Did Jesus warn us about storms and flooding in the last days? Will peace come to the Middle East or war? Are animals dying? Are there signs of America’s decline in the news again today? Why is there more talk about Israel attacking Iran before September? Why is South Sudan going to party on July 9, 2011?
Prophecy Sign: In Luke 21:25 Jesus gave us a warning concerning the roaring of the seas and waves. We know from this warning that we will see huge storms that move not only the waves but bring on massive flooding. In many of my posts I asked you to watch the new reports coming out, because you will see news that these things are the worse on record, or we have never seen any thing like this, or more records are being broken! The news today not only shows the signs of the huge storm, but how bads things have gotten.
"(Reuters) – With rivers still running above flood stage and soils saturated, forecasters predicted on Wednesday this summer flooding season could rival the worst in United States history. In the "Great Flood of 1993," record-breaking floods from April to August cost more than $25 billion in damages in at least nine states. But due to current high water levels and soaked soil, just a small amount of rain could trigger more flooding in areas that have already seen record flooding this 2011 season, the National Weather Service reported Wednesday. These factors indicate the flooding threat will continue through the summer, and potentially rival the flood of nearly two decades ago. "There is nowhere for any additional water to go," Director of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration's NWS Jack Hayes said in the NOAA statement. "While unusual for this time of year, all signs point to the flood threat continuing." NOAA's Climate Prediction Service has forecasted above-average rain in already-vulnerable areas of the upper Midwest and Northern Plans in the next two weeks, and for much of the region in monthly outlooks. Rising temperatures over the Rockies will add to the flood threat, releasing water from the remaining snowpack."
http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/07/07/us-flooding-forecast-idUSTRE7657H020110707
UN Security CouncilProphecy Sign: I hope by now you are beginning to trust in the warnings Jesus gave us for the last days. one of the warnings that has already come to pass is the call for Peace and safety as seen in 1 Thess. 5:3. The part that has not been fulfilled in its entirety is the sudden destruction that comes while they are calling for this Peace and security. As you will see from reading today's post September may end up being a special month in Bible prophecy. Here is the current news concerning the call for Peace and security.
"On Wednesday, July 6, the Palestinian Authority notified the Obama administration that early next week it would file with the UN Security Council a request for admission to the United Nations as a full member recognized as an independent state within the 1967 borders. But debkafile's Washington sources report the US had got in first, having agreed with European powers and Russia on a ploy for deferring the Palestinian request. The Security Council would agree to discuss it behind closed doors without setting a date. A senior American official commented: The Security Council will stall by keeping the matter "under consideration" on its regular agenda.
PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas knew what was going on: That is why his chief negotiator Saeb Erekat said in Washington Thursday, July 7, that there is no contradiction between the Palestinian application for UN recognition and the restart of negotiations with Israel. What Erekat had in mind was the US-French initiative -first revealed exclusively by debkafile Tuesday, July 5 – for the convening of an Israeli-Palestinian peace summit on September 2 in Paris. If this plan takes off, President Barack Obama will come to Paris to join President Nicolas Sarkozy in declaring the talks open alongside Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and PA Chairman Mahmoud Abbas.
By putting of a Security Council debate, the US, France, Israel and the Palestinians have won two months to get negotiations off the ground and moving forward. The Americans hope to bring Turkey aboard for the effort, to which end it is necessary to end the quarrel between Ankara and Jerusalem in that time."
If the peace process which at the current time is stalled, continues to go no where, it is possible that war will break out between the Arabs and Israel. This of course would fulfill the sudden destruction which Paul talked about. All these signs are part of the last days events which point to the second coming of Christ.
http://www.debka.com/article/21091/
Prophecy Sign: Look at what God warned us about the beasts dying in the last days. There are many reasons why beasts, (animals) will die. Read the warnings first then watch the video and see why these cows are dying off. "There is no faithfulness, no love, no acknowledgment of God in the land. There is only cursing, lying and murder, stealing and adultery; they break all bounds, and bloodshed follows bloodshed. Because of this the land mourns, and all who live in it waste away; the beasts of the field and the birds of the air and the fish of the sea are dying. [Hosea 4:1-3]
The fish of the sea, the birds of the air, the beasts of the field, every creature that moves along the ground, and all the people on the face of the earth will tremble at my presence. The mountains will be overturned, the cliffs will crumble and every wall will fall to the ground. [Ezekiel 38:20]
"I will sweep away both men and animals; I will sweep away the birds of the air and the fish of the sea. The wicked will have only heaps of rubble when I cut off man from the face of the earth," declares the LORD. [Zephaniah 1:3]
AP
Prophecy Sign: There is a report from the J. Post today entitled, “Israel-China relations growing deeper”. Revelation 9:14-16 and Rev. 16:12 we see China in prophecy. “Israel-China relations, which have focused on cooperation in high technology, have shown signs of widening over the last several months to encompass closer defense and security ties, and academic exchanges, people in the small community of bilateral specialists say. Ehud Barak visited China in June, the first time in over a decade by a defense minister of Israel, which at one time sold over half a billion dollars of weapons to China annually before US squeezed Israel to halt those ties in the late 1990s.”
