Timothy Woodall Christadelphian Research

Timothy Woodall Christadelphian Research

Preaching the Signs of the Times

Mr. Timothy Woodall do you not think it is wrong to copy and paste what some one writes on facebook to your website? 

1st of all Duncan Heaster and not a Christadelphian he is a member of Carelinks which is a group that has simmliar beliefs to Christadelphians

2nd Duncan Heaster is one person and he does not speak for every Christadelphian

3. Christadelphians still believe in the traditional beliefs that's why we have prophecy days 4 times a year

The purpose of these Prophecy Days:“To provide brethren and sisters with sound reasons why we can still have confidence in our Christadelphian heritage in the area of Bible prophecy. Our traditional beliefs will be presented in a contemporary, stimulating way.”

We are not wrong about our beliefs on prophecy some of it is only now been fulfilled as you can see from this weeks Bible in the news

Suddenly Mr. Putin has eclipsed Mr. Obama as the world leader driving the agenda in the Syria crisis. He has vocally criticized as America’s militarism and reasserted Russian interests in a region where it had been marginalized since the collapse of the Soviet Union.

The world media spotlight continues to be focused on Syria with Russia and America announcing they have reached an agreement on Syrias chemical weapons.

As reported last week, having stood idly by while the Syrian civil war claimed the lives of over 100,000 people, an uproar has arisen over the use of Chemical weapons which violate the Geneva Convention. Chemical weapons do not kill people nicely, and therefore the world has had to speak out. However, when America threatened action, an even greater uproar has been made by nations around the world, including the Vatican. Russia has rushed in with a solution that will deal with Chemical weapons and leave the murderous regime entact.

Russia & US agree on Chemical Weapons Resolution

The Ottawa Citizen reported under the following headline US, Russia reach agreement on framework to secure Syria chemical weapons:

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov reached agreement Saturday on a framework for Syria to destroy all of its chemical weapons, and said they would seek a U.N. Security Council resolution that could authorize sanctions short of military action if Syrian President Bashar Assad's government fails to comply.

"The world will now expect the Assad regime to live up to its public commitment," Kerry told a packed news conference in the Intercontinental Hotel in Geneva. "There can be no games, no room for avoidance, or anything less than full compliance by the Assad regime."

The deal calls for international inspectors to be on the ground in Syria by November and to complete their initial work by the end of that month. All of Syria's chemical weapons stocks, material and equipment would have to be destroyed or removed by mid-2014.

The agreement came after three days of intense negotiations. The Washington Post reported:

Syria, which is not a party to the Geneva talks, denied until this week that it had chemical weapons. Under Russian pressure, Assad agreed to acknowledge the stockpiles and join the international weapons ban.

What this effectively does is protect Syria, a Russian friend and ally, from western military intervention and places it under Russias watch. This is in keeping with the words of Ezekiel 38:7 where we read:

Be thou prepared, and prepare for thyself, thou, and all thy company that are assembled unto thee, and be thou a guard unto them. (Ezekiel 38:7)

Strongs defines this as to observe, to guard over, to watch, a place of confinement. Gesenius adds, to place in custody. Russia has placed Syria under its custody, protected from the West.

Russias Rise at Americas Expense

The Russian initiative has greatly weakened the United States role in international affairs. The Washington Post reported the back down approach:

Washington and London have now backed off the use-of-force provision, and a revised French draft being circulated at the U.N. Security Council has weakened it. Instead, the draft calls for continuous review of Syrias compliance..and, if Syria does not comply fully, to impose further measures that are unspecified.

A New York Times headline read, As Obama Pauses Action, Putin Takes Center Stage. The article stated:

Suddenly Mr. Putin has eclipsed Mr. Obama as the world leader driving the agenda in the Syria crisis. He is offering a potential, if still highly uncertain, alternative to what he has vocally criticized as Americas militarism and reasserted Russian interests in a region where it had been marginalized since the collapse of the Soviet Union.

Although circumstances could shift yet again, Mr. Putin appears to have achieved several objectives, largely at Washingtons expense. He has handed a diplomatic lifeline to his longtime ally in Syria, President Bashar al-Assad, who not long ago appeared at risk of losing power and who President Obama twice said must step down. He has stopped Mr. Obama from going around the United Nations Security Council, where Russia holds a veto, to assert American priorities unilaterally.

The Washington Times under the headline Putin offers Obama face-saving lifeline in push for Syria to surrender chemical weapons suggested that Putin has also bailed Obama out of a political crisis too. Another article stated:

The speed with which Obama embraced the idea hinted at the depth of his political isolation -- as support fast ebbs for military action in Congress, and with his credibility as a world statesman in doubt.

American President Obama has been weakly vacillating, not really wanting to act, but having painted himself into a corner with his red line speech on chemical weapons. Obama has lacked the backbone or resolve to be a man of his word. His indecisiveness has cost America the initiative in the region. Any hopes of the American cavalry coming to the rescue have gone up on a puff of hot air. The cost to American strategic position is enormous.

The words of Rab-shakeh to Hezekiah regarding relying on Egypt as an ally are brought to mind:

Now, behold, thou trustest upon the staff of this bruised reed, even upon Egypt, on which if a man lean, it will go into his hand, and pierce it: so is Pharaoh king of Egypt unto all that trust on him. (2 Kings 18:21)

So is Obama, President of America. What kind of support is he able to give? How much should Israel rely on assurances America has given? Those who trust in him will be pierced through.

This is, of course, the picture painted by scripture in the time of the end. The western nations, which for the past 60 years have been the worlds policemen, are reduced to a feeble protest when Gog makes its final move in Ezekiel 38. We read their protest in verse 13:

Sheba, and Dedan, and the merchants of Tarshish, with all the young lions thereof, shall say unto thee, Art thou come to take a spoil? hast thou gathered thy company to take a prey? to carry away silver and gold, to take away cattle and goods, to take a great spoil? (Ezekiel 38:13)

Yet there is no decisive action to do anything about this great invasion which will take place. We read of no counter-offensive whatsoever in the scriptures. It is the Lord Jesus Christ who will save the day.

Putins Move to Constrain America

Putin is not hiding anything about his real agenda. He addressed the American people in A Plea for Caution From Russia in the New York Times (ironically on September 11th). He wrote:

Recent events surrounding Syria have prompted me to speak directly to the American people and their political leaders. It is important to do so at a time of insufficient communication between our societies.

Relations between us have passed through different stages. We stood against each other during the cold war. But we were also allies once, and defeated the Nazis together. The universal international organization the United Nations was then established to prevent such devastation from ever happening again

No one wants the United Nations to suffer the fate of the League of Nations, which collapsed because it lacked real leverage. This is possible if influential countries bypass the United Nations and take military action without Security Council authorization.

The potential strike by the United States against Syria, despite strong opposition from many countries and major political and religious leaders, including the pope, will result in more innocent victims and escalation, potentially spreading the conflict far beyond Syrias borders. A strike would increase violence and unleash a new wave of terrorism. It could undermine multilateral efforts to resolve the Iranian nuclear problem and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and further destabilize the Middle East and North Africa. It could throw the entire system of international law and order out of balance

From the outset, Russia has advocated peaceful dialogue enabling Syrians to develop a compromise plan for their own future. We are not protecting the Syrian government, but international law. We need to use the United Nations Security Council and believe that preserving law and order in todays complex and turbulent world is one of the few ways to keep international relations from sliding into chaos. The law is still the law, and we must follow it whether we like it or not

It is alarming that military intervention in internal conflicts in foreign countries has become commonplace for the United States

The world reacts by asking: if you cannot count on international law, then you must find other ways to ensure your security

We must stop using the language of force and return to the path of civilized diplomatic and political settlement.

A new opportunity to avoid military action has emerged in the past few days. The United States, Russia and all members of the international community must take advantage of the Syrian governments willingness to place its chemical arsenal under international control for subsequent destruction

There are big countries and small countries, rich and poor, those with long democratic traditions and those still finding their way to democracy. Their policies differ, too. We are all different, but when we ask for the Lords blessings, we must not forget that God created us equal.

So Putins goal is the containment of America and the advancement of the will of all nations Putin doesnt want America to be the worlds policeman anymore. Putin wants America to be shackled by the will of the United Nations. (Remember, the UN is a body that made 65 resolutions against Israel between 1955 to 1992, without one resolution against the Palestinians. More recently, in 2012 there were 21 resolutions against Israel, 4 for the rest of the world.) This is the body that Putin would like to put control into the hands of

What is also of great interest is Putins reference to Christianity and faith, showing a revival at the highest level of Christianity in the formerly atheistic-communist Russia.

Following Putins letter, Dimitri Trenin, director of the Carnegie Moscow Centre, was interviewed, and stated the following:

The larger goal, the really big goal is forcing the United States back into the U.N. Security Council-centered international system

I think Putin is basically saying something that a lot of people will find objectionable that the United States has been soaring above international law and its time for the country to return inside the framework of international law as codified by the United Nations charter, especially with the Security Council

Putins goal is to weaken the USA role in the world and assert Russias role in international affairs. It wants the UN to be the watch dog, and all nations to be under its control. This is in keeping with a prophetic picture painted by the Bible. The invasion of Israel will be an international effort led by Russia. It is described by the prophets:

For I will gather all nations against Jerusalem to battle; And the city shall be taken, and the houses rifled, and the women ravished; And half of the city shall go forth into captivity, And the residue of the people shall not be cut off from the city. (Zechariah 14:2)

For, behold, in those days, and in that time, When I shall bring again the captivity of Judah and Jerusalem,I will also gather all nations, And will bring them down into the valley of Jehoshaphat, And will plead with them there for my people and for my heritage Israel, Whom they have scattered among the nations, and parted my land. (Joel 3:12)

At the head of this conglomeration is Gog:

And say, Thus saith the Lord God; Behold, I am against thee, O Gog, the prince of Rosh, (RV) Meshech and Tubal: And I will turn thee back, and put hooks into thy jaws, and I will bring thee forth, and all thine army, horses and horsemen, all of them clothed with all sorts of armour, even a great company with bucklers and shields, all of them handling swords: Persia, Ethiopia, and Libya with them; all of them with shield and helmet: Gomer, and all his bands; the house of Togarmah of the north quarters, and all his bands: and many people with thee. (Ezekiel 38:36)

This is a European confederacy joined by Persia (Iran, Ethiopia an Libya). It is led by Russia.

