Now With Raisi's Death, What Can Possibly Happen?

With the death of Iran's President, Foreign Minister and other Senior Officials, how does this impact the prophetic scene? Especially in light of what we read in Jeremiah 49:34-39.

WHAT GOES AROUND…COMES AROUND?

How many times have you heard the following said: "What goes around comes around”. I know that some of you are thinking that this is basically the same concept that encapsulates the doctrine of "karma"-and you would be partially correct. Now, I do NOT believe in the Hindu or Buddhist doctrine of "karma" at all. I want to make that point very clear. Let me see if I can land the proverbial plane here. I've said this many times, and I know I'm not the only one. Satan is the "master counterfeiter" of all things holy. He takes something that is Godly and scriptural, he twists it, perverts it, and mixes it with lies to create a deadly counterfeit version. The enemy took this concept from the Scriptures - period! Let's take a look at what the Word of God says. In the end, that's all that really matters. Look with me at Galatians 6:7-10, which says:

“Do not be deceived: God is not mocked, for whatever one sows, that will he also reap. For the one who sows to his own flesh will from the flesh reap corruption, but the one who sows to the Spirit will from the Spirit reap eternal life. And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. So then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to everyone, and especially to those who are of the household of faith.” (NKJV)

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One thing to note about these verses is that they do not only apply in a negative sense, which is what is most often attributed, but they also work for good. In other words, what you sow is what you will reap, as these verses so plainly and simply point out.

This has nothing to do with some kind of "cosmic force" or "energy" that will punish you if you do evil deeds or, on the contrary, reward you if you do good deeds. However, it has everything to do with the omniscience of God. He knows all things and sees all things. None of the intentions of the heart are hidden from Him... none of them! See what Jesus said in Matthew 7:2:

“For with what judgment (or condemnation) you judge, you will be judged; and with the measure you use, it will be measured back to you.” (NKJV)

Let me break it down to you in 5 simple words: God Will Not Be Mocked! That’s the bottom line. Raisi, or “the butcher of Tehran” as he was also known has threatened Israel many times. Take a look for yourself. Watch Raisi’s comment, from a recent video, after the April retaliatory attack by Iran via Hezbollah on Israel, wherein 300+ drones and missiles were used in the attack:

Many leaders around the world see Israel as a scourge to the planet. An “occupying Zionist regime”. They’re aggressive towards her. However, they fail to realize that God says what He means and means what He says! Especially in light of Genesis 12:3, that says:

“I will bless those who bless you, And I will curse him who curses you; And in you all the families of the earth shall be blessed.” (NKJV)

Unfortunately, too many people think that this doesn’t apply to them, for whatever stupid reason. Some may think that their political position doesn’t apply, others just think that since they don’t believe in God, well, that solves the problem for them. Sorry, I hate to break it to you, it doesn’t work that way. Think about it, one might not believe in gravity, but, whether you believe in it or not, if you jump off of a cliff, you’ll quickly find out that gravity indeed does exist.

Well, Raisi has found out that there is ONE God and His name is the Great I AM, Jehovah, King of kings and Lord of Lords. He’s the Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end. He, along with other senior officials become deeply acquainted that God meant what He said in Galatians, Matthew and Genesis…very seriously! No going back for them now.

It reminds me of the comedian, Heather McDonald who mocked Jesus on stage at the Improv. The last words she got out before going down were “Clearly Jesus loves me the most”, in a mocking tone. (See video below)

As I stated earlier…God WILL NOT be mocked! My suggestion: Don’t even try it!

SO, WHAT NOW? DOES THIS CHANGE ANYTHING PROPHETICALLY?

The death of Raisi raises questions in regards to end-time bible prophecy when it comes to Iran/Persia/Elam. Will this event embolden Iran to clamp down on their vow to wipe Israel off the map? Will there be civil war in Iran leading to a deposing of the current radical Islamist regime? Will the judgment on Elam as prophesied by the prophet Jeremiah take place now? Is Jeremiah 49:34-39 a future prophecy or a past, already fulfilled prophecy? Has ‘Elam’s’ bow been broken?

