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When there is an excessive amount of information, cognitive brain processes might get overwhelmed. Emerging concepts such as “information glut,” “infobesity,” and “data fog” are undesirable outcomes of the information age; nevertheless, when it comes to prophecy and the events that will occur in the future, this is not something that can occur very often. All of the real prophecies can be found in the Bible, and since that text has not been altered over the course of centuries, the only thing that has the potential to cause overload is conjecture about it. And yet, a mere examination of the prophetic authors and speakers of today makes it very evident that we are getting closer and closer to reaching a critical mass. Some of the teachings and a significant amount of the conjecture are slipping over the deep end, and thus, we need to be very cautious so that we do not mislead other people. In the event that we mislead, we shall provide an explanation. The tale of one man’s response to Victoria Osteen’s recent public pronouncement that we do everything not for the glory of God, but for our personal enjoyment and that is what God wants was one of the stories that made headlines this week. In response to Victoria’s comments, he went inside the bookshop of the church and threw the books and other products to the ground. He continued to do this until he was taken by the security officers. Some people are referring to Osteen’s statements as “blasphemous,” however when one takes into account the origin of the statement, it is, at the very least, consistent with the overall message that is coming from that ministry. It is a part and parcel of today’s great apostasy and the tendency of humanizing the supernatural message of the Living God that the concept of our pleasure taking precedence over a life lived to bring honor to God makes its way into the conversation. Another thing that has been foretold is that the big apostasy would be accompanied by the tremendous distraction that is being planned. (Titus 3:1-2) (2) There is then an advertisement on the internet for a conference called “Nephilim mounds,” in which tours are being provided to examine the mounds of the mythical “giants” of the ancient world, who some people believe were in reality angels or the progeny of angels. In this time of Obama’s shock, burgeoning extremists from ISIS, and global misunderstanding among countries, it would seem that some people believe that the solution to all of this tragedy and confusion is to go gaze at the bones of old angels. Both absurdity and excess are combined into one in this situation. As of right now, this is your universe! Up to the point that it becomes a majority of sidestepping and diverting attention, speculation is not incorrect. It is not the issue at hand whether any of these hypotheses and speculations contain any truth that is of any major significance. The only issue that has to be answered is, what impact does this purported fact have on the message of the gospel in its whole or on prophecy? Is it supposed to be supplementary or substituted? In point of fact, if it consumes the time and thoughts of those who advocate for it and those who are worried with it, then it cannot be considered a distraction and may even be considered a true fixation with mistake. It may be engaging, entertaining, and thrilling, but this does nothing to contradict the fact that many of these hypotheses are floating in the zone between being unnecessary and being incorrect. An Error and a Diversion with a Contemporary Appearance That Compares the Old Stuff to the New You would think that after centuries of discovering errors and spurious inclusions of additional biblical materials into the church’s message (The proclamation of the gospel), we would quickly reject any new attempts to water down, twist, or appendage the straightforward but unadulterated message of the gospel. However, this is not the case. The Jehovah’s Witnesses New World Translation of the Bible, the Book of Mormon, Mary Baker Eddy’s Science and Health, Theosophy, Golden Dawn, extremes of the prosperity gospel, and a multitude of other unsuccessful attempts to discolor, supplant, and divert the biblical message have all been identified by the church as examples of the many errors that have been identified. It would seem that we would have no trouble catching the most recent additions to the message of the Bible, which are receiving an excessive amount of attention. Following is a condensed list. There are several theories on the following: the Nephilim, the Blood Moon Tetrads, the Muslim antichrist (caliphates), the Shroud, UFOology, Ark hunts, and the Holy Grail. The pursuit of these things may or may not be considered diversions, depending on the amount of time and energy that is devoted to them; however, there are two things that are abundantly clear: they are not the fulfillment of the great commission, and they have nothing to do with the fulfillment of the prophecy that pertains to the last days. “Go then, and teach all countries, baptizing them in the name of the Father, of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost; teaching them to follow all things that I have commanded you; and behold, I am with you always, even to the end of the world,” Jesus said that he would teach them. Revelation 28:19–20 Observers may speculate, but only a small percentage of speculators are considered to be true watchers. It is not appropriate to underestimate the gravity of the theory of the second coming, which is also referred to as eschatology in certain circles. Many millions of valuable human lives are in jeopardy, and their destinies and everlasting fates are in the balance. It is absurd, stupid, and very irresponsible to use the concept of the second coming for any goal other than assisting a generation in becoming ready for the second