Russia is equates with the symbol of the Dragon in Revelation 16 and there we find it using the doctrines of the French Revolution to draw all nations down:

And I saw three unclean spirits like frogs come out of the mouth of the dragon, and out of the mouth of the beast (Europe), and out of the mouth of the false prophet (Papacy). For they are the spirits of devils, working miracles, which go forth unto the kings of the earth and of the whole world, to gather them to the battle of that great day of God Almighty. And he gathered them together into a place called in the Hebrew tongue Armageddon. (Revelation 16:1316)

Putin referred to equality in his speech. We can expect more of this rhetoric as Revelation informs us that it will be the frog spirit doctrines of Liberty, Equality and Fraternity coming out of Russia, Europe and the Papacy that will draw the nations into an invasion of Israel.

As the alliances described in the Bible continue to slide into place, as Western power wanes, Russian influence and protection grows, and preparations are being made for the gathering of the nations to Armageddon we need to heed the words of the Lord sandwiched between the gathering of the nations and the battle itself:

Behold, I come as a thief. Blessed is he that watcheth, and keepeth his garments, lest he walk naked, and they see his shame. (Revelation 16:15).

The world events around us are a call to action to examine ourselves, and purge the leaven out of our lives, being prepared, being spiritually clothed, being awake, being ready to meet our Lord when he comes. Come back next week and continue to watch with us on the Bible in the News.

Bible Prophecy The Worldwide Outpouring of the Holy Spirit in the Last Days

Title: The Worldwide Outpouring of the Holy Spirit in the Last Days

Introduction

The concept of the last days and a worldwide outpouring of the Holy Spirit before the second coming of Jesus is a significant and profound aspect of biblical prophecy. This topic is deeply rooted in the Old Testament, particularly in the prophecy of Joel. In Acts 2, the Apostle Peter references Joel's prophecy to explain the events of Pentecost and to shed light on the greater fulfillment yet to come. This document will explore the meaning and implications of Joel's prophecy, emphasizing the worldwide outpouring of the Holy Spirit in the last days, and its connection to the second coming of Christ.

Joel's Prophecy and the Last Days

Joel's prophecy, as quoted by Peter in Acts 2, begins with the phrase, "it shall come to pass afterward." The question arises: After what? It becomes evident that this prophecy has a significant fulfillment at the second coming of Christ. However, there are parallels between the terminology used in Joel and the events associated with Christ's death. (Mat.27:50-51)This suggests that Joel's prophecy also has relevance to the first advent of Christ, signifying its dual application.

"The last days" is generally associated with the second coming of the Lord, but it is essential to recognize that this term is also applied to the Lord's first advent. Various biblical passages support this dual application, highlighting the interconnectedness of the two advents in God's plan.  (see Mat. 24:14; Heb. 1:1-2; 10:25; cp. Heb. 9:26; 2Pet. 3:7).Second coming  (cp. Isa. 59:20, quoted in Rom. 11:26

The Spirit Upon All Flesh

Joel's prophecy speaks of the Spirit being poured out upon "all flesh." While this phrase appears in the Greek text, it cannot be understood literally. Instead, it relates to all classes of believers, including sons, daughters, young men, old men, servants, and handmaids. This statement signifies the end of an era when prophets and priests were the sole recipients of God's revelations to Israel, indicating the imminent conclusion of the Mosaic dispensation.

In the first century AD, many individuals became involved in proclaiming the divine message, offering warnings and exhortations directed by the Spirit of God. This involvement was in line with the meaning of "prophesy" (propheteu-sousin), which referred to giving divine messages under the guidance of the Spirit.

The Significance of Joel's Prophecy

In Acts 2:16, Peter emphasizes the importance of Joel's prophecy as he addresses the crowd at Pentecost. He cites a portion of Joel 2:28-32 to show that Pentecost was not a complete fulfillment but a token of what is yet to come. Peter's quotation from Joel serves three purposes: to explain the unique manifestation of the Spirit, to warn of impending judgment on the nation of Israel, and to introduce the path to individual salvation through Jesus Christ.

The miraculous gift of tongues, observed at Pentecost, was a means to draw attention to the grand announcement of salvation. This connection between the outpouring of the Spirit and salvation is a crucial aspect of Joel's prophecy.

Verse 17 and the Last Days

Verse 17 of Acts 2 begins with "And it shall come to pass in the last days." This phrase, "last days," is associated not only with the holocaust of AD70 but also points to the second advent of Christ. Joel's prophecy, therefore, has both primary and secondary applications, highlighting its relevance to different periods in history. (Isa. 13:10; Eze. 32:7).

"I will pour out My Spirit upon all flesh." This promise indicates that "all flesh" did not receive the Spirit at Pentecost but serves as a token of a future worldwide impact. In the last days, the entire world will be affected by the power of the Truth, leading to an improvement in the condition of "all flesh."

Title: The Last Days and the Cosmic Signs: A Worldwide Outpouring of the Holy Spirit Before the Second Coming of Jesus

Introduction

The concept of the last days and a worldwide outpouring of the Holy Spirit before the second coming of Jesus is a profound aspect of biblical prophecy. In the book of Acts, the Apostle Peter references the prophecy of Joel to explain the events of Pentecost and to shed light on the greater fulfillment yet to come. While we previously discussed Joel's prophecy and the pouring out of the Spirit upon all flesh, it is crucial to delve deeper into the cosmic signs mentioned in Acts 2:20, which play a significant role in understanding the last days and their connection to the second coming of Christ.

The Cosmic Signs in Joel's Prophecy

Verse 20 of Acts 2, as Peter quotes from Joel's prophecy, introduces two crucial cosmic signs: the darkening of the sun and the turning of the moon into blood. These symbols have profound implications and carry a dual meaning that transcends the immediate context of Joel's time.

The Sun: Symbol of World Leaders

In Joel's prophecy, the sun symbolizes ruling powers and leaders whose influence extends over those under their control. In the last days, this imagery represents world leaders and governing authorities on a global scale. The darkening of the sun signifies the removal of the authority of these leaders. This cosmic sign points to a time when the dominion of earthly rulers will be overshadowed and profoundly affected.

The Moon: Symbol of Religious Systems

The moon, in contrast, represents the ecclesiastical or religious aspect of a community. Just as the moon reflects the light of the sun, religious systems often derive their authority and influence from civil powers. In the last days, this symbolism points to the religious institutions and systems that shape the beliefs and practices of societies. The turning of the moon into blood signifies great calamities and upheavals within these religious systems.

The Fulfillment of the Cosmic Signs

The fulfillment of these cosmic signs is twofold, with historical and future implications:

Historical Fulfillment: Destruction of Jerusalem and Judaism

In its historical context, the darkening of the sun and the turning of the moon into blood found fulfillment in the destruction of Jerusalem in AD70. The political power of Judea was obliterated, symbolized by the darkened sun. Simultaneously, the religious system of Judaism faced catastrophic events, depicted by the moon turning into blood. This marked a significant turning point in history, with Judaism's influence significantly diminished.

Future Fulfillment: The Roman Catholic Church and Beyond

Looking ahead to the future, these cosmic signs bear great significance for the ecclesiastical world. The transformation of the moon into blood symbolizes significant calamities that will affect religious institutions, such as the Roman Catholic Church. Just as Judaism encountered upheavals in the past, future religious systems are poised to undergo substantial turmoil and transformation prior to the arrival of the great and remarkable day of the Lord (Rev. 6:12-13), (see Lk. 21:25;Mat. 24:29).

Title: The Holy Spirit During the Millennium: Powers of the Age to Come

Introduction

The role and presence of the Holy Spirit in the future millennium, often referred to as the "powers of the age to come," hold profound significance in Christian eschatology. Hebrews 6:4-6 highlights the concept of tasting the heavenly gift and sharing in the Holy Spirit, pointing to a power and energy emanating from God that will shape the establishment of Christ's Millennial Kingdom. This document explores the nature and impact of the Holy Spirit during the millennium, emphasizing its role in the transformation of the world and the fulfillment of God's plan.

The Powers of the Age to Come

Hebrews 6:4-6 speaks of believers who have "tasted the heavenly gift" and "shared in the Holy Spirit," experiencing the "powers of the age to come." This phrase, "powers of the age to come," signifies a glimpse into the extraordinary power and energy that will characterize the future era of God's kingdom on Earth. It is a foretaste of the transformative forces that will be unleashed during the millennium.

Understanding the Nature of the Holy Spirit

To comprehend the role of the Holy Spirit in the millennium, it is crucial to clarify the nature of the Holy Spirit. The Holy Spirit is not a 'separate' or 'other' person. Ac 7:55, 56; Re 7:10 The Holy Spirit is the power and energy of God it is his active force emanating from his corporeal divine nature always out flowing from Him, by which His 'everywhereness' is achieved. Ps 104:30; 1 Cor 12:4-11. The Spirit is personal in that it is of God Himself: it is not personal in the sense of being some other person within the Godhead"The Holy Spirit is the divine force through which God interacts with the world and His people. It is the source of supernatural abilities and the driving force behind spiritual transformation.

The Millennium: The Age to Come

The "age to come" mentioned in Hebrews 6:5 refers to the establishment of the Millennial Kingdom by Christ, with the saints playing a pivotal role. Hebrews 2:5 underscores the connection between this age and the power that will change the world to align with the purposes of Yahweh. Believers who possessed the gift of the Spirit in the apostolic age experienced a taste of the power that will be fully available to the saints during the Millennium.

The Latter Rain and the Gift of the Spirit

Joel chapter 2 and verse 23 speaks of the latter rain being poured upon the people of God. In the context of the millennium, this signifies an unprecedented outpouring of the Holy Spirit upon the saints. Believers today not only find joy and refreshment in their daily spiritual experiences but also possess a wonderful hope for the glory yet to appear in the age to come.

The Millennium's Commencement

The commencement of the millennium is characterized by two significant events: the resurrection of the dead and the judgment seat of Christ. Believers, encompassing both the obedient and the disobedient, will be raised as mortals and summoned before His judgment seat. This divine judgment will be based on their knowledge of God's revealed will and their response to it, and they will be judged according to their deeds, whether good or bad.

