Despite severe persecution, the revival in Iran continues!
Joel Richardson WND As calls from many in the West continue at an almost rhythmic pace for military action against the nation of Iran, another rhythm, this one within that nation, continues to increase in both its speed and intensity. I am speaking of the unparalleled historical Christian revival sweeping through the ancient land of […]
The Qur’an Dilemma
As I travel and speak at various events, one of the most common requests I receive is regarding what books I recommend to give to Muslim friends or co-workers. Of course the first book I always recommend is a gift edition of the New Testament or the whole Bible. There is simply nothing more powerful […]
Hope of Israel Convocation, Kansas City
I’d like to encourage everyone who is able to consider attending the Hope of Israel Conference Friday, February 22, at 7:00 PM – Saturday, February 23, 2013 at 11:00 PM (CST). The event is sponsored by the Pilgrimage of Kansas City and will feature the following speakers: Reggie Kelly, Dalton Thomas, Travis Bennett, Bryan Purtle, […]
Muhammad Morsi in 2010: Jews are “bloodsuckers… the descendants of apes and pigs”
First of all, I don’t believe for a second that the US government had not seen this prior to throwing support behind him and his election. And yet, despite the fact that the rant below is no different than any of the most vile lectures given by Osama Bin Laden, the US government is set […]
On the rebuilding of the Jewish Temple
There is an interesting dynamic that takes place when you listen to many of the comments made by Christians who identify themselves as Zionists, or supporters of Israel and the Jewish people, when signs of a rebuilt Jewish Temple are discussed. Quite frequently, their comments are overly negative. Because there is the Scripturally-based expectation that […]
Egyptian Cleric: When the Mahdi Comes, “Not a Single Jew Will Be Left on the Face of the Earth”
The Prophet Muhammad said: “Judgment Day will come only when the Muslims fight the Jews and kill them, until the Jew hides behind the tree and the stone, and the tree and the stone say: ‘Oh Muslim, oh servant of Allah , there is a Jew behind me, come and kill him’ – except for […]
A request for our friends in the DC / Maryland area…
I’d like to take a break from the regular cycle of Islam and eschatology all the time to send out a personal and perhaps slightly awkward request. Propriety requires that I am vague. In brief, my wife and I have a very dear friend who lives in the DC / Maryland area who has been […]
Islamic Antichrist: A summary in Dutch
For those who speak Dutch or have Dutch friends with whom you would like to share a summary of the Islamic Antichrist book, a generous brother has taken the time to create the following file to share: Antichrist – de Islamitische Messias
Washington’s misplaced support for Turkey’s Erdogan
I would like to call my readers attention to a man named Luke Montgomery. Montgomery lived in the Middle East for over a decade, holds an MA in Linguistics, speaks fluent Turkish and writes on foreign policy, religion and culture. Montgomery is one of those rare commentators out there who truly “gets it” concerning the […]
The Antichrist in Muhammad
Andrew M. Greenwell The following article is the first in a series featured on the Roman Catholic site Catholic Online (www.catholic.com). I have found all of Mr. Greenwell’s articles to be trenchant, compassionate and yet filled with conviction.
Islam and the End Times Part II DVD Study Guide
A very generous brother has taken the time to create an excellent accompanying Study Guide for the Islam & The End Time (Part II) DVD set. This Study Guide is perfect for group or personal studies. Click below to download the free file: Islam & End Times II Study Guide
Welcome baby Ruby!
On behalf of my whole family, we are so blessed to announce the birth of our daughter, Ruby. She is 6 pounds, healthy and beautiful. I would also like to thank those of you who, over these past two years, have blessed us and helped to make it happen through your prayers, words of encouragement […]
What does the Bible say about a future Palestinian state?
Joel Richardson WND On November 29, 2012, 138 nations passed U.N. Resolution 67/19 on “The Question of Palestine”. The resolution expresses support for the right of “the Palestinian people… to their independent State of Palestine”.
Is Prophecy Being Fulfilled in Egypt?
Joel Richardson WND On February 11, 2011, addressing the success of Egypt’s revolution that he himself had enthusiastically supported, President Barack Obama stood in the Grand Foyer of the White House and triumphantly declared, “The people of Egypt have spoken, their voices have been heard, and Egypt will never be the same.”
Gog as Antichrist: A Historical Survey
Joel Richardson The primary purpose of this article is to catalogue a partial list of historians, Bible scholars, commentators, and teachers, both Jewish and Christian, whose interpretations of “Gog of Magog” of Ezekiel 38-39 support the view that Gog is one and the same with the Antichrist / Beast of the New Testament. We will […]
The anti-Semitic Bizarro World of Turkey’s Prime Minister Erdogan
Joel Richardson WND In early October, when a single mortar shell launched from Syria missed its target and reached Turkey’s borders, Turkish Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan, was enraged. In referring to the mere possibility of an attack launched from within Syria, Erdogan declared, “If there is a terror operation, if an irritant, emerges, then intervention […]
What Kind of People Are We?
