“And he requested for himself that he might die.” 1 Kings 19:4

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“And he requested for himself that he might die.”1 Kings 19:4It was a remarkable thing that the man who was never to die, for whom God had ordained an infinitely better lot, the man who should be carried to heaven in a chariot of fire, and be translated, that he should not see death–should thus pray, “Let me die, I am no better than my fathers.” We have here a memorable proof that God does not always answer prayer in kind, though he always does in effect. He gave Elias something better than that which he asked for, and thus …

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Standing on a Firm Foundation

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ISAIAH 52:77 How lovely on the mountains Are the feet of him who brings good news, Who announces peace And brings good news of happiness, Who announces salvation, And says to Zion, Your God reigns!” ROMANS 10:1515 How will they preach unless they are sent? Just as it is written, HOW BEAUTIFUL ARE THE FEET OF THOSE WHO BRING GOOD NEWS OF GOOD THINGS!” When was the last time you had a Bible study on the topic of feet? In all likelihood, you haven’t ever had such a lesson. In fact, you might even be squeamish at the thought of …

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Erdogan Tells of Two Missile Defense Deals With Russia

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Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said Saturday that the purchase of S-400 defense systems from Russia was a done deal, adding that Ankara would also jointly produce S-500 defense systems with Moscow. U.S. officials have called Turkey’s planned purchase of the S-400 missile defense system “deeply problematic,” saying it would risk Ankara’s partnership in the joint […]

IRGC Chief: Middle East A Potential Field of Fire for US

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TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The growing aversion to the US across Muslim countries and the strong anti-American and anti-Israeli sentiments among the younger generation have turned the Middle East region into a tinderbox for the US, the commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps said. May, 19, 2019 – 12:30 – Politics news – Addressing a […]

U.S. sanctions are limiting Iran’s ability to fund Hezbollah – report

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Speaking to several Hezbollah officials, The Washington Post revealed how the Lebanese terrorist group has been forced to make cuts. Rossella Tercatin May 19, 2019 10:25 Iran’s sponsorship of Hezbollah includes $800 million in annual financial support, the supply of 130,000 rockets and missiles. (photo credit: REUTERS) The latest wave of US sanctions has significantly […]

Al-Jazeera video questions Holocaust, claims ‘Zionists benefit’

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Network takes down AJ+ Arabic content after Friday video questioned number of Jews killed in the Holocaust and claimed Jewish organizations seek to manipulate suffering to gain attention. Seth J. Frantzman May 19, 2019 10:47 Al Jazeera posted a video on Friday that questioned the “truth” of the Holocaust and asserted that “the Zionist movement […]

US Okayed to Deploy Its Military in Gulf States Amid Iran Row – Reports

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The Pentagon announced the deployment of its aircraft carrier strike group to the Gulf shortly after Tehran’s move to backtrack on some of its obligations under the 2015 Iran nuclear deal on 8 May. While the US insists the deployment aims to grapple with what Washington sees as an Iranian threat, the Islamic Republic rejects […]

War Drums – by Hal Lindsey

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Once again, war drums are sounding in the Middle East. Iran has ramped up its aggressiveness across the Persian Gulf and the Red Sea. It is using its proxy army in Yemen, the Houthis, to turn up the pressure on Saudi Arabia. Iran has recently been responsible for the drone attacks on oil tanker ships and oil terminal platforms.  The Saudis are on a war footing and the United States has moved another U.S. Navy carrier group into the region.  Even anti-war protests are starting to spring up here in America.  Israel and Hamas are in an uneasy ceasefire, but the …

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Syrian NGO: IDF jets launch missiles at southern Syria

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|Published:  05.19.19 , 00:23 A Syrian humans rights NGO reported that Israeli jets fired missiles from the Golan Heights region into southern Syria territory Saturday evening. One missile was reportedly intercepted by Syrian air defense, while at least two others hit an army installation near Quneitra.

The Incurable Curiosity of the Cosmos: Vol. I

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Many of you might remember the “blood moon” craze that swept through all the eschatological circles several years ago (2012-2015). If you don’t remember, or weren’t a prophecy watcher back then, there was a series (tetrad) of four blood moons which fell upon the Jewish feast dates of Passover and Tabernacles. To be honest, I […]

The Trump administration has already built its case for Iran war

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Analysis: U.S. officials’ words and actions suggest they may turn to the 2001 use-of-force resolution as justification to bypass Congress. Breaking News Emails Get breaking news alerts and special reports. The news and stories that matter, delivered weekday mornings. SUBSCRIBE May 18, 2019, 1:23 PM UTC / Updated May 18, 2019, 6:14 PM UTC By Jonathan Allen […]

Report: Syrian air defense system activated for a second time

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Foreign bodies entered Syrian airspace ‘from the direction of Israel,’ Syrian news outlet says. Arutz Sheva Staff, 18/05/19  Syria’s air defense system was activated Saturday night, for the second time this weekend, Hahadashot reported. According to SANA, foreign bodies invaded southern Syria’s airspace near Quneitra, activating the country’s air defense system. The agency also said […]

PA official: US preparing to approve Israel’s ‘colonialism’

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PA “foreign minister” blasts Trump peace plan, says world has “left the steering wheel in the hands of a reckless driver”. Elad Benari, Canada, 18/05/19 Riyad al-Maliki, the Palestinian Authority (PA) official in charge of foreign affairs, on Friday described the US “Deal of the Century” as a “consecration” of the century-long Palestinian suffering of […]