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Watchman Report # Unfolding Blueprint – Ezekiel’s Ancient Prophecy and the Shifting World Order
Introduction: A Divine Signal in Human History
From a biblical perspective, we examine prophecy and the moral and social issues breaking on the world stage. This episode looks at how current events align with dramatic end-times scenarios foretold millennia ago. For students of biblical prophecy, the pieces on the global chessboard are moving in a pattern outlined over 2,500 years ago. Bible prophecy is not about the fulfilment of the expected, but the unexpected—a divine signal in the house of human history for those with eyes to see.
The Current Stage: Russia as a Lone Power
Today, Russia operates as a lone power, pursuing its military ambitions largely through its own strength and will, as seen in Ukraine. President Putin’s long-term goals appear rooted in reclaiming a lost Slavic Orthodox empire. The focus on Ukraine is deeply symbolic, as the birthplace of Vladimir the Great, who brought Eastern Orthodoxy to the region. For Moscow, the fall of Constantinople in 1453 was a historic catastrophe, and the dream of reclaiming Constantinople (modern Istanbul) and Jerusalem remains a powerful undercurrent in Russian geopolitics, often overshadowing the Jewish roots of the faith with a narrative of Christian holy lands.
The Prophetic Shift: From Solitary Aggressor to Confederation
According to Ezekiel, a dramatic shift is coming. The prophecy describes a Russia that is no longer working alone. Ezekiel 38 introduces Gog of the land of Magog, the prince of Rosh, Meshech, and Tubal—a figure widely interpreted as a leader from the north, centred in modern Russia. The key change is that Gog comes not as a solitary aggressor, but as the head of a vast confederation.
This alliance, detailed in verses 5 and 6, includes Persia (Iran), Cush (likely Sudan and parts of Africa), Put (Libya), Gomer, and Togarmah (believed to be regions of modern Turkey). The formation of such a coalition would represent a radical realignment from the Russia we see today. While it hasn’t happened yet, and building this axis will take time, the geopolitical groundwork is being laid before our eyes.
The Catalyst: Israel Dwelling Securely
The catalyst for this prophecy is as specific as the alliance itself. The invasion led by Gog will occur when Israel is dwelling securely. Ezekiel describes a nation at peace, living in unwalled villages without bars or gates—a picture of profound tranquillity. This may seem implausible given Israel’s current security posture, but seeds are there. A visit in 2023 revealed hundreds of new high-rise apartments for Jewish families springing up on Jerusalem’s eastern side, many without the expected security fencing—a tangible glimpse of a nation building for a future of peace and expansion.
Into this scene of security, Gog and his hordes will come like a cloud to cover the land. The ancient text speaks of horses and horsemen, symbolising a massive, overwhelming military assault—a imagery that finds a curious modern echo in reports of Putin’s use of a special cavalry unit within his personal guard.
The Stunning Defeat and Its Purpose
Yet, this invasion will not succeed. Ezekiel 39 describes its stunning end: the total defeat of Gog’s army on the mountains of Israel. The aftermath is so vast it will take seven months to bury the dead, and the weapons left behind will fuel Israel for seven years. The skeletons will be collected into a mass grave, a permanent war memorial and a stark testament to the folly of despising the God of Israel.
Why would God orchestrate such a cataclysmic intervention? Ezekiel 39:23-29 provides the answer. For 2,000 years, Israel has borne the shame of its trespasses, having rejected the Messiah and trusted in its own strength. This final divine defence is both a judgment on the nations and a means of humbling and ultimately restoring Israel, forcing them to recognise the God who has never truly forsaken them.
Our Perspective: Watching with Urgent Faithfulness
A great deal remains on the prophetic calendar. The question for every generation is how much will be witnessed by us. The New Testament reminds us that Christ’s return will be like a thief in the night (1 Thessalonians 5:2). Our goal is not to set dates, but to live in urgent faithfulness as pilgrims and strangers, seeking the coming kingdom of God (Hebrews 11:16).
