Does Isaiah 17 prophesy the imminent destruction of Syria?
This is an updated version of an older article, that I thought was relevant to repost in light of the potential looming US attack of the Assad regime in Damascus. “Behold, Damascus is about to be removed from being a city, and it will become a fallen ruin.” —Isaiah 17:1
Reports that America and England are preparing for an attack on the Assad regime
First this news story from the UK Telegraph: Navy ready to launch first strike on Syria. For the past several months, in working on my forthcoming film project, I’ve travelled extensively throughout the Middle East and have sat down with numerous Christian, Jewish and Muslim leaders. I recently had the opportunity to sit down with […]
The Faith and Liberty Talk Show: The Goals of Islam
Several weeks back, just after returning from Turkey, I had the opportunity to appear as a guest on the Faith and Liberty Talk Show with Dave Garrison. It felt as though it was a very good discussion. I had the chance to discuss Islam and its goals, as well as share a bit about my […]
Egyptian Churches burn as the Muslim Brotherhood shows its true face
I have been receiving multiple reports from friends in Egypt. While some of the western media has reported that Christian churches and shops are being burned, most seem to only be emphasizing the military response to the so-called peaceful Muslim Brotherhood protestors. While the brotherhood spokesman Gehad El-Haddad wrote on his Twitter: “We will always […]
Revolution: Israel, Islam, & The Gospel at the End of the Age (Teasers #2)
I’m pleased to be able to share a few short teaser clips from some of the interviews that we’ve conducted for our forthcoming film: Revolution: Israel, Islam and the Gospel at the End of the Age. Please continue to pray that all of our financial needs are covered, and we are able to finish the […]
Revolution: Israel, Islam, & The Gospel at the End of the Age (Teaser Clips #1)
I’m pleased to be able to share a few short teaser clips from some of the interviews that we’ve conducted for our forthcoming film: Revolution: Israel, Islam and the Gospel at the End of the Age. Please continue to pray that all of our financial needs are covered, and we are able to finish the […]
Joel Richardson’s visit with Adnan Oktar, June 14, 2013
During my recent trip to Istanbul, I had the opportunity to visit a second time with the Turkish author and television personality, Adnan Oktar. The meeting, which can be watched below, has been edited quite heavily. During our visit, as is my obligation and joy, I invited Mr. Oktar to leave Islam and become a […]
Film Update from Turkey
I’m pleased to share the first update for my forthcoming documentary film project. Please pass it around and share it amongst your various networks. We continue to have some significant financial needs to complete the film. If you are able to give toward the project in small or more significant ways, there are presently two […]
So I went to an Erdogan rally…
And it turns out that he shares my fine sense of style: As a qualifier: I was not at the event to support PM Erdogan, but simply to report on what I observed. And I do not believe that I have any genuine sense of style. But on a very serious note, please do pray […]
Update from Taksim Square
An update from myself and Dalton Thomas of Frontier Alliance International
First Hand Report From the Clashes in Turkey
Joel Richardson For the past twelve years, I’ve maintained a keen interest in the future of the nation of Turkey, writing frequently over the years about the re-emergence of this nation as a regional leader. My particular interest has been how all of this relates to the testimony of the Biblical prophets and how it […]
Film Update
Hello friends, The documentary project continues… One of the interviews we conducted earlier this year was with a friend who is an underground church planter and pastor in Iran. It was a very powerful interview. One of the stories that he shared, I need to pass on to you all. My friend—let’s call […]
Heartbeat of Heaven
The image above is from the Cave Church at Mokattam Mountain in Cairo, Egypt. On my recent trip to Cairo, I was blessed to participate in an all night prayer meeting there on Pentecost. There were other opportunities for some sweet times of worship with the believers in Cairo as well. One of the worship […]
Stratfor’s Analysis of Turkey’s Uprisings and Future
I frequently read Stratfor’s analysis, as they are among the most informed and foreword thinking. Here they discuss the present unrest in Turkey and what it means for the future of the nation: The rapid escalation of anti-government protests in Turkey in recent days has exposed a number of long-dormant fault lines in the country’s […]
Is a “Turkish Spring” next?