The true believers, having adhered to God's will, will receive a special blessing. They will be granted immortality and transformed into spiritual beings by God, yet their spiritual bodies will retain a corporal nature. These transformed saints will play an important role during the millennium.

Through these resurrected saints, the Gospel of that time will be proclaimed to the world. This proclamation may be accompanied by remarkable miracles, reminiscent of the miraculous events witnessed in the past.

The Role of the Holy Spirit in Enlightening the World

Ezekiel's prophecy reveals that the nation of Israel will be saved during the war of Armageddon, and they will come to know that Yahweh is God. The Lord will no longer hide His face from them, for He will pour out His Spirit upon the house of Israel. The new covenant will be realized nationally, extending its influence to the gentile nations, as described in Zechariah 12:11.

Zechariah's Vision of the Two Olive Trees

The work of enlightening the world through the Spirit-energized community is symbolically depicted in Zechariah's vision of the two olive trees, two olive branches, and a seven-branch lampstand. In the angel's cryptic interpretation, the message is clear: "Not by might, nor by power, but by my Spirit, says Yahweh of hosts" (Zachariah 4:6). This symbolism underscores the central role of the Holy Spirit in achieving God's purposes during the millennium.

Conclusion

Joel's prophecy, as explained by Peter in Acts 2, holds great significance in understanding the worldwide outpouring of the Holy Spirit in the last days. This prophecy points to both the first and second comings of Christ, emphasizing the interconnectedness of these events in God's divine plan. The promise of the Spirit being poured out upon all believers serves as a testament to the ongoing work of God in the world, ultimately leading to the second coming of Jesus and the fulfillment of God's redemptive plan for humanity.

The cosmic signs mentioned in Acts 2:20, drawn from Joel's prophecy, serve as a powerful testament to the last days and the worldwide outpouring of the Holy Spirit before the second coming of Jesus. These signs, representing world leaders and religious systems, highlight the transformative nature of the events that will unfold in the final stages of human history.

As we reflect on these cosmic signs, we are reminded of the intricate tapestry of biblical prophecy and the profound connection between the spiritual and earthly realms. In the last days, the darkening of the sun and the turning of the moon into blood signal a time of global change, upheaval, and divine intervention. Ultimately, these signs point us toward the imminent return of Jesus Christ and the fulfillment of God's redemptive plan for humanity.

The Holy Spirit's presence and power during the millennium, known as the "powers of the age to come," represent a pivotal aspect of Christian eschatology. This divine force, emanating from God, will shape the Millennial Kingdom, ushering in a period of unprecedented transformation, enlightenment, and fulfillment of God's redemptive plan for humanity. Believers today find hope and anticipation in the promise of the Holy Spirit's work during this age to come, when the world will experience the fullness of God's divine power and presence.

The Identification of the Two Witnesses in Revelation as Elijah and Moses

The identification of the two witnesses in the Book of Revelation as Elijah and Moses is a common interpretation among some Christian traditions. This interpretation is often based on various passages from the Bible, including the account of the Transfiguration in Matthew chapter 17. However, it's important to note that interpretations of biblical texts can vary, and this view is not universally accepted. Here's a study to support the idea that the two witnesses in Revelation are Elijah and Moses:

Title: The Identification of the Two Witnesses in Revelation as Elijah and Moses

Introduction: The Book of Revelation, the final book of the New Testament, contains a vivid description of apocalyptic events, including the appearance of two witnesses. While their identities are not explicitly mentioned, some scholars and theologians argue that these witnesses can be identified as Elijah and Moses based on various biblical passages and theological considerations.

1. The Transfiguration Account (Matthew 17): One of the primary passages that support the identification of the two witnesses as Elijah and Moses is the account of the Transfiguration found in Matthew 17:1-13. In this event, Jesus was transfigured before Peter, James, and John, and two figures appeared with Him: Moses and Elijah. This association between Moses and Elijah and Jesus' divine revelation has led some to draw a connection between these two figures and the witnesses in Revelation.

2. Similarities in Miraculous Abilities: The two witnesses in Revelation 11 are described as having the power to perform miraculous acts, such as calling down fire from heaven and having authority over plagues. This aligns with the miraculous abilities demonstrated by both Elijah and Moses in their respective ministries. Elijah called down fire from heaven (1 Kings 18:38), and Moses had authority over plagues during the Exodus (Exodus 7-11).

3. Roles and Themes in Biblical History: Elijah and Moses played significant roles in the history of Israel. Elijah was a prophet who confronted idolatry and called the people to return to the worship of the one true God. Moses, on the other hand, led the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt and delivered the Law on Mount Sinai. The witness's role of testifying to God's truth and judgment in Revelation resonates with the prophetic roles of Elijah and the lawgiving role of Moses.

4. Theological Significance: Identifying the two witnesses as Elijah and Moses holds theological significance as it connects the Old and New Testaments. It symbolizes the continuity of God's plan throughout history, with the witnesses representing the prophetic and redemptive aspects of God's covenant with His people.

Conclusion: While the identification of the two witnesses in Revelation as Elijah and Moses is a compelling interpretation based on biblical passages and theological themes, it is important to acknowledge that other interpretations exist. The Book of Revelation is a highly symbolic and complex text, and different scholars and theologians may offer alternative perspectives. Nevertheless, recognizing the potential connection between these two witnesses and the biblical figures of Elijah and Moses provides valuable insight into the rich tapestry of biblical prophecy and history.

The correlation between the 42 months mentioned in Revelation 11 and the three and a half years mentioned in the letter of James is significant. In both cases, this time period represents a symbolic duration associated with prophetic activities and divine intervention.

Revelation 11:2: The 42 months during which the Gentiles will trample on the holy city is a symbolic representation of a time of tribulation or hardship. In biblical prophecy, numbers often carry symbolic meanings, and three and a half years is half of seven, which is considered a complete or perfect number. This period signifies a time of trial and testing.


James 5:17: The reference to Elijah's prayer for no rain for three and a half years highlights the idea that this duration represents a significant period of divine intervention and judgment. Elijah's actions were a form of prophetic announcement and a demonstration of God's power.

Connecting these two passages underscores the symbolic nature of the numbers in biblical prophecy and emphasizes the idea that a period of three and a half years represents a time of divine activity, testing, and prophetic fulfillment. This connection further supports the interpretation that the two witnesses in Revelation may indeed be Elijah and Moses, who are associated with similar periods of prophetic significance in the Bible.

Title: The Symbolism of 42 Months and 1260 Days: Unveiling the 3½-Year Period of the Two Witnesses during the Sixth Trumpet

Introduction: The Book of Revelation is rich with symbolism and prophetic imagery, and among its enigmatic passages is Revelation 11:2-3, which speaks of a period of 42 months and 1260 days during which the two witnesses will prophesy. This study aims to explore the symbolic significance of these time frames and their association with the events of the sixth trumpet.

In Revelation 11:4-14, it describes the activities of the two witnesses during the time of the sixth trumpet, which precedes the sounding of the seventh trumpet in verse 15. The events described in Revelation are often structured around a series of seals, trumpets, and bowls, each signifying different stages of God's judgment and divine plan.

During the time of the sixth trumpet, the two witnesses are prophesying and performing miraculous acts, as mentioned in Revelation 11. Their ministry is a significant part of the events leading up to the culmination of God's plan, which is represented by the sounding of the seventh trumpet. This structure is symbolic and signifies the progression of God's divine plan as it unfolds throughout the book of Revelation.

Understanding this timeline within the context of the trumpets and other symbolic elements in the book helps to interpret the sequence of events and the roles played by various figures, including the two witnesses, in the prophetic narrative of Revelation.

1. Symbolism of 42 Months:In Revelation 11:2, we encounter the mention of 42 months, equivalent to 3½ years. This duration holds deep symbolic significance within biblical prophecy.
The number 3½ often represents a period of testing, trial, or divine intervention. It is half of the number seven, which is considered a complete or perfect number in biblical symbolism.
During these 42 months, the two witnesses are actively involved in their prophetic ministry, indicating a time of divine revelation and testimony.

2. 1260 Days:The 1260 days mentioned in Revelation 11:3 is another way of expressing the same 3½-year period. This period is achieved by using a 360-day calendar (30 days per month).
This duration is consistent with the symbolic nature of time in Revelation and underscores the idea of a significant prophetic period.

3. The Sixth Trumpet Context:Revelation 11:4-14 provides details about the activities of the two witnesses and their ministry during the sixth trumpet.
The sixth trumpet heralds a series of events, including plagues and judgments, as part of God's unfolding plan.
The ministry of the two witnesses occurs within this context, emphasizing their role in proclaiming God's message and demonstrating His power during a time of intensified spiritual conflict and tribulation.

4. Interpretation and Significance:The 3½-year period represented by both 42 months and 1260 days underscores the idea of a limited but significant time of divine activity and intervention.
The ministry of the two witnesses during this period serves as a testimony to God's truth and judgment, calling people to repentance and faith.
The connection to the sixth trumpet highlights their role within the broader context of God's judgment and the progression of His divine plan.

Conclusion: The 42 months and 1260 days associated with the ministry of the two witnesses in Revelation 11 represent a symbolic period of 3½ years, emphasizing divine intervention, testing, and the proclamation of God's message. This period occurs during the events of the sixth trumpet, showcasing the integral role of the two witnesses within the prophetic narrative of Revelation as they bear witness to God's truth and the unfolding of His plan.

Title: The Mission of Moses and Elijah: A Prophetic Ministry After the Resurrection

Introduction: In the intricate tapestry of biblical prophecy, the roles of Moses and Elijah hold a distinct place. According to some interpretations, their mission will commence after the Resurrection, directing a company of glorified saints in a transformative mission of instruction to Jews and Christians alike. This study delves into the scriptural foundations and prophetic insights that underpin this concept, examining passages from Jeremiah, Malachi, Matthew, and other key texts.

1. The Resurrection and the Mission of Moses and Elijah:Moses and Elijah's ministry is often associated with a post-Resurrection period, during which they will play a pivotal role in guiding a company of glorified saints.
Their mission is seen as a directive to both Jews and Christians, emphasizing the universality of their message and its significance in the unfolding of God's divine plan.