advent. This includes producing sensationalism, selling books, organizing special tours, and providing any other purpose. The phrases watch, vigilant, and watcher are used in the Bible more than one hundred times, with almost half of those instances occurring in the New Testament. Those who take the business of watching seriously may speculate about events as they unfold, but they do so with a sense of responsibility and gravity that reflects a true calling. They do this not out of a vested interest or an idle curiosity, but rather because they know that their lives depend on it. One of the most effective guidelines for accurate exegesis and interpretation of the Bible is the rule that states, “If the Bible makes reasonable sense, then there is no need to look for any other interpretation.” Due to the fact that this rule exists, there are two things that this writer and viewer will never do. Changing the interpretations of the Bible so that they are more in line with the current hypothesis of the day is the first option. To avoid any and all fabrication is the second step. I will never quote from or make any reference to the Left Behind series, despite the fact that it was a really entertaining series. For the most obvious reasons – with speculation running rampant and responsibility running at a peak – adding yet more confusion to this complex subject is dilettante, desultory, and haphazard. For these reasons, I have decided not to read or review any novels or other works of fiction that are about the second coming on any medium. There are a number of distractions that need careful consideration, beginning with the Muslim antichrist. It is a matter of pure conjecture that the establishment of the Muslim Caliphate will occur as the fulfillment of the antichrist. There is only one interpretation that is completely backed by scripture, and that is the belief that the antichrist originates from the newly formed EU. The reasons behind this are quite self-evident. Only those who would worship Antichrist are sought after by him, since he is not affiliated with any one faith. 2 Timothy 2: 4 (The eleventh verse of Dan) The only power that could create and maintain the “mark of the beast,” which is an economic system with mandatory inclusion all over the world, is a fully formed western power that possesses advanced technology and completely mobile military capability. This system would be necessary for the implementation and enforcement of the “mark of the beast.” With a few notable exceptions, Muslim countries do not possess this capability; in fact, several of them are still living in circumstances that are considered to be third world. The prophet Ezekiel depicts Muslim troops working along with what the majority of expositors believe to be Russia slaughtering people on the hills of Israel (Ezekiel Chapters 37-39) as a result of God’s involvement in the latter days. It is difficult to see anybody taking a Muslim global leader seriously while the Muslim army is in complete disarray. Given that countries such as Britain and France now have such substantial Muslim populations, the prospect that a Muslim leader may arise over Europe is a possibility; nevertheless, this idea faces a great deal of opposition from a variety of sources. The psyche of the western world is not yet prepared for a religion that takes control of civil administration, much less one that treats women as if they were slaves and publicly murders its criminals, gays, and pretty much everyone else who disagrees with them. In addition to being plagued by a flawed philosophical assumption that is being utilized to perpetuate itself, the Muslim faith is also plagued by the fact that its roots are based on a false foundation. By virtue of the fact that the majority of people appreciate anything that is worth dying for, martyrdom is a method that may be used to enhance any faith or cause. The majority of people throughout the globe consider this to be an act of fanaticism rather than courage or conviction. However, when the martyrs are people who commit themselves, this respect is gone, and the only emotional reaction that remains is a cringing and loathing feeling. The concept of Muslim victory is only elevated to the status of a major concern inside the American national consciousness. Recent reports have indicated that Hollywood has taken a stance against both the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS) and Hamas. It’s possible that celebrities would tune in late, but it’s also possible that they have just understood that the concept of a Muslim takeover in the United States would first focus on Hollywood as its primary target. It would be forbidden to engage in any kind of nudity, homosex, or general filth. Hijabs would be the only thing that would be required of the beautiful women of Tinsel Town. Even though there are severe concerns over the possibility that Barack Obama may allow the Muslim faith to gain control of the country, there are some people who are concerned about this possibility. In the six years that he has been in office, the only significant policy victories that have been made are those that pertain to the violent side of the LGBT community. This contradiction shines out like a bright neon sign due to the fact that any and all homosexually-oriented activities would be prohibited in any country that is dominated by Muslims. To say that this is the fulfillment of the predictions of the antichrist for the final day would be, at the very least, a bit of stretching. It is hard to minimize the risks that are associated with the rise of Islam all over the globe. In the role of the beast and the antichrist, the Roman Church and her Pontiff When it comes to the Pope and the Roman church, almost all of the same arguments that are used to discredit the Caliphate as the origin of the antichrist are equally valid. The lady dressed in scarlet who rides atop the beast