For the past week, protests that initially began to contest a construction project in Istanbul’s Taksim Square have become violent, turning largely into anti-government protests. According to news reports, the protestors are opposed to the present Islamist, increasingly authoritarian regime led by Prime Minister Erdogan. Some are thus asking if this could develop into a […]
Bring back the Ottoman Empire
Ten years ago when I began trumpeting the Biblically prophesied reality that the Middle East would one day experience another period of Turkish domination, the idea was largely ignored. Beyond this, the mere mention of the word “Caliphate” by then-President Bush was outright mocked by many in the liberal media. But little by little the […]
Two Turkish Projects
First, there is this from the Turkish Hurriyet Daily News: The groundbreaking ceremony for Istanbul’s controversial $3 billion third bridge over the Bosphorus was held yesterday, on the 560th anniversary of Istanbul’s conquest by the Ottomans. The ceremony was attended by Turkish President Abdullah Gül and Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, and the name of […]
Historian: Obama helping to resurrect Ottoman Empire?
Interesting piece by Robert Kaplan at Gatestone Institute. I disagree that Germany is behind Turkey’s regional expansion of power. But I can only agree that the US, particularly under the present administration has done much to further Turkey’s regional goals.
Update and Prayer Requests
I’ve just returned from a few weeks of traveling in Israel, Egypt and Jordan along with a small camera crew. We are presently working on a very important project that I will be announcing in more detail in the weeks and months ahead. Needless to say, we had the opportunity to visit with the believers […]
Dalton Thomas and Joel Richardson in Cairo: The Arab Spring and the Gospel of the Kingdom
The Arab Spring and the Gospel of the Kingdom from Frontier Alliance International on Vimeo.
Dr. Furnish on Mahdism in Africa
Another excellent, albeit brief article on Mahdist belief in Africa… Read it at the Research on Islam and Muslims in Africa blog.
Dr. Furnish Analyzes Pew Research Study
As always, Dr. Furnish has written an excellent analysis of the Pew Research firm’s most recent survey of Muslim opinions and views. I would encourage all interested to read the article at ZenPundit.
Joel Richardson on Jewish Voice Today with Jonathan Bernis
I recently had the opportunity to sit down with Messianic Rabbi Jonathan Bernis of Jewish Voice Today to discuss my latest book Mideast Beast.
Boston Bombers: Expecting the Mahdi
Well, surprise, surprise. It has now become quite clear that the two brothers who committed the terrorist attack in Boston this past week were not merely radical Muslims, but Mahdists as well. This is to say that at least part of their worldview was formed by Islamic eschatological expectation concerning the Mahdi. In a video […]
Cry Out for Iran, Kansas City, April 22-23
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Persecution in Iran: A few words from Pastor Hormuz Shariat
From Hormuz Shariat: Iran Alive Ministries The recent arrest of my relative, Saeed Abedini, has brought global attention to the oppressive persecution of Christians in Iran, which you have likely seen via Fox News, CNN, ACLJ and other media. Saeed is married to my niece, Naghmeh, whom I led to the Lord several years ago. […]
One Hope One Boast Conference: Now Available to Watch Online
I wanted to encourage everyone who was not able to attend or to watch the One Hope. One Boast. Conference via the web-stream to check out the archives. This was an amazing conference taught by some of my favorite brothers in the whole earth. All sessions are now fully available to watch on the Daniel […]
Upcoming Spring Events
April 18-20, 2013 Daniel Training Institute Annual Conference Featured speakers: Joel Richardson, John Harrigan, Jacob Stone, Joshua Hawkins, Hans Kim, Tim M., Bill Scofield, Dave Horsman, Stephen Holmes, Jeremy Johnston, and Richee Parks Bethany Church 6900 Auto Club Rd. Bloomington, MN 55438 April 23, 2013 Farsi Intensive(April 22-27) IHOP KC Multipurpose Room Red Bridge Road, […]
Egypt and Sudan: The emerging “King of the South” alliance?
Egyptian President Mohammad Morsi and Sudanese President Omar Al-Bashir have met together to declare bilateral relations between their two countries. You can read about these meetings at Front Page Magazine here. Ahram online also reported on the meeting here. Both leaders rose to power through the support of the Muslim Brotherhood within their respective nations. […]
“Gate to Hell” discovered in Turkey
Joel Richardson WND A significant recent archeological discovery in western Turkey may hold a prophetic hint as to the nation from which the Antichrist will someday burst forth onto the world scene. According to a recent report by Fox News, archeologists have uncovered the ancient “gate to hell.” Not literally, of course, but rather they’ve […]