2. The Inclusivity of "All Israel" in Prophecy:Jeremiah 3:12-18 and Malachi 4:4 are cited as foundational texts. These passages use the term "all Israel," which some interpret as encompassing both natural Jews and the spiritual Israel of God, known as the Church.
This interpretation highlights the comprehensive nature of Moses and Elijah's mission, transcending traditional boundaries.

3. The Associates of Moses and Elijah:Matthew 24:13-31 is referenced to suggest that Moses and Elijah will have associates with them during their ministry. This is likened to Moses being accompanied by Aaron, Joshua, and the 70 Elders of Israel and Elijah being followed by the sons of the prophets.
These associates are seen as instrumental in the dissemination of God's word and the fulfillment of their prophetic mission.

4. The Call to Repentance and Recognition of Yahweh:At the core of Moses and Elijah's mission is a call to repentance, symbolizing Yahweh's mercy and grace extended to Believers.
The nations are summoned to acknowledge Yahweh's existence through actions that entail putting away abominations and confessing their faith.

5. The Return to the Holy Land and the Restoration of Israel:Prophetic passages from Ezekiel, Zechariah, and Isaiah (Ezekiel 20:33-38, Zechariah 9:12-17, Isaiah 11:11-16) depict the eventual return of God's people to the holy land and the restoration of Israel.
This restoration signifies a turning point in the fulfillment of God's promises and the acknowledgment of His sovereignty.

Conclusion: The concept of Moses and Elijah embarking on a prophetic mission after the Resurrection, alongside a company of glorified saints, is rooted in a nuanced interpretation of various biblical passages. These scriptures suggest a mission encompassing repentance, the recognition of Yahweh, and the ultimate restoration of God's people. While interpretations may vary, this perspective offers profound insights into the prophetic tapestry of the Bible and the roles of these iconic figures in shaping the future of God's redemptive plan.

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The GREAT RED DRAGON , The DRAGON . . . & A FINAL WARNING for BELIEVERS

