Bible News Prophecy

Many Protestants and Greco-Roman Catholics celebrate Halloween. What are some biblical and factual reasons why those in the Continuing Church of God do not? Should you pray to dead saints? What about Christmas and Easter? Where does the Bible list times for "holy convocations"? When was October 31st selected to be the evening before 'All Saint's Day'? Was there an earlier Celtic holiday for the 'Lord of the Dead' on October 31st? Did the ancient pagan Druids use pumpkins and other objects associated with Halloween decorations? What about the involvement of witches and demons? What about Halloween's relationship to the Celtic New Year? Did the Apostle Paul write several passages that would be opposed to Christian participation in Halloween activities? Are the "fruits" of Halloween a lot like the "works of the flesh" that the Apostle Paul condemned? Would Jesus or the Apostle Paul observe Halloween today? Steve Dupuie asks Dr. Thiel questions related to those matters which he answers.

The Temple Institute announced that "5 perfect, unblemished red heifers arrived in Israel from the USA" on September 15, 2022.. Chanan Kupietzky, an Orthodox Jewish teacher, pointed out that last year was 5781 in the Jewish calendar, pointing to the year these red heifers were conceived, 5782 is when they were to arrive in Israel, and that the year beginning sunset September 25, 2022 is supposedly 5783, which is supposed to be the year of red heifer redemption. Is that the correct year anno mundi (year of the earth) or is 5989 to 5992 more in line with history? What about the claimed Shemitah year? Might the appearance of a proper red heifer encourage the Sanhedrin to begin regular animal sacrifices? Might political considerations result in the resumption of animal sacrifices? Does the Bible show that animal sacrifices in Israel will be stopped? Does possibly having a red heifer mean that a massive Jewish temple is about to be rebuilt in Jerusalem? Do Christians need the sacrifice of Jesus or the blood of a red heifer to be purified? How close do we seem to be for Daniel 9:27b to be fulfilled? A written article of possibly related interest is available titled "Temple Institute reports ‘5 perfect, unblemished red heifers’ arrived in Israel–this could be a BIG DEAL!" URL: https://www.cogwriter.com/news/prophecy/temple-institute-reports-5-perfect-unblemished-red-heifers-arrived-in-israel/

European Union foreign policy chief, Josep Borrel, has been brokering the nuclear negotiations involving Iran and said that he thinks the deal is “in danger.” Iran blames the United States, whereas the USA says they are not delaying it. Israeli sources stated that Israel will stop Iran from getting a nuclear bomb. Joe Biden says the USA would use its own military power to prevent Iran from getting such a bomb if need be. In 2021, Iranian lawmakers have submitted a bill seeking the government by law to commit to Israel’s destruction by the year 2040. Does the 22nd chapter of Isaiah point to damage coming to Israel from Iran and possibly Syria? Might Iran be concerned enough about limited progress with the USA to launch some type of attack? Is Iran the prophesied 'King of the South'? Is it reasonable to think that the prophesied peace deal of Daniel 9:27 will not happen until after a military conflict. like a regional war? Should Christians watch the Middle East? Dr. Thiel and Steve Dupuie discuss these matters. A written article of related interest is available titled "ZH: US Tells Israel Nuclear Deal With Iran Is Off The Table For Now" URL: https://www.cogwriter.com/news/prophecy/zh-us-tells-israel-nuclear-deal-with-iran-is-off-the-table-for-now/

Daniel 11:20 tells of "one who imposes taxes on the glorious kingdom." The European Union is implementing a 15% minimum corporate tax for large multinational corporations by 31 December 2022. Could that fulfill Daniel 11:20? What about the proposed "Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism" (CBAM) which would seem to increase costs to European consumers? Windfall profits tax? When might we see the fulfiller of Daniel 11:20? Will this tax imposer die to ultimately be replaced by a dictatorial Beast, biblically also referred to as the King of the North, of a reorganized Europe? Why can this be for the 21st century as opposed to the time near Antiochus Epiphanes? Does Daniel 11 refer to the appointed time of the end? Could the death of the imposer of taxes be of major prophetic significance? Dr. Thiel and Steve Dupuie discuss these matters in this video. A written article of related interest is available titled "Could we be close to the fulfillment of Daniel 11:20 imposition of taxes?" URL: https://www.cogwriter.com/news/prophecy/could-we-be-close-to-the-fulfillment-of-daniel-1120-imposition-of-taxes/

