If we are getting close to the end times, who would God select to be the next president? Possibly 85% of Americans do not believe God has anything to do with selecting a president.  I do!  Let’s take a hypothetical illustration and see what your choice would be.  If we were getting close to the end times and the Bible predicts there will be a one world government, who would of the two, God choose to destabilize financially and disarm America to loose our superpower status in the world?  Will the selection depend upon God’s time-plan for the world to end?

No one knows who God will select regardless of their dreams. Dreams are often influenced by evil powers to deceive.  We do not know positively that we are getting closer to the end times.  But Christ told us what to look for and most Christian theologians agree we are seeing those signs indicating the end could be near.  The direction we are now going indicates we could be running off a cliff financially.  We see no evidence that President Obama is going to change direction in foreign policy or economic philosophy.

Romans 13:1 – “Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which God has established. The authorities that exist have been established by God.” (NIV) You would have to believe God continues to be in control of what happens in the universe; otherwise you should stop reading any further.

Consider, if we are getting closer to the end, which of the two candidates would fit into God’s plan to allow a change to permit a world government? Is there any question?  Matthew 24:3 – 8 – “Later, Jesus sat on the Mount of Olives. His disciples came to him privately and said, ‘Tell us, when will all this happen? What sign will signal your return and the end of the world?’  Jesus told them, ‘Don’t let anyone mislead you, for many will come in my name, claiming, ‘I am the Messiah.’ They will deceive many.  And you will hear of wars and threats of wars, but don’t panic. Yes, these things must take place, but the end won’t follow immediately.  Nation will go to war against nation, and kingdom against kingdom. There will be famines and earthquakes in many parts of the world.  But all this is only the first of the birth pains, with more to come.” (NLT)

Let’s look at other warnings given in the Bible as to what will occur as we come closer to the end times.  Our first sign was the establishment of Israel in 1948 as a nation.  Another sign was the six day war of 1967. For 1,906 years Jerusalem was a divided city among nations.  The war with Egypt, Syria, Jordan and the PLO allowed Israel to retake Jerusalem that had been their nation’s capital.  It had been Israel’s capital and Temple City since 1004 BC when it was established by King David and was taken over by Rome in 70 AD and destroyed.  It remains a holy city to Judaism, Christianity and Islam today under Israeli control.

Assume you have an American president who believes that everyone in the world deserves independence and freedom in a socialistic society.   Would God select a president to build up America or one to change it from its original purpose?  We know there are many who believe the best solution to man’s problems is for everyone on earth to be equal financially.  For that to occur many believe it would take a one-world government and a one-world religion. There would be no rich nations or poor nations.  They would take wealth from the rich nations and give it to those that are poorer.  The world would then be more equal and we would eliminate anyone being poor.  There are some among us who believe this is possible but the Bible says there will always be those who are poor.  However, there will be a one-world government but for the wrong reasons.  Not for what you think but for the power and control it would provide to those who think they know better what everyone needs.  Indications are government wants to have complete control over what each individual does, even what they eat and how much they drink at a time.

The Israelites rejected having judges who received guidance from God.  They wanted to be like all other nations and have a king. They wanted laws, an army and a human leader.  They no longer wanted to rely on God and His appointed judges.  They thought a new system of government would improve their nation.  It was their disobedience to God that a king was allowed. Had the Israelites submitted to God’s leadership, they would have prospered beyond their greatest expectations as Scripture suggests.

Does this story sound anything like what we have seen happening in America the past few years?  Would you say that America has rejected God as our supreme leader?  Have we refused to let God lead us, our family and our government?   Are we Americans living more like the pagan world lives? Do we want to be more like European nations?  What difference, if any, do you see between the Israelites during Samuel’s time and a number of American politicians today?  Are we seeing less crime and an improvement in morality?  Are we seeing a spiritual revival in the world?

If we are to take the Bible literally that would also mean God has an obligation to curse anyone who curses Israel as quoted in Gen. 12:3 – “I will bless those who bless you, And I will curse him who curses you; And in you all the families of the earth shall be blessed.”  Is Scripture implying cursing and blessing individuals or would this apply to nations? When I am presented with facts, throughout history those nations who attacked Israel were retaliated against, it must include nations. Therefore, should we not be concerned when our government is not supportive of Israel? The U.S. failed to support Israel in the blockade of Palestine and President Obama wanted them to give up covenant land. Should we not expect God to fulfill His promise? In the past it is possible that God has used hurricanes and other natural disasters to tell us to be supportive of Israel as we have previously written with extensive facts. Thus, I suggest that if previous hurricanes were the curse, as many believe, then this year we might expect some tremendous damage and we have.  We have had record flooding, drought, failed crops, record tornadoes, heat waves and forest fires.  It is also possible that the oil disaster in the Gulf of Mexico could have been the result of a curse. It all boils down to God must keep His promise that He made in Genesis 12:3.

Consider the Arab Spring, the rioting and armed conflict.  We hear of Iran, Russia, China and others building up greater armies and weaponry.  Are we not hearing rumors of war?  Scripture says in the end times all sorts of natural disasters will occur.  Christ says there will be signs and that if we read the sign we will know when the end is getting near.  Satan does not want us to realize we are getting closer to the end time.  I believe to deceive people he inspired the global warming or climate change belief. This will cover up what the signs are really telling us about the end drawing neigh.

So why do I believe President Obama could be the one that God selects?  The way we are headed will place us in a very poor condition to intervene in the world’s problem.  President Obama policies would probably be more likely to put us on a road to financial collapse.  This fits in with Scripture telling us we are headed for that one-world government and a one-world religion.  Could you ever see this occurring with a financially healthy, positive, superpower America?  I believe if President Obama is our next president we have only a number of years before God determines the Tribulation.  That fits with the signs of the time.  If he is not re-elected it could be possible that God plans to let the world go on longer.  This is why I believe God will select the next president depending on when He wants the end to come.

How do we handle what is ahead?  The closer we get to the finish line the more committed and obedient we must become to God’s will and ways.  We need to approach each day more positive than the day before.  We must be examples as Christians, that we are winners and not victims.  To get many to see what Christ has done in our lives we need to continually be upbeat.  I believe there can be a great spiritual renewal ahead.  God is going to give everyone one last chance before it is over regardless who becomes president and Christians must be ready to participate.  Christians have tremendous opportunities ahead of them.  Prepare immediately to take advantage of the ministry God will make available for each one of us.  Whoever God allows to become president we need to accept him.  No matter what, we must pray for our country and our leaders daily.  Trust God’s planning; it will work!  Did you make a choice?