Iran and Lebanon Strengthen Defence Ties and Criticize Israel (Second Coming Watch Update #25)

Iran and Lebanon strengthen defence ties and criticize Israel. According to the AFP, Iran and Lebanon talked up their defence ties and warned Israel against any aggression, during a visit to Tehran by Lebanese Defence Minister Fayez Ghosn. Iran's defence minister, Ahmad Vahdi, said "reinforcing the Lebanese army is in the strategic policies of the Islamic republic" and that Lebanon's security was "an important part of stability in the region."

Netanyahu wants Israeli ministers to keep quiet on Iran. According to Ynet news, Netanyahu instructed all government ministers to refrain from submitting to interviews on the Iran issue, unless they receive a special permit in advance. Netanyahu instructed all government ministers to refrain from submitting to interviews on the Iran issue, unless they receive a special permit in advance.

The Bible says in Luke 21:9, "But when ye shall hear of wars and commotions, be not terrified: for these things must first come to pass; but the end is not by and by."

Imprisoned Iranian pastor is still alive, but execution is imminent. According to International Christian Concern and the American Center for Law & Justice, sources in Iran have confirmed that Youcef Nadarkhani is still alive. While his execution has been ordered, it is clear that renewed international pressure on Iran for Pastor Youcef's release is having an impact. The ACLJ said, "It is this immense pressure that continues to keep Pastor Youcef alive."

I Peter 4:16 says, "If any man suffer as a Christian, let him not be ashamed; but let him glorify God on this behalf."