 Revelation 12 * * PART 2 * * The GREAT RED DRAGON , The DRAGON . . . & A FINAL WARNING for BELIEVERS Missed PART 1 ?? . . . Click this link > > > https://www.prophecynewsdesk.com/the-great-red-dragon Cont . VERSE 4 - . . . “ the dragon stood before the woman , which was ready to be delivered ” In its ancient fulfilment , the great red dragon was ‘ Pagan ’ Rome which persecuted the Christian Church ( woman ) of that time. In its end-times fulfilment , the great red dragon is‘ Communist China ’ which - as an ‘ atheist’state - continues to brutally oppress and persecute Christians today. Pagan Rome was a fore-runner to the great red dragon of our day, China. In the days of the Roman Empire , ‘ the woman ’ of Revelation 12 represented Christianity ( ie. the Church ). In the coming LATTER DAY fulfilment , ‘ the woman ’ continues to be Christianity , but in a pseudo-Christian form led by the apostate Roman Catholic Church. In the ancient fulfilment the ‘ woman ’ ( Church ) was “ ready to be delivered ” of a child. This birth of a ‘ man-child ’ prefigured the ascension to power of Emperor Constantine ( enabled by the support of Christians/Church ). This same scenario will soon play out again as ‘ the woman ’ ( Catholic Church ) will preside over the birth of yet another powerful leader in the last days ( in the similitude of Constantine ) . . . an ‘ iron-like ’ potentate that will rule the world. “ for to devour her child as soon as it was born ” As the ‘ Pagan ’ Emperors of the Roman Empire ( led by Galerius ) sought to undermine , defeat and even destroy ‘ a rival ’ ( Emperor Constantine - whose power and authority was derived from the Church ) likewise China , in its own bid for global supremacy will ALSO seek ( unsuccessfully ) to undermine and subvert the ‘ rise to power ’ of a potential rival ( whose power and authority will ALSO be derived from the Church ) in the last days. The Woman of today is the Roman Catholic Church. The ’man-child ’ soon to be delivered of the RomanMother Church to great power and authority will be the Russian ‘ Gog ’. It will quite literally be an end-times re-enactment ( exact in almost every detail ) of the 4 th century events , the Pagan Dragon of ‘the East’ (Galerius/China ) seeking to devour the man-child of ‘the West’ (Constantine/Russia’s Vladimir Putin ). Yet like Constantine - against great odds the emerging power of ‘Gog ’ will prevail. While Russia and China do have similar communist / socialist governments and ideologies , one crucial ( potentially divisive ) difference between them is ‘ religion ’. China is vehemently opposed to any form of religious faiths and openly suppresses and persecutes such groups. It is all-but completely an atheist / secular state as mandated and brutally enforced by its totalitarian ruling party. It’s the perfect latter-day manifestation of the ancient Pagan dragon. Conversely , President Vladimir Putin places enormous importance in the Russian Orthodox Church. Portraying himself as a defender of traditional values and morality ( ie. opposing homosexuality , divorce and supporting the ‘ traditional ’ family ) his use of traditional Christianity has far more to do with political expediency than religious sincerity. It is generally calculated for political effect , to underpin his popularity at home and justify his legislative reforms and societal dictates. Putin also uses religion to great effect to discredit and delegitimise the West’s influence in Eastern Europe and generally advance Russian expansionism. He views religion as an essential part to the restoration of Russian greatness and recently even built a cathedral dedicated solely to Russia’s military forces. Going forward , with Putin’s moves to further tighten his grip on Ukraine and Belarus ; bring former Soviet republics back under Russia’s control , as well as expand Russian influence further into Eastern and Central Europe he will most certainly continue to promote Orthodoxy. As Putin seeks greater influence over these nations , emphasizing traditional religion serves two of his goals. It establishes a common ground between Russia and Eastern Europe, and, more importantly, amplifies the differences that Eastern Europe may have with the West - especially as the Western world increasingly drifts further away from traditional values. While there may be an ‘ appearance ’ of some level of geopolitical and military cooperation between China and Russia ( being allies with similar ideologies / objectives ) nevertheless - as the current political and economic behemoth globally - China has every intention of bringing Russia under its umbrella through its “ Belt and Road Initiative ”. It will NOT happen. In fact , China’s BRI project and broader global ambitions threaten to put it in direct conflict with both its nuclear-armed rivals . . . with the USA , over China’s continuing threat to annex Taiwan and its aggression toward US allies in the AsiaPacific . . . and with Russia , due to China’s increasingly provocative involvement with Turkey and the strategically sensitive Black Sea region. Both situations could easily explode into hostility and even open warfare between these global titans. A REAL-WORLD OBSERVATION : In 2021 there are 3 great powers globally . . . 1) United States 2) China & 3) Russia ( arguably ). Each have ‘ comparable ’ military capabilities . . . all of which are fearsome. However , in terms of ‘ economic might ’ ( and therefore geo-political influence ) Russia is dwarfed by BOTH China and America. In fact Russia has only the 11th largest economy world-wide compared to USA #1 & China #2. Yet from scripture we know - with absolute certainty - at the “ time of the end ” the Russian Gog will - for a brief period - ‘ reign supreme ’ without any peer or challenger on the planet.. This would suggest within a relatively short period ( between 2021 and Gog’s victory ) there is a truly seismic shift in the fortunes of these powers. The two pre-eminent ‘ global super-powers ’ ( USA & China ) it would seem will be dramatically reduced in economic / military might and influence - allowing Russia to ascend to an ‘ all-powerful ’ global posture. What event/s could possibly enfeeble - not one - but TWO mighty ‘ global super-powers ’ at one time ?? WHATEVER this event/s may be that befall China and America , this scenario is entirely consistent with a clear transition found within the narrative of REVELATION 12 . . . from the end-times GREAT RED DRAGON ( China ) - to - the DRAGON ( Russia ) Once again , the historical fulfilment is a template for the modern-day fulfilment. With the political birth of Constantine described in Revelation 12 , the change in the form of the dragon symbolised the demise of Paganism ( Great Red Dragon ). Similarly , just as Constantine’s enthronement signalled the end of one ruling power , the rise of the latter-day man-child ( Putin ) heralds the emergence of a ‘ new dragon ’ ( Russia ) . . . indicating China will surely fail in its bid for global domination. This transition is later confirmed in the opening verse of the next chapter ( Rev 13 ) by the emergence of another creature . It is described there as a “ beast ” ( distinguishing it from the red dragon ). Just like its dragon-predecessor , this “ beast ” also has 7 Heads and 10 Horns - but most significantly it now has ‘ 10 Crowns ’ upon his heads ( not 7 ) - and upon his heads the name of “ blasphemy ”. These details are highly important and very revealing. It confirms an end-times transition from the Great Red Dragon ( CHINA) - to - the new global order of the Dragon ( Putin’s RUSSIA ) and the Beast ( Catholic EUROPE ). This new “ beast ” which now has 10 Horns/ 10 Crowns is symbolic of the 10 nations of Catholic Europe (10 Toes of Daniel 2 ) which will soon be allied with Russia’s Gog in the last days. Upon its heads the name of “ blasphemy ”, further underlines its connection with the Mother of Harlots , the blasphemous apostate church of Rome whose seat and power resides in Europe as signified by the “ crown of twelve stars ” ( 12v1 ) as seen in the Euro flag to this day. VERSE 5 - And she brought forth a man child , who was to rule all nations with a rod of iron : and her child was caught up unto God , and to his throne. “ she brought forth a man child ” - the ascension to power of Emperor Constantine & the church’s order of men ( Pope’s ) to follow. “ who was to rule the nations with a rod of iron ” - one ‘ iron-rule ‘ that united all elements of the Roman Empire “ her child was caught up unto God ; and to His throne ” - Constantine ascended into the political & ecclesiastical heavens (figurative) she brought forth a man child , who was to rule all nations with a rod of iron Russia’s President Vladimir Putin will be that man-child - brought forth of ‘ the woman ’ - to be the modern day equivalent of the Roman Emperor Constantine. Having recently cemented Russia’s presence in the Middle East , Russia’s Gog will soon harness the power of Catholic states to confederate an unprecedented alliance of nations that will dominate the global landscape. As the Imperial Head of this coalition he will be the unrivalled ‘ ruler of the world ’ just as Constantine before him. It is certainly no co-incidence , the name ‘ Vladimir ’ actually means “ ruler of the world ”. In fact , his full name of birth is Vladimir Vladimirovich Putin with a curious double emphasis on the “ ruler of the world ” element. Who does this ?? Having also in 2021 legislated to ensure ‘ his right ’ to remain as President until 2036 ( making him potentially the longest serving Russian ruler in history ) can there be any doubt , this is the divinely appointed destiny for this long-prophesied king of the north ? “ Art thou he . . . of whom I have spoken in old time by my servants the prophets of Israel . . . ? ” ( Ezek 38v17 ) The reference to “ with a rod of iron ” (v.5) being an ‘ iron-like ’ ruling sceptre or staff, was a metaphor reflecting the absolute power and totality of Constantine’s reign. For the latter-day Russian Gog , this metaphor of a “ rod of iron ” speaks to the ‘ instrument/s’ that will enable Vladimir Putin to “ rule all nations ”. In fact , it has a ‘ two-fold ’ application and significance. The first allusion is to the Roman Catholic Church . . . this being the sole remaining vestige and remnant of the ‘ Iron-Age ’ Roman Empire , the support of which ( Papacy / Church ) will be a key component to Putin’s rise to global dominion. The second application is as an illustrative metaphor , one that provides an unmistakable vision of the ‘ actual weapons ’ Russia’s Gog will mercilessly use to subjugate the nations - they are Vladimir Putin’s ‘ signature ’ weapons . . . ‘ missiles ’. These “ rods of iron ” are consistently depicted throughout scripture by their own ancient archetypes , in terms such as : ‘ RODS of wickedness ’ / ‘ glittering ’ spears / ‘ bright ’ swords / arrows / bows ‘ of steel ’ / ‘ iron ’ weapons / ‘ flying ’ rolls  [ For more information on this important topic ( Click Link ) : THE BUYER & THE SELLER . . . THE ‘ ROD OF WICKEDNESS ’ REVEALED ] Repeatedly described in God’s Word as “ wicked devices ”, “ mischievous devices ”, “ instruments of death ” and “ ( wicked ) imaginations ” these weapons of mass destruction will be the principle tool this end-times global dictator Vladimir Putin will most assuredly use to conquer the nations and impose his world-wide rule.  [ To see the extensive bible evidence on this topic ( Click Link ) : DIVINE JUDGMENT . . . THRO’ MAN’S ‘ WICKED DEVICES ’ ] and her child was ‘ caught up unto God ’ and to his throne. This is a ‘ figurative ’ statement not meant to be taken literally. Related to events in the days of Rome , it signified the final ascension of Constantine not just to absolute power over the Roman Empire, but also to his claim he had the ‘ divine right ’ to rule , even to preside over and adjudicate matters of church doctrine and ecclesiastical practise. With this presumption , along with his elevation of the Church to the status of ‘ state religion ’ , Constantine himself laid the foundation for the institutional succession of men ( Catholic Popes ) who claim to be ‘ God on Earth ’. In the latter-day fulfilment , Vladimir Putin in his rise to supreme global power will also ascend into the ‘ ecclesiastical heavens ’ as he will personally engineer and oversee the ‘ great unification ’ of the Church - the Roman Catholic (West) and Russian / Greek Orthdoxy (East) - in the same manner as Constantine forged together the Roman Empire. As a matter of prophetic requirement , we know the end-times Russian Gog will be the final aggregate manifestation and fulfilment of ‘ ALL ’ the preceding beasts / kingdoms of men ( Daniel 2 & 7 ). This final end-time Emperor will exceed the exploits of all his predecessors and surpass them in his arrogance. It is therefore not at all improbable he will assert extraordinary control over the newly-unified Western Catholic / Eastern Orthdox Church ( with the help of a complicit Vatican ). Just as many militant political figures down through history who have reigned supreme ( ie. Constantine … and later even Napoleon ) exerted significant power and influence over the state church / religions of their day , similarly Russia’s Gog will do likewise , utilising and even exploiting it for his own political and strategic purposes. Back in verse 2 , the woman “ being with child . . . cried , travailing in birth . . . pained to be delivered ” depicts the traumatic process of child birth. The birth pangs( which begin apx.10 days prior) were a symbol of the 10 year ‘persecution of Christians ’. Just as the ‘ persecution of Christians ’ which began 10 years before ( under Diocletian in AD 303 ) was a direct catalyst to Constantine’s ascension to power a decade later(AD313) these ‘ exact pre-conditions’ will also thrust VladimirPutin to power. It is therefore no co-incidence that - since the 2011 Arab Spring uprising - the ‘ persecution of Christians ’ and their exodus from the Middle East has risen exponentially. In the aftermath of the brutal 2014 - 2016 persecution and genocide of Christians in the MiddleEast (carried out by ISIS/ISIL) Russia has purposefully cultivated and established for itself a reputation as a vanguard and protector of Christians. Asrecently as November2019, it was announced [notably by ‘the Vatican News ’ 1 ] that Russia and Hungary - having met with Middle Eastern church leaders in Budapest - they formally agreed to cooperate together to “protect persecuted Christians ”. In his pressstatement : “Putin . . . stressed that supporting Christians in conflict areas is now ‘ a top priority ’ for Russia ”. Now in 2021, with the sudden withdrawal of US / Western forces from Afghanistan in recent days, the Islamic Taliban terror group has threatened to exterminate all ‘ Christians’ there, whilst Turkey conducts bombing raids on ‘ Christian villages ’ in Iraq and Syria. The dark spectre of widespread Christian persecution and atrocities could well become a ‘ convenient’ pre-tense for the King of the North to launch his own ‘religious crusades’ in the last days. 1 https://www.vaticannews.va/en/world/news/2019-11/russia-hungary-protect-persecuted-christians-middle-east.html VERSE 6 - And ‘ the woman ’ fled into the wilderness , where she hath a place prepared of God , that they should feed her there a thousand two hundred and threescore days. “ woman fled into the wilderness ” remnant ( Donatists ) fled to remote areas of Empire to escape persecut’n of Constantine & church “ where she hath a place prepared of God ” - escaped to areas away from general habitations ‘ of man ’. ie. North African regions “ they should feed her there a thousand, three score and sixty days - 1260 year separation btwn Donatists & Catholics from 312 AD And the woman fled ‘ into the wilderness ’ , where she hath a place ‘ prepared of God ’, 3 In this instance , the ‘ woman ’ represents the true believers in the 4th century who fled to escape the persecution of Constantine and the newly formed state church , Catholicism. However , this passage is not simply a recounting of events during Roman times , it is also a prophetic projection of events soon to come for the ‘ true believers in Christ ’ living in the last days. Multiple bible passages make absolutely clear that a ‘ remnant of the Jews ’ will flee into the wilderness from the face of ‘ the spoiler ’ ( Gogian invader) who comes from the north country ( Isaiah 16v1-4 , 21v13-15 / Jeremiah 31v1-2 / Son 2v17,4v6 ) and Zechariah 14v5. The last of these bible verses contains a ‘ doctrinalmisconception’ which for generations has created false expectations amongst the faithful. We invite you to consider this ‘ deeply misconstrued passage ’ below : For many years , it has been widely claimed the phrase “ and the LORD my God shall come , and all the saints with thee ” is ‘ proof ’ the newly-glorified saints ( in readiness to accompany him into battle against the Gogian host at Armageddon ) will be gathered together with the Lord Jesus Christ ( “ thee ” ) at this moment as he ‘ stands upon ’ the Mount of Olives. This is false. If we look at the preceding context ( on the most elementary level ) the party being spoken to is the fleeing remnant of Israel. No less than three times in the foregoing words they are addressed as “ ye ” ( with historical context ) to underline it is they who are the subject of this verse , and to whom these words are directed. Therefore , when the text then speaks of the “ thee ” it most definitely is NOT the Lord Jesus Christ. It is the ‘ fleeing Jews’ with whom the saints will be gathered. Zech 14v5 : And ye shall flee to the valley of the mountains ; for the valley of the mountains shall reach unto Azal : yea, ye shall flee , like as ye fled from before the earthquake in the days of Uzziah king of Judah and the LORD my God shall come , and all the saints with thee ” So while still in our mortal bodies , we ( the living & the resurrected ) will be gathered into the wilderness for protection with the fleeing Jews. This is entirely consistent and in accordance with the timing and circumstances of Daniel 12v1-2 : Dan 12v1 And AT THAT TIME shall Michael ‘ stand up ’, the great prince which standeth for the children of thy people: and there shall be a time of trouble , such as never was since there was a nation even to that same time : and AT THAT TIME thy people shall be delivered , every one that shall be found written in the book. v2 And many of them that sleep in the dust of the earth shall awake , some to everlasting life, and some to shame and everlasting contempt. At the precise moment the Lord Jesus Christ ‘ stands upon ’ the Mt. of Olives ready to go to battle against Gog’s forces , the living and the dead in Christ will be gathered together ( completely debunking the doctrine of the saints’ removal 10 years before Armageddon ). This is in perfect agreement with the words of the prophet Job (19v25-27) of the time to come when he will personally witness these events ( while still in his mortal body ) as the Lord Jesus Christ ‘stands up ’ upon the earth : Job 19v25 For I know that my redeemer ( Christ ) liveth, and that he shall ‘ stand ’ at the latter day upon the earth : v26 And though after my skin worms destroy this body, yet IN MY FLESH shall I see God : v27 Whom I shall see for myself , and mine eyes shall behold and not another ; though my reins be consumed within me. ( ie. weakness of ‘ mortal ’ state ) If “ AT THAT TIME ” we (& Job ) are still mortal , clearly this indicates OUR judgment and immortalisation will come at a time ‘ after ’ the Lord stands on the Mt of Olives . . . and ‘ after ’ the ensuing battle of Armageddon involving the Lord and his mighty angels. There is simply no doubt concerning ‘ who ’ are the Lord’s fellow combatants at Armageddon. Significantly , its in his most consequential parable ( Sower/Wheat&Tares) he states with the utmost clarity : “The angels are the reapers ”.  FOR MORE INFORMATION - Click on the following link : THE END OF THE WORLD . . . Parable Of The Wheat & Tares As Christ and his heavenly angels go forth to fight against the Russian Confederacy , the remnant of the Jews and the saints (living&resurrected ) are gathered together into the wilderness (ie. Sinai) to await the judgmentseat . . . after Armageddon. The saints and the fleeing Jews ( “ woman ” ) will be gathered together in a place “ prepared of God ” ( in the wilderness ) protected and fed , away from the horrors of Armageddon. This is the same pattern of events seen in ancient times. After the ten plagues , just as the Israelites were miraculously delivered out of bondage (sin ) and from the land of Egypt ( world ) they were then removed to spend time in the wilderness . . . prior to their entrance into the Promised Land (God’s Kingdom ) So it will be for us. So . . . How long will we spend in the wilderness ?? that they should feed her there . . . a thousand two hundred and threescore days. Here defined is the ‘ precise span of time ’ the saints and the Jews will remain in the wilderness. It’s later repeated again ( symbolically ) in verse 14 “ into the wilderness , into her place , where she is nourished for a time , and times and half a time ” Interestingly , this exact interval is also used in Revelation 11 to foretell a final period of occupation of the Holy City : Revelation 11 v2 and the holy city ( Jerusalem ) shall they tread under foot forty and two months ( 42 mths / 1,260 dys ) v3 And I will give power unto my two witnesses , and they shall prophesy a thousand two hundred and threescore days ( 1,260 days / 42 months ) , clothed in sackcloth. All these various time spans ( being of the same length - ie. 1,260 days = 42 months = 3½ years ) are repeatedly mentioned throughout the books of Daniel and Revelation. Used to signify (in years) the intervals between significant historical events in the development