{"id":42266,"date":"2017-05-20T07:30:20","date_gmt":"2017-05-20T15:30:20","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.cogwriter.com\/news\/?p=42266"},"modified":"2017-05-20T12:12:38","modified_gmt":"2017-05-20T20:12:38","slug":"is-donald-trump-arming-part-of-the-king-of-the-south","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cogwriter.com\/news\/prophecy\/is-donald-trump-arming-part-of-the-king-of-the-south\/","title":{"rendered":"Largest single arms deal in US history! Is Donald Trump arming part of the King of the South?"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\nSaudi Arabia’s King King Salman bin Abdull
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COGwriter<\/a><\/p>\n

Donald Trump and his Administration have just made a major arms deal with Saudi Arabia:<\/p>\n

May 20, 2017<\/p>\n

RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA \u2014\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Saudi Arabian King Salman Bin Abdulaziz presented U.S. President Donald Trump with the kingdom’s highest civilian honor Saturday during a meeting at the Royal Court in the Saudi capital of Riyadh. … During Trump\u2019s two days in the Middle East kingdom, a weapons deal worth more than $100 billion is set to be unveiled, and the Saudi royals have invited dozens of leaders from across the Muslim world to meet with Trump. http:\/\/www.voanews.com\/a\/trump-to-meet-dozens-of-muslim-leaders-leaders-during-saudi-visit\/3862443.html<\/a><\/p>\n

May 20, 2017<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

The United States has sealed an arms deal to Saudi Arabia, the White House announced on Saturday, a move that solidifies its decades-long alliance with the world’s largest energy producer just as President Donald Trump<\/a> begins an official visit to the country.<\/p>\n

The agreement, which is worth $350 billion over 10 years and $110 billion that will take effect immediately, was hailed by the White House as “a significant expansion of\u2026[the] security relationship” between the two countries. It represents an enhancement of Saudi Arabia’s military capabilities as tensions flare in the region, with the U.S. viewing the Saudis as a linchpin in efforts to check the global ambitions of Iran.<\/p>\n

“This package of defense equipment and services support the long-term security of Saudi Arabia and the Gulf region in the face of Iranian threats, while also bolstering the Kingdom’s ability to contribute to counter terrorism operations across the region, reducing the burden on the U.S. military to conduct those operations,” the White House said in a statement. http:\/\/www.cnbc.com\/2017\/05\/20\/us-saudi-arabia-seal-weapons-deal-worth-nearly-110-billion-as-trump-begins-visit.html<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Despite Donald Trump’s anti-Muslim rhetoric, the New York Times<\/em> reported today that Saudi Arabia prefers him to former President Barack Obama who, among other things, froze certain arms sales to the Arabs (https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/2017\/05\/20\/world\/middleeast\/donald-trump-saudi-arabia.html). The Hill<\/em> had the following report:<\/p>\n

May 20, 2017<\/p>\n

U.S.-Saudi relations soured throughout the course of the Obama administration.<\/p>\n

The Saudis opposed the Iran nuclear deal because it did not address its archrival\u2019s other activities, such as Iran\u2019s support for group likes Hezbollah.<\/p>\n

The Obama administration was also increasingly critical of the Saudis\u2019 conduct in the Yemen civil war and curtailed some military support for the campaign in the final month of his presidency. …<\/p>\n

Trump has made disparaging comments about Muslims and more specifically about Saudi Arabia, saying the United States is \u201closing a tremendous amount of money\u201d to defending the kingdom.<\/p>\n

But the Saudis are hopeful for Trump for two reasons, said Steven Sache, executive vice president of the Arab Gulf States Institute.<\/p>\n

First, he\u2019s not Obama.<\/p>\n

\u201cFor the Saudis this is an enormous opportunity to rewrite the script,\u201d he said. \u201cTrump is very different than Barack Obama<\/a><\/span>.\u201d<\/p>\n