While date-setting is unwise, studying the prophetic framework is not. Our reading of Scripture suggests the Master’s return is very imminent. We believe there may be a period of approximately ten years from the resurrection and gathering of the saints until Gog’s invasion. This could be followed by ten years of peace and then thirty years of war, totalling fifty years from Gog’s invasion—a symbolic Jubilee period. Within this lies a forty-year epoch mirroring Israel’s journey from Egypt, at the end of which the kingdom will be fully established. The final phases would involve the great harvests of judgment at Armageddon and the demise of the final world system.
Conclusion: The Stage is Being Set
The stage is being set; the players are taking their positions. Our calling is to watch, to understand, and above all, to live as faithful citizens of the coming kingdom, ready for our King’s return.
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css="" css_animation="none"]A @Christadelphians Video: Description: The Bible shows that God has a special purpose with his people Israel, that he has brought them back to the Land of Israel, and that he continues to love them and work with them. And that we can share in the promises God made to his people Israel in the time of Abraham, if we believe in the Lord Jesus Christ as the coming King of Israel.
In this thought-provoking Bible talk, we explore the nation of Israel as a powerful and enduring witness to the existence and faithfulness of God. Through an expositional journey into Scripture, we examine how the history, the land, and the people of Israel align with outstanding Biblical prophecy.
We trace God's promises from Genesis, through the prophets, and into the modern era, revealing how events like the Balfour Declaration and the rebirth of the State of Israel in 1948 confirm the accuracy of God's Word. We also consider insightful archaeological discoveries from the land itself and the unique preservation of the Jewish people against all odds.
This presentation strengthens our confidence in the Bible as God's inspired message and highlights the wonderful opportunity for all to become part of His promises.
**Chapters:**
00:00 - Introduction
01:02 - Israel: The Nation and Its History
04:44 - The Origin of the Name "Israel"
06:52 - Promises to the Fathers
09:05 - Israel: God's Chosen People
11:21 - Prophecies of Desolation and Regathering
13:00 - The Balfour Declaration of 1917
14:27 - The Dead Sea Scrolls & 1948 Statehood
18:53 - The Prophetic Reading for a New Nation
22:40 - The Land: Archaeological Witness
23:44 - Example 1: Hezekiah's Tunnel
25:03 - Example 2: The Tel Dan Stele
26:44 - The People: A Unique Anomaly
28:52 - A History of Endurance
30:29 - Jeremiah's Prophecy of Preservation
32:46 - The Everlasting Nation
35:08 - Why This Matters: Ephesians 2
37:03 - Becoming Heirs to the Promise
39:34 - Conclusion: Confidence in God's Promises
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**Bible Verses Featured:**
📖 **Genesis & The Fathers:** Genesis 32:24-28, Genesis 35:10-12
💭 **Prophecies & Promises:** Deuteronomy 14:2, Deuteronomy 28:37, Jeremiah 30:11, Jeremiah 31:35-36, Ezekiel 37:21-22, Amos 9:8-15
🌍 **A Light to the Nations:** Isaiah 43:1, 5, 10-12
✝️ **The Gospel Hope:** Ephesians 2:12-13, Galatians 3:29
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]In Genesis 9 we read of the LORD's command for this new creation, who had been preserved in the ark with Noah the 8th person (emblematic of Jesus whose name equals 888 in the Greek - compare 1Peter 3verses20-22); "to replenish (or fill) the earth" with this new creation. The fear and dominion of mankind over the lower creatures would be evident. There was a prohibition of eating food with the blood still in it - as the blood was representing life, which belonged to God. There was also a law reinforcing the penalty due to a murderer. Once more the Almighty covenants that He will never again destroy the earth by a flood. The surety of His promise being seen in the rainbow. The offspring from Noah's 3 sons - Shem, Ham and Japheth - peopled the newly refreshed earth. Unfortunately, Noah became drunk, and it seems was sodomised by his son Ham. Noah pronounced a curse on Ham and spoke of a blessing that would come through his son Shem. Jesus Christ came from the Jewish race -Romans 3verses1-2; 9verses3-5. Shem became the ancestral head of the Semitic and Asiatic people; Ham the progenitor of the African people; and Japheth the forbear of the European race. In Genesis 10 we are told of the 70 nations that came from Noah's 3 sons - Shem, Ham and Japheth - see Moses' comment in Deuteronomy 32verses8. There we are told that the number of nations was determined by the Almighty by the number of Israel's (Jacob's) children, who into Egypt (Genesis 46verses8, 27; see also the Apostle Paul's comments to the Athenians in Acts 17verses26).
