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We are called as God’s people, and we are each called individually. But what is it that we are called to?

I always come back to something I read in the Os Guinness book, ‘The Call’: “…we are not called to something or somewhere, we are called to Someone.“

When I think about that truth, I picture a child playing in the backyard on a sunny day, and a father coming outside through the back screen door of the house into the yard, opening his arms and calling to his child by name.

The child stops playing, turns his head to his father’s voice, and runs joyously across the yard straight into his father’s arms.

And I see my whole life as running across the yard into my Father’s arms. That’s what we’re called to.

What you do in life isn’t as important as who you are in life.

You can have the desire and talent to be a doctor, or a teacher, or a plumber, or a dancer, or an engineer, or whatever, but your career or job isn’t really your calling. Your calling is to Him.

Your life is a journey. It’s not a dead end, it’s a race across the years God is giving you and it will end up with you leaping into His loving arms. Hold that picture in your mind’s eye every day.

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Rick Tryon
Editor/Publisher Bible Rebel


June/July Highlights

Armchair Apocalypse: Revelation Mail Call

Questioning The Assumptions Of Religious Tradition

They Said It: Four Quotes On The Book Of Daniel

Video Mini Message: Why Are You Here?

Ten-episode Bible 101 video series completed

Watchdog Alert: Why God Allows The Earth To Shake

Looking For Heaven In Washington DC?

Coming in July/August

More of our Armchair Apocalypse series.

“Your Life and What Comes After” book available.

More in-depth content on deeper biblical studies and theological issues.

More Video Mini Messages like this – Does What You Do Matter?

You can find all of the current Bible 101 episodes and One-Minute Mini Messages here on our YouTube Channel, and you can subscribe to our YouTube channel here.

We’ll also be continuing our regular features, guest articles, and series:

  • Your Life And What Comes After: Plugging Into God’s Forever Plan Now
  • Armchair Apocalypse
  • They Said It: Poignant quotes on a variety of topics
  • Guest articles
  • And more…

Watchdogs

As always, we’ll be keeping a watchdogs eye on all of the latest political, religious, biblical archaeology, and cultural news and events from around the world and bringing to you in bite-size chunks to keep you informed.

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Thursday Watchdog: Be Like Jehoshaphat

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Today’s headlines are full of escalating conflict. U.S. strikes on Iranian military targets, Iranian retaliation, threats to close the Strait of Hormuz, and fears of a wider regional war have the world wondering what happens next. (Reuters)

The Bible tells a battle story in 2 Chronicles 20 when King Jehoshaphat faced an overwhelming coalition of enemy armies. On paper, Judah had no chance, but instead of panicking or pretending the danger wasn’t real, the king prayed: “Neither know we what to do: but our eyes are upon thee.” (2 Chronicles 20:12, KJV)

God didn’t promise there would never be wars and battles. He reminded His people that He was still in charge. The biggest army wasn’t the one with the most soldiers—it was the one standing with God.

Our generation has unlimited access to war footage, hot takes, and doom-scrolling, but before you check the next breaking-news alert, spend five quiet minutes reading 2 Chronicles 20.

Ask God for wisdom and peace in your own life and heart. You can’t control what happens in Iran—but you can decide who you’re trusting when the world starts shaking. “Our eyes are upon thee”.

Saturday Watchdog: Looking For Heaven… In Washington?

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Today’s headlines show two trends moving at the same time. A new Wall Street Journal/NORC poll found Americans—especially younger generations—are losing confidence in capitalism, democracy, patriotism, and even religion.

Meanwhile, other recent polling shows growing openness among many young Americans to socialist ideas, driven largely by frustration over housing costs, inequality, and the feeling that the system is stacked against them. (The Wall Street Journal)

Young people aren’t embracing socialism because they’re lazy or stupid. Most are looking around and thinking, “This system doesn’t seem to be working for me.” Rent is crushing. Homes feel impossible to buy. Trust in institutions is falling faster than your phone battery at 2%.

That’s a Real Problem

Human beings don’t stop believing in something. We simply move our hope somewhere else. For some, it’s politics. For others, money, technology, fame—or the promise that a different economic system will finally fix what’s broken.

The Bible says the deepest problem isn’t capitalism, socialism, or any other “-ism.” It’s the human heart.

“For where your treasure is, there will your heart be also.” — Matthew 6:21 (KJV)

Christians should care about poverty, injustice, and helping people in need. The Bible commands it as a matter of personal faith and obedience. But Scripture never teaches that government, markets, or political movements are the vehicles by which we are to live out our commitment to helping those in need. And they are certainly not to be the object of our faith and hope.

If your ultimate hope rests in Washington, Wall Street, or the next political revolution, you’re asking broken people to build heaven on earth. They never have and they never will. That day will come only when Jesus Christ returns as King of kings and Lord of lords.

The real revolution here and now begins with changed hearts, not with tired old socialist and utopian slogans and agendas. Changed hearts build stronger families, healthier communities, and societies marked by justice, mercy, and responsibility.

