Are the Protocols of the Learned Elders of Zion a Blueprint for Global Deception?

Introduction:

Few documents in modern history have been as controversial—and as discredited—as The Protocols of the Learned Elders of Zion. First emerging in Czarist Russia in the early 1900s, the Protocols emerged as the secret minutes of a meeting of Jewish leaders plotting world domination (Britannica, 2024). The document was later dismissed as supposedly concocted by agents of the Russian secret police, plagiarizing an 1864 French political satire (Britannica, 2024). By 1921, investigative journalists had thoroughly exposed the Protocols as a hoax (Britannica, 2024), resulting in the text becoming widely recognized as malicious antisemitic propaganda – "a cruel and terrible lie" aimed at defaming the Jewish people (United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, 2024). Historians, courts, and even government inquiries all debunked it as a forgery (United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, 2024). And yet, over a century later, this notorious fake refuses to die. It continues to circulate globally (United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, 2024), finding new life on the Internet and in the shadowy corners of conspiracy lore. Why?

The enduring appeal of the Protocols lies in its presentation of a comprehensive explanation for global events (United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, 2024). Through its 24 "minutes", the document details strategies for controlling politics, economies, media, education, and religion (United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, 2024). It described methods of undermining nations through moral corruption, economic turmoil, propaganda, and war, ultimately aiming to establish an all-powerful global tyranny (Britannica, 2024). While the Protocols themselves were supposedly fabricated, do their ideas mirror real tactics employed by someone in pursuit of a new world order? Are we witnessing, in our own time, the implementation of a deception blueprint strikingly similar to this infamous text? These questions frame our discussion.

This article approaches the Protocols not to lend credence to its original hateful thesis (there is no secret council of "Elders of Zion"), but to examine whether the framework of global control it describes has manifested through other hands – secular elitist networks, occult New Age visionaries, or ideological movements. While our intent is not to challenge the conclusions of global authorities who have dismissed the protocols as forgeries, we must consider, especially as we write to the five wise virgins, why someone would embark on a seemingly pointless endeavor to create a fictional 100-page book, alleging that fraudulent globalists have a conspiracy for global domination. Indeed, many personalities exist under the sun, but one cannot help but question the moral integrity of such a person. This could, indeed be an evil person. However, to entertain such notions, one must be among the five foolish virgins, for it is naive to imagine a scenario where evil stands against evil, especially when wisdom calls for discernment.

In this article, we will journey protocol by protocol, comparing each point to actual trends and agendas in our world. Along the way, we'll draw on sources like Alice Bailey's occult writings, the Illuminati's documented goals, the United Nations' Agenda 2030, and various globalist manifestos that eerily echo the Protocols' themes. The goal is not to promote a conspiracy theory, but to shine light on reality: to discern if a coordinated spiritual deception is unfolding, one that aligns with biblical prophecy and threatens to enslave humanity in a false "world peace" under anti-Christ rule. As Christians, we undertake this analysis with humility and care, testing everything against Scripture and factual evidence (Acts 17:11). We acknowledge the Protocols were long ago labeled a fraud (United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, 2024). Yet, is it possible that the true architects of a coming world order found this blueprint useful? Could it be that what was meant for evil against one people group is now being used as a template by Satan's emissaries to deceive all people (1 John 5:19)? These sobering considerations guide our exploration. Let us proceed, asking for wisdom and discernment in each step (James 1:5).

Protocol 1: “Right Lies in Might” – The Doctrine of Power

The Protocols open by asserting a blunt creed: might makes right. Law and morality, in this view, are subordinate to raw power. "Political freedom is an idea, not a fact," claims the first protocol, arguing that only a strong hand can govern effectively in a world where "right lies in might." In essence, the conspirators boast that force and cunning will be our new law. Gold (money) is equated with power (Weizmann, 2024), and the plan is to seize control of wealth to dominate nations. This cynical philosophy rejects the God-given ethical norms that restrain evil (Micah 6:8) and embraces a Nietzschean will-to-power. Do we see its reflection today?

Tragically, yes. In international affairs, we often witness the triumph of might over right. Large nations violate norms and smaller nations' sovereignty with impunity, while institutions meant to uphold justice prove impotent. One need only look at how global superpowers have frequently flouted international law or how billionaire elites wield outsized influence over governments. The concentration of economic power is especially telling: a 2012 report noted that just six corporate conglomerates controlled roughly 90% of American media, creating an "illusion of choice" for consumers (Lutz & Ingram, 2012). Such media dominance grants immense power to shape public opinion – a form of soft might. In finance, a handful of mega-banks and investment firms hold trillions in assets, enough to bully markets and countries. We have seen how "too big to fail" institutions receive immunity from consequences, reinforcing that strength, not righteousness, often rules the day. Does this surprise us? The Bible long ago warned that in the last days, ruthless regimes would trample the earth, and people would say in awe, "Who is like the beast? Who is able to wage war against it?" (Revelation 13:4). In a godless worldview, power becomes an idol. The Protocols' first lesson – that raw might supersedes truth and liberty – appears to be the operating principle of many global actors today. We see it in the Realpolitik of geopolitics and in the elitist hubris of those who believe their wealth and technology entitle them to play god over the masses. This sets the stage for all that follows: if there is no higher moral law, then the ends justify the means. And that is precisely the devil's logic at work (John 8:44).