Psalm 11 tells of Yahweh being in His holy temple and mankind must understand this gives Him the authority to judge the wicked. Habakkuk gives us the take home message which we must ponder - 2verses14, 20.
In Psalm 12 the psalmist muses, 'Why have the humble vanished and suffered oppression. Surely, the Omnipotent Creator cannot tolerate evil. Surely, He must act for the downtrodden against their oppressors. He gives the assurance that He will rise against them in His faithfulness. In the 13th Psalm the writer personal asks, 'How long will it be till the LORD intervenes in support of the writer. The writer declares that failure on the part of his Sovereign to act is a cause for the wicked to boast and vaunt themselves in the world. We see it constantly, but we can be assured that at the appropriate time judgment will be poured out upon the evil - Acts 17verses30-31.
The judgment mentioned in Matthew 7 refers to critical fault finding in others and not the need to show discernment, which is essential for us to exercise, when we judge righteous judgment as we are commanded to do. The askers will receive; the seekers will find; and to the knockers doors will be opened. Our Lord highlights the golden rule - do to others what you would wish them to do for you.
Striving to please God must characterise the disciple's life. The witness of those professing discipleship will be evidenced in their fruit; without which our Lord Jesus Christ and His Father will fail to recognise
their children. Only doers of the Word and not simply forgetful hearers are grounded and established as faith upon the Rock.
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]In Genesis 7 Noah is instructed as to what numbers of animals he is to take into the newly built ark. Seven pairs of "clean" animals and two pairs of "unclean" animals were to be taken into the ark. And so, what constitutes a clean, or an unclean, beast was known then. The book of Leviticus gives details of this; and comments will be made when dealing with chapter 11 then. The reason for the difference was that the clean beasts would be for food after the flood; but, for the unclean only two breeding pairs were needed. The LORD brought the animals to Noah. He did not have to go out and get them. When the animals boarded the ark, they did so in divinely appointed pairs - the Hebrew says of them, "the man and his wife". They stood in marked contrast to the immoral world which was soon to be inundated by the waters of the coming flood. Seven days later rain came upon the earth for the first time. It was Noah's 600th year. The waters came from above and below. Yahweh shut the door of the ark on Noah, his wife and his 3 sons and their wives; and the gathered animals. No doubt the turmoil outside the ark would have been heard by Noah and his family during the 40 days of overwhelming rain. But nothing could be done for those who had spurned the opportunity afforded them during the 120 years of Noah's preaching. The mountain tops were covered by the rising waters and all flesh of man and beast outside the ark perished. Unless we're in the ark of God's providing - the Lord Jesus Christ - by baptism we will likewise perish in the impending world judgment.
Chapter 8 tells us that the LORD remembered Noah and now began to dry up the waters from the face of the earth. When the water had subsided and the ark came to rest on mount Ararat, in Turkey; Noah sent forth a raven and a dove to determine the conditions outside the ark. He and his family left the ark, which had come to rest on the Day of Atonement. They had been in the ark for more than a year. In verse 17 the command that had first been given to Adam and Eve to replenish the earth, in Genesis 1verses26, was repeated. It was a new beginning, typically a new creation. It spoke of the new creation in the Lord Jesus Christ. Noah sacrificed to God in thanksgiving for their salvation. Yahweh made a Covenant with the human race to never again destroy the earth by a flood and gave the token of the rainbow to confirm that covenant. Read verses 21-22 aloud slowly; and ponder. The greatest lesson of the flood is Noah's great faith and his unshakable trust in the Almighty - see Hebrews 11verses8.