Many in Europe have suggested that the European Union should dramatically cut-off ties with the Peoples Republic of China. However, Mercator Institute for China Studies (MERICS), a Berlin-based think tank, specialized on China, warns against trying to internationally isolate China. MERICS also pointed out that China is more popular than the United States in many parts of the world as it invests in foreign nations without telling them they need to change internal (and sometimes external) policies. The EU and China are now each others biggest trading partners when it comes to industrial and manufactured goods. MERICS advises the EU to “strengthen its role as an economic and security partner,” if it seeks “to remain a relevant geopolitical actor and protect its own interests and security,” as well as to be more energetic in the “shaping of global coalitions.” This video also discusses Europe's answer to China's One Belt, One Road Initiative called the "Global Gateway." Steve Dupuie and Dr. Thiel also go over scriptures pointing the fact that end-time European Babylon (not the current European Union) will be involved in trade with each other. Some other items which occurred in Europe that were predicted in the old Worldwide Church of God, like a common European currency (the euro) and uniting of East and West Europe which have come to pass was discussed. And Jesus was quoted telling His followers to "Watch" (Mark 13:37). A written article of related interest is available titled "Europe to break from China or perhaps get closer as Babylon?" URL: https://www.cogwriter.com/news/prophecy/europe-china-break-closer-babylon/

The Temple Institute out of Jerusalem reported that the first archaeological dig has started at the site many believe was the tomb of Joshua of the Bible. What does the Bible say about Joshua's burial? Why do places like Wikipedia and Google point to sources who say that Joshua did not exist, but instead was a national myth? Are they looking at the wrong time (13th instead of 15th century BCE)? What about archaeological evidence that points to a place the Book of Judges mentions? What about the destruction of ancient Jericho? Should we trust the biblical account or those who claim to have scholarly knowledge? Steve Dupuie and Dr. Thiel go over these matters. A written article of related interest is available titled "Biblical Archaeology: Looking into Joshua’s tomb" URL: https://www.cogwriter.com/news/old-testament-history/biblical-archaeology-looking-into-joshuas-tomb/

The United States just passed its 'Inflation Reduction Act' which is supposed to result in the hiring of 87,000 Internal Revenue Service (IRS) employees. Some believe that the IRS will once again target 'conservative churches' and others who hold to certain biblical standards--particularly those churches who are 501 (c) (3) registered. In 1954, a law, called the Johnson Amendment, went into effect prohibiting 501 (c)(3) organizations from being involved in support or opposition of political candidates. As more and more religious topics, such as sexual ones, become categorized as 'political,' this has caused some churches to not "cry aloud and spare not" on various topics. Do American churches need to be 501 (c) (3) registered? If not, why not? Why did the Continuing Church of God pick a different way? Shouldn't churches work while they can, like Jesus did and avoid being slaves to men as the Apostle Paul wrote? Dr. Thiel and Steve Dupuie go over many of these points. A written article of related interest is " Armed IRS agents to target ‘conservative’ 501 (c)(3) churches?" URL: https://www.cogwriter.com/news/cog-news/armed-irs-agents-to-target-conservative-501-c3-churches/

Much of the Northern Hemisphere has been experiencing drought. "About 60% of the EU and UK have been affected by drought, according to the European Drought Observatory." Is this affecting the food supply in the USA? Is it affecting the food supply in Germany and other parts of Europe? What about the Rhine River? Is drought contributing to food price inflation? Does the Bible prophecy food shortages and food price increases? Do the Old or New Testaments deal with the subjects of drought or other weather matters? Does God use weather matters to encourage people to repent? Could the third seal of Revelation (the ride of the third horseman of the Apocalypse) have begun? Steve Dupuie asks Dr. Thiel about these matters which he addresses in this video. A written article of related interest is available titled " Drought affecting Europe and western USA and food production" URL: https://www.cogwriter.com/news/prophecy/drought-affecting-europe-and-western-usa-and-food-production/