http://www.jpost.com/DiplomacyAndPolitics/Article.aspx?ID=228199&R=R1
Prophecy Sign: Daniel chapter 2 and chapter 7 gives us the details as to who is going to be the last world empire ruling the world at the time of Jesus’ second coming. Nothing is ever said about the United States, and in our generation we can now see why. I do believe the reason why we know is part of Daniel 12:3 where the Lord said in the last days we would increase in knowledge.
“Hiring slowed to a stagnant pace last month, pushing the unemployment rate up for the third consecutive month and raising questions about whether the economy has what it takes to climb out of its post-recession slump. The Labor Department reported Friday that employers added just 18,000 net jobs in June, the fewest in nine months. The jobless rate ticked up to 9.2 percent from 9.1 percent. The pace of job growth is not even enough to keep up with population growth — it would take about 125,000 jobs per months to do so — and certainly not enough to bring down the unemployment rate.”
“Since Obama took office, the economy is down 2.5 million jobs. The jobless rate has been at 9 percent or higher for 24 of the past 26 months. In June, businesses added the fewest jobs in more than a year. Governments cut 39,000 jobs. Over the past eight months, federal, state and local governments have cut a combined 238,000 positions.”
Prophecy Sign: Ezekiel 38 war. “A retired journalist who covered the intelligence beat, and with extensive senior intelligence sources, reports to me that Israel is planning to attack Iran before the September UN meeting at which Palestinian statehood will be discussed and possibly approved. He wrote to me some weeks ago: …Some U.S. intelligence officials think that such a surprise [attack] on Iran could possibly take place in…September when [Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman] Mullen retires. It would [be] political war with its object to divert attention from Palestine. …Senior US intelligence officials are saying that just recently a big US military force has been conducting large contingency planning drills in preparation for an intervention if Israel attacks Iran. Planning for a U.S. intervention is very far advanced. …But perhaps the chief thing that counts here is that senior members of the US intelligence are resisting such notions with all the force that they can. More recently, he sent this: …The news is dismaying. Israel is planning a surgical strike against Iran. I’ve been talking to former senior agency officials and officials in military intelligence. Not only is [it] “very far along” in planning for a regional war, the Obama administration has signed off on it. It will happen soon, before September…This is no drill.”
Prophecy Sign: Events leading up to the Ezekiel 38 war. Report below: “All signs say Iran is racing toward a nuclear bomb”.
“Two crucial new questions are now worrying all those who follow Iran's nuclear program. One is whether Qom was chosen as a site for uranium enrichment due only to its strategic location, or if any meaning should be attached to the fact that Shi'ites consider it a holy city, the place of residence of Ayatollah Khomeini, founder of the Islamic Republic.
Ahmadinejad and several of his ministers, as well as senior commanders in the Revolutionary Guards, belong to a small but influential group in the Iranian government that adheres to a mystical belief in the coming of the Mahdi – the Twelfth, or hidden, Imam – who is considered the Shi'ite messiah. One of the conditions for the Mahdi's coming is that a huge proportion of the world's population be annihilated in a great war.
This radical Shi'ite doctrine has parallels in the idea of the War of Gog and Magog in Christian eschatology, which is prophesied to take place in the Jezreel Valley not far from Tel Megiddo (Armageddon in the Greek translation ). Is the site at Qom Ahmadinejad's Armageddon, where a weapon will be developed that will annihilate the unbelievers and hasten the coming of the Messiah?
Another cause for concern is an article published about two months ago on a Revolutionary Guards website. In it, for the first time, the author talked about "the day after" Iran carries out a successful nuclear test that would transform it into a nuclear power. Previously, Iranian government officials had always maintained strict silence on this subject. Was the article a fluke, the result of negligence by inattentive censors, or was it written to prepare public opinion, both at home and abroad?”
E-mail to Frank DiMora from Pastor Nicholas Lolik, in Juba South Sudan.
South Sudan – Birth of a Nation: What Comes Next for the
New Country?
SOURCE: MINISTRY OF INFORMATION, REPUBLIC OF SOUTH SUDAN |
www.goss.org
06 July 2011
[Re-edited and posted by Gurtong]
Why is South Sudan celebrating independence on July 9th,
how about the trappings of statehood – like the currency,
flag and national anthem?; will there be a change to South
her legal status in the world?; What will happen to South
Sudan’s Government and institutions and the unresolved
issues in the Comprehensive Peace Agreement?
