Many have wondered where the United States fits into End Time events. The assumption being that the U.S. is a major player in world events and that we are near the End Times. We know that the culminating event that will herald the Return of King Jesus and His intervention will be when all nations are gathered around Jerusalem, seeking to destroy or capture the Holy City. (Zechariah 12:3) “All nations” will include the United States, if this occurs in the next few decades.

The Lord promised Abraham, “Whoever blesses you, I will bless. And whoever curses you, I will curse.” (Genesis 12:3) Very recently, the President of the United States made the statement that the U.S. supports the creation of a Palestinian state. From past discussions it would appear that some of this “Palestinian state” would include portions of Jerusalem. I believe this is counter to the Will of God (Jerusalem is the “apple of His eye.” See Zechariah 2:7-8 and 8:2) and I am sorry to see our nation take such a stance. If you support taking land from Israel, this cannot be interpreted as blessing Israel.

It is probably egocentric to think that there must be a reference to the United States in the Bible. There are a few scriptures that might apply to the United States. In the Revelation 12:14 “Mother Israel” is taken to a place of refuge on the wings of an eagle. Is this the United States? The prophet Obadiah makes reference to an eagle whose nest is among the stars. ( verse 4) Some think this speaks of the American flag.

As you may know, I am one of those who believe that the End Times are drawing near. Should the Lord delay His Coming, I wonder what the status of the United States will be. Our government and our society have excluded God from any participation or honor. I am amazed our coinage still bears the inscription “In God we trust.” I will not dwell on the extra-Constitutional argument of the “wall of separation” between Church and State. By extra-Constitutional, I mean that this statement is not found in the Constitution.

Our Nation and government, as well as a vocal portion of our society, has stood aside or endorsed the taking of innocent lives of unborn infants. This has progressed to the point of “partial-birth abortions” where the healthy baby has begun the normal process of birth, and then it is killed. Our Lord honors life and I fear for any nation or society that does not honor the same. I fear for America. If the Lord delays, will the United States be the same as we know it now?

This is very negative. Please allow me to conclude positively. God is on His Throne. He is merciful. He has a Plan. I look forward to the Coming of Jesus, not for the trials and tribulations that are promised for that time, but for the honoring of the Holy Name of God, our Father, and for the reign of the Prince of Peace. Maranatha!