Reflect: Have we grown desensitized to the idea that "might makes right" in our world? Do we, even unconsciously, accept that justice must bow to power? As believers, we must remember that true right and wrong are defined by God's might, not man's (Psalm 2:1-5). Earthly powers will answer to the Almighty, and any agenda built on oppression stands under His judgment.

Protocol 2: Economic Warfare and Global Government Through Chaos

The second protocol outlines a strategy of engineered chaos: fomenting economic wars, financial crises, and political unrest so severe that exhausted nations will embrace an international government as their savior (Weizmann & Ben-Itto, 2021). In other words, create such disorganization and desperation that people concede their freedoms for the promise of stability. This "order out of chaos" strategy (tellingly, Ordo ab Chao is a motto of high-degree Freemasonry) is a classic tactic of would-be tyrants. Is it being employed in reality?

Consider the convulsions of the past century. World War I and II were cataclysms that indeed led nations to seek a new global order – first the League of Nations, then the United Nations. Remarkably, the Protocols, forged before 1905, predicted a worldwide war to usher in changes (Segel & Levy, 2021). And indeed, after the "great war" of 1914–18, calls for world governance intensified. In the wake of WWII, the UN was established "to save succeeding generations from the scourge of war." Yet the dream of global peace has always come with the price of centralized power.

Elites have not been shy about leveraging crises to advance integration. As noted in Rockefeller (1994), "We are on the verge of a global transformation. All we need is the right major crisis and the nations will accept the New World Order." Such words are chillingly aligned with Protocol 2. More recently, the COVID-19 pandemic was declared "one of the worst crises" in modern times, and global leaders openly said it should be used as an "opportunity" to "build entirely new foundations for our economic and social systems" (Schwab, 2020a). The World Economic Forum dubbed this initiative the "Great Reset." In June 2020, WEF founder Klaus Schwab argued that incremental fixes were insufficient and that "the pandemic represents a rare but narrow window" to reimagine a new world order (Schwab, 2020b). Similarly, climate change and periodic financial crashes (like 2008's meltdown) are routinely invoked as reasons why we must surrender more sovereignty to international bodies to "solve" these global problems.

This pattern matches what Illuminati defectors and researchers have warned. According to Coleman's analysis of the 21 Goals of the Illuminati, Goal #16 states: "Cause a total collapse of the world's economies and engender total political chaos" (Coleman, n.d.). The intent is that out of the ashes of collapse, a new unified authority can rise – one no longer constrained by constitutions or national opposition. In truth, economic warfare is already being waged upon the populace. Skyrocketing national debts, currency instability, engineered inflation, and supply chain disruptions all weaken the fabric of free societies. As one striking example, by mid-2023 fully 130 countries (98% of global GDP) were racing to develop central bank digital currencies, with half already in advanced pilot stages (Reuters, 2023). Such CBDCs could give central authorities unprecedented control over personal finances – programming money to restrict purchases or enforce compliance. It's not hard to imagine how a future global crisis (say, a cyberattack on banking, or a dollar collapse) might be the "final straw" that pushes the world to accept a single digital currency administered by a global central bank – precisely what was envisioned decades ago. In fact, as far back as 1988, The Economist magazine predicted a 2018 scenario where national currencies would be replaced by a world currency called the "Phoenix," requiring nations to "surrender some economic sovereignty" to a global central bank (The Economist, 1988). What was once speculative is now technically feasible and quietly under development.

We must ask: Cui bono? Who benefits from the relentless shocks and "resets"? Scripture tells us that the Antichrist's empire will emerge from turmoil, wielding authority over "every tribe, people, language, and nation" (Revelation 13:7). It also says this deceiver will initially appear as a savior, solving crises that baffle others (Daniel 8:23-25). Is it possible that current global upheavals are paving the way for such a figure? When we see coordinated pushes for global governance in the name of peace and safety (1 Thessalonians 5:3), discernment is needed. The Protocols' roadmap of using engineered economic and social disasters to justify an authoritarian global regime seems eerily alive. As one United Nations official candidly described, the UN is working to "win the information war" around these crises, even developing a "code of conduct for information integrity" to combat any narratives that oppose their agenda (Smith, 2024). In other words, the chaos must be managed and spun so that the prescribed solution – a one-world system – is never questioned.