What will be the approach to security issues?
Independence Day, 9th July 2011, will be an inspirational
day of events in the South Sudanese capital Juba, involving
a Declaration of Independence, flag-raising ceremony and
parade. The events will be attended by community, religious
and government leaders from all around the country, 30 heads
of state from Africa and other international dignitaries.
Thousands of South Sudanese citizens and international
friends will bear witness to the day, alongside local and
international media. Round the country, there will be
locally-planned celebrations in many villages and counties.
These will include ceremonies, music, dancing and other
cultural festivities, to herald the birth of the new nation.
Why is Southern Sudan becoming independent?
The 2005 Comprehensive Peace Agreement (CPA) signed by
the Sudan’s People Liberation Movement/Army in the South,
and the Government of Sudan ended 21 years of civil war and
brought to an end decades of struggle.
The CPA and Protocols provided for the people of
Southern Sudan with the right to exercise their right to
self-determination through a Referendum, to be held after a
six year interim period. The Referendum, held in January
2011 was deemed free, fair and credible by the international
community and delivered an overwhelming majority vote
(98.83%) in favour of secession.
What happens on 9th July, 2011?
This is the date that southern Sudan officially becomes
an independent country, and adopts the agreed new name – the
Republic of South Sudan (RSS) – through a Declaration of
Independence and Statehood.
This date marks the end of the interim period under the
CPA, with most provisions fulfilled, and a few outstanding
issues still under negotiation.
His Excellency Salva Kiir Mayardit is sworn in for a
four year term as President of the new Republic. A new
Transitional Constitution also comes into force, subject to
approval by the Assembly, and is signed into law by the
President.
The Southern Sudan Legislative Assembly is
reconstituted as the National Legislative Assembly by the
President, as is the Council of States.
What about the trappings of statehood – like the currency,
flag and national anthem?
Some symbols of the nation have already been chosen –
these include a six coloured flag which was the official
flag of the SPLA (Army), a National Anthem chosen through a
nationwide competition, and a Coat of Arms bearing an image
of the African fish eagle.
Will there be a change to South Sudan’s legal status in
the world?
Yes. South Sudan will become the 196th country in the
world, the 193rd member of the UN, and the 55th country in
Africa. The new country will need to be recognised by
nations one by one and South Sudan is already working
towards this goal.
The Government is already on track to be formally
accepted as a member of the United Nations, the World Bank,
IMF, the Commonwealth Institute and other multilateral
organisations. The UN will remain in South Sudan through a
peace support mission and UN specialised agencies.
South Sudan will also become an active member of the
African region and will join a range of bodies such as the
African Union, COMESA and IGAD. It will also sign up to the
African Charter on Human and Peoples’ Rights.
Over time, South Sudan will accede to dozens of
bilateral, multilateral and international treaties and
conventions.
There is already a new foreign policy strategy and a
review of existing agreements, for example, sharing the
waters of the River Nile. New regional and trade agreements
will be created.
South Sudan will open foreign missions, including
Embassies and Consulates around the world, with a new
diplomatic service to staff them.
Will there be changes to the South’s legal framework?
A new Transitional Constitution of South Sudan is due
to come into force on July 9th 2011, based on amendments to
the 2005 Interim Constitution. It was agreed by the Council
of Ministers, and due to be passed by the South Sudan
Legislative Assembly.
If passed, the new Constitution will be reviewed, in
the future, by a representative National Constitutional
Review Commission. This will involve a national
consultation, gathering views from communities and
stakeholders across the country.
The main body of laws is already in place, but some new
legislation will be enacted. Priorities include a law on
nationality and citizenship, and the Central Bank and
financial institutions.
What will happen to South Sudan’s Government and
institutions?
South Sudan is not starting from scratch. For the past
six years, the Government of South Sudan (GOSS) has enjoyed
considerable autonomy, with an elected Assembly, Government
and a functioning judicial system.
There are also several independent commissions, for
example, on Human Rights, Anti- Corruption and Disarmament,
Demobilisation and Reintegration (DDR).
Administrative structures and elected Governors also
exist in the ten States, at the State, County and Payam
levels, as part of a decentralisation policy.
The Government will continue to strengthen core
government functions and service delivery over time with the
support of the international community.
The Official working language of the Government will
change from English and Arabic to only
English, though all indigenous languages of South Sudan
will be respected and promoted. South Sudan will remain a
secular state.
Southern Sudanese Assembly members currently in the
Government of National Unity in Khartoum will leave their
posts and join the South Sudan Legislative Assembly in
Juba.
Southern Sudanese civil servants will also return and
be absorbed into other institutions, especially at the local
government level.
Will there be new elections?
Not immediately. The next cycle of national elections
will be held after the President, the National Assembly,
State Governors and State Assemblies, which were elected in
April 2010, have completed their terms. This is provided for
in the new Transitional Constitution.
