First, an amazing promise to those who trust in the risen Jesus: Look, I am coming soon, bringing my reward with me to repay all people according to their deeds. These are often sold close to maturity, meaning that you won't have to wait too long for fruit to emerge. Under Gods call, Abram (later called Abraham) migrated from the city of Ur sometime between 1900 and 1750 BC to Gods appointed land, Canaan (todays Israel). Fig trees are native to the Mediterranean region, Asia, and the Middle East, and thus they tend to grow best in hot, dry climates. The rapture theory was started by Margaret McDONALD back in the 1800s by a dream she had when she was sick in bed. Jesus said know one knows the day or the hour. All of western Palestine, from the Jordan to the Mediterranean remains legally open to Jewish settlement under the 1922 British Mandate for Palestine and Article 80 of the UN Charter. are a brilliant fruiting tree for home gardens, but they are renowned for throwing out suckers - vigorous stem growth that pops up from the roots, often some distance away from the trunk of the tree. Something very frightening to a young child. There are at least two problems with this understanding of the parable. Jesus is not giving them a horticultural class here but prophesying their future as a nation and answering their question about the sigh of his coming. Around 922 BC the twelve tribes of Israel split into a southern kingdom (called The House of Judah, embracing Judea and Jerusalem) and a northern kingdom comprising ten tribes and called The House of Israel, or simply Israel. This is both dramatic and traumatic, but ends in glory and victory. As discussed, Israel failed and broke the contract, and so in the New Testament era the contract was offered to Gentiles namely the church. She is Gods chosen witness in the world and it is through Israel that Christ came (He was of the tribe of Judah) to provide redemption for the world. Strictly speaking, todays Jews (Hebrew, Yehudim) are those who follow Judaism and who are descendants from the kingdom of Judah. What are the biblical roles of national Israel and the church today? This view is of course incompatible with Christs teaching, namely, that the gospel (as spread by the church) should be first conveyed to Gods people, the house of Israel (Mat 10.6). 6You will be blessed when you come in and blessed when you go out. Mortality was the consequence of the wrong free will choice. Also, Israel is one of the few places in the Middle East where Arab women may vote. The real reason for the aggression is spiritual, not political or even humanitarian. Only few years before the 1948 Generation is goneWE ARE THE LAST GENERATION ! December may be his conception and September 29 his actual birth. Sadly, this legal fact is often ignored by the UN. Trees bear fruit after 3-4 years. Lord come quickly. It was like there was something different about me it was that bad even I hated me. [Ed]. Why such Jewish genius? However, figs can produce breba crops before leaves appear in spring. "The Lord showed me, and there were two baskets of . Today, man is expert at twisting Gods word. In contrast to other Middle Eastern countries, Israel has a western-style democracy. God says He will fulfill this amazing promise to the thirsty. I believe that the Rapture is imminent. The same as the Egyptian civil war which was referred to as neighbor against neighbor and brother against brother in Isaiah 19:2. Heaven, his Fathers house. In the light of Israeli anti-discrimination law and Israels right to self-determination as a Jewish State, the accusation of racist against Israel is unjustified. Some fig varieties produce fruit twice a year: once in spring or summer & once in fall. The TEMPLE OF THE ALMIGHTY & THE LAMB IS THE ONLY LIGHT IN THE NEW JERUSALEM.THAT CITY HAS THE TREE OF LIFE. He said creation waits in eager expectation for the children of God to be revealed. Im not weighing in on End Time issues. Bible says history repeats itself and no one will believe that he came. Many well-meaning people have mischaracterized, misused and in some instances have abused Jesus teaching. According to international law, Israel has a well-founded claim to sovereignty over Jerusalem, including its Old City. Listen to this secret truth: we shall not all die, but when the last trumpet sounds, we shall all be changed in an instant, as quickly as the blinking of an eye. However, if temperatures threaten to drop into the single digits (less than 10 degrees Fahrenheit, or -12 degrees Celsius), it is wise to bring the trees inside if possible. According to Ezekiel 40-48 (especially 47) and Zech 14 there will definitely be a new temple in Jerusalem from which Christ reigns. why would He rebuild it again?There will be no need for animalk sacrifices as the ultiumate sacrifice had already been paid. He already is supposed to be here since 1948he will come like he did the first time in secret and no one will recognize him . Fig leaves are known as being rather fragrant. It is claimed that the BDS campaign has a much wider objective; namely, the elimination of the Jewish State and should be stopped, link. Could it be that present-day Jerusalem is moved north to sit high above this valley? More . A fig tree will bear fruit 3 to 4 years after planting, but this can vary a bit depending on variety and environmental conditions (more on this later). There are many things need to happen before the Rapture and Second Coming of Christ. As a result, some fig trees cannot tolerate excessive cold or frost. Clemson University suggests 1/3 pound of 10-10-10 fertilizer per month during growth for fig trees that are 1 or 2 years old. This treaty will probably happen after the Ezekiel 38 war. You shall see greater things than that." The Revival of the Hebrew LanguageMore Click the image below to read 54 prophecies about Israel. He is the image of the invisible God, full of His glory, and presently reigns over the kings of the earth, sitting on the Fathers throne, walking among the Lampstands as a High Priest after the order of Melchizadek. }. Here is no exception. Since Jesus is soon to return (He will be seen with the clouds Revelation 1.7), this last book is essentially an end time message. Under the 1995 Oslo Accords II, the West Bank was divided into three areas (A, B, and C) and within these areas the Palestinian and Israeli authorities have different levels of control. When pruning, wear gloves for protection, since sap from cut branches can irritate your skin. This website uses cookies so that we can provide you with the best user experience possible. All she has to do is keep her side of the contract by being Gods witness to the nations. Figs are self-fruitful, so you need only one plant to produce fruit. Clemson University suggests 1/3 pound of 10-10-10 fertilizer per month during growth for fig trees that are 1 or 2 years old. Thanks for the blog. With other people's fig trees, I have to go through the list of misdoings that could've led to the lack of fruiting. Too much water. Of course, it may take longer for your fig tree to produce fruit, depending on the variety. However, some fig trees are only hardy to Zone 7 (0 to 10 degrees Fahrenheit). The second 3 1/2 years will be the real horror. The best way to determine how to proceed with fertilizer is by getting a soil test. Now if you obey Me fully and keep My covenant, then out of all nations you will be My treasured possession. Israel is a special nation chosen by God to be His witness in the world and to bring redemption to the world through Christ, link. Avoid letting the soil get too dry, and also avoid keeping the soil constantly soggy. You were almost right. figs ripens on the current years branches. Also, if the time of the fig tree putting forth its leaves referred to Israels restoration as a nation in 1948, to what did the shooting forth of leaves by all the other trees refer? To hear two Christians being so disrespectful to each other is awful and prideful. The parable leads to a very important sign, and one promised by the prophet Isaiah: He will set up a sign for the nations (Isa 11.12). For more information, check out my article on how to do a soil test. Purple Genca figs are also called Black Spanish or Black Genoa figs, and they are large, purple in color, and have very sweet and red flesh. Shame on you. Nathanael asked. We see a nation turning to the statutes God laid down under Moses. These forces blind the nations the politicians, the media, the institutionalized church, the man in the street and the adherents of political Islam such that they believe a lie (2 Thes 2.10,11). Israel is definitely represented more than once by the fig treeand he explained that the other trees of Luke 21 are the Gentile nations. 