so with all the protests in the Middle East

[hr.jr.]

we are seeing a rise of people demanding democracy. As the TV's are covering these protests we also see young, energetic, tech-savy individuals organizing

in things such as Facebook.

So are we witnessing a new age of people from different religions living harmoniously?

Muslims and Jews living in peace without a peace treaty?

We do it here in the US so why not abroad?

because we are not a democracy...... we are a Republic.

Actually, our form of government borrows aspects from each. We have evolved into a hybrid.

Yes! I wish people would stop thinking the U.S. is a democracy.

[turtletwo]

Parker1, could you elaborate a little on what you mean about "not letting your guard down against Satan and his illusions?" For I agree with your comment as a rule of thumb in all of life. But I was curious on what you meant specifically in regards to this particular topic? Just interested on your thoughts. Thanks (for more clarification on your remark, regarding this thread.)

My opinion? Maybe this is all purely a political thing going down. But when I first saw it happening on tv and the magnitude of it, I couldn't help wondering if there is anything of prophetic significance to it. What do you think, family?

I'd love to hear you weigh in on your opinions on this angle or perspective: Could it have to do with the end times? And if so, do you have scripture to support this ? I'm no prophecy scholar by any means, but I learn as I go and it does fascinate me. I'm always interested in world events because of Israel and the return of our Lord Jesus Christ.

I agree with Matthitjah and MorningGlory that poor Israel is always being put through the wringer! My heart aches for her, for she is the apple of God's Eye and I have felt a connection with her ever since my teen years. Loved her then, love her now and I always will.

[MorningGlory]

Parker1, could you elaborate a little on what you mean about "not letting your guard down against Satan and his illusions?" For I agree with your comment as a rule of thumb in all of life. But I was curious on what you meant specifically in regards to this particular topic? Just interested on your thoughts. Thanks (for more clarification on your remark, regarding this thread.)

My opinion? Maybe this is all purely a political thing going down. But when I first saw it happening on tv and the magnitude of it, I couldn't help wondering if there is anything of prophetic significance to it. What do you think, family?

I'd love to hear you weigh in on your opinions on this angle or perspective: Could it have to do with the end times? And if so, do you have scripture to support this ? I'm no prophecy scholar by any means, but I learn as I go and it does fascinate me. I'm always interested in world events because of Israel and the return of our Lord Jesus Christ.

I agree with Matthitjah and MorningGlory that poor Israel is always being put through the wringer! My heart aches for her, for she is the apple of God's Eye and I have felt a connection with her ever since my teen years. Loved her then, love her now and I always will.

My heart is with Israel also, sister, and always will be. I agree that it seems these uprisings in the Middle East and North Africa are somehow tied in to the end of days. I just haven't figured out the logistics of it yet.

[MorningGlory]

i bet it started cause the dudes there didnt wanna go to skool. they said hay lets hang out in the street for a week and then they got mad and started trashing stuff. they have riots here in usa when police shoot people and dont get arrested. like the one in los angeles i think. the problem is they all get together then try to show off and start breakin stuff.

The 'dudes' in that part of the world are lucky if they can go to 'skool' at all. These people live in abject poverty and under the worst kind of oppression. They are fighting for their and their children's futures; it's not a joking matter

[MorningGlory]

Sorry MorningGlory. i didnt mean to offend any1 and i dont rilly know why they were protesting but i think just cause people r poor and dont like the government isnt a reason to b violent and start buildings on fire. and dudes usually get out of control when there r so many of them and they get rowdy. then they start looting and stealing stuff. like when they broke into the art museum and started breaking stuff and looking for gold to steal. the museum didnt do anything bad to anyone and didnt deserve to have there stuff broken. that was sad to see.

You didn't offend, Xx. I think I misunderstood your post. I've also heard that the most incendiary person on the planet is the young, unemployed male. As for looting the museums, I was appalled! That's not just Egyptian history; it's the history of all of us. I think they have recovered pretty much all of the stolen items now though. The reason people in countries like Egypt explode like this is that they have been oppressed and kept in poverty all their lives (the average Egyptian lives on $2.00 a day!). They don't have the freedom and opportunity that we do here and, eventually, the lid blows off. You can't really blame them for wanting what we take for granted.

[nebula]

It seems people tend to do the weirdest and dumbest things in such riots.

After all, look at what the mass celebrators do after the World Series or Superbowl wins.

[turtletwo]

MorningGlory, Thanks so much for weighing in on your thoughts as to whether this may have prophetic significance, sister... even if, like myself you can't quite put your finger on it. It was good to hear someone's input.

I know your heart is with Israel, but it is always nice to hear it.

The scripture Genesis 12:3 comes to mind, " And I will bless them that bless thee, and curse him that curseth thee: and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed."

and May blessings from the Lord be unto you, my friend.

[MorningGlory]

MorningGlory, Thanks so much for weighing in on your thoughts as to whether this may have prophetic significance, sister... even if, like myself you can't quite put your finger on it. It was good to hear someone's input.

I know your heart is with Israel, but it is always nice to hear it.

The scripture Genesis 12:3 comes to mind, " And I will bless them that bless thee, and curse him that curseth thee: and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed."

and May blessings from the Lord be unto you, my friend.

Those that constantly bash and trash Israel would do well to remember that verse, sister. Especially in the days ahead.

[Matthitjah]

It's really a misnomer to blame poverty.

Some of the most impoverished peoples in the world have done great things. It isn't the poverty that's the problem, that's just mill for the grist, being used by those who desire to keep control. It's a poor excuse but not the root cause. It's more likely to be a result of an impoverished spirit.

[amor]

It's really a misnomer to blame poverty.

Some of the most impoverished peoples in the world have done great things. It isn't the poverty that's the problem, that's just mill for the grist, being used by those who desire to keep control. It's a poor excuse but not the root cause. It's more likely to be a result of an impoverished spirit.

If you live in a state where you're denied basic rights both human and economic and you have a brutal, corrupt and uncountable elite ruling over you, monopolizing the wealth of the nation and punishing dissent with death and torture, why shouldn't you revolt? What alternative do you have, suffer in silence knowing that your children will continue to suffer after you?

The people of the Middle East and North Africa are doing great things now, and at great risk to their own safety.

Were the American revolutionaries wrong in 1776?