Reflect: When faced with crises (pandemics, wars, economic collapses), are we quick to trade liberty for promises of security? Jesus warned that the end times would be characterized by "distress of nations, with perplexity" (Luke 21:25, CSB) – problems so overwhelming that people's hearts fail from fear. In those moments, will we cling to God's sovereignty, or be seduced by a false messiah offering order out of chaos?

Protocol 3: Methods of Conquest – Divide, Corrupt, and Rule

Protocol 3 dives deeper into the dark arts of subversion. It outlines how a small cabal might conquer entire nations from within: by exacerbating social divisions, feeding chaos, and moral corruption, and undermining any leaders who resist. The text speaks of igniting class wars, controlling the mob, and using public officials as pawns (Weizmann & Ben-Itto, 2021). The original propagandists cast these tactics as "Jewish methods," but in truth these are Marxist and Machiavellian methods that any power-hungry group could employ. Do we see evidence of deliberate "divide and conquer" strategies today?

Sadly, yes – to a disturbing degree. Over the last several decades, Western societies have been riven by intensifying cultural conflicts: left vs. right, rich vs. poor, race vs. race, faith vs. secularism. While some of these disputes arise naturally, there is evidence of orchestrated agitation. Former KGB informant Yuri Bezmenov famously described a Soviet plan of ideological subversion to weaken the West – starting with demoralization (eroding morality and faith), then destabilization (inflaming divisions and institutions’ crises), then crisis and normalization under a new Marxist ideology. Isn’t this exactly what we have experienced? Consider the intentional promotion of identity politics that sets groups at each other’s throats rather than fostering unity. Or the way violent anarchist movements and extremist groups (of both left and right) have seemingly endless funding and lenient treatment, as if someone wants sustained unrest. Meanwhile, voices calling for national unity or traditional values are often demonized or censored. It’s as if a playbook is being followed: create turmoil, then present yourself as the solution.

The Illuminati goal lists corroborate this. Goal #10 in Coleman (n.d.) was: "To weaken the moral fiber of the nation… as jobs dwindle… demoralized workers resort to alcohol and drugs. The youth will rebel against the status quo, undermining and destroying the family unit." This reads like a prophecy of the cultural revolution of the 1960s and beyond, when drug culture and a rebellion against Judeo-Christian norms indeed fractured the family structure on a massive scale. It is noteworthy that a think-tank (Tavistock Institute) was reportedly commissioned to blueprint how to achieve this breakdown of society using mass psychology (code-named the "Aquarian Conspiracy") (Coleman, n.d.). What secular analysts call the "long march through the institutions" – the takeover of academia, media, and entertainment by Marxist and secular ideologies – has effectively accomplished much of Protocol 3's mandate. Christian values have been systematically marginalized, and virtue is scorned as weakness. Today we see the fruit: generation gaps full of anger and confusion, public discourse reduced to shouting matches, and a populace often too divided and distracted to resist encroachments on their liberty.

This tactic extends globally as well. Wars and revolutions are often fomented by external influencers for geopolitical gain. The Protocols bragged of an invisible hand igniting nationalistic and colonial tensions to weaken the Gentile powers. Is it any wonder that many modern conflicts have hidden benefactors? From the financing of Bolshevik revolutionaries in 1917 to the arming of radical militias in our era, there are countless instances where powerful interests stir strife as a means to reshape the world map. Our Lord Jesus noted that "a kingdom divided against itself cannot stand" (Mark 3:24). Those pursuing global domination know this well – their aim is to divide every earthly kingdom and value system (especially those historically influenced by Christianity), so that none can stand strong against the coming tyranny.

Reflect: Do we recognize the spiritual dimension behind society's moral and cultural disintegration? The Apostle Paul wrote that "we wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against… spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places" (Ephesians 6:12). The chaos and division around us are not random; they reflect an intelligent evil strategy. As Christians, are we contributing to unity and truth, or are we unwitting pawns in the devil's divide-and-conquer scheme through our prejudices and partisan idols?

