The Red Heifer and the Third Jewish Temple A few months back I had been listening to the news and heard on one broadcast commemorating the 100th day of the vicious and unwarranted brutal attack on Jewish families in Israel, Oct. 7th, that a Muslim speaker had at least in part, attributed the attack to Israel bringing in Red Heifers for a future purification sacrifice that would preceed the building of their third temple. To many, this just flew over their heads, but to those who are Christian "Watchers on the Wall" our ears perked up. A couple years back, a rancher in Texas had sent five Red Heifer cattle to Israel after they were inspected by a team of Jewish rabbi's. These Red Heifer cattle had to be spotless and without any blemish to be considered for the Numbers 19 sacrifice, a sacrifice that religious Jews have been waiting for since the destruction of their 2nd temple in AD 70 at the hands of the Romans. This wait has been 1,954 years long. Imagine that. Major
A lot of folks are wondering what is happening in the world and whether the current Russian invasion of Ukraine has any bearing on end-time events. Could the event turn into WW III? Some are very fearful and concerned about their future and by rights, we all should be at the least concerned. War always brings much fear and can be very unnerving. But can any person on earth who is fearful find hope? Yes! Assurance of Hope As you know, I write from a Christian worldview for it is only in that worldview sure hope is found, Hebrews 6:19a "This hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and steadfast." This hope is gained of course, through faith in the only one who has ever defeated death and rose to the heights of heaven where He intercedes daily for all those who will place their hope and faith in Him. That Person is the Lord Jesus Christ. Hebrews 7:25-25 states: "But He, because He continues forever, has an unchangeable priesthood. Therefore, He is also able to sa