A guest post from my friend Robert Sievers. Robert’s blog is Unraveling Islam The more I investigate Islam, the more spiritual reversals come leaping to the forefront. Sometimes these theological inversions are incredibly profound, and teaching me something new about Christ I had not seen before. Sometimes they teach me something about myself.
The Beginning of Birth Pangs & the Timing of Matthew 24
Joel Richardson Among the many controversial and highly debated portions of Scripture, Matthew 24, most often referred to as “The Olivet Discourse,” or alternately, “The Olivet Prophecy,” is certainly close to the top of the list. The debate primarily swirls around the timing of the fulfillment of the prophecy. What time period was Jesus referring […]
The Kansas City Prophetical School
Announcing the Kansas City Prophetical School. KCPS exists as a series of open meetings and convocations with the purpose of exalting Jesus Christ and mining precious truths from the Word of God concerning the critical issues of our time. We are especially focused on equipping the saints with understanding from the prophetic Scriptures regarding Israel, […]
Many will run to and fro, and knowledge shall be increased…
One of my favorite portions of Scripture to study the past couple of years has been The Book of Daniel. To this end, I’ve acquired a substantial library of commentaries on Daniel. For my fellow bibliophiles, I snapped a pic and inserted it at bottom of this post. So recently, I acquired a copy of […]
Ezekiel 38 & 39: The Need for a Consistent Hermeneutic
Joel Richardson The purpose of this paper is to discuss a common exegetical error made in the interpretation and identification of the peoples and places mentioned within various Biblical prophecies. While this error is common in the interpretation of many Biblical prophecies, it is most pronounced in the popular exegesis of Ezekiel 38 & 39. […]
A Christian Response to the Obama Victory
Joel Richardson WND Note: Some of the following commentary has understandably offended some folks, including Christians, because of its “tone”. While the primary underlying message of the article is entirely serious, please recognize that some portions were intended to be playfully over-the-top in their politically charged rhetoric. These comments should not be taken too seriously. […]
Daniel 11: The Key to Unlock The Prophecies of Daniel
The following are my raw notes from a recent teaching on Daniel 11. Although there is much that could be added to this, I pray that it is never-the-less beneficial and edifying to you all. Blessings, Joel
Point of View Interview with Kerby Anderson
I had the opportunity today to visit with Kerby Anderson of the Point of View Radio Talk Show. Click here to listen to the full interview.
Rosh: Russia or Chief?
How advances in modern Hebrew scholarship are revolutionizing our understanding of biblical prophecy Joel Richardson For centuries, controversy and debate has swirled amongst Biblical scholars concerning how to properly translate and interpret the Hebrew word rosh as found in the Oracle of Gog of Magog, Ezekiel 38 & 39. Some scholars have argued that rosh […]
Building a Throne in the Middle East
By Albert Thompson military historian, defense and foreign policy analyst, and WND staff commentator. The Turkish AK Party is on the verge of altering the balance of power in the Middle East. Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan could soon be recognized as the most powerful man in the region.
A Critique of the Preterist Interpretation of Daniel 2 & 7
In the second chapter of the Book of Daniel, we’re introduced to King Nebuchadnezzar’s dream of a massive metallic statue: “You saw, O king, and behold, a great image. This image, mighty and of exceeding brightness, stood before you, and its appearance was frightening. The head of this image was of fine gold, its chest […]
Mockery & Honor: Muhammad & Jesus
By Roland Clarke In a bid to defuse escalating violence over mockery of Muhammad, CNN quoted Salman Shaikh, a brilliant Muslim commentator, “The mindless and criminal actions of a few in Libya, Egypt, Tunisia, Yemen and elsewhere, which have already led to the deaths of innocents, threaten to do a great deal of harm and […]
Gog of Magog: Destroyed on the Mountains of Israel?
Joel Richardson In several previous articles, I have argued that the infamous “Gog” and his hordes of Ezekiel 38-39, are one and the same as the Antichrist / Beast figure of the New Testament and other Old Testament passages. Of course, many students and teachers of prophecy disagree with this view. Among the primary arguments […]
Gog of Magog and the Great Earthquake
Joel Richardson In several previous articles, I’ve set forth various reasons why we should recognize “Gog” of Ezekiel 38,39 to be one and the same with the Antichrist/Beast of other antichristic prophecies. I have also addressed and dispelled some of the most common arguments against this view. In this article, I will detail yet […]