Protocol 4: The Destruction of Religion by Materialism

One of the most striking (and tragic) elements of the Protocols' plan is the intentional destruction of faith. Protocol 4 outlines a campaign to undermine religion—especially Christianity—by promoting materialism and secular thought (Weizmann & Ben-Itto, 2021). The conspirators envisioned a world where God is forgotten, traditional religion is mocked as obsolete, and people live for worldly pleasure alone, making them easier to control. Although this was framed as a "Jewish" plot in the original forgery, in reality it mirrors the openly stated goals of humanist and occult movements in the 20th century. Consider the bold agenda of New Age occultist Alice A. Bailey. Bailey, a theosophist and one of the matriarchs of the New Age Movement, laid out what could be called a "10-Point Plan" to "destroy Christianity" or at least replace its influence with a new world spirituality (Marshall, 2023). This plan (developed early in the 20th century) included: removing prayer and God from education, breaking the traditional family, promoting sexual liberation and abortion, making divorce easy, normalizing homosexuality, corrupting the arts, using media to change mindsets, creating an interfaith movement, and getting governments to enforce these changes while churches compliantly bless them (Marshall, 2023). If that sounds shockingly specific, it is. And we have watched every one of those points unfold in society over the last few generations.

The result? We now live in a post-Christian West. By 2021, for the first time ever, less than half of people in England and Wales identified as Christian – only 46%, down from 59% just a decade prior (National Secular Society, 2022). In the United States, the trend is similar: only 47% of American adults belonged to a church, synagogue, or mosque by 2020, plummeting from 70% in 1999 (Jones, 2021). These are seismic shifts in a short time. Secularism and "No religion" are skyrocketing, especially among the young (National Secular Society, 2022). What Bailey's occult "ascended masters" prescribed and what Marxist-humanist ideologues championed – a society loosed from the "shackles" of Christianity – has largely come to pass in much of the developed world. People are more materialistic, more relativistic, and increasingly ignorant of the Bible. Even many who retain a religious affiliation have embraced a watered-down, privatized faith that carries little influence on public life. The Protocols spoke of using Darwinism and materialistic philosophy to weaken the church (Weizmann & Ben-Itto, 2021). Indeed, the canon of modernity (Darwin, Marx, Freud) successfully cast doubt on biblical truth in the public mind. And as the Illuminati's Goal #3 put it bluntly: "Bring about the utter destruction of religion, and more especially the Christian religion." (Coleman, n.d.) This goal was to be achieved except for one elite-created "new religion" that would serve their purposes (Coleman, n.d.). Is it any wonder that even as traditional faith declines, there's a surge of interest in New Age spirituality, occultism, and syncretistic "interfaith" movements? The vacuum is being filled – not with atheism (which is only an intermediary tool) but with a deception of "spirituality without truth".

Alice Bailey herself founded Lucis Trust (originally named Lucifer Publishing Company (Bailey, 1922), which to this day promotes meditation within the United Nations and the vision of a new global faith. She wrote that "The Church must shatter the old forms… preserving the outer appearance in order to reach the many… and show the true inner spiritual significance" (Bailey, 1957) – essentially urging the church to abandon core doctrines and embrace mystical humanism. This is happening through some liberal churches and the ecumenical movement that dilutes truth for the sake of unity. Protocols 4 and 14 foresaw a time when Christianity would be so discredited and infiltrated that a new "enlightened" religion (ultimately reverencing the "true light" of their god – biblically, this corresponds to Lucifer masquerading as an angel of light) could rise. Revelation 17 prophesies a harlot religious system riding the beast – a counterfeit faith guiding the world to worship the Antichrist. The rapid erosion of authentic Christianity and the simultaneous rise of occult influences in culture (from witchcraft in entertainment to open Satanic imagery in music and art) suggest that stage is being set. Materialism has numbed the Western mind, and now overt spiritual deception rushes in.

Reflect: The Protocols labeled religion as an "enemy" to be destroyed, and indeed secular powers today often treat biblical truth as something dangerous – dismissing it as "hate speech" or "misinformation." Are we prepared to hold fast to our faith amid increasing pressure to compromise? Jesus asked, "When the Son of Man comes, will He find faith on the earth?" (Luke 18:8). That question should haunt us. The antidote to creeping materialism is to seek first the Kingdom of God (Matthew 6:33) and to remember that "Man does not live on bread alone but on every word from the mouth of God" (Matthew 4:4).

Protocol 5: Despotism in the Name of “Progress”

While Protocol 4 aimed to eliminate spiritual resistance, Protocol 5 turns to political conditioning. It contends that by seducing societies with the idea of "modern progress," people can be led to accept despotism as a more efficient form of government. In the Protocols, the speakers cynically remark that liberal ideals of equality and freedom will be used to ferment disorder, until the public ultimately concludes that only an absolute ruler can save them (Protocols of the Elders of Zion, n.d.). The plan was to wear out democratic systems through ineffectiveness and chaos, then unveil an enlightened tyranny as the cure. Have we seen moves in this direction?

