{"id":41523,"date":"2017-04-07T06:00:50","date_gmt":"2017-04-07T14:00:50","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.cogwriter.com\/news\/?p=41523"},"modified":"2017-04-08T13:17:14","modified_gmt":"2017-04-08T21:17:14","slug":"trump-bombed-syria-how-might-this-align-with-biblical-prophecy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cogwriter.com\/news\/prophecy\/trump-bombed-syria-how-might-this-align-with-biblical-prophecy\/","title":{"rendered":"Trump bombed Syria: How might this align with biblical prophecy?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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COGwriter<\/a><\/p>\n

US President Donald Trump ordered the bombing of a military installation in Syria:<\/p>\n

April 7, 2017<\/p>\n

The cruise missiles that crashed down before dawn on a Syrian airfield sent a clear message to President Bashar Assad: The use of chemical weapons will be met with U.S. force. …<\/p>\n

President Donald Trump said the goal of the military action was deterrence. Officials said strikes targeted the Shayrat airfield to prevent it from being used to launch attacks like the one this week that killed about 100 people and provided sickening images of individuals suffering from exposure to a sarin-like nerve gas. The field\u2019s airstrips, hangars, control tower and ammunition areas were struck.<\/p>\n

Where is Syria policy going?<\/strong><\/p>\n

The United States is not at war with Syria \u2014 at least not yet. The intervention was extremely limited, giving Assad\u2019s military the ability to end it there by changing its behavior and allowing for Washington to incrementally expand its military action if required.<\/p>\n

But the surprise barrage of missiles raises questions about where U.S. Syria policy is headed after Trump\u2019s rapid reversal of positions in recent days. Just last week, his administration stressed that removing Assad from power was no longer a priority and that America\u2019s focus was entirely on defeating an Islamic State insurgency in the north of the country. But Thursday night Trump appeared to endorse a new, open-ended commitment to respond to any use by Assad of weapons of mass destruction. …<\/p>\n

\u201cIt is in this vital national security interest of the United States to prevent and deter the spread and use of deadly chemical weapons,\u201d Trump said. …<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Navy Capt. Jeff Davis, a Pentagon spokesman, said the U.S. was still assessing the result of the 59 Tomahawks it fired, expressing hope that Assad\u2019s government learned a lesson. He said it was ultimately \u201cthe regime\u2019s choice\u201d if more U.S. military action would be needed. …
\nEdward Djerejian, a former U.S. ambassador to Syria and professor at Rice University, said Trump\u2019s message to the region\u2019s potential foes was clear.<\/p>\n

\u201cAssad thought he had a green light to do what he needed to do in Syria to counter the opposition to his regime,\u201d Djerejian said. \u201cBy proceeding with this attack, it\u2019s a signal to Assad, to the Russians, it\u2019s a signal to the Iranians, to Hezbollah and all those supporting Assad\u2019s regime that this is not a free playing field. There are limits.\u201d http:\/\/www.voanews.com\/a\/analysis-trump-sends-syria-message-one-with-risks\/3800332.html<\/a><\/p>\n

7 April 2017<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Reactions poured in from across the globe both defending and defying\u00a0the US’ unilateral missile strikes<\/a> on a Syrian airbase, effectively solidifying those supporting and opposing President Bashar al-Assad’s regime.<\/p>\n

Washington’s allies came out behind the\u00a0attack on the airbase, which was allegedly used by Syrian regime warplanes to launch a suspected chemical attack<\/a> earlier in the week. But the action has further entrenched opposing positions in the conflict. …<\/p>\n

NATO<\/a>\u00a0allies, including the UK, Turkey and Italy, said they viewed the development positively. Throughout Syria’s civil war, the West has consistently called for a political solution to the conflict that would require Assad to relinquish power<\/a>. The US missile strikes on a Syrian military facility effectively corner the White House into supporting that position, one that Trump has attempted<\/a>\u00a0to sideline<\/a>\u00a0since assuming office.<\/p>\n