Many scholars believe that Job was a contemporary with Abraham, Isaac, or Jacob. Were the Ten Commandments in effect before Mount Sinai? Does the Bible teach that Abraham obeyed the Ten Commandments? What about Job? Steve Dupuie asks questions related to these topics. Dr. Thiel provides biblical citations related to whether there is evidence that Job kept each of the specific Ten Commandments. He also goes over some historical and prophetic information related to the Ten Commandments. A written article of related interest is available titled "Job and the Ten Commandments " URL: https://www.cogwriter.com/job.htm

A Gentile organization known as the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) recently met. Statements were made about trade connectivity and risks associated with using the U.S.A. dollar for international payments. The SCO currently comprises eight Member States (China, India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Pakistan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan), four Observer States interested in acceding to full membership (Afghanistan, Belarus, Iran, and Mongolia) and six “Dialogue Partners” (Armenia, Azerbaijan, Cambodia, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Turkey). In 2021, the decision was made to start the accession process of Iran to the SCO as a full member, and Egypt, Qatar as well as Saudi Arabia became dialogue partners. Some of the objectives are consistent with the BRICS group of nations (Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa), which according for former Brazilian President Lula, was formed to bypass the U.S.A. dollar. Are there military aspects associated with the SCO nations? What about China's One Belt, One Road' project? What about biblical prophecies involving "Gentiles," "kings of the east," "people from the north," kings "from the ends of the earth," and Armageddon? What will happen to the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, nations in the Middle East, and Europe? Is there bad news before the good news of the Kingdom of God? Steve Dupuie interviews Dr. Thiel about these matters. A written article of related interest is available titled "The News: SCO partnership for peace and prosperity; COGwriter: Dumping the USA dollar and Armageddon" URL: https://www.cogwriter.com/news/prophecy/the-news-sco-partnership-for-peace-and-prosperity-cogwriter-dumping-the-usa-dollar-and-armageddon/

In 333 A.D./C.E. an anonymous traveler from Bordeaux France visited Jerusalem and Israel. This 'Bordeaux Pilgrim' described what he though was a synagogue on Jerusalem's Western Hill. The historian Epiphanius wrote about the same building later in the fourth century. It was known as the "Church of God" and the "Church of the Apostles." According to the Roman Catholic priests and scholars Bellarmino Bagatti and Bargil Pixner this was actually a Judeo-Christian church. It looks to have been built between 73-83 A.D. and was rectangular in structure. After the Roman Emperor Constantine built a rounded building next to it, the Christians put up a wall to be separate from those they considered to be pagans and unbelievers. Dr. Pixner and some others believe that this building was made using ashlars (large cut stones) that had been part of the last massive temple in Jerusalem. The Continuing Church of God has a picture of some of those ashlars on its songbook called 'The Bible Hymnal.' What did those 'Judeo-Christians' believe? Were any Gentiles 'Judeo-Christians'? What are some of the beliefs that the original Christians had that the Continuing Church of God holds to today? Steve Dupuie asks Dr. Thiel about the Bordeaux Pilgrim and aspects of early Christianity in this video. A written article of related interest is available titled "Temple Institute reports on the ‘Bordeaux Pilgrim’" URL: https://www.cogwriter.com/news/church-history/temple-institute-reports-on-the-bordeaux-pilgrim/

Should your focus be on money? Will winning a massive amount of money in a lottery make you happy? What happens to people who actually win the lottery? Can it be more of a curse to win the lottery than to lose playing it? Can lotteries demotivate people to improve their financial conditions? Does the lottery have among the worst odds of winning compared to other forms of gambling? Which nations lose the most money on lotteries? What happens when friends and relatives learn someone wins the lottery? Are lottery winners more likely to file for bankruptcy in certain time periods than those who did not win the lottery? Does God know that you need to eat? What did Jesus say His followers should do? Steve Dupuie and Dr. Thiel address these matters. A written article of related interest is available titled "The ‘curse’ of winning the lottery" URL: https://www.cogwriter.com/news/doctrine/the-curse-of-winning-the-lottery-4/