7The Lord will grant that the enemies who rise up against you will be defeated before you. Israels enemies should take note of Gods promises to Israel: Whoever assails you will fall because of you no weapon that is formed against you will prosper (Isa 54.15,17) What if they hadnt eaten the forbidden fruit and simply obeyed the rules God imposed in Eden? No longer will there be any curse. The countries involved appear to be mainly the Islamic nations surrounding Israel, possibly led by Iran and Russia. Probably. Fig trees need about three to four years to bear fruit, and the fruit can take up to two months to reach its optimum size. Prior to that, figs may form along stems where each leaf attaches, but they won't ripen. Much, indeed, in every way! Celebrate and live in expectancy of his return. One third shall be left I will bring the one-third through the fire (and) they will call upon My name (and) I will say, This is My people' (Zech 13.8,9). Evidence of this is in the newspaper article in Ireland about her sharing her dream with two pastors by her bedside as she recounted her dream to them. And just as a Palestinian state would maintain a demographic balance in favour of Palestinians, so the Jewish state of Israel maintains a demographic balance in favour of Jews by controlling immigration. Why? It is also important to remember that some varieties of fig trees can produce fruit twice per year once they are mature. and if anyone takes away from or distorts the words of the book of this prophecy, God will take away [from that one] his share from the tree of life and from the holy city (new Jerusalem), which are written in this book. So that where I am. Amen. Today this extreme ideology is underscored by ISIL. InJohn 1:9-14, we read: The true light that gives light to everyone was coming into the world. This will help the tree to survive periods of drought or neglect. He said to his servants, Stay here with the donkey while I and the boy go over there. For more information, check out my article on how to make your own compost. Besides I know where Im going like Billy graham said,Im just passing through on my way home. Were all sojourners on this small rock in space so be kind to the next unbeliever who has no idea why youre happy. Jesus used the parable of the figtree after He told them of all the weather events. He expounded on this teaching in Luke 21:29-32. The fruitless fig tree draws us back to prior points in Jesus's ministry, when God's people were called to produce spiritual fruit ( Matt. Image: NielsF [CC BY-SA 3.0], Wikimedia. Resolutions accuse Israel of settling in Occupied Palestinian Territory, and ignore Article 80 of the UN Charter which upholds the right of Jews to settle anywhere west of the Jordan! It splits east-west with half the mountain moving north and half moving south, generating a very large valley reaching to Azal (Zech 14.4,5). Rapture?? The principle of the generality of the elections ensures the active right of every Israeli citizen, who is at least 18 years old, to vote and the right of every Israeli citizen, who is at least 21 years old, to be elected. THEY ASSUME THERE IS A PALESTINIAN LAND Figs ( Ficus carica cv.) And the Negev desert has an almost unlimited underground supply of brackish water, which is being exploited for agricultural irrigation. These are children not born through a womans pregnancy, but born of God. Some fig varieties produce fruit twice a year: once in spring or summer & once in fall. But the fig tree said unto them, Should I forsake my sweetness, and my good fruit, and go to be promoted over the trees'?" The success and value of proper tending are summarized in the adage: "Whoso keepeth the fig tree shall eat the fruit there- Cut the cheese into "- " ( to 1 centimeters) pieces. More , Peace will come when the Arabs will love their children more than they hate us [Golda Meir, 1957], From my childhood, I have believed Jews and Arabs can live together, and I believe now they should live together. These are usually so ripe . Amen even so, come Lord Jesus. It is really following a logical conclusion. Jesus said, Behold the fig tree and all the trees. The common or edible fig (Ficus carica L.) is native to the Mediterranean/Israel region, where it can produce three crops per year, link, link. I googled fig tree Israel and that led me here. They failed to keep to the ways God had stipulated in the contract. A lifespan of 300 years is not unusual. BUt I dont see her comment anymore. The age of a person 80 years as per Psalm 90:10. The flowers still require some sort of stimulus, such as a bees buzzing wings or the wind, to pollinate properly. The Bible never likens Israel to a fig tree. But it is not just creation alone which groans; we who have the Spirit as the first of Gods gifts also groan within ourselves as we wait for God to make us his children and set our whole being free. And although they are "only" 83 years old, they. They didnt die immediately, but they did die of old age, like all mortals. This is the age limit God put on man after the flood. The Jews will