Bible Discussion Thread

The necessity of Israel to prosper economically in the last days is seen in verse 7. There will be the perceived descendant of David; who will be worshipped as the Messiah but in reality be the Antichrist who will no doubt bring the valiant display of wealth with the horses and regalia that King Solomon once had with all his excessive riches. The occult worship once again will be promoted (soothsayers; and religions from the "east" verse 6); see also v. 8 with worship of idols once again ensnaring the nation. We go forward in time from verses 9 through 21; once again with the theme of God judging the world in general; as well as Tarshish in v. 16. That could stand for a veiled reference to the USA who came originally from Spanish origin; or the actual city of Tarshish already receiving judgment shortly after Isaiah's writing. The collapse of cities and mountains elsewhere in scripture also are indicated in verses 14 and 15. Verse 22 shows the vanity of man in general; but certainly could be the false worship of the "savior" of Israel who also will be judged at the end of the Tribulation. Verses 1 through 5 indicate God's rule over the earth; submission of the nations who no longer use weapons of war; and the final repentance of Jacob; which would represent the remnant saved of Israel from "Jacob's trouble". These are clear indications of the Millennial rule of Christ after the 7 year judgments occur. The topographical changes of earth in verse 2 where Christ will rule and reign from Jerusalem show that the highest point will be in Jerusalem; and shows how the nations will come to it. Further details on this can be seen is Psalm 48.

bless and pray for Isreal