Inflation has been higher in 2022 than it has been for decades in the USA, Europe, and many other lands. What are some of the disruptions that inflation can cause? What about hyperinflation affecting places like Venezuela? Did the Book of Haggai predict inflation? Is food price inflation associated with the ride of the third horseman of the Apocalypse? Does sin and government mismanagement cause inflation? Are there physical things one can do about inflation? What about storing food or buying gold? Will gold outlast the USA dollar? Why might some throw their gold in the street as Ezekiel prophesied? What should God's people do about inflation? What did Jesus teach about food worries? What about seeking the Kingdom of God? Steve Dupuie and Dr. Thiel cover these matters. A written article is available titled " More inflation and Donald Trump warns about the USA economy" URL: https://www.cogwriter.com/news/prophecy/more-inflation-and-donald-trump-warns-about-the-usa-economy/

Various leaders in German have pointed to a more unified, militaristic, and German-led Europe. After Russia's 'special military operation' into Ukraine, Germany declared it would increase its military spending to the third highest level of any nation on the planet? German-Foreign-Policy.com reported that German Chancellor Olaf Scholz wants the European Union to play a powerful and more unified geopolitical role. Is what he is stating consistent with prophecies in the Book of Revelation about Europe reorganizing and turning power over to one called the Beast? Are some in Poland and Hungary (like Peter G. Feher) concerned about the domination of Europe by Germany? Is a European/German leader prophesied as the "King of the North" to make some type of a deal with a leader of nations in the Middle East and North Africa called the "King of the South"? Is that King of the North prophesied to have a great army and many ships? Could the Beast/King of the North be German? Did the old Worldwide Church of God warn back in 1980 that, in the future, the German people be concerned enough about Russia that it would call for a Bavarian strongman to lead them? Does the Bible point to such a leader rising promising peace? Steve Dupuie and Dr. Thiel address those issues. A written article of related interest is available titled "GFP: Germany as Leading Power … Olaf Scholz wants the EU to play a “geopolitical role.” URL: https://www.cogwriter.com/news/prophecy/gfp-germany-as-leading-power-olaf-scholz-wants-the-eu-to-play-a-geopolitical-role/

It has been reported by various news sources, such as NPR, that certain COVID subvariants, like B.A.5, are often resistant to vaccines. What does science show about COVID death statistics in the USA, Haiti, and Ghana. Are there natural and government endorsed ways to support one's immune system? Are there are other things to consider? Should people try to stop smoking? Should you avoid Biblically unclean meat? Does the Bible endorse exercise? What about eating that which is good? Did the Apostle Paul warn against positions that are falsely called science? What about Big Tech censorship? Are there prophetic ramifications to some of the governmental actions associated with COVID? Does the rise of the Beast/King of the North come after the opening of the fourth seal and the start of the ride of the 4th horseman of the Apocalypse? Steve Dupuie and Dr. Thiel deal with these matters in this video. A written article of related interest is available titled "NPR: The omicron subvariant dominating U.S. COVID-19 cases is more vaccine-resistant" URL: https://www.cogwriter.com/news/prophecy/npr-the-omicron-subvariant-dominating-u-s-covid-19-cases-is-more-vaccine-resistant/

The government of Belgium is in the process of ordering small businesses to accept credit cards. In Sweden more and more cashless transactions are occurring. The European Central Bank as well as the government of the United States is working on developing Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs). Could this be used for '1984' type monitoring? Is something like this needed for '666' control of buying and selling as warned in the Book of Revelation? Does the European Union now have a unit that could do '666' monitoring? What about the use of gold? Steve Dupuie asks Dr. Thiel various questions related to these topics which he addresses . A written article of related interest is available titled " ‘Cash ban: Belgium obliges all shops to accept cards’ ‘Welcome to 1984’ " URL: https://www.cogwriter.com/news/prophecy/cash-ban-belgium-obliges-all-shops-to-accept-cards/

This is the first message that the Continuing Church of God submitted to be aired over the AM radio station in Northern Italy by European Gospel Radio. Steve Dupuie asks Dr. Thiel questions such as: Why European Gospel Radio?, How often will the CCOG be on the air?, When will elder Aleksandar 'Sasha' Veljic be on the air? Why the name 'Bible News Prophecy'?, Is the CCOG Protestant or Roman Catholic?, Why use radio to proclaim the gospel?, What is some of the history of the CCOG?, and What are some of the future prophetic matters expected to be covered on the radio? Dr. Thiel answers those questions and discusses Jesus' comment in Revelation about 'open door' and reads passages from the New Testament about what the open door is.