be dispersed from their land in the tribulation as we read in Revelation chapters 11 and 12. In Luke 21 Jesus said look at the fig tree (Israel) and all the trees (the Gentile nations) and so observe the signs of the times. This will provide organic material for your tree, along with some important nutrients needed for growth. He came to that which was his own, but his own did not receive him. Then the angel showed me the river of the water of life, as clear as crystal, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb down the middle of the great street of the city. But the concept and promise is there (and the caveat is there too)! The result is the salvation of a countless number of Gentiles during the Great Tribulation: I looked and saw a great multitude of all the nations clothed with white robes these are the ones who come out of the great tribulation (Rev 7.9,14). Also, keep in mind that common problems such as frost injury, excessive heat, over pruning, and over fertilizing can further delay the production of fruit (sometimes by a year or more). Hi Brandon, The Gentile nations at last acknowledge Jerusalem (Zion) as the Holy City (Isa 52.1): The Gentiles will come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn the sons of foreigners will rebuild your walls, and their kings will serve you the sons of your oppressors will come bowing before you; all who despise you will bow down at your feet and will call you the City of the Lord, Zion of the Holy One of Israel (Isa 60.3,10,14). In Romansthe 3rd chapter, the apostle Paul wrote: Israels climate change is certain since her God is faithful to His promises. Later, the Bible tells us of the glorious time . Thanks! Jesus refers to this in Mat 24. He went over and took the ram and sacrificed it as a burnt offering instead of his son. Few would doubt that Jews have for centuries been substantially over-represented in many fields of learning and accomplishment, notably of course is Albert Einstein. Israel was to return and seek God after the gospel had been spread to the Gentile nations (Rom 11.25). A primary reason for the existence of Israel is that she is Gods witness and servant in the world (Isa 43.10). Jesus, of course is the Branch who grew up out of dry ground. The best for you if you read the whole chapter ! At the very end of this age prophecy indicates that all nations (Gentile and Islamic) will attempt a final invasion of Israel: I will gather all the nations against Jerusalem to battle (Zech 14.2) If you look at the histories of most of the current middle east you will see older names, but national boundaries that were established give or take , that are about the same age as Israels mandate, hence the words of Jesus mentioning the Fig(Israel) and the other trees in the same season. Most fig trees take three to five years to start ripening fruit. THE FALLACY For more information, check out my article on the difference between organic and heirloom seeds, and my article on the pros and cons of hybrid seeds. The Knesset has legislative power and comprises 120 members who are also elected for a term of four years in nationwide elections. A generation is 100 years, see Genesis 15:13 and 16 (Israel in Egypt 400 years and leaving at 4th generation, 400/4=100), psalm 90:10 clearly defines a generation..Genesis 16:15 makes NO mention. to read some of my most popular posts, check out the Best of GreenUpSide page here. The house of Israel and the house of Judah had broken Gods covenant (Jer 11.10), and by the first century all twelve tribes were scattered amongst the nations (Ja 1.1). At this time of year, such fig trees contained only green early figs (Arabs call them taqsh), which ripen around June but often drop off before that time, leaving only green leaves on the tree. Area A is under full control of the Palestinian Authority, Area B is under Palestinian civil control and shared Palestinian and Israeli security control, and Area C (62% of the West Bank) is under full Israeli control. Jesus gives a warning: Revelation 22.15 The Jew and Israel are the living signs of the times to Gentiles and even the Church. You are very right about the fig tree..good work..but the Bible does mention world war 2 and 1948 like you mentioned. Some things which were spiritual will be manifested after the Rapture, like the anti-christ Thessalonians says the mystery of the lawlessness ALREADY EXISTbut after the restrainer is removed the lawless will be manifested in the physical (revealed) same applied tho the Kingdom of God and of Heaven and Jesus with his temple. 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