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Destroying The Temple Mount

Published: May 23, 2009
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Your explanation concerning the destruction of the Temple Mount when the Mount of Olives is divided makes perfect sense. All the pieces of the puzzle fit together and the river flowing from the south side of the Temple into the valley makes it impossible for the puzzle to be resolved in any other way.

Yet, I don’t see any other teacher of prophecy arriving at a similar conclusion. They all talk about the Third Temple being on Temple Mount (although they stumble at what to do with the Muslim structures and the river flowing from the south side of the Temple (which they do not so much as mention).

So, I have to ask — Scripture is so clear, so explicit, how is it that only you interpret the plain words in that way? Are there not any other teachers who have arrived at the same conclusions?

What about the geology of the Jerusalem area? I have read that there is a clearly visible fault line across the Olivet from east to west, and I understand that it is part of the African Rift Valley. It should be apparent, or discoverable, as it runs across Jerusalem north of Temple Mount toward the Sea. So, where are the other witnesses of this clear phenomenon?


Explaining Our Absence

Published: May 23, 2009
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Many books and films have been created detailing what life might be like after the Rapture has occurred, and what explanations could be advanced for the disappearance of millions of people worldwide.

Apparently, the opponents of the Hadron Collider feared that this device would create a massive black hole which would destroy everything and everybody. Supposing they activated this device and the Rapture took place. The explanation might be that instead of creating one huge black hole, it created millions of mini black holes at random all over the earth. Those who were “taken” happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. I understand that this device is planned for activation this Fall. Any thoughts?


King of Tyre Or Satan?

Published: May 21, 2009
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Thank you for your web site. What a great ministry! Would you comment on Eze 28:12 – 19? Is God speaking through the prophet to the king of Tyre or Satan?


Are We Gaining Or Losing?

Published: May 20, 2009
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Thank you so very much for answering questions so quickly!I love your site and if I miss even one day, I feel disconnected. So I’m always reading your site!

I do have one question though: I keep reading that, in the Middle East, Christian numbers are falling. Are we losing or gaining in numbers? They say that if a country use to have 20%, they now have only 2%. Should I be concerned about this? Thank you for your insight on everything, because without you I would be back at square one!!


Ezekiel 38 And Armageddon

Published: May 20, 2009
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I have read a few of your responses to the difference between the Magog war and Armageddon, but I ran across a site today that claims to have 50 reasons why they are one in the same. I was wondering if you could comment on this.


America In Prophecy?

Published: May 18, 2009
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Hi and thanks for your great insight. I really enjoy your studies.

I have always been puzzled about Nebuchadnezzar’s dream of the statue representing the world empires. As great a country as America has been and being the only current world superpower, it’s puzzling why the “American” empire was not included when God revealed the empires that would rule before the return of the Lord. As great and powerful as our nation has been, you would think America would have been mentioned as one of the empires. Perhaps it’s because we won’t last long. Do have any insight on this subject?


My Country Right or Wrong?

Published: May 17, 2009
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I have a question. What should I do when my own country is pressuring Israel to give up more of the Holy Land? I am so distressed in these the last days, when my own country America, which I love, seems to be working against the plan of God in the Holy Land.


Push For Peace

Published: May 16, 2009
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Thank you for always doing such a remarkable job with your wonderful website. I tell everyone about it! What is your take on this push for peace, where all of these countries are now pressuring Israel to give away even more land for this so-called peace agreement? These leaders are really backing the new leadership in Israel into a corner. Thank you for all that you do, including your patience.


Ascension Day Rapture?

Published: May 16, 2009
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I have some thoughts on the possibility of an Ascension Day rapture. It seems that if the Lord wanted to send a strong message to the Jews and the rest of the unbelievers, as to Who did this (the rapture) and what happened to all the Christians/children, etc., that he would take us out on Ascension day. It would be like handing the whole world a tract. The Ascension also makes more sense than connecting the rapture to a Jewish Feast day because it shows the separate handling of the church and Israel. If the full number were already on board, this would be a good date because of the clear witness that it would leave to those left behind. Do you think this is a possibility?


Another Question On Tongues

Published: May 14, 2009
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Can you please help me regarding speaking in tongues ? There is a teaching doing the rounds that stipulates that for one to be filled with THE HOLY SPIRIT one has to be able to speak in tongues. Is speaking in tongues not one of the gifts of THE SPIRIT as are prophecy. interpretation etc? I do believe that I have a measure of THE SPIRIT within me as I always feel convicted and have the urge to repent immediately after a wrong thought,word or deed, but feel condemned and am not sure of THE HOLY SPIRIT when told that we have to speak in tongues.

I have never spoken in tongues yet, but, i do desire to be able to by GODS GRACE. I have sometimes tried in my own strength but to no avail. Can you please help me in this area?