On June 24, 2022, the United State Supreme Court overruled the 1973 Roe v. Wade abortion decision. Did the Court just take away a constitutional right? What does the US Declaration of Independence say about life and the purpose of government? Does human life begin at conception according to 95% of biologists surveyed? Does the Word of God teach that unborn humans are children? What does the Bible teach about the shedding of innocent blood? Are there biblical consequences for performing or condoning abortion? Dr. Thiel along with Steve Dupuie deals with the issues. A written article of related interest is available titled "US Supreme Court rules states can decide about abortions: pro-abortionists continue violent threats and actions" URL: https://www.cogwriter.com/news/doctrine/us-supreme-court-rules-states-can-decide-about-abortions-pro-abortionists-continue-violent-threats-and-actions/

Iran and Israel have been involved with various attacks and threats against each other. Does the Bible seem to prophesy that Iran and Syria will attack Israel? Will God always protect Israel? Will Israel's 'Iron Dome' protect it? Is "great damage" prophesied to come to Jerusalem? What about damage to Syria's capital Damascus? What was Isaiah inspired to write? Could a peace deal come after a regional conflict in the Middle East? Could Baron Karl-Theodor Maria Nikolaus Johann Jacob Philipp Franz Joseph Sylvester Freiherr von und zu Guttenberg (KT) be the "prince" of Daniel 9:26-27, who becomes the King of the North of Daniel 11? Was KT spurned, rejected, and passed over for advancement consistent with one rendering of Daniel 11:21? Does KT have the ancestral and religious background to be the "Great Monarch" of Greco-Roman Catholic prophecies? Does KT have the digital background to be able to be involved in the 666 controlling of buying and selling (Revelation 13:16-18)? Should you be watching the Middle East and Karl-Theodor zu Guttenberg? Dr. Thiel answers these questions and more.

Information and Communication Technology companies are in the process of developing 6G technology intended to replace 5G network technology later this decade. At the World Economic Forum, Nokia CEO, Pekka Lundmark called for microchips with 6G capability to be implemented in human beings--he stated that this would replace 'smartphones' as the most common interface. What is 6G? Can it possibly support trillions of connections and cut latency, for downloads, etc., to zero? Could this be another step towards 666 surveillance and control of buying and selling that the Bible prophesies? Dr. Thiel addresses these issues in this video. A written article of related interest is available titled " ‘Nokia CEO Says Humans To Be Implanted With 6G Chips, Sets Timeframe’ What about 666?" URL: https://www.cogwriter.com/news/prophecy/nokia-ceo-says-humans-to-be-implanted-with-6g-chips-sets-timeframe-what-about-666/

In May of 2022, the World Economic Forum held a conference where thousands of the world's elites attended, essentially in support of a 'great reset' to change society. In June 2022, the Bilderberg Group met essentially to do the same thing. In June 2022, Pope Francis told a group invited by Cardinal Kurt Koch, “Unity does not come about by standing still." Whereas the Roman Catholic group, whose co-president in Marc Stengel, called for more cooperation with the United Nations and apparently supporters of Gandhi. The World Council of Churches also supports the globalist agenda as do the Freemasons and others. Could Satan be the real conspirator behind this? Will humanity be able to bring about utopia? Or can true Christian unity and utopia only come about with the return of Jesus and the Kingdom of God? Will the globalist agenda succeed for a time? Dr. Thiel addresses these and other issues. A written article of related interest is available titled "Globalism: ‘Unity does not come about by standing still’" URL: https://www.cogwriter.com/news/prophecy/globalism-unity-does-not-come-about-by-standing-still/

