COVID-19 pandemic changed the global landscape — mass fear, lockdowns, control.

New viruses emerging (e.g., bird flu strains, monkeypox outbreaks)

Drug-resistant bacteria are rising, as antibiotics lose their effectiveness

Locust swarms have ravaged East Africa and parts of the Middle East and Asia in recent years — echoing plagues of Egypt.

3. Wars, Threats, and Global Tensions

Matthew 24:6 – “You will hear of wars and rumors of wars…” Russia-Ukraine War continues with threats of nuclear escalation. 

Israel vs. Hamas conflict stirring Middle East tensions — linked to end-time focus on Israel.

China-Taiwan tensions that could spark wider war involving the U.S.

Iran’s nuclear ambitions causing unrest in the region.

Terror threats and civil unrest rising in many nations.

4. Moral and Social Decline

2 Timothy 3:1–4 – “In the last days... people will be lovers of themselves... disobedient... without self-control.

Gender identity confusion and the rejection of biblical sexuality.

Satanic and occult symbolism openly displayed at music awards and media events.

Children being targeted through entertainment and education systems.

Celebration of sin in public, while biblical values are mocked or censored.

5. Rise of Globalism and Control

Revelation 13:16–17 – “...no one could buy or sell unless he had the mark...” Digital ID systems and Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) being developed and tested.

Push for a cashless society that could lead to full tracking and control.

Global surveillance through AI, facial recognition, and social credit systems (like in China).

One World Government agenda being pushed by organizations like the UN, WEF (World Economic Forum), etc.

6. Strong Delusion & Deception

2 Thessalonians 2:11 – “God will send them a strong delusion, that they should believe a lie.”

UFO/UAP disclosure — increased talk of extraterrestrials may be setting up end-time deception.

Artificial Intelligence mimicking God’s creation, including digital humans, false prophets, or AI “gods.”

Deepfake technology blurring truth and fiction.

Many falling away from biblical truth, embracing false doctrines and universalism.

7. The Fig Tree Prophecy – Israel as the Key

Matthew 24:32–34 – “When you see the fig tree blossom...”

 Israel became a nation in 1948, fulfilling Ezekiel 36–37. 

 Jerusalem recognized as capital by major nations, stirring prophecy watchers.

Temple Mount tensions point to a possible rebuilding of the Third Temple — key for Revelation’s timeline. 

Peace agreements with Arab nations (Abraham Accords) setting the stage for Daniel 9:27.

Final Thoughts

We are witnessing an increase in events that align with prophetic warnings. While some may argue these are natural cycles or man-made issues, the convergence of all these signs at once is unprecedented in history. Jesus warned that these would be birth pains — increasing in frequency and intensity as His return draws near (Matthew 24:8).