The long-standing goal of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan to establish his country as the leading Islamist political, cultural and military power in the Middle East as a stepping stone toward resurrecting the Ottoman Empire has been well documented.
This week, some progress appeared to be made toward that goal when the EFES-2026 Combined Joint Live-Fire Field Exercise took place along the Aegean coast near İzmir, involving large land, naval and air forces from the Turkish military alongside contingents from 50 other countries, including Syria and Libya.
The live-fire component of the drills took place in the İzmir Gulf and Doğanbey training ranges, with dozens of ships, tanks, infantry battalions and aircraft maneuvering, firing and communicating in close proximity.
The Libyan contingent included 331 fighters from the country’s eastern forces and 171 fighters from the western region, marching together under a single Libyan flag despite their lingering rivalry after years of civil war.
Turkey has spent several years attempting to form a joint force from units on both sides while providing training and logistical support.
For Israeli analysts, however, the Syrian participation may have been the most significant development.
Forces from the Al-Jolani (Al-Sharaa) regime in Syria were among the smallest delegations, with only 50 soldiers. But the contingent carries political and diplomatic weight far beyond its modest size, marking the first time forces from the newly formed “Syrian National Army” have operated outside Syrian territory. The fact that they are doing so under Turkish auspices rather than American leadership is being viewed as a signal about both the intentions and capabilities of the al-Jolani regime.
Israel is watching these developments closely. Al-Jolani’s regime is viewed in Jerusalem as a “not unfriendly” regional power and a potential ally against Hezbollah and the Iranian regime, while Turkey under Erdoğan is increasingly seen as a deeply hostile opponent of Israel with openly stated ambitions of “liberating Jerusalem.”
Ankara’s growing influence, not only in the Middle East but also in Europe and Africa, is viewed in Israel as an increasingly worrying development.
I am confident that students of Biblical prophecy have noted the prominent mention of ancient regions corresponding to modern-day Turkey, Persia (modern-day Iran) and Libya in the coalition of nations that come against Israel, described in the prophecies of Ezekiel chapters 38-39.
I believe this will be the next major Biblical prophesied end-times event. So watch for it, and use it in your evangelism of family, friends and workmates.
Derek Richard Walker is the pastor of the Oxford Bible Church in the UK. The title of the video is what caught my attention. I have never watched any of Walker’s videos before but I am glad I watched this one. Why? Because there can be no doubt that one of the most important Biblical end times battles yet to take place is the imminent invasion of Israel as outlined in Ezekiel 38 and 39.
We need to watch for it, as what happens can only be from God, so it will be one of the greatest validations of God and the Bible. Therefore, it will be a tremendous opportunity for evangelism and many will come to Christ at this time.
This talk by Derek Richard Walker delves into the historical and current geopolitical alignments that are fulfilling these ancient prophecies. Discover the implications for believers and the potential for a worldwide revival triggered by divine intervention. A must-watch for those interested in eschatology and the role of nations in the end times. I do not agree with Walker on the following aspects of Walkers end times timeline but certainly agree with his comments about the opportunity the outcome of the battle will provide Christians to evangelise.
The Muslim nations, Turkey, Iran, Ethiopia/Sudan, Libya will definitely be involved in this coming battle against Israel but I am not sure about Russia. Walker also believes in a Pretribulation Rapture which I do not. After the present war with the USA and Israel I cannot see Iran being a major player in this war against Israel. Turkey the goat of Daniel 8 will be the major player.
Joel does a good job of explaining why God has given us incredible detail of Jesus Millennial Temple and how it impacts the world during the 1000 year transition period between Satan’s rule on planet earth and the new Heaven and new Earth of Revelation 21. Beginning in Genesis, Joel explains why the temple needs to exist in Jesus Millennial reign on this Earth. It is based on two realities: 1. The dwelling of God with man, and 2. The Davidic Covenant.
Two important scriptures are 2 Samuel 7:13 and Zechariah 6:11-13. There is no doubt about who will build the temple. It won’t appear magically it will be built. There will be many construction projects as Israel and the world is rebuilt after the devastation caused during the time God’s wrath is poured out on an unrepentant world.. The resurrected Saints will be busy ruling and reigning with Jesus. Moreover, as difficult as this is to comprehend they rule with a rod of iron.