of the Apostasy ( ie. day for a year = 1,260 years) it also makes ‘ perfect sense ’ that in reality these ‘symbolic ’ measures of time - all point to - one final end-times fulfilment in their actual ‘ LITERAL ’ measure ( ie. 3½ years / 42months/1,260days). That is 1,260 ‘ YEARS ’ of the persecution / down-treading of the saints under the apostate church prefigure the 1,260 ‘ literal DAYS ’ of the persecution / down-treading of Jerusalem in the final epoch of man’s corrupt reign. Without exception , in every instance where these peculiar time periods are referred to ( whether in Daniel -or- Revelation ) there are always direct references and clear language connecting these symbolic periods specifically to “ end-time ” events. They point to a ‘ parallel timeline ’ of future events for God’s two witnesses . On one-side 1. the nation of Israel ( Isaiah 43v10 - “ Ye are my witnesses ” ) and on the other-side 2. the true Gentile Believers ( Acts 5v31-32 - “ We are his witnesses ” ). Firstly , their coming period of affliction and endurance of tribulation ( 1. Daniel 12v7 2. Daniel 7v25 , Rev 11v2-3 ) THEN the extraordinary deliverance of both the fleeing Jews and the saints ( Zech 14v5 , Daniel 12v1 ) out of the time of trouble ( great tribulation ) into a place of refuge in the wilderness for a time. For ‘ the woman ’ these two periods ( … of affliction and of sanctuary ) are both 1,260 days/ 42 months/ 3½ years or “ a time , times and a half ” ( Revelation 12v6, 14 ; 11v9, 11) The first period is preliminary to ( …the second contemporaneous with ) the apocalyptic event depicted in the very next verse. VERSE 7 - And there was war in heaven : Michael and his angels fought against the dragon ; and the dragon fought and his angels, “ And there was war in heaven ” - relates the battle for control of the “ political heavens ” in the days of Roman Empire. “ Michael & his angels fought against the dragon ” - symbol of Constantine & his ‘ Christian ’ supporters fight against the Pagan state “ & the dragon fought and his angels ” - the Pagan Emperors ( ie. Diocletian / Galerius / Licinius.) who held political & military power And there was ‘ war in heaven ’ . . . This is a war. It is a battle for control of the ‘ political heavens ’ of the earth. BOTH historically . . . and in the near future. It is a direct and unambiguous depiction of the ‘ battle of ARMAGEDDON ’. While not traditionally understood as such , nevertheless it is absolutely beyond any doubt. A correct understanding of this passage has long been ‘ prevented ’ by a number of erroneous and misleading end-times doctrines ( of men ) , namely : 1. The ‘ SECRET ’ return of Christ 2. The ‘ PRE-tribulation ’ calling away of saints 3. The saints fight with Christ at Armageddon While each of these are ‘appealing ’ notions, NONE of them are supported by God’s Word . . . nor found anywhere therein. IF WE THINK this is too ‘ far-fetched ’ from our traditional beliefs . . . consider the Lord’s own personal disciples , those who were taught at His feet. Even they had a complete and total MIS-CONCEPTION of the impending events He spoke of. Do we believe we are ‘ immune ’ from a similar tunnel-vision ?? The acid test is . . . Which version of events ( in our times ) can ACTUALLY be supported / proven from God’s Word ?? NONE of the three doctrines ( listed above ) can be. Verse 7 of Revelation 12 then proceeds to reveal the true combatants in this metaphorical ‘war in heaven ’ (Armageddon ) : Michael and his angels fought against the dragon : While the name of the arch-angel ‘ Michael ’ is rightly understood to represent Christ , this verse is not merely a reference to those in the 4th century who “ identified with Christ ” ( ie. Constantine and his Christian followers ) as is suggested by some commentaries. This allusion is exceedingly more-powerful and far-reaching than just a historical footnote to the Roman-era. It still has dramatic and consequential ramifications ‘ for the future ’ even in this final age of Gentile dominion. Consider for a moment DANIEL 12v1. Within this monumental passage of prophecy ( which speaks inarguably of the last days) we know the Lord Jesus Christ is depicted as “ Michael ” who stands up to fight against the Russian Gog’s armies at Armageddon. Aside from Daniel 12v1 , the ONLY other occasion in all of scripture where Michael’s name is invoked to directly reference the Lord Jesus Christ is here in Revelation 12v7. This is not merely a matter of co-incidence. Being both deliberate and purposeful, there is an underlying reason why these two unique passages have this same indelible feature . . . They are CONTEMPORANEOUS and PARALLEL records . . . of the same ‘ end-time ’ event. They have the same personage . . . the same events . . . the same outcome. ( Yet we do not recognise this. ) Given this irrefutably is a prophecy concerning the battle of Armageddon , we can be assured that the other accompanying details are also completely accurate. First and foremost , as specifically mentioned it is ‘ the angels ’ ( Gk. G32 ‘ angelos ’ ) who are Christ’s fellow combatants that fight with him ( Matt 13v30,39 / Psa 68v17 / 2Thess 1v7-8 ) against Russia’s confederate forces. It is NOT the saints , who having ‘ faithfully endured ’ through the Time of Trouble / Great Tribulation are now delivered (Dan12v1 ) and at this time are secreted away in the wilderness with the remnant of the Jews( Zec 14v5 ). . . . and the dragon fought and his angels In its many manifestations down through the ages ‘ the dragon ’ has been an enduring symbol of the hostile , oppressing powers that oppose the furtherance of God’s purpose and persecute his people. Having evolved from the original ‘serpent ’ power - and being closely related thereto , the dragon in the 4th century ( and beyond ) represented the military power of Rome. In Revelation 12 we see this ‘shape-shifting ’ metaphorical creature transition from its former Pagan manifestation ( Great Red Dragon ) - to - the Apostate Church of the Holy Roman Empire ( Dragon ) that was re-birthed under Constantine and later ruled by his papal successors. At the time of the end , this ‘ dragon ’ will ultimately manifest itself in the form of the great Assyrian / Babylonian power that will embody all the political , military and ecclesiastical power of its predecessors. As the imperial head , the king of the North ( Gog ) will forge together an unprecedented alliance of nations and religions to form his latter-day confederacy ( “ the dragon & his angels ” ) that will fight against Christ and his angels at Armageddon. VERSE 8 - And prevailed not ; neither was their place found any more in heaven. “ And prevailed not ” - in a series of wars , the ruling Pagan military powers of Rome succumbed to Constantine “ neither was their place found anymore in heaven ” - the vanquished Emperors ( & Paganism itself ) removed fr. place of authority Foretold in prophecies of old, the final inevitable outcome of this apocalyptic battle for dominion of the earth (Armageddon ) will be the crushing defeat of the ‘ dragon power ’. Russia and its forces will be destroyed upon the mountains of Israel ( Ezek 38-39 / Dan 11 /Joel 2 ) before the irresistible power and might of the Lord Jesus Christ and his legions of ‘ holy ones’ ( angelic host ). For the vanquished , there is thereafter no more place to be found within the earth’s ‘ political heavens ’ . It is important to note , while the Russian ‘ Gog ’ is himself destroyed upon the mountains of Israel ( Daniel 8v25 , 11v45 / Ezekiel 39v3, 11 ) it is NOT the end of this enduring ‘ dragon power ’ as Revelation 12 makes abundantly clear. VERSE 9 - And the great dragon was cast out, that old serpent , called the Devil, and Satan, which deceiveth the whole world : he was cast out into the earth , and his angels were cast out with him. “ And the great dragon was cast out ” - identified with Pagan Rome , dragon is defeated by Constantine ejected fr. political heavens “ that old serpent , called the Devil & Satan ” - related to orig. ‘ serpent ’ ( mind of flesh ) Pagan / Papal Rome is historically ‘diabolos’ “ which deceiveth the whole world ” - forerunner to future manifestations, dragon pagan power that deceived whole Roman Empire “ he was cast out into the earth ” - final defeat of ruling pagan dragon by Constantine at battle of Adrianople at Chrysopolis in AD324 “ and his angels with him ” - ruling pagan emperors , officials and their supporters were ousted from power and authority. Having for a brief period established its global reign and dominion from Jerusalem ( with the Russian autocrat as its king ), the defeated ‘ great dragon ’ after Armageddon is then “ cast out ” from the political heavens ( place of power and authority ) back “ into the earth ” ( ie. no political power ). This fits precisely with the timeline of parallel events involving the Lord Jesus Christ and his angels - who having achieved victory at the battle of Armageddon - issues a world-wide proclamation concerning the establishment of the ‘ Kingdom of God ’ and of the new rulership now in place. In verse 9 , the linking of the “ great dragon ” to its original progenitor the “ old serpent ” ( named the Devil , and Satan ) is key to identifying which remnant of the latter-day Assyrian-Babylonian power will survive and endure beyond Armageddon . Since the Garden of Eden , it’s been the ‘ serpent power ’ ( mind of the flesh ) that has beguiled the world . Great Babylon ( ie. Catholic / Papal Europe ) - being the full embodiment of the ‘ serpent ’ - is that ‘system of deception ’ that will arise yet again ( as the eternal ‘ diabolos / adversary ’ ) in a final climactic battle between ‘ the flesh ’ and ‘ the spirit ’. Led by the Vatican , these Catholic nations will reject the Lord’s call for all nations and peoples to submit to his rule. Together , they will conspire to subvert and overthrow this new righteous ruler. Though the Catholic Papacy will aspire to global dominion , it will never attain the ‘ supreme ’ political / military power as did the Russian ‘ Gog ’ - or - any of his predecessors found in Nebuchadnezzar’s image. THEN REVEALED in the next verse ( Revelation 12v10 ) is a series of ‘ truly momentous ’ and ‘ joyful ’ events to take place immediately following the battle between ‘ Michael ’ and the Dragon (Armageddon)... that will transform the whole world. It is important to note , these ‘ four extraordinary events ’ happen BEFORE the Lord’s final judgments are poured out upon the Harlot system in Rome ( viz. Revelation Ch’s 17 , 18 , 19 ). So WHAT are these ‘ four extraordinary events ’ ?? While a true understanding of them would appear to be ‘ self-evident ’ simply from the text in Revelation 12 , yet oddly this is NOT the case for most believers. The true nature and impact of these four events are examined in the final concluding section of this paper , which we encourage you to read and evaluate. Please read PART 3 of this paper 

