Negotiations Are Complicated

You may be wondering why I spend so much time on the Iran issue in the Middle East. Simple, much of Bible prophecy being seen and possibly being confirmed today is central to the Iran issue.  Israel and Jerusalem are the focal point to end time prophecy.  The world has tried to kill the Jews, discount them and destroy them, “but God.”  After all my calling is taking current events and aligning them up with Bible prophecy.  

My take is no credible deal will be made.  However the US has made bad deals before.  I am praying for the negotiation team to avert war, but Iran is driven by religious ideologies that most westerners don’t begin to understand.  I posted a previous article just today about that. 

Check out Secretary Rubio and his thoughts on the ongoing talks with Iran.

https://x.com/StateDept/status/2023058347520327843?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2023058347520327843%7Ctwgr%5Ed575fd9e64d88f30aa69a7480479a13004bab4bd%7Ctwcon%5Es1_c10&ref_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.jns.org%2Frubio-on-iran-complicated-to-negotiate-with-radical-shia-clerics%2F

Iran’s Apocalyptic Islamic Ideology

The stage is set, the lines have been drawn, Trump’s red line in the sand, looking for a deal but continuing to say “things will go bad for them (Iran) very bad” without a deal.  An amazing arsenal of weaponry has been assembled.  Why the wait?  No one but Trump knows for sure, but best guess is that the deal maker wants to be remembered as a peace maker.  Something’s deals wont work because the one you try to make a deal with, just won’t deal.  

To be blunt, after all the bravado of President Trump,and without some significant military action or an iron clad enforceable deal with Iran, Trump will lose all credibility.  Remember he encouraged the protestors in Iran over a month ago to keep fighting, that help was on the way.  Since then tens of thousands have been killed and imprisoned.  It has gone from bad to worse.  Why all the bravado from Iran, especially after the 12 day war of last summer?

Iran’s Apocalyptic Islamic Ideology is why the cowards in Tehran continue to demand and bluff and seemingly desire a confrontation with two superior nations.

One very important factor is being overlooked in dealing with Iran, a Shiite apocalyptic theology and ideology.  This ideology is the lens through which they view the world.  For them, everything that is happening is being branded as a “holy war.”  They use their theology as a shield to justify their brutality, even against their own people.

By framing protests against the regime as rebellion against God, officials have effectively turned politics into a battlefield of Good vs Evil.  Behind all this is the belief that clerics have to pave the way for the return of their Mahdi, the 12th Imam. They believe the preservation of the regime is the existential imperative for the Mahdi to return.  Iran’s clerical leadership believe that the Mahdi’s return will be hastened by global destruction and war.

“Some hardline factions in Iran argue that global chaos and war are necessary precursors to the Mahdi’s return.  This perspective can lead to the view that negotiated long-term peace is detrimental to their ultimate theological goals.”

The Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps are 150,000 strong hard core zealots.  They have sworn to preserve the regime at all costs.  They have murdered thousands with glee, all to save the radical clerics and attempt to destroy the freedom fighters.  In some respects Iran is itching for a catastrophic fight to the end.  The religion of peace seeks a fiery end to mankind.

Ironically this apocalyptic end times scenario also envisioned the last Mahdi coming on a white horse, and ruling the world for 7 years.   Interestingly the book of Revelation also states the anti-christ will attempt to do the same.  

As a footnote, Erdogan of Turkey also has visions of being the last Mahdi.  That is why I am more fearful of him for Israel’s survival than any ayatollah.  At the present time he has moved troops into Syria, and his intentions are most certainly not honorable to say the least.

As I wrote earlier, keep your eyes on Turkey.  

Prophetic News – Turkey & Netanyahu 

2/12 Middle East

Turkey Update: Erdogan’s Siege on Israel Begins!

While the world’s eyes are on Iran, a new coalition is forming in the shadows. Our latest map reveals how President Erdogan is rapidly uniting the Sunni world-turning former rivals into allies to encircle the Jewish State.

🤝 The Diplomatic Blitz Erdogan has launched a massive reconciliation effort, signing defense and energy pacts with Saudi Arabia and Egypt, and solidifying alliances with Jordan. The goal? To replace the “Iranian Ring of Fire” with a united Sunni diplomatic wall around Jerusalem.