A National Elections Commission will also be
established, an electoral system chosen and electoral
legislation devised. A new population Census may also be
carried out.
What happens to the nationality and citizenship of the
Sudanese people?
Under the new Nationality Act, the Government of South
Sudan will accept the right of people to have dual
citizenship. This includes people from Sudan (North Sudan),
who may acquire citizenship by naturalization, as prescribed
by law. The Government expects its partners in the North to
do the same.
The Government is committed to the concept of soft
borders with the North, allowing freedom of movement for
pastoralists and traders who regularly traverse the
North-South boundaries.
The Republic of South Sudan will welcome and help
settle Southern Sudanese who wish to return from the North.
South Sudan will recognize all legally-acquired
property rights and land ownership.
South Sudan will respect the rights of all people
living in its territory from diverse ethnic, cultural,
linguistic, religious and racial backgrounds, as per the
Transitional Constitution, the Universal Declaration of
Human Rights and the African Charter. Respect for these
rights will be monitored by the Independent Commission on
Human Rights, supported by civil society and a liberal media
environment.
Is there a new national strategy for South Sudan?
Yes, there is a new South Sudan Development Plan (SSDP)
to span the next three years, which will be a foundation for
further planning and implementation.
The SSDP is divided into four pillars – governance,
economic development, social development and security. Its
aim is to reduce poverty and improve the quality of life for
all, strengthen governance and the rule of law, create a
viable economy and solidify security.
The plan builds on achievements since 2005 in many
areas, such as the establishment of a governing
administration and basic infrastructure, and improved access
to health, education and food security.
A key element of the plan is to develop the
agricultural base and encourage investment from the private
sector, taking advantage of the vast resources in South
Sudan for the good of its people.
‘Vision 2040’ is
also being developed as a longer
term strategy.
What will be the relationship between South Sudan and
Sudan (North Sudan)?
South Sudan will continue to work together with Sudan
(North Sudan), as two independent and sovereign states. The
two countries have common economic interests, a shared
responsibility for security, and strong ethnic and cultural
ties.
The Government is committed to peaceful cooperation on
issues such as the movement of civilians between north and
south, security, trade and other areas.
Other matters will continue to be negotiated such as
border demarcation and collaboration in the oil sector.
What about unresolved issues in the Comprehensive Peace
Agreement?
Some critical issues in the CPA remain unresolved such
as the final status of Abyei, arrangements for the states of
Southern Kordofan and Blue Nile and the demarcation of the
North/South Border.
These issues are still subject to negotiation, with the
support of international mediators such as the African Union
High Implementation Panel.
What will be the approach to security issues?
The Government will take all possible steps to protect
and build security for the people of South Sudan, and
continue to address the roots of conflict through dialogue
and peace-building processes.
South Sudan will join regional security mechanisms and
contribute to cross-border & regional stability.
The respect of existing protocols and agreements under
the CPA is the combined responsibility of both South and
North governments and all other parties to such accords.
The Sudan People’s Liberation Army is being
transformed into the South Sudan Armed Forces, with the
mission of protecting the people of South Sudan and securing
its territorial integrity. The Army will be subordinate to
civilian authority and act in accordance with the
Transitional Constitution.
The policy is to integrate all factions into the SPLA
into a programme of training and reforms. A reinforced DDR
strategy is also planned.
MINISTRY OF INFORMATION, REPUBLIC OF SOUTH SUDAN
www.goss.org
For further information, please contact Mustafa Biong
Majak, Director General, Ministry of Information,
Tel: +249 (0)957 102815. Paul Jacob Kumbo, Director of
Public Information +249 (0) 902 373 272
"North Sudan's President Omar Hassan al-Bashir on Thursday said he will travel to South Sudan when it becomes independent on Saturday and said he seeks friendly relations with the former civil war foe. "I will travel to (the southern capital) Juba in two days to congratulate them on their new state and wish them security and stability," Bashir said in a speech. Sudan's oil-producing south is due to declare independence on Saturday — a split that was voted for in a referendum promised in a 2005 north-south peace deal. (Reuters)North Sudan's President Omar Hassan al-Bashir on Thursday said he will travel to South Sudan when it becomes independent on Saturday and said he seeks friendly relations with the former civil war foe. "I will travel to (the southern capital) Juba in two days to congratulate them on their new state and wish them security and stability," Bashir said in a speech. Sudan's oil-producing south is due to declare independence on Saturday — a split that was voted for in a referendum promised in a 2005 north-south peace deal. (Reuters)" http://www.ynetnews.com/articles/0,7340,L-4092365,00.html
Author Frank DiMora connect the dots between Bible prophecy and current events for July 8, 2011. Visit Frank's site at www.bibleprophecyman.com and download his prophecy book for free.
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