Jan Markell: We Are Not Alone

We Are Not Alone

JAN MARKELL

To the believer, strange objects in the skies are secondary to Who is coming out of the sky very soon, to receive us in the clouds and to take us home.

Nonetheless, there is a fever-pitched interest in aliens since President Trump released the long-awaited UFO-files. Almost 2 billion people have accessed them. Stephen Spielberg wanted to make a movie that explains the unexplainable—yet the UFO phenomena is very explainable!

Made in the Image of God

Mankind are the ones made in the image of God. But, answering the haunting question, “are we alone?”, is easy. We share our universe with angels, archangels, cherubim, seraphim, fallen angels, demons, and entities such as the Prince of Persia—a spirit. So, we are hardly alone.

None of these entities were in Spielberg’s mind when he made “Disclosure Day.” He believes there is active life in other solar systems. He is looking for the extraterrestrial, not the interdimensional. He also thinks that once Christians learn the truth, we could lose our faith. Really, Steven? Seeing how the unseen world of demons operate only strengthens the believer.

Abducted by Jesus

We have the last laugh. Believers will disappear to our Heavenly Home. Conveniently blamed will be the new and celebrated UFO entities who abducted pesky Christians. UFO abductions have been reported for decades and some experiences of survivors are believable. Jesus’ abduction of us will be entirely different!

All of this exploded in the late 1940s just as the new nation of Israel was forming. A coincidence? No, I don’t think so. Satan knew that was the signal that time was running out. That was the beginning of the end. He would kick things into overdrive.

Creatures Out of the Abyss

Since the 1940s, even UFO “occupants” have been seen by some. People describe entities that resemble the demons who come out of the abyss in Revelation 9. We are made in image of God as stated above. These creatures are often described as gross and capable of evil. I believe some of them will be here to torment the left behind world such as those coming out of the abyss.

Still, reliable people like Rep. Tim Burchett (R-TN), an evangelical Christian, said if the general public saw what he has seen, they would not sleep at night. What did he see? clearly, something bizarre is going on of last days’ proportion. Is it just the predicted strong delusion? (II Thess. 2:11)

More Popular Than Ever

Prophecy News Watch writes, “Steven Spielberg’s highly-anticipated film, ‘Disclosure Day’, opened in theaters, introducing millions of moviegoers to questions surrounding alien life, government secrecy, and humanity’s place in the universe. Combined with a steady stream of UFO documentaries, streaming services, podcasts, and social media discussions, the topic of non-human intelligence has never been more prominent in the public consciousness.”

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The Temple Institute's Preparations Continue

The Birth Of A New Red Heifer In Israel Has Prophecy Watchers Buzzing

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A red heifer calf born recently in Israel has once again captured the attention of Jews, Christians, and Bible prophecy observers around the world. The calf, named Temimah--a Hebrew word meaning "perfect" or "without blemish"--was born on a dairy farm in the Galilee and reportedly displayed a remarkably uniform red coat. 

Soon after birth, she was examined by Rabbi Azaria Ariel, a prominent figure involved in Temple preparations. Reports from those monitoring the animal have fueled excitement among religious Jews who believe the restoration of Temple worship in Jerusalem is drawing closer.

To many outside the biblical world, the birth of a red cow may seem insignificant. Yet for students of Scripture, the red heifer occupies a unique place in both Jewish tradition and biblical prophecy.The importance of the red heifer originates in Numbers 19, where God instructed Israel regarding a special purification ritual. The ashes of a flawless red heifer were to be mixed with water and used for ceremonial cleansing from ritual impurity, particularly impurity associated with death.According to traditional Jewish understanding, a future restoration of Temple worship would require a biblically qualified red heifer. Without its ashes, many religious authorities believe the full purification process necessary for Temple service cannot be properly restored.

This explains why every reported red heifer birth receives intense scrutiny. The requirements are strict. The animal must be entirely red, free from blemishes, never have been used for labor, and remain qualified through maturity. Many candidates have initially appeared promising only to later develop disqualifying characteristics.

The Temple Institute's Preparations Continue

The red heifer story is only one piece of a much larger effort underway in Israel.

For decades, the Temple movement--led primarily by organizations such as the Temple Institute and supported by various rabbinical groups--has been actively preparing for the possibility of a Third Temple.

Among the preparations already completed or currently underway are:

1. Temple Vessels Have Been Recreated

The Temple Institute has invested years recreating many of the sacred vessels described in Scripture. These include priestly instruments, ceremonial utensils, trumpets, incense tools, and other items required for Temple worship.

2. Priestly Garments Have Been Produced

Special garments for the priesthood have been designed and manufactured according to biblical specifications. These include clothing for ordinary priests as well as garments associated with the High Priest.

3. Priests Are Being Trained

Men who can trace their lineage to the priestly tribe are receiving instruction in Temple rituals and sacrificial procedures. Training programs continue to expand as interest grows.

4. Levites Are Being Prepared for Service

In addition to priests, Levites historically served important functions in Temple worship, including music, administration, and assistance in ceremonies. Educational programs have been developed to prepare future Levites for these roles.