And only God can truly change hearts.

So What?

Before you put your faith in an ideology, ask yourself this: Can it change human nature? If the answer is no, keep looking.

Thursday Watchdog: More Middle East Messiness

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U.S. Launches New Strikes on Iranian Military Targets After Hormuz Shipping Attacks

Following Iranian-linked attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, the United States carried out a broad wave of strikes against Iranian military infrastructure, while both sides accused each other of violating previous agreements. Oil prices jumped and fears of a wider regional war intensified.
AP

Always keep in mind that Jeshua, our Messiah, warned us that “wars and rumours of wars” would characterize this age until He returns. By the way, we’ve been living in the last days since His resurrection and ascension.

Israel Continues Operations in Southern Lebanon Despite Diplomatic Pressure

Hezbollah attacks against Northern Israel and Israeli military operations against Hezbollah-linked targets have continued in southern Lebanon even amid renewed diplomatic efforts, keeping tensions high along Israel’s northern border.
The Guardian

Every new ceasefire seems destined to fail sooner rather than later and humanity keeps proving the Bible right about the brokenness of the human heart. Come, Lord Jesus.

Iran Holds Funeral for Former Supreme Leader While New Leadership Signals Defiance

Millions participated in funeral events for Iran’s former Supreme Leader, while Iran’s new leadership used the occasion to emphasize resistance against the United States and Israel and project strength despite recent military losses.
Reuters

Regimes rise, rulers fall, and history keeps moving—but God’s kingdom isn’t waiting for the next election or revolution. Let’s not overly concerns ourselves with who occupies the palace in Tehran or the White House; rather, lets make certain our hearts are turning toward the King of Kings and His return to establish righteousness—forever.

Tuesday Watchdog: Vatican Creates Schism

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Vatican Declares SSPX in Schism, Excommunicates Bishops and Priests

The Vatican formally declared the Society of Saint Pius X to be in schism after it consecrated four bishops without papal approval. The Vatican excommunicated the bishops and hundreds of priests involved, making it one of the most significant internal Catholic ruptures in decades. AP

Jesus prayed that His followers would be one (John 17), but unity without truth isn’t biblical—and neither is churchianity dressed up as truth. When religious institutions fracture over authority, every Christian should ask: Is my ultimate loyalty to Christ and Scripture, or to a denomination or tradition?

Traditionalist Priests Say a Future Pope Will Reverse the Decision

Following the excommunications, leaders within the SSPX publicly expressed confidence that a future pope would welcome them back into full communion, signaling that they view the dispute as temporary rather than settled. Reuters

The hope of Christianity isn’t found in the next pope, pastor, or church council—it’s found in our Lord Jesus Christ and in Him alone. If our confidence depends on the next religious leader fixing everything, we’re royally screwed.

Should we always put Scripture and the Lordship of Jesus over religious tradition and authority? Is the Pope Catholic?

Saturday Watchdog: America At 250 – Celebration… Or Warning?

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As America celebrates its 250 years, the headlines are filled with debates about our history, our identity, and what kind of nation we want to become. Some want to emphasize our achievements, and we should. Others insist we confront our failures, and we should do that too. It’s good and proper that America is asking hard questions about itself.

Where Does America Stand in God’s Eyes?

The Bible teaches that one day, after this age is over, every individual will stand before God for judgment. But throughout Scripture, God also judges nations within history. Egypt. Babylon. Assyria. Israel. Rome. No nation gets a permanent exemption, including the good old USA.

“Righteousness exalteth a nation: but sin is a reproach to any people.” — Proverbs 14:34 (KJV)

America has been incredibly blessed. Millions have flocked here over the generations to enjoy the freedom, opportunity, and generosity that this nation has provided through God’s grace, wisdom, and mercy.

But blessings aren’t a lifetime achievement award. They’re a stewardship, and America has not always managed that stewardship according to our Heavenly Father’s will and heart.

And America has been harshly judged within our own history for our national sins. The Civil War was the horrible consequence of the wickedness of slavery, for example.

What About Now?

The real issue isn’t whether America is the greatest nation on earth—we believe it is. The real question is whether we’re pursuing justice, truth, humility, and obedience to the God who ultimately rules over every nation.

At 250 years old, America doesn’t just need another birthday party. It needs honest self-examination and a return to acknowledging that the world is dark and broken, and that the light shining from the city on the hill is God’s light, not our own.

So What?

Before criticizing and damning our country—or worshipping it—ask God to examine your heart first. Nations are made up of people, and renewal and revival always begin one person at a time.

Friday Watchdog Alert: Why God Allows The Earth To Shake

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Wednesday, Venezuela got rocked by two massive earthquakes—7.2 and 7.5—leaving at least 188 dead, thousands injured, and entire neighborhoods in rubble. Rescue teams are still digging through collapsed buildings, airports are shut down, and the country is in a full state of emergency.

So let’s talk about the question everyone asks when the ground moves: “Why would God allow this?”

