The Developments for the second half of April

Continuation of The Developments for the first half of April When looking at the world and seeing certain things, would one not know it is time to warn the other? We should remember if we don’t sound the alarm warning them that it’s a matter of life or death, we shall also be at fault. You… Read More The Developments for the second half of April

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Iran shows off rocket launch to raise pressure in nuclear deal talks

At the end of 2021 Iran’s reinvigorated space programme showed off a new rocket launch, sending a message to western powers in negotiations with Tehran over the future of its nuclear programme. State television showed what it said was the successful launch of a Simorgh (which translates as Phoenix) rocket, carrying three satellites. It took… Read More Iran shows off rocket launch to raise pressure in nuclear deal talks

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Today’s thought “I know your works” (December 22)

Today we completed reading the letters to the seven ecclesias that are featured in Revelation 2,3. Each letter begins with the declaration by Christ, “I know your works”. The ecclesias which received the greatest commendations for their works are the ones experiencing the greatest trials! This is ‘food’ for careful thought: let’s meditate on the… Read More Today’s thought “I know your works” (December 22)

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Israeli prime minister makes historic UAE visit, stressing ‘new reality’ for region

Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett touched down in the United Arab Emirates Monday December 13, in a historic visit, marking the first time an Israeli leader has publicly met the UAE’s de-facto ruler, Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Bennett took the opportunity to emphasize what he saw and, indeed, what… Read More Israeli prime minister makes historic UAE visit, stressing ‘new reality’ for region

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First joint naval exercise by Israel and Gulf states signals Iran worries

In a move almost unthinkable only three years ago, Gulf Arab navies have held their first joint military exercise with Israeli warships, co-ordinated by the US Navy. The five-day drill in the Red Sea involved warships from the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain, Israel and the US. It began Wednesday November 10, and included boarding, search… Read More First joint naval exercise by Israel and Gulf states signals Iran worries

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Coming weeks are decisive for Iran nuclear deal, Merkel says

The coming weeks are decisive for the future of the nuclear deal with Iran, German Chancellor Angela Merkel said on Sunday the 10th of October, adding that every day that passes without Tehran responding to U.S. overtures will result in Iran enriching more uranium. Speaking during a visit to Israel, the outgoing chancellor said that… Read More Coming weeks are decisive for Iran nuclear deal, Merkel says

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Afghanistan 2020-21 report – 9/11 – 20 Years on – A land in shambles

The landlocked multiethnic country located in the heart of south-central Asia that got in the news every day for twenty years, got special attention when America decided to leave that region of a continuous endless war. For millennia great armies have attempted to subdue Afghanistan, officially Islamic State of Afghanistan. Its significant mineral resources remain largely… Read More Afghanistan 2020-21 report – 9/11 – 20 Years on – A land in shambles

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UK Persian Preaching News: Farsi translations of hymns from the green Christadelphian hymn book

Much of our communal activity involves listening to someone reading, teaching, or praying. There is one activity in which everyone participates and to which everyone can contribute, namely, singing. So as the number of Farsi-speaking brothers and sisters increase, there is greater interest in using hymns in Farsi. Translating hymns is extremely difficult. Many of… Read More UK Persian Preaching News: Farsi translations of hymns from the green Christadelphian hymn book

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Signs of the Times – “A Middle East assassination”

Tensions between the USA and Iran escalated towards the end of 2019, culminating early this month with the killing in Iraq of Iran’s second most powerful figure, General Qasem Soleimani, in an American airstrike. President Trump justified his decision to act in this way by claiming that “Soleimani was plotting imminent and sinister attacks on… Read More Signs of the Times – “A Middle East assassination”

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Concerning talking about prophecy when tragedy is at the doorstep

Our Persian brethren received tragic news the past few days. On Wednesday 2020 January 8, tensions between the US and Iran “contributed” to the downing of flight PS 752 on its way from Tehran to Kiev. The semi-official state outlet Fars News Agency reported that after being informed of the error in the country’s air… Read More Concerning talking about prophecy when tragedy is at the doorstep

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Signs of the times – “The Iranian corridor”

In recent years Iran has gradually extended its influence across the Middle East – both directly and through proxies – and its unremitting hostility to the State of Israel is a source of deep concern in that country. Recent press reports, such as the following comments from The Guardian, have highlighted Tehran’s determination to have… Read More Signs of the times – “The Iranian corridor”

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Begrijpend Zingen – Psalmen 56-59 Red mij van mijn vijanden, o mijn God

Op de pagina Begrijpend Zingen komen de psalmen 56-59 aan de orde. Het is de moeite waard in deze overdenking wat dieper in te gaan op Psalm 59. David bevindt zich in grote moeilijkheden, zelfs fysiek gevaar, want hij bidt: “Red mij van mijn vijanden, o mijn God; beveilig mij voor hen die tegen mij… Read More Begrijpend Zingen – Psalmen 56-59 Red mij van mijn vijanden, o mijn God

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