5. The Sanhedrin Has Been Revived in Limited Form

Although not universally recognized within Judaism, efforts have been made to re-establish a functioning Sanhedrin, the ancient Jewish governing and religious council. Various committees continue discussing practical issues related to Temple worship and national religious life.

6. Educational Programs for Youth Continue Growing

Reports indicate that increasing numbers of young Israelis are studying Temple-related laws and traditions. Supporters see this as creating a future generation prepared for Temple service should the opportunity arise.

7. Architectural and Construction Planning Exists

Various Temple organizations have spent years studying the dimensions and requirements of the biblical Temple. Models, blueprints, and educational exhibits have been developed to demonstrate what a future Temple could look like.

Taken together, these developments reveal something important: many religious Jews are not merely talking about a future Temple--they are actively preparing for one.

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The Good, The Bad, And The Unknown In The Memorandum of Understanding

Capitulating To The Enemy?: The Good, The Bad, And The Unknown In The Memorandum of Understanding

Amir Tsarfati

The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that he has electronically signed onto is nothing short of an American capitulation to a vanquished Iranian enemy. Other than with Iran’s nuclear program, the USA, Israel, and the rest of the world are left in a weaker position against the Islamic regime than before hostilities ever began. In this article, I am going to give you a quick list of the Good, the Bad, and the Unknown when it comes to various items covered in the MoU.

Details from the MoU between the USA and Iran:

Lebanon and Hezbollah
Good: Israel will not fully withdraw from Lebanon, and Hezbollah needs to disarm
Bad: Israel’s attack on Hezbollah in Beirut was blocked
Unknown: Who will ultimately disarm Hezbollah and finish the job? The president hinted that the dapper terrorist in charge of Syria might be the guy to do the job. I pray he’s not serious.
 
Iran’s Nuclear Arsenal
Good: There is a commitment to deal with Iran’s enriched uranium
Bad: Iran will be allowed to continue enriching uranium at a reduced level
Unknown: Who will monitor, control, and enforce the enrichment limits? Iran will never give up its nuclear program, and it has developed masterful skills at pulling the wool over the eyes of all monitoring agencies.

Iran’s Ballistic Missiles
Good: Iran’s capabilities to produce missiles were set back
Bad: Money is flowing back into the nation, giving the funds for a quick restoration of their capabilities
Unknown: We don’t know what will happen with their missiles, and Trump said at the G7 Summit that since others have missiles, then Iran needs to have them too
 
Strait of Hormuz
Good: The Strait of Hormuz will be reopened
Bad: It will cost money to use it, which gives Iran a strategic weapon for conflicts
Unknown: Will the Strait agreement be sustainable?

Frozen Assets and Recovery Funds
Good: Absolutely nothing
Bad: Everybody pays off Iran – USA, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia
Unknown: Just how much is involved? Obama sent $1.7 billion in 2016. Trump’s deal could involve as much as $300 billion

Iranian Proxies
Good: Israel will not withdraw from Lebanon and will continue to fight Hezbollah
Bad: The United Nations resolution to disarm Hezbollah is ignored, leaving Iran free to continue funding its proxies

Unknown: Will Iran be forced somehow to stop arming, training, and supporting its proxies in Iraq, Yemen, and Lebanon? Does this mean that Israel will continue to have murderous enemies directly on its borders?
 

In exchange for this great bounty, Iran opened the Strait of Hormuz and “declared” that it will not produce nukes. It’s a ridiculous trade. The strong “finish the job” voices of Secretary of War Pete Hegseth, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and US Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee have been replaced by the capitulating words of Vice President J. D. Vance. As UAE political strategist Amjad Taha posted on X, “Out of 8.3 billion people on Earth, only two seem to trust Iran: Trump and JD Vance.”

Something President Trump has said a couple times now has me saddened and concerned. In his opinion, Israel exists only because of him. When he says this, he is unknowingly echoing a biblical principle: God has placed me in this position for such a time as this.

The statement brings to my mind Esther 4:14: “For if you remain completely silent at this time, relief and deliverance will arise for the Jews from another place, but you and your father’s house will perish. Yet who knows whether you have come to the kingdom for such a time as this?”

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Israel insists troops will remain in Lebanon buffer zone as Hezbollah vows to keep up attacks

Israel insists troops will remain in Lebanon buffer zone as Hezbollah vows to keep up attacks

Times of Israel is liveblogging Friday

Iran’s FM accuses Israel of wanting ‘permanent war’ after Ben Gvir says ‘all Lebanon must burn’

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi accuses Israel of wanting “permanent war” following remarks from its far-right National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir saying “all Lebanon must burn” after four Israeli soldiers were killed there.

“This is not a rant by a random genocidal lunatic. It’s a public post by the national security minister of the Israeli regime. The genocidal death cult headquartered in Tel Aviv is a threat to all of humanity. It threatens all humans. Its only interest is permanent war,” Araghchi says on X.