“He (Jesus) shall build a house for my name, and I will establish the throne of his kingdom forever.” 2 Samuel 7:13
“Take from them silver and gold, and make a crown, and set it on the head of Joshua, the son of Jehozadak, the high priest. And say to him, ‘Thus says the Lord of hosts, “Behold, the man whose name is the Branch: for he shall branch out from his place, and he shall build the temple of the Lord.It is he who shall build the temple of the Lord and shall bear royal honor, and shall sit and rule on his throne. And there shall be a priest on his throne, and the counsel of peace shall be between them both.” Zechariah 6:11-13
As I mentioned, the detail that is given on the temple is incredible. The river that begins under the temple is amazing in how it transforms the Dead Sea to be filled with all kinds of fish. The trees on either side of the river bear fruit every month and the leaves are for healing.
“And on the banks, on both sides of the river, there will grow all kinds of trees for food. Their leaves will not wither, nor their fruit fail, but they will bear fresh fruit every month, because the water for them flows from the sanctuary. Their fruit will be for food, and their leaves for healing.”Ezekiel 40:12
With New Zealand gangs at war with each other and the police, it’s an environment that historically has been filled with trauma, addiction, violence, and suicide. As an ex-gang member turned pastor, Lucky Te Koha leads us into the world of Black Power and the Mongrel Mob as he attempts to bring healing into these infamous gangs. Only God can produce a change for good that we now see in Lucky’s life.
Make sure you share this powerful testimony. It will change lives. From Black Power to a Disciple of Jesus – a powerful transformation.
At Rededicate 250, Secretary of State Marco Rubio said, 250 years ago, our forefathers gathered for a national day of fasting and prayer. Americans are coming together again as one Nation under God. This is who we are and who we’ve always been.
The Secretary of State, appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate, is the President’s chief foreign affairs adviser. The Secretary carries out the President’s foreign policies through the State Department, which includes the Foreign Service, Civil Service and U.S. Agency for International Development.
Under the leadership of the President and Secretary of State, the U.S. Department of State leads America’s foreign policy through diplomacy, advocacy, and assistance by advancing the interests of the American people, their safety and economic prosperity.
On behalf of the American people we promote and demonstrate democratic values and advance a free, peaceful, and prosperous world, Marco Rubio said.
Trump with his selection of Rubio and the rest of his management team has been an influence for God and therefore good in the world. God is in control of what leaders are appointed in each country and for Christians who understand the intensity of the spiritual battle that is waging as we approach the end times when Jesus returns to end Satan’s reign, it is obvious that Satan intended to remove Trump with the assassination attempts and that God supernaturally saved him when the assassins bullet clipped Trump’s ear.
Folks we are in the Biblical prophesied end times and we need to be watching for the other prophesied signs. Famine is one of the major signs and it is fast approaching. Watch as America’s water reserves dry up. In my own country, because of a lack of fertilizers Australia is forecasting a decline in crop production. Also frequency and intensity of earthquakes.
We know what is coming so we need to use this information in our efforts to evangelise family, friends and workmates.
U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has said the military has intensified operations against Islamic State militants in Nigeria, citing concerns about attacks on Christians in the country.
Speaking during a Cabinet meeting hosted by President Donald Trump at the White House, Hegseth said the president had directed the Defense Department to focus on protecting Christians in Nigeria, where they make up roughly half the population. “Maybe a year ago, [the president] heard the call of Nigerian Christians who were being targeted and killed by ISIS. … And he said, ‘Pete, I want the War Department to focus on ensuring that we do everything we can to protect those Christians,’” Hegseth said.
Hegseth said intelligence gathered during the campaign had contributed to the deaths of “hundreds” of Islamic State fighters. He concluded by praising Trump’s role in directing the effort. “There’s a lot of things we do … and a lot of things the president empowers the department to do on behalf of the American people that he deserves great credit for,” Hegseth said.
Nigeria has faced years of violence from multiple armed groups, including Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP), Boko Haram, criminal gangs, and Fulani militant groups. Christian advocacy organizations have frequently raised concerns about attacks targeting Christian communities, while analysts note that both Christians and Muslims have been victims of the country’s insecurity.
Hegseth said that over the past month, U.S. forces had killed a senior Islamic State commander. “And, over the past month — and there hasn’t been much coverage of this — we killed ISIS’ No. 2 [commander], who was most responsible for killing Christians and trying to target the U.S. homeland,” he said.
On May 16, U.S. Africa Command (AFRICOM) announced that U.S. forces had conducted an operation against Islamic State elements in northeastern Nigeria at the direction of the president and defense secretary.