Second, Sache said, Trump\u2019s views align with the Saudis in many areas. Both take a hardline stance on Iran, and Trump is open to selling to the Saudis weapons so they can defend themselves without U.S. troops. http:\/\/thehill.com\/policy\/defense\/334323-saudi-arabia-courts-trump<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

So, the situation is different with Saudi Arabia now. Notice a Tweet from President Trump’s press secretary:<\/p>\n

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Sean Spicer<\/span> <\/a><\/p>\n

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\u2714<\/b><\/span> @PressSec<\/span> <\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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In Saudi Arabia @<\/span>POTUS<\/span><\/a> has just completed largest single arms deal in US history, negotiating a package totaling more than $109.7 billion<\/p>\n

But first, recall that last year, what was billed as the world’s largest military exercise was conducted in Saudi Arabia, and it included Egyptian and other troops (see World\u2019s largest military exercise taking place in Saudi Arabia\u2013a prelude to the King of the South?<\/a>).<\/p>\n

Now, consider that the Bible tells of the rise of a militaristic power in the region of North Africa and the Middle East, termed King of the South<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Here is a Protestant and a Catholic translation of some of the passages in Daniel related to the coming King of the South<\/a>:<\/p>\n

40 “In the end times the southern king will attack him. The northern king will rush at him like a storm with chariots, horses, and many ships. He will invade countries, overwhelm them, and pass through their land. 41 He will invade the beautiful land, and tens of thousands will be defeated. But Edom, Moab, and the leaders of the Ammonites will escape from his power. 42 He will use his power against many countries. Even Egypt will not escape. 43 He will control gold and silver treasures and all Egypt’s treasuries. Libya and Sudan will surrender to him. (GOD’S WORD Translation)<\/p>\n

40 ‘When the time comes for the End, the king of the south will try conclusions with him; but the king of the north will come storming down on him with chariots, cavalry, and a large fleet. He will invade countries, overrun them and drive on. 41 He will invade the Land of Splendour, and many will fall; but Edom, Moab, and what remains of the sons of Ammon will escape him. 42 ‘He will reach out to attack countries: Egypt will not escape him. 43 The gold and silver treasures and all the valuables of Egypt will lie in his power. Libyans and Cushites will be at his feet: (Daniel 11:40-43, New Jerusalem Bible)<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Notice that the time will come when the King of the South will lead a major military force against the final King of the North<\/a>. While the final King of the South has not yet formed, and will one day fail, steps to form the biblically-prophesied confederation are taking place. In order to attack, the King of the South needs to have weapons it feels will assist it.<\/p>\n

The sale of so many US arms to Saudi Arabia seems to be a step in that direction.<\/p>\n

Also notice that the Bible shows, in another place, that a time is coming when the confederation of Arabs and Egypt will be destroyed and it is in the FUTURE as it is near the day of the LORD:<\/p>\n

1 The word of the LORD came to me: 2 “Son of man, prophesy and say: ‘This is what the Sovereign LORD says:<\/p>\n

“‘Wail and say, “Alas for that day!” 3 For the day is near, the day of the LORD is near- a day of clouds, a time of doom for the nations. 4 A sword will come against Egypt, and anguish will come upon Cush. When the slain fall in Egypt, her wealth will be carried away and her foundations torn down. <\/strong><\/p>\n

5 Cush and Put, Lydia and all Arabia, Libya and the people of the covenant land will fall by the sword along with Egypt. <\/strong><\/p>\n

6 “‘This is what the LORD says:<\/p>\n

“‘The allies of Egypt will fall and her proud strength will fail. From Migdol to Aswan they will fall by the sword within her, declares the Sovereign LORD. 7 “‘They will be desolate among desolate lands, and their cities will lie among ruined cities. 8 Then they will know that I am the LORD, when I set fire to Egypt and all her helpers are crushed.<\/p>\n

9 “‘On that day messengers will go out from me in ships to frighten Cush out of her complacency. Anguish will take hold of them on the day of Egypt’s doom, for it is sure to come (Ezekiel 30:1-9, NIV).<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