It's hard not to notice the creeping authoritarianism justified by "progress" and safety. Around the world, democratic norms are indeed eroding. According to Freedom House (2022), global freedom has declined for the 17th consecutive year – meaning year after year, more countries are sliding toward autocracy. Even established democracies have flirted with emergency powers and executive overreach in recent crises. Under the banner of "public health" or "national security," unprecedented restrictions on movement, worship, and speech have been imposed in recent times, often with surprisingly little resistance from populations fearful of the alternative. This is not to say those measures were entirely ill-intentioned, but they set precedents. We learned how swiftly freedoms can be suspended when the populace is convinced it's for their own good. The seed is planted: perhaps technocratic governance can manage life better than messy democratic debate. Indeed, influential thinkers in forums like the WEF often speak glowingly of technocracy – rule by experts – as the path of progress.

The Protocols anticipated a moment when constitutions would be "abolished" as paper obstacles and a charismatic supreme leader would take charge (Norman, 2021). While no nation has formally torn up its constitution in favor of a single dictator (not since the 1930s, at least), there is a palpable longing in many societies for a "strongman" figure who can cut through political paralysis. Globally, we've seen a rise of strongman leaders and a corresponding decline in faith in liberal democracy. Could this be conditioning for the ultimate strongman – the Antichrist – to step onto the stage with promises of stability and progress? Revelation describes the Beast as having "a mouth uttering boastful things" and exercising unchecked authority (Revelation 13:5-7, CSB). The world will marvel at his decisive power.

Even within Western democracies, the ground is being tilled for future despotism under the guise of progress. Take the push to digitize all identity and currency (smart IDs, cashless economies, vaccine passports, etc.). These innovations are sold as advancements for our convenience and security. But they also create an infrastructure where an all-powerful state (or global authority) could monitor and control every transaction and movement. Agenda 2030 and other UN initiatives speak in benevolent tones about digital inclusion and "smart cities," yet one can't ignore how easily such systems could become instruments of surveillance and coercion – all in the name of efficiency. The difference between a utopia and a dystopia often lies only in who holds the reins.

One telling trend is the public demonization of dissent. Increasingly, anyone questioning the dominant narrative on key issues is branded an obstacle to progress – a conspiracy theorist, a threat to social harmony, even a domestic terrorist. The FBI in the U.S. warned that "anti-government conspiracy theories" can motivate extremism and urged social media companies to crack down on "potentially harmful conspiratorial content" (FBI, 2019). Likewise, the United Nations has launched initiatives to combat what it labels "misinformation" and "hate speech," effectively calling for a global policing of thought and speech (United Nations, 2023). On the surface, combating dangerous lies is good; but who defines "misinformation" or "hate"? Increasingly it is those in power – and often their definitions conveniently silence inconvenient truths. There is a real risk that truth-tellers will be painted as troublemakers, paving the way for more draconian rule. Isaiah warned of those "who call evil good and good evil" (Isaiah 5:20), and today we see how speaking biblical truth on moral issues can get one labeled as a purveyor of hate. This inversion of truth primes society to accept harsh measures against the righteous, thinking it a defense of progress.

Reflect: Are we trading self-governance for promises of expert-driven paradise? History shows that once freedoms are lost, they are rarely regained without great cost. The generation that cries "give us a king to judge us" (1 Samuel 8:5-6) may live to regret it. True progress cannot be separated from true righteousness, for "when the wicked rule, people groan" (Proverbs 29:2). We must beware of any system that asks us to suspend moral judgment and simply trust in human strength. The only absolute ruler we can trust is Jesus Christ, the coming King of Kings – any other who claims such devotion is an imposter.

Protocol 6: Seizing Wealth and Property through Speculation

Protocol 6 discusses dominating the world's economies by controlling land and resources. It speaks of orchestrating "the acquisition of land… and the encouragement of speculation" (Marsden, 2006). The idea is to ensnare nations in debt, fuel wild market speculation, and ultimately hold the mortgage on the entire world. Through economic booms and busts, the conspirators would scoop up real assets while others are ruined. Have we seen echoes of this? Absolutely – one need only examine the history of central banking and financial bubbles.

Over the past century, a small cartel of private central banks and financiers has indeed gained extraordinary control over global wealth. The U.S. Federal Reserve, European Central Bank, IMF, and others steer economies by expanding or contracting credit. When money is cheap, speculation abounds – stocks soar, housing prices inflate – but then comes the inevitable crash. Who benefits? Those "inside" the system, who can predict or even induce these cycles. Many an independent farmer or homeowner has lost land in recessions, only for large investors to buy it up on the cheap. In recent years, we've observed a trend of institutional investors buying up single-family homes by the tens of thousands, turning home owners into perpetual renters. Wall Street firms have purchased "hundreds of thousands of single-family homes" in the past decade (Olick, 2023), effectively feasting on the carnage of the 2008 housing crash. The World Economic Forum in 2016 even cheerfully predicted a future in which "You'll own nothing. And you'll be happy" (Auken, 2016) – a slogan that caused public outcry once its implications were understood. While the WEF insists this is not an official "goal," the scenario they floated (a world of rentals, subscriptions, and central distribution of goods) aligns perfectly with Protocol 6's vision: all property consolidated in the hands of a few, with the masses dependent on those owners for every necessity.

