesis 12:3 says "I Will Bless Those Who Bless You." Jehovah God desires to bless those who bless Israel. Each weekly message will bring an update of happenings in Israel and will end with prayer for those situations using a Psalm as the reference.

When Benjamin Netanyahu was recently re-elected as Prime Minister, it was believed Right-Wing Politics would dominate decisions. After four months, there is a crisis in the Right-Wing Coalition. National Security Minister Itamar Ben Guir has said he will not vote with the Right-Wing Coalition unless Netanyahu pursues more Right-Wing Policies.

Ben Guir believes Netanyahu reacted in a weak manner in his response to rocket attacks from Gaza. The prime minister responded by saying, "If Ben Guir is dissatisfied, he is welcome to leave the government." Ben Guir also feels as Minister of National Security, he should be involved in discussions on how to respond to rocket attacks. Possibly, Ben Guir was not invited to discussions because he believes the way to deal with Gaza is "To bomb it into oblivion." The Knesset does not welcome this type of attitude.

Currently, Right-Wing Politics is not capable of functioning in Israel. Israel's leadership has to always pay attention to political considerations worldwide. Israel's hands are not free to function as they desire!

Is Israel's Government an abomination to Jehovah God? Israel rejected God as their King in 1Samuel 8:5 when they said "Now make for us a king to judge us like all the nations." Likewise, Israel's current government is considered a democracy but please notice all the turmoil in its attempt to function with results.

How can we pray for the government in Israel? Psalm 81 is entitled "God's Plea For Israel's Obedience." Please pray the following verses with us:

Verse 1. "Sing aloud to God our strength."

Verse 8. "Hear, O My people and I will admonish you!"

Verse 9. "There shall be no foreign god among you."

Verse 10 "I am the Lord your God."

Verse 13. " Oh that My people would listen to Me."

Verse 14. "I would soon subdue their enemies."

Hallelujah . . . Bless His Holy Name!

Blessings,

Frank

    

 

Jesus, The Revelator, Final Message

This will be the final message in our study of the Book Of Revelation. Some of you might be declaring Hallelujah! We know many pastors do not teach Revelation believing it is difficult to understand. Yes, it can be challenging but we believe Christians need to know what has to take place prior to Jesus returning to earth. We hope you now feel more confident about end time events.

Revelation 19:7-8 says, "Let us be glad and rejoice and give Him glory, for the marriage of the Lamb has come and His wife has made herself ready. And to her it was granted to be arrayed in fine linen, clean and bright, for the fine linen is the righteous acts of the saints." 

This is one of the most special couple of verses in God's Word. The timing of this event is challenging but it is believed to happen at the end of the Tribulation Period just prior to Jesus returning to earth. Those who are "Saved" are invited to this most Glorious Meal In History! We will sit and eat a meal with Jesus as The Host. John 14:2 says Jesus "Has prepared a place for us" to include this very special meal. Bless His Holy Name! 

We also believe that shortly after this special meal Jesus returns to earth. {Revelation 19:11-21.} It is important to understand all that is happening at this point in time. The kings of the earth have gathered armies at the valley called Meggog in Israel to invade Jerusalem. This battle is also referred to as the Battle of Armageddon. Jesus is observing all of these events.

Revelation 19:11-21 are entitled "Second Coming Of Jesus" and verse 11 says, "Then I saw Heaven opened, and behold, a white horse. And He who sat on him was called Faithful and True and in righteousness He judges and makes war." Jesus is coming to earth riding on a white horse in the sky. All those who are saved will follow Him dressed in white riding on white horses. {Revelation 19:14.}

Revelation 19:15 says, "Now out of His mouth goes a sharp sword, that with it He should strike the nations." Jesus instantly defeats the armies attempting to destroy Jerusalem starting His ruling and reigning on earth as the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. Hallelujah!

Our next message will start a time when we will bring updates on the tense scenario in Israel and how we all can pray effectively for the "Peace of Jerusalem." based on the Psalms.

Blessings,

Frank

  

Jesus, The Revelator

Revelation 17:1 says, "Then one of the seven angels who had the seven bowls came and talked with me, saying to me, 'Come, I will show you the judgement of the great harlot who sits on many waters.'" Revelation 17 is all about the great harlot. We will start this much involved message by identifying her.

She is also referred to as Mystery Babylon The Great, The Mother Of Harlots. We learned previously that physical Babylon has been destroyed. This harlot represents spiritual Babylon or the Apostate Church during the Tribulation Period. This church will concentrate on rituals instead of revivals. Could we say some of this is present today?

Revelation 17:7 says, "But the angel said to me, 'Why do you marvel? I will tell you the mystery of the woman and of the beast that carries her, which has the seven heads and the ten horns.'" We have learned previously that the beast is the Anti-Christ who controls the harlot. The beast is shown with seven heads and ten horns. The seven heads are mountains on which the harlot sits. More important, the ten horns are the kings who give power and authority to the beast and they try to make war with the Lamb {Jesus} who defeats them. {Battle of Armageddon}.

Revelation 17:15-18 says, "And he said to me, 'The waters which you saw where the harlot sits, are people, multitudes, nations, and tongues. And the ten horns which you saw on the beast, these will hate the harlot, make her desolate and naked, eat her flesh and burn her with fire. For God has put it into their hearts to fulfill His purpose.'" Please notice verse 17 says, "For God has put into their hearts to fulfill His purpose." God's purpose during the Tribulation Period is to have the Anti-Christ in total control. This will become possible once the harlot is destroyed.

In our next message, we will start looking at Revelation 19, 20 that is called "The Reign Of The King." Hallelujah!

Blessings,

Frank 

Jesus, The Revelator

Revelation 15:5-8 says, "After these things I looked and behold the temple of the tabernacle of the testimony in Heaven was opened. And out of the temple came the seven angels having the seven plaques, clothed in pure bright linen and having their chests girded with golden bands. Then one of the four living creatures gave to the seven angels seven golden bowls full of the wrath of God who lives forever and ever. The temple was filled with smoke from the glory of God and from His power and no one was able to enter the temple till the seven plaques of the seven angels were completed."

This will be the scene in Heaven just prior to God establishing His Bowl Judgements to complete the pouring out of His Wrath. 

Following are the Seven Bowl Judgements and their affects:

First Bowl - Sores upon those worshipping the Beast.

Second Bowl - Blood in the seas killing all the creatures.

Third Bowl - Rivers and springs become blood.

Fourth Bowl - The sun will scorch men with fire.

Fifth Bowl - The kingdom of the Anti-Christ will become dark.

Sixth Bowl - The Euphrates River will dry up so the Kings of the East may pass over. This will be part of the Kings of the earth gathering to invade Jerusalem in the Battle of Armageddon.

Seventh Bowl - Revelation 16:17,21 "Then the seventh angel poured out his bowl into the air and a loud voice came out of the temple of Heaven, from the throne, saying, 'It Is Done!' And men blasphemed God."

It is difficult to believe but after God poured out His Wrath on unbelievers, there will still be those who blaspheme Him and do not accept Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. Those who survive the pouring out of God's Bowl Judgements will then be part of the Battle of Armageddon. Revelation 14:20 says the blood shed during this battle will rise up to horses' bridles. 

Looking ahead, we are approaching the completion of the study of Revelation with four messages remaining. We then plan to bring weekly updates on the tense situation in Israel to include ways to Pray For The Peace Of Jerusalem using the Book of Psalms.

Blessings,

Frank