On the other side, Russia<\/a>\u00a0and Iran have insisted that Assad’s position in government is not negotiable. Moscow, which has politically and militarily supported Assad’s regime, said the missile strikes further strain relations between Russia and the US, and effectively hamper the international fight against terrorism.<\/p>\n

“President Putin considers the US strikes against Syrian an aggression against a sovereign country violating the norms of international law, and under trumped-up pretext at that,” said presidential spokesman Dmitry Peskov in comments circulated by state-owned TASS news agency. …<\/p>\n

Gains for regional allies<\/strong><\/p>\n

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said he “fully supports” Trump’s decision, adding that it sent a “strong and clear message” that “the use and spread of chemical weapons will not be tolerated.” …<\/p>\n

The US’ strategic ally Saudi Arabia described Trump’s order to launch the missile strikes against the airbase as a “courageous action.” http:\/\/www.dw.com\/en\/us-polarizes-world-with-attack-on-syrian-regime\/a-38333447<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Donald Trump surprised many, although he gave hints he a couple of days ago.<\/p>\n

Donald Trump, in my view, decided to send a message to many around the world. In addition to his ‘stand’ against the use of chemical weapons, he sent a message to North Korea (Korea in Prophecy, Any Witness?<\/a>) and Iran (Iran in Prophecy<\/a>) that he may not take time to negotiate, before taking military action. To Russia and China, he seems to be sending a message that he will take military action against their allies (though in this case, his Administration did inform the Russian government that they were going to do this–and apparently he personally conveyed something to China’s President who he has been meeting with). To Israel and the Arab nations, he is signalling that his patience with certain players is limited and that he will take action when he feels it appropriate. He basically is sending the same message to the rest of the world. To the USA, he is basically following the strategy he laid out before–do not say what you will do to tip off the other side and then take action. And he did.<\/p>\n

Now getting past that, are there prophetic ramifications of this strike?<\/p>\n

Yes.<\/p>\n

First, though, this is NOT the start of WWIII (see also World War III: Steps in Progress<\/a>). Russia does not care for what happened, but considering that it restored relations with Turkey after Turkey intentionally shot down a Russian plane, I believe that US-Russian relations have not been irreparably damaged by this.<\/p>\n

Second, it is possible that operatives of the Syrian government (and there are thousands of Syrian refugees in the USA and Canada, and more in Germany and parts of Europe) will take some type of terrorist actions consistent with the following:<\/p>\n

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8 The Lord sent a word against Jacob, And it has fallen on Israel. 9 All the people will know — Ephraim and the inhabitant of Samaria — … 11 Therefore the Lord shall set up The adversaries of Rezin against him, And spur his enemies on, 12 The Syrians before and the Philistines behind; And they shall devour Israel with an open mouth. (Isaiah 9:8-9, 11-12)<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Syrian refugees are a potential problem. The Bible clearly is prophesying problems from Syrians and Palestinians. And this would be expected to include terrorism.<\/p>\n

As far as other prophecies, Daniel 11:40-43 and Psalm 83:4-8 apply–which means that Syria will have to change. Notice something I posted about that back in 2012:<\/p>\n

Syria will change, now or later. The King of the South will rise up (Daniel 11:40), it will not be Iran, and thus Syria (directly or indirectly) is likely to play a role in that occurrence.\u00a0 Syria will end up being a supporter of that king\u2013thus the situation in Syria must change.<\/p>\n

Various former COG writers have tied Syria in with an end time confederation and\/or the King of the South.<\/p>\n

