Katrina Rita Earthquakes and Tsunamis Mother Nature or Father God
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Katrina, Rita, Earthquakes, and Tsunamis: Nature's Fury or Divine Judgment?
Summary:
The debate over whether natural disasters are divine judgments is a longstanding one, especially as it relates to Christ's prophesied return. Over the past 35 years, I've explored this question extensively. Here are some insights.
Introduction:
In our politically charged world, can entire kingdoms be symbolically revealed through visions, such as those found in the Bible? When John uses the symbol of a beast to depict the antichrist in Revelation, it might seem too uncertain to trust. However, similar predictions have already been fulfilled. For instance, Daniel foresaw the rise and fall of the Babylonian, Medo-Persian, Greek, and Roman empires through his own visions, which are now part of history.
Natural Disasters: Signs of the End?
While the frequency of disasters might seem like a sign of the end times, they are more accurately indicators of approaching turmoil rather than the end itself. Jesus highlighted that such events?"wars, famines, and earthquakes?"are just the start of sorrows, paving the way for the great tribulation.
Are Disasters Divine Judgments?
Disasters may reflect divine judgments for humanity’s sins, yet they aren't the judgments detailed in Revelation. Those are unique, God-driven events involving the breaking of seals, trumpets, and vials of wrath. These are divine acts meant to glorify God alone.
God’s patience has allowed us to question His intervention, but Deuteronomy 28 demonstrates His willingness to bless or judge based on obedience or defiance. The chapter outlines 14 verses of blessings for obedience and 54 verses of consequences for disobedience, emphasizing divine judgment’s reality.
A Reflection on Specific Disasters:
The tsunami that devastated parts of Indonesia, killing hundreds of thousands, was a tragedy that prompted global mourning. This region, notorious for its child pornography and trafficking?"which reportedly generates billions?"could be seen as facing divine judgment. Jesus warned against harming the innocent, likening it to deserving a millstone around one's neck.
About the Author:
Rev. Bresciani has authored two notable Christian books, including one on Christ's second coming, and has written extensively online and in print. Visit his website at www.americanprophet.org.
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