represents all of the apostate churches, which would include Rome but is not limited to the Roman Catholic Church and other churches. The ladies, and subsequently the city of Rome itself, are entirely despised, thrown off, and destroyed in accordance with the prophesy. What kingdom does the antichrist govern if it is extinguished? The kingdom that it rests and rides upon is responsible for all of these things. (Matthew 17: 1f) A simple application of common sense is all that is required to comprehend that the beast, which represents the dominion of the antichrist, and the antichrist despise the woman (Revelation 17:16) and throw her away. Antichrist is opposed to God and all that is referred to as God, regardless of whether it is a phony or a genuine entity. He (the antichrist) is now free to lead the world right into the abomination of desolation and the following war of Armageddon. This is because the phony church has been destroyed, and the true church is now being persecuted on a massive scale. The concept that the antichrist is either the Pope or the Roman Catholic Church is rendered absurd when it is seen that the antichrist is the one who attacks and destroys the woman (whore of Rev 17: 16) Regardless of who or what the antichrist may be, he is not a fool. A house that is divided against itself cannot stand, and even he is aware of this fact. On the other hand, Europe is not strong enough; the young bird cannot fly with the eagles. Speculators of biblical prophecy in the modern day often dismiss Europe as a competitor or a global power. It is important to remember that prophecy is nothing more than pre-written history, and that it does not need significant transitions in power to take place. In the appropriate moment, it is the will of the Living God. “This is the word of the LORD to Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, says the LORD of hosts,” the Bible says. (6b) in the book of Zec The European Union (EU) wants to strengthen its potential economic, military, and political might, but all it needs is the proper leader to do it. He is going to show up at the time that has been set. Those who are certain that the European Union will not become the most powerful global force in the history of the world need only be reminded that one of the world’s most powerful nations has lost its position in only six short years. The military, foreign policy, extraction of our own natural resources, and adherence to laws, including our own founding documents, have all withered and crumbled under the banner of Barack Obama’s campaign declaration of “Change we can believe in.” This has been the case for the past six years, during which time Barack Obama has been the leader of the United States. Two hundred and thirty-eight years of power and prestige in the globe have been eroded in a period of less than ten years. Why is it so difficult to accept that a country may rise to prominence in a span of just a few years or less? Have we forgotten that none of these individuals rose to power in more than 10 years, including Hitler, Mao Zedong, Pol Pot, and others? Keep reading for more: Concerning the Coming of Antichrist, Serious Questions and Answers and Discussions When compared to the forthcoming dictator, Hitler was nothing more than a choir boy. Who exactly is this man, and is there any way to determine his identity? The apostasy has begun, and nobody is prepared for what is going to happen next. How much time is left for the generation that is known as the Fig Tree? Prophecy Train is the best of the best as the United States and the European Union strengthen their ties. In the event that this author were to spend a significant amount of time focusing on one false prophet or another, there would be very little time left over for anything else. For the sake of brevity, it is sufficient to state that the concept of the second coming is not accessible to idle speculation or broad beliefs that seek to damage it. On the other hand, this most severe warning is directed against those individuals who are adamant about carrying out this activity. “For I testify unto every man that heareth the words of the prophecy of this book, If any man shall add unto these things, God shall add unto him the plagues that are written in this book: And if any man shall take away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God shall take away his part out of the book of life, and out of the holy city, and from the things which are written in this book.” [Revelation 22:18-19] To answer the question of who will fill the void that America has created, vacuums are able to draw in whatever is closest to them without any assistance from anybody else. Are we going to see a marauding gang of enraged Muslims ripping off heads in public with children and adults carrying AK-47s and anti-aircraft weapons placed on pick-up trucks? Will this void be filled as America continues to deteriorate? The final line is that you should keep an eye on Europe. Since the year 2005, Michael Bresciani has been serving as the publisher of American Prophet.org. It is because of the articles and reports written by Reverend Bresciani, as well as the contributions of some of the most talented writers and journalists in the United States, as well as the news and reviews that the website has acquired the moniker of “The Website for Insight.” His timely reports and writings have been published in print and online journals and magazines and have been read by millions of people all over the world and nationwide. Please follow us on both Facebook and Twitter. See also: Related Articles The data fog, the American-made vacuum, and Two Timothy chapter three verses one and two, nephilim, ufology, and the pontiff as a beast The Caliphate of Muslims, Muslim troops in Lebanon, and Europe are all too weak. This article should be sent to a friend! 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