🌍 The “Shadow War” in Africa Away from the cameras, a strategic battle is raging. From Libya to Sudan and Somalia, Turkish and Egyptian intelligence are coordinating to block rival influences and restrict Israel’s strategic access to the Red Sea.

📉 The Strategy: This isn’t just diplomacy; it is containment. The region is shifting from a “Moderate Sunni Camp” to a grand Islamic coalition designed to isolate Israel diplomatically and economically.

Prime Minister Netanyahu before boarding the plane back home: “The conditions President Trump sets for an agreement with Iran could lead to achieving a good deal. I do not hide my skepticism about the possibility of reaching an agreement.”

His full remarks:

“I have just completed a short but important visit to Washington, during which I spoke with our great friend, President Trump. We have a close, genuine, and open relationship. The talks covered several topics but focused mainly on the negotiations with Iran. The President believes that the Iranians already understand who they are dealing with. I think the conditions he sets, combined with their understanding that they erred last time by not reaching an agreement, could lead them to agree to terms that allow for a good deal. I want to say clearly: I do not hide my general skepticism about the possibility of reaching any agreement with Iran. However, I made it clear that if an agreement is reached – it must include the important components for us, the State of Israel, and in my opinion, also for the entire international community: not only the nuclear issue but also ballistic missiles and Iranian proxies in the region. It was an excellent conversation. Of course, we also touched on Gaza, the entire region, and other general issues. In any case, this is another conversation with a great friend of the State of Israel – a president like no other. Thank you very much.”

                                  Amir Tsarfati 

Prophetic Warning

Don’t divide the land!  God is watching. Joel 2:1-2.

So it seems that the Trump administration, even after pushing for rebellion and protest in Iran and promising to be on the way, have washed  their hands of the Iranian protesters. Multiple tens of thousands killed or imprisoned for only wanting freedom.

US Vice President Vance: “If the Iranian people want to overthrow the regime, that is a decision for the Iranian people. What we are focusing on right now is that Iran will not have nuclear weapons.”

Cutting a deal with Iran, regardless of what is promised to the United States will never work out. The Iranian regime is a mastermind in the art of manipulation, especially when it comes to Western powers who seem to think that they can believe whatever agreed to by the Iranian dictators.  

Prophetically, we are standing on very dangerous and shaky ground. America may be at a crossroads. Do we support our only friend in the region, or do we continue to play footsie with terrorists and Islamic terrorism. 

Interesting to me that Netanyahu flew to D.C. to have direct talks with the president. 

  • I don’t think Bibi trust Witkoff
  • Bibi has intelligence that is extremely concerning to Israel and the IDF
  • A division could be becoming soon between what Trump wants (deals) and what is best for Israel and their security

Just a few weeks ago, Trump assured Qatar and Saudi Arabia that Israel would not put settlements in the West Bank. For those that don’t know the West Bank is what is called Judea and Samaria. Biblical names and Israel’s biblical land. Many Biblical events happened there.

Choosing Qatar and Saudi Arabia over Israel would be a profound mistake. God does not look favorably on nations who attempt to divide the land of Israel or who turned their back on Israel.

Choosing to treat Israel as a vessel state, and dictate to them, their own security might just be the thing that causes God to lift his hand and allow judgment to come to America. My concern in all of this is that God has blessed America beyond measure even in the times that we have sinned against him. But to turn your back on Israel with the November midterms coming up, could be disastrous.

This is not the time for panic or rhetoric.  It is a time to see clearly, speak carefully and pray earnestly!

Pray, Engage, Impact

Artificial Intelligence; a lesser god?

AI is going nowhere, it is here to stay.  The AI revolution is moving way too fast for comfort. The technology is, to coin a movie title, fast and furious.  From technocrats to governments to everyday people, AI is here to stay, but the ramifications are still unknown.  For one, many companies are looking to replace workers with AI. What will that do for the economy? Others look to AI as a lesser god that can bring unlimited knowledge and power to the human race. Below is a nice article that tackles some of my concerns as a Christian.   Has the genie been let out of the bag? Rh

Hath God Said??  Ai & Doctrines of Devils

Since the garden of Eden the age old lie has been played with the question, hath God said?  “If doubt can be applied to holy scriptures, then is it really true?”  Also doubters will quickly add the question, “but does it apply to today?”  When we begin to doubt the authenticity of the Word, it is the first step on a slippery path to deception and the making of doctrines of devils.  (1 Timothy 4:1)  I have a post concerning AI from a renowned Pastor scheduled for tomorrow, but this post is too important not to post.  So Part 1 today and Part 2 tomorrow.  Be blessed! Rh

The “Fifth Column”

A “fifth column” refers to a group of people within a country who secretly support its enemies, working to undermine the nation from the inside through sabotage, espionage, or spreading misinformation, often arising from ethnic, racial, or political divisions, and originating from the Spanish Civil War. These clandestine supporters aim to destabilize the government or war effort, acting as an “internal enemy” to aid an external attacker. 