Daniel 11 also mentions some of the Mideast peoples who will be involved in that struggle among the nations at the close of this age. The belligerents will include the \u201cKing of the North,\u201d the leader of the European Union (or its final outgrowth, called the \u201cBeast\u201d). The \u201cKing of the South\u201d (an Islamic leader\u2014<\/em>apparently from Egypt {or} some other Muslim state<\/em>) is also referred to. The following lands\/peoples are specifically mentioned: Egypt, the Holy Land (Israel\/Palestine<\/em>), the Ethiopians (modern Cushites,<\/em> south of Egypt), Libya, Edom, Moab and Ammon. Many descendants of the ancient peoples known as Edomites or Idumeans now live in the West Bank, Jordan, Iraq, Turkey, Syria, Arabia, Yemen, the Persian Gulf states, etc. (McNair R. Solving the Arab-Israeli Impasse! Copyright Raymond F. McNair 2005, Church of God\u201421st Century).<\/p>\n

King David of ancient Israel in a prophetic psalm (Psalm 83) provides additional insight into the Mideast picture. Germany (Assyria<\/em> in Bible prophecy) and perhaps the rest of Europe will be in league in the future with a union of Arab nations\u2013a vast confederacy bound together in an effort to crush out the name \u201cIsrael\u201d from the face of the earth! This Arab-Moslem confederacy may very well be the previously mentioned \u201cking of the south\u201d\u2013a sphere of power encompassing vast portions of the Islamic world.<\/p>\n

\u201cThey have said, Come, and let us cut them off from being a nation; that the name of Israel may be no more in remembrance. For they have consulted together<\/em> with one consent: they are confederate<\/em> against thee: The tabernacles of Edom [Esau or modern-day Turkey, a non-Arab but Islamic nation], and the Ishmaelites [Saudi Arabia]; of Moab [part of Jordan], and the Hagarenes [anciently these peoples dwelt in the area known as Syria today]; Gebal [Lebanon], and Ammon [modern Jordan], and Amalek [part of the Turks]; the Philistines [the modern Palestinians] with the inhabitants of Tyre [Lebanon]; Assur<\/em> [whose descendants, the Assyrians, migrated to Germany] also is joined with them<\/em>: they have holpen the children of Lot [Jordan and Western Iraq]\u201d (Psalm 83:4-8)\u2026(Stump K.\u00a0 The Arab World in Prophecy.\u00a0 The Plain Truth, December 1979) …<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

The Bible shows that Syria\u2019s capital city Damascus will be destroyed:<\/p>\n

7 thus says the Lord God: \u201cIt shall not stand, Nor shall it come to pass. 8 For the head of Syria is Damascus (Isaiah 7:7-8)<\/p>\n

3 Thus says the Lord: \u201cFor three transgressions of Damascus, and for four, I will not turn away its punishment, Because they have threshed Gilead with implements of iron. (Amos 1:3)<\/p>\n

1 The burden against Damascus. \u201cBehold, Damascus will cease from being a city, And it will be a ruinous heap. (Isaiah 17:1)<\/p>\n

23 Against Damascus. \u201cHamath and Arpad are shamed, For they have heard bad news. They are fainthearted; There is trouble on the sea; It cannot be quiet. 24 Damascus has grown feeble; She turns to flee, And fear has seized her. Anguish and sorrows have taken her like a woman in labor. 25 Why is the city of praise not deserted, the city of My joy? 26 Therefore her young men shall fall in her streets, And all the men of war shall be cut off in that day,\u201d says the Lord of hosts. 27 \u201cI will kindle a fire in the wall of Damascus, And it shall consume the palaces of Ben-Hadad.\u201d\u00a0 (Jeremiah 49:23-27)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

As Jesus said in Mark 13:37, we all should watch. There will be changes in Syria and Damascus will be destroyed. The continuing violence there is likely to play a role in that. (Thiel B. \u2018Damascus Volcano\u2019 and CP: \u2018Damascus a Ruinous Heap?\u2019<\/a> COGwriter, July 21, 2012)<\/p>\n

Egypt will be part of an end-time confederation according to the Bible (Ezekiel 30:1-9).<\/p>\n

