Does the current state of Israel represent a significant turning point in the fulfillment of Biblical prophecies? What insights can the Bible offer on this important issue?
1. What Do the Prophecies Say About Israel’s Future?
Why embrace the Christian worldview? It is only 2,000 years old, while other faiths and philosophies have existed far longer. Here’s our response:
Christianity’s Roots Are Older Than 2,000 Years
A common misunderstanding is that Christianity “started” 2,000 years ago with Jesus, while other religions are more ancient. But biblically, Christianity is not a new religion — it is the fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan that began “before the foundation of the world” (Ephesians 1:4).
This is a very important question that often comes up in dialogue with Muslim friends: “We Muslims believe in Jesus. Why don’t you Christians believe in Muhammad?”
Why These Movements Unite Today
Although Islam (as a religion) and Marxism/Communism (as atheistic political ideologies) are very different, they sometimes form tactical alliances. The reasons include:
The September 11, 2001, attacks, driven by radical jihad ideology and political grievances, resulted in nearly 3,000 deaths. The Bible provides a framework for understanding and responding to such evil with truth and love.