According to AFRICOM, an initial assessment found that multiple militants were killed, including Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, described as the Islamic State’s director of global operations, along with other senior leaders. “The command’s initial assessment is that multiple terrorists, to include Abu-Bilal al-Minuki, the director of global operations for ISIS, as well as other senior ISIS leaders, were killed during this operation. No U.S. service members were harmed,” the statement said.
It is difficult to argue against the premise that God has used Trump for His purposes.
“And there is salvation in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given among men by which we must be saved.”Acts 4:12
The urgent need for all people to see Jesus clearly is revealed in verse 12, “there is no other name.” The world must know about this Saviour because there is no other way to be saved by God. Jesus is not one option among many. He’s the only one who is able to fully rescue and save through his perfect life, sacrificial death, and triumphant resurrection.
And that conviction that there is no other name leads to courage. It wasn’t that long before this that Peter had denied Jesus three times in the lead-up to his crucifixion. And yet now, filled by the Spirit, with a clear conviction that Jesus is the only way, Peter stands with courage.
The council are already astonished by the boldness of Peter in verse 13. But because everyone in Jerusalem knows about the healing, they decide to silence them instead, demanding that they cease speaking and teaching “in the name of Jesus” (Acts 4:17).
They can no longer remain silent. They’ve seen too much. They’ve heard too much. It only leads to further courage in verse 20, “for we cannot but speak.” They are compelled by conviction. Not by fear. Not by pressure. Not by guilt. Not by technique. Their clear convictions about Jesus compels them to courageously proclaim the name of Jesus, no matter the cost.
The same pattern continues in Acts 5. More signs and wonders. More opposition. More demands to stop speaking about Jesus. But after being flogged and beaten, they rejoice that they were “counted worthy to suffer dishonour for the name” and they “did not cease” talking about Jesus.
Their continued clarity, conviction, and courage to proclaim “there is no other name” (Acts 4:12) led to this repeated result: “many of those who had heard the word believed” (Acts 4:4).
God’s Spirit can empower that same clarity, conviction, and courage in us today. That courage is needed even more today as we know from God’s Word that tribulation, even great tribulation, precedes Jesus return to rescue Israel and to restore righteousness.
Many assume that the 144,000 in Revelation are going to be evangelists on the earth but the biblical text reveals in Revelation 7 and 14 that they are a “first fruits” group of Jews and they are seen before the throne of God, not on earth.
This study explores the remnant of Israel, the first fruits group, the meaning of the tribulation, great tribulation, the wrath of God and the rapture, the eternal hope of believers. God’s wrath is poured out with the Trumpet and Bowl judgements at the trumpet blast with the opening of the seventh seal. Discover how the Kingdom of God, redemption, and faithfulness to the Messiah are connected to one of the most debated prophecies in Scripture.
Australia’s Christian freedoms are under quiet but measurable threat — and a landmark new index is sounding the alarm with evidence, urgency, and a 42-point blueprint for action.
The Australian Christian Freedom Index is the first systematic audit of its kind — measuring the legislative, institutional, social and cultural pressures on Christian belief and expression across Australia. Drawing on documented cases, a review of the statute books across nine jurisdictions, and the responses of more than 10,000 Australians, the inaugural 2025 report maps where freedom is being eroded, which institutions are most at risk, and what can be done about it.
Helping with the inaugural launch, Australian Christian Lobby CEO Michelle Pierce described its findings as both “sobering and concerning.” “Workplaces emerged as one of the most hostile environments, particularly in education and healthcare.” For example, “only 8% of Christians working in healthcare felt safe to openly share their Christian beliefs.” In other words, Peirce said, “92% of Christians working in healthcare don’t feel safe to do so.” “This is not about Christians claiming victimhood. This is about defending the freedoms that allow our society to flourish.” Such as, the ACL boss said, “Freedom of belief, freedom of speech, freedom of conscience and freedom of association.” “We constantly hear that tolerance and inclusivity are the highest of Australian values, but increasingly, inclusivity seems to stop at the point of including Christians.” In effect, Pierce argued, there is something really wrong if Christians cannot speak freely, in a free society, without fear of “intimidation, lawfare or professional punishment.” Noting the 42 recommendations, Pierce explained that this is why the Australian Christian Freedom Index’s report exists. As such, she continued, the ACFI is asking for “conscience protections for medical professionals, and the restoration of religious hiring protections for faith-based institutions.” Pierce added that the coalition is asking for “reforms to anti-discrimination and conversion therapy laws, and positive protections of fundamental freedoms in Australian law.” This could be through a referendum to attach a bill of rights to the constitution, or through a “freedoms act.” “Freedom,” Peirce concluded, “is not a threat to social cohesion. It is the foundation of it.”