Revelation 12 The GREAT RED DRAGON , The DRAGON & . . . A FINAL WARNING for BELIEVERS

Revelation 12 The GREAT RED DRAGON , The DRAGON & . . . A FINAL WARNING for BELIEVERS For generations , REVELATION 12 has been widely understood purely in a ‘ historical ’ context , as a prophecy concerning the rise of the Roman Apostate Church during its early political development. Rarely ( if ever ) is it spoken of as a prophecy related to the ‘ end-times’. Yet every layer of its narrative provides incontestable proof that it is a prophecy for ‘our time ’. There is no doubt that Revelation 12 was an accurate depiction of events during the time of the Roman Empire , namely the overthrow of the ‘ Pagan ’ system of government and the emergence of the Roman Catholic system under Constantine. Yet these ‘ historic ’ events were simply a forerunner to ‘ far greater events ’ soon to be fulfilled in the last days. The purpose of this document is to demonstrate ‘ beyond any reasonable doubt ’ that Revelation 12 - not only pointed to the rise of the Apostate Church in the 4th century - but more importantly ‘ for us ’ ( living in the last days ) it is also a prophecy revealing monumental events soon to come . . . many of which are both unheralded and unforeseen. ========== ============== ========== To highlight the remarkable accuracy of God’s Word , between the parallel ‘ historical ’ and ‘ end-time ’ fulfilments of this prophecy , throughout this paper we have incorporated into boxes the Roman-era fulfilment of this prophecy , the biblical symbols and events commonly accepted as being the ‘ real-world ’ outworking of these signs. Following each box , the text then proceeds to examine and detail the evidence relating to the coming ‘ END-TIMES ’ fulfilment of Revelation 12. VERSE 1 - And there appeared a great wonder in heaven ; a woman clothed with the sun , and the moon under her feet , and upon her head a crown of twelve stars : HISTORICAL FULFILMENT ( 4 th CENTURY A.D. - ROMAN EMPIRE ) “ Great wonder ” [ G4592 σημεῖον sēmeion - an indication , miracle , sign ] was ‘ a sign ’ of the emerging power of the church. “ In heaven ” - the ‘ political ’ heavens ( not the atmospheric ) wherein the church’s power and influence grew in the 4th century “ A woman ” - part of the ‘once’ chaste-virgin ( Ecclesia ) is now portrayed as a corrupt religious system … ie. being with child “ clothed with the sun ” - Sun = ‘ government ’. The church being invested imperial authority by the pagan ruler Constantine “ moon under her feet ” - symbol of State ecclesiasticism which derived its ‘ light ’ ( authority / influence ) from government “ upon her head a crown ” - Crown ( ‘ wreath ’ ) symbolic of the church’s victory over the former ‘ pagan ’ state religion “ of twelve stars ” - 12 Pagan Caesars of Rome ( since Augustus ) symbolise Supreme authority of Rome attained by Church The times of the Roman Empire saw dramatic changes in the earth’s political realms ( “ heavens ” ). Reflecting the incomprehensible nature of these changes the book of Revelation described them as “ great wonders ”. These changes also brought great social and ecclesiastical changes , all of which were accurately foretold in Revelation 12 through symbolic language. Each and every one of these prophetic symbols ( ie. “ heavens / woman / sun / moon / crown / twelve stars ” ) have a continuing relevancy and importance in ‘ the last days’ and are fully examined through the course of this document. Today - in 2021 - we are also living in an age of “ wonders ”. The whole world is experiencing dramatic and unprecedented change , both rapid and ( at times) violent changes happening politically , socially and even morally , just like the days of the Roman Empire. Yet Revelation 12 is not limited to this one ‘ historical ’ outworking. It portends to greater events coming. VERSE 2 - And she being with child cried , travailing in birth , and pained to be delivered. “ she being with child ” - the ‘ once ’ chaste virgin was now pregnant with the ‘ seeds of error ’ ( Acts 15 ) Natural Pregnancy - 280 days - Conception  birth ( man-child ) Political Birth of Man-Child - AD.33 Day of Pentecost  AD.313 Constantine’s victory ( & Church state religion ) “ cried , travailing in birth ”- birth pangs begin apx.10 days prior  AD.303 Diocletian began brutal ‘ persecution of Christians ’. “ pained to be delivered ” - Persecution ( pain ) of Christian community ( woman ) later a key factor in Constantine’s rise to power. The ‘ woman ’ described giving birth to this man-child - we know was a prophetic reference to the Christians ( ie. Church ) in Roman times who delivered Emperor Constantine to power. It is all documented history. While these verses certainly do describe the vast expanse of history relating to the rise of the apostate Roman Church , there is yet ‘ANOTHER PROPHETIC DIMENSION ’ to this chapter that is a vision of the ‘ very last days’ of the kingdoms of men . . . events coming in our time. VERSE 3 - And there appeared another wonder in heaven ; and behold a great red dragon , Having SEVEN HEADS and TEN HORNS , and SEVEN CROWNS upon his heads. “ great red dragon ” - Originally symbolised ‘ crocodile ’ of Egypt - first great opponent of God’s people , Israel - With political decline of Egypt , this role was assume by Rome - Dragon - ‘ RED ’ in colour - which is colour of ‘ Sin ’ and describes ‘ war-like belligerency ’ ( esp. towards Christianity ) - Dragon represented the Pagan state religion that wrought belligerent opposition to Constantine ( and the Church ) A ‘ second wonder ’ then appears . . . a Great Red Dragon. Unlike the woman found in verses 1-2 the Great Red Dragon has no discernable religious or spiritual attributes ascribed to it. In fact , it is hostile to the woman ( Christians / Church ) as we discover in verse 4 . Nevertheless , it is itself an ‘ apostate entity ’ , having rejected any form of faith or religion. The prophetic ‘ END-TIMES ’ manifestation of this Great Red Dragon . . . is the Communist - Socialist state of CHINA !!! GREAT RED DRAGON - It is an inarguable fact , a Great Red Dragon is the quint-essential symbol for CHINA. For thousands of years the red dragon has been universally known as the singular symbol for China , utterly and uniquely synonymous with this populous nation-state. Seen at every Chinese festival and every cultural event , the imagery and mythology of the Great Red Dragon is deeply ingrained and immersed throughout Chinese history , the culture and the psyche of the people. However , China’s connection to this prophetic symbol in Revelation 12 does not rest simply on the ‘ visual-likeness’ of this multi-headed dragon. There is a deep and inescapable ‘ correlation ’ between the specific features and characteristics of the Great Red Dragon ( as described in Revelation 12 ) and the modern day republic of China , which combined together all point to this communist nation-state being specifically and unmistakably prefigured in this end-time prophecy. Here’s why ... The two ‘ most powerful ’ institutions in the Chinese political structure are : 1) the Politburo Standing Committee ( P.S.C ) and 2) the State Council. Both these political bodies in their design & their composition bear stunning parallels to the description and features of the Great Red Dragon as detailed in Revelation 12. “ seven heads ” - 7 mountains upon which Rome was built & 7 kings ( ie. systems of government ) by which Rome was ruled SEVEN HEADS - In the same manner as the “ seven heads ” symbolised Rome’s ‘ seven kings ’ ( and the seven forms of rulership that governed Rome ) the “ seven heads ” are also a key feature of the present-day Chinese governmental structure. The ‘supreme ’ ruling authority in China rests with the Communist Party Politburo Standing Committee (PSC). Headed by the Chinese President and Chairman of the Communist Party Xi Jinping , this committee is the most powerful policy and decision making entity in the nation. It is comprised of ‘ seven men ’ - effectively ‘seven kings’ - who govern the nation of China with absolute authority. Every aspect of Chinese society is orchestrated , governed and controlled by this supreme ruling committee of seven men . . . These seven men are the ‘seven heads’ ofthe ‘end-times’ Great Red Dragon.  WIKIPEDIA  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Politburo_Standing_Committee_of_the_Chinese_Communist_Party#Current_members_(in_order) “ ten horns ” - subsequent 10-fold division of the Roman Empire ( 10 Toes of Image - Daniel 2 ) the basis of modern-divided Europe TEN HORNS - The ‘ second ’ highest institution in the Chinese political system is the State. The cabinet appointed to administer the State is the State Council ( Executive Meeting Standing Committee ) which is comprised of ‘ ten ’ government officials known as State Councillors. Headed by the Premier ( of the State ) and four Vice-Premiers - these ‘ ten councillors’ are NOT ‘ kings’ in the true sense , rather they are officials or ministers appointed to execute the affairs of the State , including the day-to-day management of the economy , National Defence , State Security , Public Security and the Ministry of Culture. Importantly though , the State Council is sub-ordinate to the all-powerful Politburo Standing Committee (PSC) and its directives. We therefore see the description of the dragon’s ‘ten horns’ (v3) is in exact alignment with the ten members of China’s 2 nd tier State Council . . . These ten men are the ‘ten horns’ horns of the Great Red Dragon.  WIKIPEDIA  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/State_Council_of_the_People%27s_Republic_of_China#Executive_Meeting_(Standing_Committee) “ seven crowns upon his heads ” - ‘ crowns ‘ ( Gk. ‘ diademaia ’ ) represent a ‘ symbol of authority ’ of those who wear them. SEVEN CROWNS - To underscore the difference in ‘ relative power ’ between the ‘ Seven Heads ’ ( Politburo SC ) and the ‘ Ten Horns ’ ( State Council ) the text in Revelation provides an additional qualification highlighting the ‘ power status ’ of these two respective governing bodies in China. The follow-up observation of “ seven crowns ” being found ONLY upon the ‘ Seven Heads ’ ( Politburo SC ) of this great red dragon , is a profound statement confirming these seven were conferred with absolute power. Notably , the “ crowns ” were not found on the “ ten horns ” indicating the ‘ inferior nature ’ of the State Council and reflects with ‘ perfect accuracy ’ the balance of power / status of these two Chinese political institutions. None of these parallels are ‘ coincidence ’. Written almost 2,000 years ago - this vision of the ‘ latter-day ’ Great Red Dragon is a powerful ‘ final revelation ’ intended to warn and prepare the faithful for ‘ unheralded ’ events . . . still yet to come. VERSE 4 - And his tail drew the third part of the stars of heaven , and did cast them to the earth : and the dragon stood before the woman which was ready to be delivered , for to devour her child as soon as it was born . “ his tail ” - the tail of a beast indicates its fear and wrath - symbol applicable to Roman Empire in 4th Century ( esp.Pagan adherents ) “ drew the third part of the stars of heaven ” - Pagan Dragon ( Roman Emp. Maximin ) declared Holy War agnst Christianity / Church “ did cast them to the earth ” - Determination to eradicate Constantine ( & Christianity ) from the Roman Empire “ the dragon stood before the woman ” - ‘ Pagan ’ Roman Emperors openly hostile to , & persecuted Christianity / Church ( woman ) “ which was ready to be delivered ” - Emperor Constantine soon to be ‘delivered’ into power with help/support of Church ( woman ) “ for to devour her child as soon as it was born ” - Pagan Emperors Galerius , Maxentius & Licinius all sought to extirpate Constantine Having firmly established the prophetic relevancy of the Great Red Dragon to the communist nation of CHINA in our time , we find in verse 4 a description of the evil intentions of the red dragon in the last days, yet again with astonishing parallels : “ His tail drew the third part of the stars of heaven . . . and did cast them to the earth ”. This is an amazing prophetic statement reflecting the ‘ EXACT ’ situation concerning China’s global rise in recent times. China’s greatest ever economic and political project has been the much publicised “ Belt and Road Initiative [ BRI ] ”. In its continuing quest for world domination , China’s objective through this massive and multifaceted ‘ global strategy ’ of economic power and pressure is to bring over 65 nations ( 2/3 of the earth’s population ) into its direct sphere of influence and control [see : ABC News video below ]. China’s master plan continues to be rolled out throughout the Asia-Pacific region , Europe , Russia , Middle East and Africa. This form of economic and political coercion ( contrasted to the alternative option of overt and naked military aggression ) is also known as “ soft power ”. It is an insidious , but highly effective means of subjugating and ultimately controlling weaker nations as they become increasingly dependent on China’s economic might. This wolf-warrior diplomacy is a calculated and sinister plan aimed at making China the ‘ sole and unrivalled ’ super-power of the world. Implicit in China’s plan to dominate 2/3 of the world , is to undermine and destroy ( “ cast them to the earth ” ) the remaining 1/3 of nations ( “ third part of the stars of heaven ” ) namely Western democracies and Commonwealth nations whose systems of government and notions of freedom are antithetical to China’s communist regime and its ideologies . The operation of this plan ( to weaken Western democracies ) has been in play for several years and is well-documented. China’s infiltration of every strata of Western society and its subversion of key institutions is both extensive and endemic. Politics , major corporations , big tech , education and academia ( ie. universities / colleges), major sports, even Hollywood !! This seditious cultural transformation aimed at up-ending Western society , is being engineered and aggressively pursued by the Great Red Dragon . These subversive activities do not include the incessant cyber-attacks ( incl. massive database breaches, identity theft .. of millions ; theft of scientific and military technologies , state secrets and even disrupting and shutting down major Western infrastructure ). Now in 2021 , amid the ongoing aftermath of the Corona Virus Pandemic ( COVID-19 ) that China unleashed on the world , the Great Red Dragon is nearing completion of its objective to totally derail the West. Given that Revelation clearly describes these events in the ‘ past tense ’ ( “ drew … / and did cast …” ) would indicate China will succeed in this effort. There can be no doubt the Great Red Dragon of REVELATION 12 ( vs. 2-4 ) is‘ modern-day ’ China. Given this bible prophecy clearly does have a demonstrable and verifiable ‘ end-times’ application and context, we must ask a series of questions : WHY . . . do we only view this chapter through a ‘ historical ’ prism ( ie. 4th century Roman era ) and unwisely dismiss it from being a prophecy speaking of ’ literal events’ in the last days ? More importantly . . . WHAT do the remaining verses of Chapter 12 actually portend to ? And WHAT are these ‘ unheralded ‘ events coming soon ? Please read PART 2 of this paper ‘CLICK’ to Play Video THE COMING OF ‘ THE EAST WIND ’ Another strong ‘scriptural ’ indicator of where China’s malevolent role in world events will soon lead , can be found in PSALM 48. In verse 7 the Psalmist draws a long-sighted ‘ prophetic vision ’ of dark events coming in the last days : “ Thou breakest the ships of ‘ Tarshish ’ . . . with an east wind ” In a prophetic ‘ end-times’setting it is widely documented and accepted that ‘ Tarshish ’ is modern Great Britain (U.K.). If the ships of Great Britain are to be broken with an “ east wind ” what is this destroying power ? Could it be a ‘ literal ’ wind - or - is this “ east wind ” a metaphor for something else ? Coming out of ‘ the East ’ clearly it has implications of righteous judgment ( ie. ‘ the Sun of Righteousness ’ ) but it is NOT the appearing of the Lord himself. If we consider the many other bible references to the “ the whirlwind ” ( of the LORD ) we know these prophetic allusions speak unmistakably to the ‘ Russian confederacy ’ of the last days that will sweep all nations before them. It’s the same ‘ divine-pattern ’ of operation seen repeatedly throughout history , the LORD using ‘ foreign military powers’ to execute His righteous judgments upon Israel , or upon the nations generally. The Assyrian/Babylonians, the Persians, the Greeks, the Romans . . . and ultimately the Russians. It will be no different with the “ East Wind ”. Prior to the final all-conquering rise of Russia , China will be the Great Red Dragon that comes ‘ out of the East’. Yet another destroying power appointed of the LORD , purposed in this instance to punish the naval ships of the ‘ old lion ’ ( Great Britain ). So how , and by what means will the Great Red Dragon ( China ) accomplish this terrible deed ? In recent years China has made massive advances in the development of its missile technologies and vastly expanded its arsenals , this includes specialised missile variants known as “ aircraft carrier killers ” designed specifically for the purpose of countering America’s formidable naval battle groups. These fearsome missiles can destroy ‘ whole ships ’ with one lethal strike. Being the foremost possessor of these doomsday missiles - is it at all surprising that China should be the ‘ central figure ’ of an ancient prophecy foretelling the catastrophic destruction of the British naval fleet. This is all particularly relevant in 2021. As Britain - ‘ glorying ’ in its own might and ingenuity - parades its newly commissioned aircraft carrier and ‘ flagship of the feet ‘ ( HMS Queen Elizabeth II ) from port to port around the globe on its inaugural voyage . . . Could disaster be coming ? Are we about to see the latter-day fulfilment of Psalm 48 ? Undoubtedly ‘ the most astonishing ’ aspect concerning China’s bristling array of ballistic missiles is that all these weapons ( both nuclear and conventional ) are known exclusively as “ Dongfeng ” missiles or abbreviated to “ DF ” to specify individual models or variants ( ie. DF-1 / DF-25 / DF-41 etc. ). So what does “ Dong feng ” translate to in English ? . . . . it means “ East Wind ” So the ‘ EXACT ’ same term used in the bible ( over 2,500 years ago !! ) is the ‘ official name ’ of China’s deadly missile systems. Could this just be a wild , incalculably random co-incidence ?? - or - a testament to the fore-knowledge and accuracy of God’s revealed Word of Truth ?? It is not even a secret. Rather , it is publicly available information. Listed below are the internet search results for “Dongfeng ” from the world’s most recognised information source : From Wikipedia , the free encyclopedia Dongfeng ( missile ) The Dongfeng ( simplified Chinese : 东风; traditional Chinese: 東風; lit. ' East Wind ' ) series, typically abbreviated as "DF missiles", are a family of short, medium, intermediate-range and intercontinental ballistic missiles operated by the Chinese People's Liberation Army Rocket Force With China’s increasing hostility and belligerence on the world stage , most dramatically seen towards its neighbours ( Hong Kong / Taiwan / Japan / South Korea ) ; punishing trade wars and threatened missile attacks against regional powers such as Australia ; the swallowing up and militarisation of territorial seas and international shipping routes; the infiltration and destructive subversion of its principal rival the United States and ( most recently ) the frightening discovery of over 250 ‘ new ’ ICBM nuclear-missile silos being constructed in China’s north western Gansu Province, there can be ‘ no doubt’ concerning the future geopolitical intentions of the Great Red Dragon ( of our time ) , China. As a people patiently awaiting the appearing of the Lord from heaven ( viz. DANIEL 12v1 ) we need to prepare ourselves to endure faithfully until ‘ THAT ’ time. The reality is , we WILL still be present to see the outworking of these distressing events in Psalm 48 . . . of the havoc and destruction soon to be wrought upon the ‘ships of Tarshish ’ and presumably also upon her accompanying ‘ young lions ’ ( allied Commonwealth nations ). As terrible events escalate during this “ time of trouble such as never was ” - and as western democratic nations come under attack by the totalitarian tyrants of this world - ‘ our faith ’ and our trust in our God will surely be tested like never before. Please take time to examine the articles listed below & TEST them biblically. Not everything coming will be . . as we’ve been taught. But God’sWord is true