Iran says US responsible for Israeli strikes in Lebanon, threatens ‘all necessary measures’

Iran condemns Israeli attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon and warns of their consequences for regional peace and security, saying the United States bears direct responsibility for the situation.

Referring to the US-Iran memorandum of understanding reached this week, Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei says a halt to the fighting between Israel and its Lebanese proxy Hezbollah is an integral part of the agreement to end hostilities on all fronts and adds that Iran will take all necessary measures to protect its interests, security and allies.

Source to CNN: US relayed to Iran Israel won’t escalate Lebanon strikes, but ‘it’s up to Hezbollah to stop’

A source tells CNN that the United States has “relayed” to Iran that Israel won’t intensify its strikes in southern Lebanon, but now “it’s up to Hezbollah to stop.”

Earlier, the network reported Iran sought assurances that Israeli attacks in Lebanon would stop before it held talks with the US as part of the memorandum of understanding signed this week.

A source aware of the matter tells CNN: “Hezbollah violated the ceasefire. Israel has agreed to let it be, which was relayed to the Iranians, and it’s up to Hezbollah to stop.”

Hezbollah says it will ‘defend’ Lebanon, accuses Israel of breaching ceasefire

“The Islamic Resistance will remain vigilant against any aggression. Its fighters will defend their land and people,” the Iran-backed group said in a statement, refuting Israeli accusations that it had violated the truce, and instead insisting “the enemy has never complied with any ceasefire agreement.”

Lebanese Hezbollah lawmaker Hassan Fadlallah tells Reuters that Iran had informed the terror group that talks with the United States could not continue without the implementation of a comprehensive ceasefire.

Iran to waive Hormuz fees during 60-day ceasefire, but says ships must submit request for passage

Iran’s Strait of Hormuz body says it would waive planned fees to use the strait during a 60-day negotiation period under the memorandum of understanding signed with the United States this week.

Ships seeking passage through the strait while the interim agreement is in force must submit transit requests at least 48 hours before arrival, Iran’s Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) says in a notice.

Iran will waive fees for security, safety, environmental services and related insurance during the period, while requiring vessels to coordinate routes and transit times in advance due to areas affected by mines and to ensure safe navigation.

Netanyahu insists Israel will remain in Lebanon buffer zone ‘as long as necessary’

Ambassador Huckabee slams French FM’s call for Israel to halt strikes on Lebanon as Hezbollah keeps up attacks

Katz says IDF will remain in south Lebanon to protect Israel from Hezbollah threat

Iran demanding guarantees Lebanon fighting will halt before talks with US — CNN

IDF: Dozens of Hezbollah operatives killed, over 80 targets struck in Lebanon last night

Opening round of US-Iran talks canceled as Tehran said to demand halt to Lebanon fighting

Opening round of US-Iran talks canceled as Tehran said to demand halt to Lebanon fighting

Jacob Magid

The first round of technical talks under the new US-Iran memorandum of understanding will not take place on Friday, the Swiss Foreign Ministry said, as Iran reportedly sought a guarantee that Israel would cease its fight in Lebanon against the Hezbollah terror group.

The meeting was nixed even though the signing of the MOU on Wednesday set the clock ticking on a 60-day period during which Iran and the US are meant to hammer out a final agreement on sensitive and complex issues such as Iran’s nuclear program.

A US diplomat familiar with the talks told CNN on Friday that they were called off because Tehran is first demanding a guarantee that the ongoing conflict in Lebanon between Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon.

The deal mandates a ceasefire in Lebanon, and Iran has demanded that Israel withdraw, but Israel has vowed to keep its troops in a buffer zone in the country’s south to protect border towns from Hezbollah rocket and drone fire.

“The Iranians have asked for guarantees that hostilities in Lebanon will end, as outlined in the signed agreement,” the diplomat told CNN, saying also that “mediators are currently working to resolve the issue.”

The diplomat told CNN  the negotiations were “temporarily postponed following the Israeli strikes in Lebanon,” and did not say when they would resume.

The Swiss announcement came after a White House spokesperson said overnight that US Vice President JD Vance would not depart Thursday night for the talks.

“As the vice president said at his press conference, the plans for the upcoming technical talks with Iran have not been finalized, and the US delegation has been prepared to depart at the first available opportunity,” a White House spokesperson said in a statement.

“But the logistics of these negotiations have never been simple or predictable. As of now the vice president is not departing tonight. We will let you know as soon as we have a concrete update about next steps. We look forward to beginning technical talks as soon as possible,” the statement added.

Vance had said at the press conference, where he railed against Israeli officials’ criticism of the Iran deal and US President Donald Trump, that the planned talks weren’t finalized because it was difficult to get Iranian officials out of Iran. Vance said he thought he would travel to Switzerland at some point this weekend.

Critics of the MOU signed this week have pointed to its provisions on sanctions relief for Iran, including unfreezing Iranian funds and setting up a $300 billion reconstruction fund.

Vance said Thursday that Iran would reap rewards only if it complies with terms set to be hammered out in the 60-day window that he said began on Thursday.

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