Even national treasuries have been effectively captured by debt. Consider that nearly every country is indebted beyond hope of repayment. The creditor web – major banks, hedge funds, international institutions – holds tremendous leverage. The Protocols bragged that gold (money) would enslave governments (Norman, 2021), and indeed, "the borrower is slave to the lender" (Proverbs 22:7). Today, a crisis of sovereign debt or a collapse of currency could transfer whatever illusion of sovereignty remains right into the hands of a global financial authority. Agenda 2030's sustainable development goals call for "financial inclusion" and reforms that, noble as they sound, could centralize economic power further. A cashless world where every transaction is trackable also means every transaction is controllable. Imagine a future scenario in which a world leader can dictate that unless one accepts a certain mark of loyalty, they cannot buy or sell (Revelation 13:16-17). The groundwork for that control grid is economic in nature – the very kind of grid Protocol 6 aspired to create through financial manipulation.

It's also telling that wealth inequality globally has reached levels not seen since the late 19th century (the era when the Protocols were fabricated). A tiny fraction of humanity holds as much wealth as the bottom half. Some of this is due to honest entrepreneurship, but much is due to the workings of a debt-based monetary system that by design transfers wealth upward. When central banks conjure trillions in stimulus, those asset dollars inflate markets that the rich are invested in, whereas the poor see little benefit or even face inflation in living costs. The net effect is feudal: a new financial aristocracy and a rentier class controlling essentials like housing, healthcare, and information, while a dependent class lives day-to-day under increasing surveillance and regulation.

Reflect: The Bible warns against the love of money as a root of all kinds of evil (1 Timothy 6:10). The relentless drive to acquire and control all wealth is ultimately satanic – aiming to replace God's provision with absolute human ownership. In ancient Israel, the Jubilee laws prevented permanent loss of land and enshrined the idea that "the land is Mine [says the Lord]; you are but aliens and sojourners" (Leviticus 25:23). Our modern world, in contrast, scoffs at such limits. Should we be surprised that an insatiable appetite to possess everything would characterize the final empire? As Christians, we should hold loosely to material things and practice generosity, knowing that our true inheritance is in Christ (1 Peter 1:4). That mindset is itself a rebuke to the spirit behind Protocol 6.

Protocol 7: World Wars and Planned Annihilation

Protocol 7 ominously foreshadows the fomenting of global warfare on an unprecedented scale. It speaks of harnessing internal unrest and international conflicts, even world wars, to redraw the geopolitical order and exhaust all opposition (Norman, 2021). Reading it sends a chill, for the 20th century indeed endured two massive world wars and a Cold War – conflicts that reshaped borders, toppled old empires, and prompted the creation of global bodies (League of Nations, United Nations, NATO, etc.). Could these catastrophes have been deliberately leveraged (if not outright instigated) by hidden powers to advance an agenda? Many historians have documented how WWI and WWII didn't happen in a vacuum; secret societies and elite cabals played a role. For instance, letters attributed to Freemason Albert Pike (though of disputed authenticity) eerily outlined the need for three world wars to usher in a new world order – with the third involving a clash between political Zionism and Islam to mutually destroy both, clearing the way for pure Luciferian doctrine. Whether or not Pike truly penned those words in the 1800s, events since have followed a disturbingly similar path.

Let's stick to known facts: After WWII, the call for "Never again" led directly to plans for world government. Thinkers in the Council on Foreign Relations and other groups openly lobbied for empowering the UN into a true federal world authority. Although full world government wasn't achieved, steps were taken: Bretton Woods institutions (IMF, World Bank) centralized global finance, NATO and the Warsaw Pact divided the world into controlled blocs, and nuclear terror held the world in a vise that only international cooperation could seemingly solve. The Protocols asserted that by orchestrating wars and then dictating the peace terms, the conspirators would gain even more ground (Britannica, 2024). Indeed, the post-war order saw the U.S. and Soviet Union (each influenced by its own secretive elites) carving up spheres of influence and smaller nations compelled to align.