Does Satan have a throne? If so, where might it be? The Italian sculptor Gian Lorenzo Bernini encased an old piece of wood to make what he considered to be " mighty throne for the apostle." This black and gold throne, shown beneath a bright sun, is called the 'Cathedra Petri.' It is located in St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City. Back in 1987, Dr. Thiel (while viewing it) was told that the late Pastor General of the old Worldwide Church of God, called the 'Cathedra Petri' "Satan's Throne." Does the Bible teach that Satan has a throne? What are some reasons to consider that the 'Cathedra Petri' could be Satan's throne? The four 'doctors of the church' whose sculptures (Athanasius, Ambrose, John Chrysostom, Augustine) uphold it helped push doctrines that the original catholic church did not hold. If Satan does have a physical throne on the earth, could this be it? What are some reasons to consider why the 'Cathedra Petri' could spiritually be Satan's Throne? Dr. Thiel addresses these issues and more. See also the article: Cathedra Petri: Satan's Throne? URL: https://www.cogwriter.com/cathedra-petri-satans-throne.htm

Dr. Thiel went to the Hill of Tara in Ireland to see the claimed Lia Fail as well as a location some looked for the Ark of the Covenant. He also went to Blarney and viewed the Blarney Stone. Were any of these really the stone of destiny that some believe the prophet Jeremiah took with him along with one or more daughters of King Zedekiah? What might any of this have to do with the British family? Have any of them believed in British-Israelism? Has the British coronation ceremony been consistent with biblical coronations of the kings of Judah? What about Prince Charles--could he have descended from the throne of David? Dr. Thiel provides insights on these matters and more. Additional information is in the article titled "Anglo - America in Prophecy & the Lost Tribes of Israel" URL: https://cogwriter.com/britishisrael.htm

Parents want their children to grow up to lead happy, healthy, and productive lives. Former US Congressman Ron Paul wrote that government schools have no business instructing young children in sexuality. The American Thinker asserted that schools are improperly trying to indoctrinate children in a way of 'normalizing perversion.' What does the Bible teach about instructing children? What does the Bible teach about having a perverse mouth or engaging in perversity? Does the Bible tie perversity in with abominations? What about things like cross dressing? What are the results of teaching or engaging in perversity? What about those that only approve them? Dr. Thiel addresses these issues and more. A written article of related interest is available titled "Normalizing Perversion" URL: https://www.cogwriter.com/news/doctrine/normalizing-perversion/

Are we at the time of the ride of at least some of the four horsemen of the Apocalypse? If so, are many prophecy watchers missing signs associated with them? History shows that authoritarian totalitarian regimes tend to arise after famines and/or pestilences. Those are events associated with three of the four horsemen of the Apocalypse. Could the beginning of sorrows, and the associated ride of the first horseman of false ecumenical religion, have started in the Fall of 2009? What is the significance of this rider having a bow? Is Satan the prince of the power of the air? Did Dr. Thiel warn of a prophetic threat of a "novel" coronavirus back in 2013? Could COVID-19 been related to the taking away the peace from the earth that is associated with the ride of the red horse, the second horsemen of war? What are some of the ramification of the Russia-Ukraine military conflict and the opening of the second seal? Was Amos inspired to write that God does nothing without revealing it to his servants the prophets? Who warned of these matters? The ride of the third horse, the black horse of famine and food price inflation--specifically wheat, barley, edible oils, and wine. Since Ukraine is a major exporter of the first three, could this, as well as fertilizer shortages, have anything to do with the ride of that horseman? The pale horse of the fourth seal mentions one-quarter of humankind being subject to being killed by the sword, hunger, and pestilence--will this be a factor in the rise of the Beast of Revelation 13? Is persecution associated with the start of the Great tribulation and the rise of the Beast? Why is the Beast going to be in charge of a European-based empire? Will the opening of the first four seals and the starts of the rides of the four horsemen of the Apocalypse get Europe to reorganize such as is prophesied in Revelation 17:12-13? What does Jesus say you should do? Dr. Thiel addresses these matters and more in this video. An article of related interest is available titled "‘Authoritarianism Emerges in Response to Threats of Pandemics and Famine’ like after the 4th Horseman of the Apocalypse" URL: https://www.cogwriter.com/news/prophecy/authoritarianism-emerges-in-response-to-threats-of-pandemics-and-famine/