Again, this can change things for the “better” or for the “worse”. We don’t know, but, what we do know is that Raisi is dead, along with the Finance Minister and other senior officials. The Iranian regime will be looking to bolster their evil stance and seek sympathy. This might embolden the International Criminal Court even further to clamp down on seeking an arrest warrant for Benjamin Netanyahu, who is doing nothing more than defending his country, the Jewish people and their right to exist. And it might embolden a true demonic criminal by the name of Yahya Sinwar; the Hamas leader behind the October 7th attacks—a man that Israel calls a ‘dead man walking’.

I’m no expert on future wars that ARE coming. It’s not a matter of ‘IF’ but a matter of ‘WHEN’. I know they are. Why? Because the Word of God tells us so. When they will happen is a matter of speculation. Before the rapture? After the rapture? I can’t say for certain. I believe most will take place in what I like to call ‘The Gap Period’, which spans post-rapture and pre-tribulation.

So again, how will the death of this type of anti-Christ play out is yet to be seen. I’m curious if America’s tripling production of their MOP (Massive Ordinance Penetrator) Bomb has anything to do with taking out Iran’s nuclear facilities. One of which is located in ancient region of ‘Elam’. Some believe that Iran might already have nuclear capabilities and only require the delivery method.

At the end of the day, it’s important that we heed what the Word of God has to say. Will this accelerate us towards the fulfillment of Jeremiah 49:34-39? I don’t know. But, I think it’s vital for all of us to have a firm grasp as to what it says, means, and the possibility of it happening in the very near future.

Map of Ancient Elam, Persia and Current Land Mass of Iran. Courtesy Prophecy Depot Ministries.

This is why I had Dr. Bill Salus join me on the podcast today to discuss all of these possibilities. To answer questions for us that we might not have taken into consideration. Some Bible scholars think that Jeremiah 49:34-39 was already fulfilled by Nebuchadnezzar II back in the sixth century. Most, such as Dr. John Walvoord, Dr. Arnold Fruchtenbaum, Dr. Arno Gaebelein, Dr. J. Dwight Pentecost and Dr. Charles Dyer believe it to be a yet future prophecy…in ‘the latter days’.

Dr. Bill Salus does a fantastic job at breaking down all of this information in a way that is easy to understand and “digest”. I know that for someone like myself, I need all the help I can get. Like I said, I am not a scholar by any stretch of the imagination, nor am I an expert in these areas of ancient societies, their geographical locations and where those exist today. So, I rely on the expertise of men like Dr. Bill Salus to help me understand.

Family, we are definitely living in extraordinary prophetic times to say the least, and, we are tasked to understand them. We must be aware of the times and seasons we are in, so that we can be a testimony and witness to the world around us, not only of God’s love, redemption and salvation; but to give an explanation as to how world events transpiring right now line up with the Bible. This will only go to reinforce what we read in Revelation 19:10c that says:

“For it is the Spirit of prophecy who bears testimony to Jesus.”

We can use Bible prophecy to point people to Jesus. The Lord said these things were going to happen, so you can count on it! Remember that Jesus made mention of this very principal right before identifying His betrayer at the last supper when He said the following in John 13:19:

“Now I tell you before it comes, that when it does come to pass, you may believe that I am He.” (NKJV)

WHAT NOW?

Simple.Keep your eyes on Jesus. Study His Word daily. Stay in prayer. Seek Him in all things. Share the Gospel with whoever will listen. Don’t worry about what lies ahead because He knows the end from the beginning. Be hopeful in the fact that He is coming back for His own soon in the rapture of the church! All of this has to happen. It’s part of His perfect prophetic plan, but, for those in Christ, be encouraged by what we read in 1 Thessalonians 5:9-10:

“For God has not destined us for wrath, but to obtain salvation through our Lord Jesus Christ, who died for us so that whether we are awake or asleep we might live with him.” (NKJV)

If you don’t know who Jesus is (here’s how), I implore you not to put it off. Call of the name of the Lord to be saved. Don’t wait until it’s too late. One never knows the day when you will stand face to face with God Almighty.

Have a nice day!

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Links:

Dr. Bill Salus’ Prophecy Depot Ministries

Interpreting the Prophecy of Elam: Salus vs. Hitchcock

Has the Prophecy of Elam in Jeremiah 49:34-39 Been Historically Fulfilled?

Nuclear Showdown in Iran, The Ancient Prophecy of Elam Trailer

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