Key aspects of a fifth column: 

  • Origin: Coined by Spanish Nationalist General Emilio Mola in 1936, who claimed four columns of troops marching on Madrid would be joined by a hidden “fifth column” of sympathizers inside the city.

  • Activities: Can range from propaganda, rumor-mongering, and espionage to sabotage and terrorism, often targeting key positions to facilitate an enemy’s takeover.

  • Targets: Frequently targets marginalized communities or ethnic minorities, leading to accusations of conspiracy, political repression, and human rights abuses.

Ok, so what we have in this country is an intentional sabotage by the radical leftist, socialist and most of the hierarchy of the Democratic Party.  Let’s not forget the RINO’s of the Republican part.  I call them the Ruling Class.  

Open the borders and bring in any and all, give them money and welfare benefits, put them into selected areas to have communities that will never assimilate.  Then get them into government.  Start small with local issues them branch out to a state or National base.  Look at the Somalians in Minnesota.  Without them do you think the fraud and the civil war going on there would have happened.  A resounding NO!

A ready made and built in 5th Column ready to use whatever means possibly to hinder, and destroy the American values they took for granted and stole through evil and subterfuge.  

What is happening in America is a civil cultural war.  Ideas and ideologies in war against each other.  Not peaceful.  No organic.  They are planned and orchestrated to do the most damage.  Just as in Islamic Jihad, where death is martyrdom, look how they lift up those who dies during these protests.  The media honors and lies about their character and motives to rile simple minded liberals to the point of more madness.  We are watching tribe vs. tribe mentality spoken of in Matthew 24.

The 5th column is ready and being activated.  Each compromise we make to the radicals only embolden them.  They feed off the chaos and the destruction.  In John 10:10 the Bible says “the thief comes to steal, kill and destroy,” they are only acting out what their god does.  The final move is against the church .  When a so called “journalist” leads an insurrection into a church, we see a natural progression against the main target of the spirit of anti-christ.  They hate anything that is moral and Godly.  I fear soon it will be open season on the Christian community.  

What can we do?  Our most effective weapon is our prayer life.  We live in a world that battles all that is moral and sacred.  The Lord has given us promises that we can influence the unseen world through intercessory prayer.  Our battle is not with flesh and blood, but against principalities and powers in the heavenly realm.  A realm unseen, but very much alive and seeking to control our world.  If that realm were not essential to defeat the enemy, then our Lord would not have had Paul write about it.  

  • Ephesians 6:10-18
  • Matthew 18:18-20

We as the church are to (Eph. 3:10 “to make known to the principalities and powers in the heavenly places.). These heavenly places unseen, but very much real are located not in Heaven where God resides, but in the atmosphere above the earth.

Not surprised at what is going on, this culture war is a battle between good and evil, right and wrong, freedom or bondage. 

Look up, our redemption draws near!  Maranatha!!

Is Trump Becoming the Red Line President

You can only cry wolf so long until someone calls your bluff.  Is this what our President is becoming?  First let me say that I voted for Trump three times and still believe in him being the right man for the time we live in to lead America.  However, peace through strength means at times we have to use that strength.  

Case in point, 

  • Hamas has not given up their weapons and have no intention of doing so.
  • Iran has publicly said they would not give up their missiles. 
  • Iran says they will keep their nuclear program regardless.

Tens of thousands have been murdered and slaughtered in Iran, after Trump gave a deadline to stop the “hangings.”  Yes the hangings have stopped at least publicly, but the killing hasn’t.  Let’s not mince words, Trump has failed the Iranian protestors, promising help is on the way.  No help has come so far.  It has been weeks since that statement.  

