Continuing existence of Israel is a key sign of God’s faithfulness. Passages such as Ezekiel 36:24-28 describe God gathering Israel from the nations, bringing them into their own land, and renewing the land itself. The modern state of Israel, established in 1948 and continuing to survive amid enormous pressures is a living testimony of God keeping His word.The Present War: Israel and the Five Nations
In recent months Israel has seen its conflict extend and deepen — not simply with the Palestinians in the Gaza Strip and West Bank, but into multiple surrounding countries and territories. According to recent data, Israeli offensive actions have taken place in five countries or territories in a short period: the Palestinian territories (Gaza/West Bank), Lebanon, Syria, Yemen, and Iran.
For example:
Strikes into Lebanon and Syria targeting insurgent or Iranian-aligned forces.
Attacks deep into Iran’s territory and Yemen in response to missile/drones launched toward Israel. A recent strike in Doha, Qatar—highlighting that Israel’s combat horizon has broadened significantly.
This multi-front war scenario closely aligns with certain prophetic themes: a people (Israel) living in contentious surroundings, nations conspiring, multiple fronts of conflict.
Scriptural Parallels
Here are some of the key biblical passages and how the present situation mirrors them:
Return & settlement in land: Ezekiel 36:24 says, “I will take you from the nations… and bring you into your own land.” Israel today remains in its land in spite of warfare and exile attempts.
Surrounded by hostile nations: Ezekiel 38-39 speak of a time when Israel is “dwelling securely” yet then attacked by a coalition of nations (Gog and Magog). Though Israel is not entirely “secure” in modern day, the fact that many nations and groups circle round it speaks to the prophetic environment.
Weapons far and wide: The present war with multiple countries reflects a scale of conflict that is not simply local—but regional and supra-regional (Israel striking Iran, Yemen, Syria). Biblical prophecy often indicates broad reach and many nations involved.
The promised Land and their survival
Despite war, Israel’s survival and its technological, agricultural revival continue — supporting the notion that the land is being preserved and renewed even amid adversity.
Why This Matters: Proof of God’s Word
Faithfulness amid adversities: Israel’s continued existence in the face of existential threats reinforces for believers the idea that God keeps His word.
Sign of the end times
The multi-front war can be seen as a “sign” that the end-times prophecies are drawing nearer. Whether or not one holds to a specific eschatological scheme, God’s word must surely come to pass in it’s time.
Practical Implications for Today
For believers, seeing these events fulfilled can encourage faith. At the same time, it is a warning that we live in times of conflict, spiritual battle and last days
Pray: For the people of Israel, the neighbouring nations, and the victims of war. Scripture invites prayer for peace .
Study: Use current events as invitation to read and reflect on Scriptures concerning Israel, the nations, and God’s plans.
Act with compassion: The war involves real human suffering. Believers can engage in humanitarian support, advocacy for peace, and reconciliation efforts.
Live in hope: The fact that God’s word shows signs in the present means we live with hope — for final peace, for spiritual restoration, and for God’s ultimate victory.
Souls winning: it’s time to aggressively engage in evangelism to win perishing souls to Christ.
Conclusion
In the light of the present war — where Israel is engaged against multiple fronts and nations — we can see that it is a confirmation of God’s word: a people in the land, war surrounding them, nations arrayed against them, and the land nevertheless surviving and being renewed. It is the end time event that will lead to the final battle where Christ will appear to save his people (second coming). Because of this, we are to prepare ourselves spiritually for his imminent coming and continually pray for Israel as God commands us.