A confederation that will include Syria.\u00a0 Even though Syria\u2019s current President Bashar Assad is a Shi\u2019ite Muslim, he will not be able to stop this from happening. …<\/p>\n

An Islamic confederation that will include the land of Syria and Egypt is coming (Daniel 11:40-43; Ezekiel 30:1-9; Psalm 83:4-8) is coming.<\/p>\n

A worsening situation in Syria and dictatorial situation in Egypt would seem to be factors in speeding up this occurrence. (Thiel B. Leaders issue warnings about Damascus, Israel, and Egypt<\/a>. COGwriter, December 17, 2012)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

And notice something from 2013:<\/p>\n

Syria\u2019s Assad can make claims, but making them happen is another matter. …<\/p>\n

Since the Bible suggests that Syria will support the coming final King of the South (Daniel 11:40-43; Ezekiel 30:1-8) and a change in or from the Assad regime will be necessary for this to happen\u2013and it will come to pass.<\/p>\n

An Islamic confederation that will include the land of Syria is coming (Daniel 11:40-43; Ezekiel 30:1-8; Psalm 83:4-8) is coming. A worsening situation in Syria would seem to be a factor in speeding up this occurrence. (Thiel B. Syria\u2019s Assad says his side is going to win, but the Bible indicates otherwise<\/a>. COGwriter, January 6, 2013)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

The bombing of Syria is a weakening blow against the Assad regime.<\/p>\n

At some point in time, Syria will change and support the coming King of the South<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Some items of possibly related interest may include:<\/em><\/p>\n