Response of Christian Leadersto Australian Christian Freedom Index
“The importance of the free exercise of religion to Australia’s social fabric has historically been uncontroversial. People of all faiths and none once recognised the contribution of Christianity to Australia’s laws and customs, and of religious believers to Australian society more generally, and were content to let people of faith practice their beliefs without interference from state or society. I congratulate the authors of the Australian Christian Freedom Index for bringing to light recent attempts to minimise the role of faith in everyday life and exclude it altogether from the public square.”Most Rev. Anthony Fisher OP Catholic Archbishop of Sydney
“The inaugural Australian Christian Freedom Index deserves a wide readership, especially among parliamentarians and religious leaders. Despite its title, it is not sectarian, but carefully analyses the erosion of freedoms in our country over forty years or more. Like the frog in the pot, most Australians are not aware of the diminution of religious freedom, but this careful and comprehensive analysis provides ample evidence that we must speak up against this demise in our country, “humbly relying on the blessing of Almighty God”, which our Constitution implores us to do.” The Rt. Rev. Dr Glenn N Davies Former Archbishop of Sydney, Anglican Church
“This study complements a growing body of research examining discrimination and vilification directed at Jewish, Muslim, and other religious minority communities in Australia. By documenting the experiences of Christians in a systematic and evidence-based manner, this report ensures that their experiences are neither overlooked nor treated as exceptional, but are situated appropriately within a shared framework of equal dignity, freedom of conscience, and mutual respect that underpins Australia’s constitutional order.” Professor Nicholas Aroney Professor of Constitutional Law, University of Queensland
“Australia is a country blessed with many freedoms and opportunities. However, we are now experiencing a winding back of many of the freedoms that we have enjoyed. I commend those involved in assembling the Australian Christian Freedom Index as an articulation of the threats to freedom we now face. It is a well-researched and superbly crafted document. While recommending it to Christian leaders and everyday believers, I particularly commend the Index to those in political leadership, that they may work to ensure that religious freedom is protected in our nation.”Most Rev. Julian Porteous, Catholic Archbishop Emeritus of Hobart
Read what Jesus said the world will be like prior to His return to restore righteousness. We are living in the prophesied last days before Jesus returns. Next on God’s agenda for planet Earth is Jesus Millennial Kingdom. If you want to prepare for that age go to http://www.millennialkingdom.net
“Then they will deliver you up to tribulation and put you to death, and you will be hated by all nations for my name’s sake. And then many will fall away and betray one another and hate one another. And many false prophets will arise and lead many astray. And because lawlessness will be increased, the love of many will grow cold. But the one who endures to the end will be saved. And this gospel of the kingdom will be proclaimed throughout the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come.”Matthew 24:9-14
What do continent-spanning rock layers, vast erosion surfaces, and even fossilized raindrops reveal about Earth’s past? The evidence raises deeper questions about how these features formed—and whether slow processes are enough to explain what we see beneath our feet.
Could a single, global catastrophe account for sedimentary layers, shifting continents, and the Ice Age itself? Dr Robert Carter examines the evidence, connecting geology, fossils, and ocean processes to a radically different interpretation of Earth’s history.
Robert Carter obtained his PhD in Marine Biology at the University of Miami. He successfully completed this program in 2003 with a dissertation on “Cnidarian Fluorescent Proteins.” While in Miami, he studied the genetics of pigmentation in corals and other invertebrates, designed and built an aquaculture facility for Caribbean corals, performed well over 500 SCUBA dives, many of them at night, and licensed a spin-off product of his research (a patented fluorescent protein) to a biotech company.
I am an avid supporter of Dr Carter. He is a prolific writer on evidence for a young earth and the inerrancy of the Bible. He is a great Teacher and enjoys that role so I am sure God will use him in that role in Jesus coming Millennial Kingdom. Do you know what is next on God’s agenda for planet Earth? Even more important are you preparing for it? Go to http://www.millennialkingdom.net to know more about Jesus Millennial reign on this Earth.
📙 Biblical Geology 101 is an excellent resource for helping people to see geology through the lens of Scripture—and particularly the global Flood described in Genesis. To find out more about the book, or to purchase it, visit: creation.com/117bg101
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