THE EUROPEAN UNION
By Art Sadlier
There has been a lot of activity in the EU of late. There is a steady drum beat of preparation for the role that the Revived Roman Empire will play in the biblical end time scenario.
The Irish seemed to have scuttled the new EU treaty; however it is now obvious that a way will be found to circumvent the Irish vote. Word now comes of a new vote being scheduled. Britain has ratified the new treaty, the 19th country to do so.
In another move toward the preparation for the prophetic scenario, the EU agreed last Monday to upgrade ties with Israel. A statement was issued that said, “The European Union is determined to develop a closer partnership with Israel”. The statement went on to say that the process should take place in the context of a resolution of the Israel-Palestinian conflict. Those who understand Bible prophecy realize that this scenario is leading to the peace treaty of Daniel 9:27, which will be signed by a roman ruler.
In a similar manner, Nicolas Sarkozy of France said that France will confront those who call for the destruction of Israel. This seems to be the forerunner of the protection the leader of the RRE will promise.
In another development, Sarkozy called for a European Union Naval fleet, asking Britain to contribute an aircraft carrier and Germany to contribute some frigates. Few people realize that if the armies of the 27 countries of the EU were placed under one central command, it would be the world's largest army. The drum beat of the preparation of a kingdom for anti-Christ continues Mr. Sarkozy is to assume the temporary presidency of the EU in July; with his aggressive style he will continue the process of the development of the Revived Roman Empire.Early in 2009 the EU will elect a permanent president who will be given wide sweeping powers. This man may or may not be anti-Christ, but the office of anti-Christ is certainly being prepared so that the Roman ruler of Daniel 9:27 may assume his role.