Even today, the specter of war is used to mold opinion. The war on terror, for example, was used to justify an immense expansion of state surveillance and military interventions, arguably making the world more poised for control by a single power structure. More recently, the conflict in Ukraine has united Western nations under an international agenda to an extent not seen since the Cold War, with talk of a strengthened NATO, a weakened Russia, and even the need for new security frameworks globally. It’s not that these responses are entirely insincere – but behind every crisis, the push for centralized authority grows. We hear statesmen declaring that the world’s problems (whether war, climate, or pandemics) are so dire that “no one nation can solve them – we need a global solution.” This drumbeat conditions us to accept that only a unified world regime can prevent annihilation in the nuclear and bioengineered age. And that fits Protocol 7’s playbook: terrorize humanity with such devastation that we cry out for a single world enforcer to keep the peace.

There is also a more chilling aspect: depopulation. While the Protocols themselves revel in war as a means to eliminate opposition (and profit from arms and reconstruction), modern globalists have at times spoken of reducing population for the planet's "good." The Club of Rome's infamous Global 2000 Report in the 1970s predicted catastrophic overpopulation and implicitly suggested drastic measures were needed (Coleman, 2022). While such blunt language is not admitted in public forums, one cannot ignore that policies sometimes seem aimed more at reducing life than flourishing it (consider the aggressive promotion of abortion worldwide, or how some draconian pandemic responses in poor countries did more harm than the disease). The enemy of our souls, Satan, "was a murderer from the beginning" (John 8:44). Jesus said of the end times that unless those days were shortened, "no flesh would be saved" (Matthew 24:22). It suggests an enormity of death. War is a principal tool in that grim calculus.

Reflect: In confronting war and rumors of war, Jesus told us, "See that you are not alarmed, because these things must take place" (Matthew 24:6). Believers should neither be naïve about the machinations behind wars nor panicked. God foretold that the final global empire will arise amid war and turmoil. Our task is to remain faithful and proclaim the Gospel of the Prince of Peace, who alone can beat swords into plowshares when He returns (Isaiah 2:4). Earthly peace efforts without Christ will fail, or worse, be co-opted into the Antichrist's false peace (Daniel 8:25). Therefore we watch world events with discernment, not despair, knowing that our redemption draws near (Luke 21:28).

Protocol 8: The Transitional Government – From Shadows to Throne

Protocol 8 describes the establishment of a transitional government run by a hidden hand, often leveraging criminal elements and secret societies (like Freemasonry) to enforce its will (Britannica, 2024). The idea is that before the ultimate ruler openly takes power, a network of agents and front-men will govern in his stead, preparing the way. The Protocols brag of an "all-embracing propaganda" machine and the infiltration of every level of bureaucracy and law enforcement to impose their scheme unnoticed (Norman, 2021). In effect, a shadow government would operate behind the scenes until the time is ripe for open autocracy.

If this sounds like the stuff of “deep state” theories, it is – except we have ample evidence that shadowy networks do influence (if not control) many governments. Consider the existence of groups like the Trilateral Commission, the Bilderberg Group, or various elite “round tables” that convene top politicians, bankers, CEOs, and generals outside any democratic oversight. These are not conspiracies in the shadows; they’re real meetings, though off-the-record. They set agendas that later emerge as policy across nations in striking uniformity. When we observe how many world leaders seem to march in lockstep on certain narratives (be it how to handle a pandemic, or what economic reset to pursue, or what values to promote globally), one wonders: who is writing the script? In the 1920s and 30s, the dreaded “Protocols” fueled fears of a Judeo-Masonic shadow government. In reality, different players were at work: totalitarian movements (Communists, Fascists) did have clandestine cells undermining governments; meanwhile Western financiers quietly aided revolutions when it suited them. Fast forward to today, and we hear of “color revolutions” allegedly orchestrated by intelligence agencies, or big-tech collusion with governments to sway public perception. All this suggests extra-constitutional forces shaping political outcomes – a transitional rulership not by elected representatives alone, but by a mix of technocrats, oligarchs, and operatives aligned with a global agenda.

One chilling parallel is how Freemasonry is referenced in both the Protocols and actual history. Protocols 8 and 15 discuss utilizing Masonic lodges as a cover and recruiting ground for the conspiracy (Norman, 2021). Interestingly, revolutionary movements from the 18th century onwards often did involve lodges (the Carbonari in Italy, for example). While not all Freemasons are part of some evil plot (many join for fraternal reasons), the higher degrees do entertain a philosophy that can be at odds with Christianity. It is documented that some high-level Masons in the past saw their aim as advancing a secular humanist "enlightenment" over the old order. In that sense, they unknowingly furthered the very plan the Protocols accused them of. The irony: an anti-Semitic fiction was accusing Jews of what godless Gentile secret societies themselves were doing – undermining Christian monarchies and social norms to bring forth a new order.