Damascus and Syria in Prophecy <\/a>Will Bashar Assad hold power as he has it? Does the Bible show that Damascus, the capital of Syria, will be destroyed? What will happen to Syria? Will the Syrians support the final King of the South that the Bible tells will rise up? Which scriptures discuss the rise and fall of an Arabic confederation? Does Islamic prophecy predict the destruction of Syria. This is a YouTube video.
\nThe Arab and Islamic World In the Bible, History, and Prophecy<\/a> The Bible discusses the origins of the Arab world and discusses the Middle East in prophecy. What is ahead for the Middle East and those who follow Islam? What about the Imam Mahdi? What lies ahead for Turkey, Iran, and the other non-Arabic Muslims? An item of possibly related interest in the Spanish language would be: L\u00edderes iran\u00edes condenan la hipocres\u00eda de Occidente y declaran que ahora es tiempo para prepararse para el Armaged\u00f3n, la guerra, y el Im\u00e1n Mahdi<\/a>.
\nIs the Future King of the South Rising Up?<\/a> Some no longer believe there needs to be a future King of the South. Might Egypt, Islam, Iran, Arabs, or Ethiopia be involved? Might this King be called the Mahdi or Caliph? What does the Bible say? A YouTube video of related interest may be: The Future King of the South is Rising<\/a>.
\nIran in Prophecy<\/a> Is Iran in Bible prophecy? If so, what does the Bible teach? What names, other than Persia, may be used to describe Iran? There is also a related YouTube video titled Iran In Prophecy<\/span><\/a>.
\n<\/span>The Muslim Brotherhood and the Rise of the King of the South<\/a> The Bible tells of the formation of a power of nations that are in the Middle East and North Africa that are part of the final “King of the South” (Daniel 11:40-43) The Muslim Brotherhood wishes to have an Islamic empire with basically the same nations. This YouTube video explains what to expect from such a confederation.<\/span>
\nWhy Terrorism? Is Terrorism Prophesied?<\/a> What does the Bible teach? Which nations may be affected? Here is a link to a related sermon: Terrorism, Christianity, and Islam<\/a>.
\nWorld War III: Steps in Progress<\/a> Are there surprising actions going on now that are leading to WWIII? Might a nuclear attack be expected? Does the Bible promise protection to all or only some Christians? How can you be part of those that will be protected? A related video would be Is World War III About to Begin? Can You Escape?<\/a>
\nRussia and Ukraine: Their Origins and Prophesied Future<\/a> Russia in prophecy. Where do the Russians come from? What about those in the Ukraine? What is prophesied for Russia and its allies? What will they do to the Europeans that supported the Beast in the end? There is also a video sermon available: Russia in the Bible and in Prophecy <\/span><\/a>and a video sermonette available: Ukraine in Prophecy?<\/a>
\nIs Russia the King of the North?<\/a> Some claim it is. But what does the Bible teach? Here is a link to a video, also titled Is Russia the King of the North? <\/a>
\nEzekiel 38: For Russia & Iran in Our Day?<\/a> Is Ezekiel 38 about to be fulfilled? A related video is available titled Ezekiel 38: For Russia, Ukraine, & Iran Now?<\/a> Another could be Russia, Iran, Syria, & the Bible (Code)<\/a>.
\nKorea in Prophecy, Any Witness?<\/a> Where did the Korean people come from? Does God have a plan for the Koreans? Is Korea mentioned in any prophecies? Will Koreans be among the first in the Kingdom of God? Here is a machine-translated link to that article in Korean: \ud55c\uad6d\uc758 \uc5b8\uc5b4\ub85c : \ud55c\uad6d \uc608\uc5b8, \ubaa8\ub4e0 \uc99d\uc778\uc5d0?<\/a>; here is a link to that article in Mandarin Chinese: \u5728\u9884\u8a00\u4e2d\u7684\u97e9\u56fd\uff1a\u6709\u4efb\u4f55\u8bc1\u4eba\u5417\uff1f<\/a>
\nWhen Will the Great Tribulation Begin? 2017, 2018, or 2019?<\/a> Can the Great Tribulation begin today? What happens before the Great Tribulation in the “beginning of sorrows”? What happens in the Great Tribulation and the Day of the Lord? Is this the time of the Gentiles? When is the earliest that the Great Tribulation can begin? What is the Day of the Lord? Who are the 144,000? Here is a version of the article in the Spanish language: \u00bfPuede comenzar la Gran Tribulaci\u00f3n en 2016 o 2017? \u00bfEs el Tiempo de los Gentiles?<\/a> You can also see the English language sermon videos: The Great Tribulation from the Mount of Olives<\/a> and Can the Great Tribulation begin before 2020?<\/a> A shorter video is: Will the Great Tribulation Start in 2017?<\/a>
\nDonald Trump in Prophecy<\/a> Prophecy, Donald Trump? Are there prophecies that Donald Trump may fulfill? Are there any prophecies that he has already helped fulfill? Could a Donald Trump presidency be apocalyptic? A related video is titled: Donald: ‘Trump of God’ or Apocalyptic?<\/a>
\nDonald Trump and America\u2019s Apocalypse<\/a> This 188 page book is for people truly interested in prophecies related to Donald Trump and the United States, including learning about several that have already been fulfilled and those that will be fulfilled in the future. The physical book can be purchased at Amazon for $12.99 from the following link: Donald Trump and America\u2019s Apocalypse<\/a>.
\nDonald Trump and America\u2019s Apocalypse-Kindle Edition<\/a> This electronic version of the 188 page print edition is available for only US$3.99. And you do not need an actual Kindle device to read it. Why? Amazon will allow you to download it to almost any device: Please click HERE to download one of Amazon s Free<\/strong> Reader Apps<\/a>. After you go to for your free Kindle reader and then go to Donald Trump and America\u2019s Apocalypse-Kindle Edition<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

US Tomahawk missile headed to Syria COGwriter US President Donald Trump ordered the bombing of a military installation in Syria: April 7, 2017 The cruise missiles that crashed down before dawn on a Syrian airfield sent a clear message to President Bashar Assad: The use of chemical weapons will be met with U.S. force. … […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-41523","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-prophecy"],"aioseo_notices":[],"aioseo_head":"\n\t\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t