There’s a lot to sort out right now.
If you’ve been following “prophetic” news, there seems to be a convergence of events that may have End-of-the-Age ramifications, or, at the very least, point to the possibility of America’s Downfall.
I emphasize “may” because until things come to pass, it is hard to distinguish between those who prophesy a true message from God and those who are knowingly or unwittingly conveying a message from deceiving spirits (1 Timothy 4:1). Therefore, we have to be especially careful to discern what is from God and what is not (1 John 4:1).
Assuming you weren’t aware of the apparent convergence I mentioned, here are just a few of the things taking place this month. Keep in mind that there is no way I can provide an adequate explanation of each, and no way I can prove whether they have actual significance or not. To better understand the connection between America and Israel in relation to what is being listed below, I recommend studying Rabbi Jonathan Cahn as a resource. I have found him to be a humble man of God.
- This Friday is the 14th anniversary of 9/11. To be honest, I hold my
breath every year at this time because anti-American terrorists (Muslim terrorists in particular) and rogue nations would love to strike us again on this date - Sunday, September 13th is Elul 29, the last day on the Jewish calendar. It is also the date of the last two major stock market crashes, in 2001 and 2008, exactly seven prophetic years apart. A partial solar eclipse also occurs on this day. This seven-year cycle (Leviticus 25:1-7) is called a Shemitah
- September 2015 to September 2016 is a Jubilee year (Leviticus 25:8ff), the 50th year after seven cycles of seven years, making it a “Super Shemitah”
- The 70th session of the United Nations convenes on September 15th. There are rumors that a Palestinian state and some major global unifying initiatives will be proposed
- The 23rd is the Day of Atonement on the Jewish calendar. The Pope is scheduled to meet with President Obama on this day. Then for the first time in our nation’s history, the Pope will address Congress on September 24th. He will speak to the UN the following day.
- The fourth and final “blood moon” – and the only one visible in Jerusalem – occurs on September 28th, beginning the Feast of Tabernacles. Perhaps I will share about this phenomenon next time
There are a few more interesting dates involving numerology and things like Jade Helm, CERN, Sir Isaac Newton, and September 2015 dates in movies, but several border on conspiracy theory in my opinion. Some could prove very interesting. I’ve even seen lists of September prophetic events containing as many as 36 items. And there are many claiming to have had prophetic dreams about America’s Downfall and/or the End of the Age, whose commencement or fulfillment supposedly begins soon.
The danger in making a list like this is that it can be driven by confirmation bias. We tend to pick out and focus on things that confirm our own opinions, no matter how loose the connection. Because of this, I have made it my practice to research, as much as possible, the information floating around these days, so that I am not caught off-guard by anything.
My hope is in the Lord, and His days for me have been pre-ordained (Psalm 139:16). He is my light and my salvation, so I have nothing to fear (Psalm 27:1). So let us all focus on Him during these troubling days, whatever they may bring. Get right with Him by getting rid of the sin. This is the best “prepping” you can do. Then we can hear Him clearly guiding us day to day no matter what happens. This is my prayer for us.
My bottom line: I believe something really big and really troubling is about to happen in our nation and world. It will bring both a falling away and a revival. We’ll know soon enough if this month is convergence or coincidence. Ask God what He would have you do today to prepare spiritually and physically.