I’ll be blunt: earthquakes aren’t “evil.” They’re part of how the planet works right now—tectonic plates shift, pressure releases, oceans move, rivers overflow. Nature isn’t broken; fallen humanity’s authority over it is.

According to the Bible, humanity originally had legal authority over creation. But when Adam bailed on God’s command, that authority transferred to someone else—“the ruler of this world,” Satan (see John 12:31).

Humanity handed over the keys, and the world has been groaning ever since.

“For we know that the whole creation groaneth and travaileth in pain together until now. And not only they, but ourselves also, which have the firstfruits of the Spirit, even we ourselves groan within ourselves, waiting for the adoption, to wit, the redemption of our body.” – Romans 8:22-23

But here’s some good news; as believers today, we have authority in Jesus Christ and a restored spiritual connection with our Heavenly Father, so we can use that power and authority to mitigate and even overcome the consequences of those “natural disasters” which plague the world around us.

That’s not the end of the story, though. Jesus stepped in to reclaim what Adam lost. “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me.” (Matthew 28:18). The takeover has already begun—but the full restoration is still ahead.

The purchase price has been paid. The legal documents have been signed and notarized. We’re just waiting for the effective date on the bill of sale to arrive so that the new Owner can move in and start the renovation.

In the meantime, God isn’t ignoring the pain. He’s promised to rebuild everything. Revelation 21:4 says He will wipe every tear, end death, and make all things new. Not patched. All things completely restored to their original condition of perfection and glory.

“For I reckon that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory which shall be revealed in us.” – Romans 8:18

So when the earth shakes, don’t blame God. Blame the broken authority structure humanity created—and look to the One who’s already fixing it.

Pray, give, support relief efforts. Be part of the healing while we wait for the world God promised.

Saturday Watchdog Alert: Supporting Israel Doesn’t Need to Be Complicated

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A wild idea: what if supporting Israel didn’t require a seminary degree, a prophecy chart, or a 12‑week Bible study on the End Times?

What if it’s as simple as this: they’re a free, modern democracy in a rough neighborhood, and friends stick with friends when things get loud. You don’t need a burning bush to get behind that.

The Bible actually backs up the idea of standing with friends and allies, especially when the world around them is chaos. You don’t have to be religious to get that. You just have to have common sense.

Proverbs 17:17 – “A friend loves at all times, and a brother is born for adversity.”

Sticking by long-time friends who need us isn’t “Zionist” or “anti-Islam”; it’s the right thing to do. And Israel isn’t just a long-time friend of the USA—Israel is a geopolitical and strategic partner in a violent, dark, and unpredictable world.

Tuesday Watchdog: ‘Peace’ But Still Side‑Eying Each Other

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Today’s headlines dropped a geopolitical plot twist: the U.S. and Iran just signed a Memorandum of Understanding—a deal meant to stop months of fighting, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and cool down a region that’s been running hotter than a Montana July. According to multiple reports, the agreement halts hostilities, lifts the naval blockade, and kicks off a 60‑day window for deeper talks on nukes, sanctions, and oil flows.

But here’s the wild part: even with the ink drying, everyone’s still watching everyone. Israel’s still firing in Lebanon, Iran’s still suspicious, and the U.S. is basically saying, “Great job, everyone—don’t mess this up.”

If global politics feels like a never‑ending group project where nobody trusts the guy holding the glue stick… you’re not wrong.

And yet Scripture cuts through the noise: “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God.” — Matthew 5:9

Not the peace‑talkers. Not the peace‑posters. The peacemakers—people who build peace where chaos tries to live. But let’s also understand that any peace this side of the return of the Prince of Peace and his kingdom is temporary.

So What?

Be a mini peacemaker today. Reflect the nature of the kingdom to come. Do one small act that reduces conflict—online or IRL. Send a kind message. De‑escalate a dumb argument. Be the calm voice in a loud room. That’s rebellion the Bible actually endorses.

Tuesday Watchdog Alert: Wars And Rumors Of Wars

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Over the weekend, Israel and Iran exchanged direct military strikes once again, raising fears that the region could slide into a broader war. Reports indicate Iranian missile attacks were followed by Israeli strikes on military targets inside Iran before both sides signaled a temporary pause. The ceasefire remains fragile, and tensions continue across Lebanon and the wider Middle East.

For Christians, moments like this create a temptation: either panic or obsession.

Some people treat every missile launch like it came with a free copy of Revelation attached. Others ignore the situation completely. The Bible calls us to neither extreme.

Jesus warned that there would be “wars and rumours of wars,” but He also said, “See that ye be not troubled” (Matthew 24:6). Notice that. He didn’t say the conflicts wouldn’t happen. He said His followers should not be ruled by fear.

Whether today’s headlines are directly connected to end-times prophecy or simply another chapter in humanity’s long history of conflict, they remind us of one thing: this world is not our ultimate hope. Christ is.

Spend five minutes today praying for peace in the Middle East, protection for civilians, and courage for Christians living in the region. Then turn off the doom-scrolling and spend ten minutes in God’s Word. One of those feeds your anxiety. The other feeds your soul.