In Psalm 9 the psalmist recounts the wonderful acts of his Sovereign. He exalts in past deliverances God has granted him. Yahweh is enthroned in the heavens and reigns supremely overall. The psalmist encourages his hearers to join with him in praise of their Omnipotent Lord. The nations are dismayed and all the wicked consigned to everlasting destruction in Sheol - the grave. The Psalm concludes with the word "Selah" meaning, "pause and consider". Psalm 10 speaks of the writer's dilemma at the apparent hiding of Himself from His people. The arrogant of the world boast themselves against their Creator. In their pride and ignorance, they see themselves as invincible; and so, they oppress the poor and the weak. The wicked believe God will never rise in judgment against them. But the psalmist implores God to rise in justice and vindicate His name and take up the cause of the downtrodden. Yahweh will arise and support the fatherless and the oppressed (see Psalm 68verses1-6; James 1verses27).
In Matthew 6 Jesus warns against 3 forms of showy piety prevalent amongst the Pharisees of his dayverses conspicuous giving of alms (charity, prayers designed to impress others rather than heartfelt requests to the Father and attention-seeking fasting. Our Lord tells us that the focus of worship must be internal i.e. our relationship with our Father and should ignore anything external that would impress an audience. The chapter points out that charitable deeds must have their focus on the receiver and not the giver - and the reward being future not present. The same attitude must characterise our prayers. Jesus then provides a model prayer in which the honour and reverence for God must be foremost. When His Kingdom is sought and when His will shall be done. Next in the prayer follows petition for needs (not wants), forgiveness
(measured by our capacity to forgive) and deliverance. Advice on fasting, the objective of the treasure we seek, freedom from all anxiety as God knows us loves us and will provide all that we need to bring us into His Kingdom. One day at a time our Father has given us- we leave the worry for tomorrow to Him.
Footnoteverses The Psalms has an introduction in Psalms 1 and 2, and concludes in Psalms 149 and 150. The remaining psalms are divided into 5 books corresponding to the 5 books of the Pentateuch - Genesis,
Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy. The themes in the psalms in each of these books are reflective of the themes and lessons of those books of the Pentateuch.
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css="" css_animation="none"]In this Series, we aim to bring perspective to matters of current news items from a Biblical viewpoint. Whether Prophecy or Moral and Social issues, we highlight Biblical instruction relating to those breaking stories on the world stage.
A @Christadelphians Video: **Description:**
In this thought-provoking and insightful episode, we respond to the tragic events at Bondi Beach, exploring the deep and special bond between Christadelphians and God's chosen people, Israel. Join us for an outstanding, expositional look at our shared hope, the prophetic significance of current events, and our message of solidarity and hope for the Jewish nation.
**Chapters:**
00:00 - Introduction & Welcome
00:29 - The Christadelphian Watchman's Response
00:45 - Our Special Bond with the Jewish People
01:38 - 📖 John 4:22 | Mourning and Shared Grief
02:57 - Understanding Suffering & God's Purpose
03:23 - 📖 Jeremiah 16:16 | A Call to Return
03:50 - 📖 Job 19:21-25 | The Redeemer Lives
04:06 - 📖 Romans 11:24-35 | Spiritual & Natural Branches
04:21 - A Message of Solidarity and Hope
05:12 - Conclusion & Blessing
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**Bible Verses Referenced:**
📖 John 4:22
📖 John 10:22
📖 Jeremiah 16:16
📖 Job 19:21-25
📖 Romans 11:24-35
**Tags:**
Christadelphian, Watchman Report, Israel, Jewish People, Solidarity, Bible Prophecy, Bondi Tragedy, Hope in Scripture, God's Chosen People, Messiah, Faith, Current Events from a Biblical View, Christian Doctrine, Bible Study
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