 Force is all that Iran understands.  Rh

https://www.jns.org/trump-shouldnt-fall-into-the-iran-negotiations-trap/

Lock em all Up

Below is a list of 20 so called republicans who voted to send billions to illegals in Welfare funding. Wonder why people think our government is evil. It is. Good case in point. What I find interesting is that good ole buddy of Trump Graham of S.C. Is on the list. Crooked, dirty, compromised? I select compromised, after all we have heard for years of his “proclivities;” of claiming he is something that he isn’t. I think you all know what I mean. Anyway, why do the citizens of these states continue to send people like this back the Senate? And Thune, got a thumbs up from Trump to lead the Republicans in the Senate. I am starting to wonder why Trump continues his outlandish and stupefying endorsements. Rh

JUST IN: “GOP” Senators KILL @RandPaul’s amendment to CUT $5 BILLION in Refugee Welfare funding AFTER multiple massive Somali fraud scandals were EXPOSED!

20 GOP senators voted NAY to keep the fraud flowing while the national debt approaches $39 TRILLION!  

Is your Senator on the list of UNIPARTY RINOs who betrayed taxpayers:

Boozman (R-AR)

Capito (R-WV)

Collins (R-ME)

Ernst (R-IA)

Fischer (R-NE)

Graham (R-SC)

Grassley (R-IA)

Hyde-Smith (R-MS)

Lankford (R-OK)

McConnell (R-KY)

Moran (R-KS)

Mullin (R-OK)

Murkowski (R-AK)

Ricketts (R-NE)

Rounds (R-SD)

Sullivan (R-AK)

Thune (R-SD)

Tillis (R-NC)

Wicker (R-MS)

Young (R-IN)

NOT VOTING:

Cassidy (R-LA)

Saudi Arabia – Power and Deception

The country of Saudi Arabia seems to be moderate, and they are when held up to radicals of the faith such as Syria, Iran and definitely Turkey.  I have made my thoughts known in an earlier post of Turkey’s hatred of Israel and their hope of an Islamic Caliphate.  More on that in a later post.  

The first Trump administration was in joy over Saudi Arabia declaring they would join the Abraham Accords.  Back and forth they go and as diplomats press SA, they always back track.  It seems the Muslim have much more patience than the Western world, particularly the United States. Once again the Saudis were on the verge of joining, but now it seems they have backtracked once again.  

Understand they play a long game and they and Qatar use money, power and influence to get what they want.  Unlike Iran and others who rant and yell death and destruction.

So what of today and the Iran situation.  Saudi Arabia is scared of the Iranians.  They don;t want or need terror coming into the so-called “Kingdom”.  So when push comes to shove they always stop short of offending the radicals.  To be quite honest, I am sick of Trump playing footsie when the Islamic world.  Take a stand and stand 100% for Israel.  The Muslim world will never be our true friend.  Below is a link to a very insightful article.  Hope you enjoy the read.  Link provided.

Stop chasing after the Saudis to join the Abraham Accords

Now that they’ve stopped worrying about an Iranian bomb, Riyadh is making clear that it will never recognize the State of Israel. It was never going to be worth the price anyway. Jonathan S. Tobin JNS.org Link to full article at bottom of page.

As insider reports have increasingly made clear, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, the de facto ruler of the country, has decided to alter his country’s course. Instead of continuing to move closer to Jerusalem and, as so many in the United States and Israel hoped and even expected, joining the Abraham Accords themselves, the Saudis seem to be eyeing a different sort of regional realignment, in which they will now link up with other Islamist countries like Qatar and Turkey. They have even reportedly been advocating for the United States not to attack Iran so as to help the protest movement succeed in overthrowing the Islamist theocrats that have despotically ruled since the Iranian Revolution in 1979. They’ve also refused to let Washington use their territory for potential attacks on Iran.

On top of that, the Saudis are also moving away from their efforts to erase antisemitism from their education system and public discourse, as they had been doing as late as 2024. Instead, the regime’s state-run media has again turned to spewing out anti-Israel venom, in addition to the sort of open hatred of Jews that was routine before Riyadh’s turn to Israel and the West. Among other monitors of the situation, the Anti-Defamation League is sounding the alarm about prominent Saudi voices—closely tied to the royal family and the government—promoting antisemitic conspiracy theories and trashing the Abraham Accords.

Link to full article  

https://docs.google.com/document/d/19T8LcnFF1Y9PTlXeQ_soiulnZdJFLn6d1qHSaCThBk4/edit?tab=t.0