And this seems to be the destruction of the King of the South by the King of the North<\/a> in Daniel 11:40-43 as Ezekiel 30:4-5 sounds very much like Daniel 11:42-43.<\/p>\n

So, we see that a power that includes the Arab lands is going to be taken over militarily one day. Getting weapons will not prevent this, but apparently will be a factor in provoking this (cf. Daniel 11:40).<\/p>\n

Prophesied events are moving ahead.<\/p>\n

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

The Prophesied \u2018Islamic\u2019 Confederation<\/a> Where is an Islamic caliphate prophesied? Will one happen? Should you be concerned about it? A related video is Will an Arabic Calphiphate Destroy the West?<\/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><\/span>.
\nHow Will Middle East Peace be Brought About?<\/a> Can humans bring peace to the Middle East? Here is a link to a related video: Middle East Peace? When?<\/a>
\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>.
\nDifferences Between Islam and the Continuing<\/em> Church of God<\/a> What are some of the main differences? Are there any similarities? A video of related interest is titled: Islam: Any Christian Concerns or Similarities?<\/a>
\nLibya, Algeria, Morocco, and Tunisia in Prophecy<\/a> What is ahead for North Africa? What does the Bible teach?
\nGaza and the Palestinians in Bible Prophecy<\/a> What does the Bible teach about Gaza and the fate of the Palestinians? Here is a link to a related video: Gaza and Palestine in Prophecy<\/a>.
\nDamascus 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.
\nEgypt in Prophecy<\/a> Does Egypt have a special role in end time prophecy? Will Egypt rise up and then be defeated. What does God teach will happen to those in Egypt? Here is a link to a YouTube video titled Egypt and End Time Prophecy.<\/a>
\nIraq, the King of the South, Armageddon, and Prophecy <\/a>What will happen to Iraq? Is it the prophesied Mystery Babylon? What is Armageddon and how does that have to do with Iraq? Here is a related video Iraq, Armageddon, & Prophecy<\/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<\/a>.
\nJordan in Bible Prophecy<\/a> What does the Bible show will happen to the inhabitants of Jordan? Will they escape and then be punished? A related video is titled Jordan, Petra, and Armageddon<\/a>.
\nThe ‘Peace Deal’ of Daniel 9:27<\/a> This prophecy could give up to 3 1\/2 years advance notice of the coming Great Tribulation. Will most ignore or misunderstand its fulfillment? Here is a link to a related sermon video Daniel 9:27 and the Start of the Great Tribulation<\/a>.
\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>.
\nThe Gospel of the Kingdom of God<\/a> This free online pdf booklet has answers many questions people have about the Gospel of the Kingdom of God and explains why it is the solution to the issues the world is facing. Here are links to three related sermons: The World\u2019s False Gospel<\/a>, The Gospel of the Kingdom: From the New and Old Testaments<\/a>, and The Kingdom of God is the Solution<\/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?\u00a0 Are there any prophecies that he has already helped fulfill?\u00a0 Could a Donald Trump presidency be apocalyptic?\u00a0 A related video is titled: Donald: ‘Trump of God’ or Apocalyptic?<\/a>
\nTrump Presidency Magic 8 Ball or Bible Prophecy?<\/a> BBC<\/em> reported that one might as well use a ‘Magic Eight-Ball’ to try to predict what will happen in the remaining time of Donald Trump’s presidency. What is a ‘Magic Eight-Ball’? Dr. Thiel not only explains that, but also briefly goes over 10 biblically-based warnings he wrote would happen if Donald Trump were elected that have already began to come to pass. He also goes over something he wrote back in 2008 that the Trump presidency is also helping lead to fulfillment. Should you trust Bible prophecy or not? Dr. Thiel says that Bible prophecy can be trusted, despite the view of skeptics and others that either overlook or despise the Bible. This is a video.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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