Today, the methods have evolved. Instead of lodge meetings in candlelight, we have global summits in Davos or G-20 meetings or UN “High Level Panels.” The public is usually unaware of the details until decisions are already made. There’s a notable continuity of personnel: individuals rotate between government positions, international agencies, and corporate boardrooms – a revolving door that forms a permanent governance class. This transnational elite often seems more loyal to each other and their shared vision than to the citizenry of any particular nation. One could argue this is the transitional government of our age: not a single council of elders in a smoky room, but a diffuse yet coordinated matrix of powerful actors who steer the world toward integration. The end goal, as Protocol 8 envisioned, is that when the chaos and crises reach climax, these are the people who will hand over authority to the Antichrist (whether they realize it or not). They are the modern equivalent of the kings who “give their power and authority to the beast” (Revelation 17:13).

We also see criminal and violent elements being manipulated in service of the agenda – just as Protocol 8 noted using a "criminal element" as an instrument of rule (Norman, 2021). Terrorist organizations, drug cartels, and extremist militias often have murky ties to intelligence agencies or powerful financiers. For instance, there are well-documented cases of intelligence services colluding with drug lords to fund covert operations. And after every terrorist attack, the beneficiaries are typically those arguing for greater state control and erosion of liberties. It fits a pattern: allow (or even foster) chaos through criminality, then tighten the screws on society in response.

Reflect: The concept of a shadow government preparing the way for a final world ruler should prompt us to pray as Jesus taught: "Deliver us from the evil one" (Matthew 6:13). Even if we cannot see all the strings being pulled, we know our struggle is against a very real kingdom of darkness. Yet we take heart that nothing is hidden from God's sight (Hebrews 4:13). In His timing, He will expose the hidden works of darkness (1 Corinthians 4:5). Until then, we walk by faith, not by sight, trusting that even the secret counsel of the wicked cannot thwart God's plan for His Church.

Protocol 9: All-Embracing Propaganda – Education, Media, and Mind Control

Protocol 9 boasts of a propaganda machine spanning schools, newspapers, and civic organizations—all tools to mold public opinion and thought. It describes re-educating society with new principles and subverting independent thinking through a controlled curriculum and press (Wikipedia, 2024). Freemasonry is specifically mentioned as a means to enlist influential men in spreading the new ideology without them even realizing its ultimate aim (Wikipedia, 2024). In short, Protocol 9 outlines a comprehensive brainwashing operation to make the masses love their coming servitude (to borrow Aldous Huxley's phrase).

Now, look at our world: We have near-universal schooling and near-ubiquitous media connectivity. Are these impartially educating and informing people? Or are they often propagating a particular worldview convenient to the powerful? Consider modern public education in many countries: traditional values and critical thinking have given way to standardized curricula heavy on secular humanism. Children are taught to question long-held truths about God, family, and even biological reality, while being nudged to embrace moral relativism and statist solutions. Prayer and biblical teaching were expelled from schools decades ago (Marshall, 2023), and since then we've seen rising generations increasingly untethered from absolute truth. Instead, schools often instill what to think rather than how to think. The trend toward Outcome Based Education (OBE), which (Coleman, 1991) noted as a key implementation goal, is essentially about conditioning attitudes and behaviors that fit the desired "outcome" (compliant global citizens) rather than imparting broad knowledge or independent reasoning. Indeed, by the 1990s OBE was being rolled out, and since then variants of it continue under names like "Common Core" or "social-emotional learning." The result? Generations that overwhelmingly share the same "correct" political and social opinions—opinions conveniently aligning with a secular globalist perspective.

As for media, the days of a freewheeling independent press are mostly gone. According to Business Insider (2012), six corporations own the bulk of Western media outlets, meaning news across hundreds of channels and publications often flows from a surprisingly small centralized filter. It is common now to see news anchors on different networks parroting identical phrases, almost as if reading from the same script (in fact, montages have shown this phenomenon explicitly). Social media and Big Tech were initially heralded as democratizing information, but in recent years they too have become curated spaces. Algorithms invisibly shape what we see. During major events—from elections to pandemics—tech companies have "managed" information flow, sometimes in direct coordination with government agencies. This was unheard of even 20 years ago, but today censorship by private proxy is normal. One recent glimpse came via the "Twitter Files" revelations in the U.S., showing how officials pressured social media to censor certain facts and narratives. The justification given is always to protect the public—from disinformation, from panic, from harm. But who decides what is true or harmful? Increasingly, a tight nexus of government, corporate, and international bodies makes that call, effectively operating as the Ministry of Truth foreseen in Orwell's 1984. We have arrived at a point where an "all-embracing propaganda" is technically achievable: through TV, internet, and even entertainment programming, the population can be presented with a unified message, any dissenting voices algorithmically drowned out or stigmatized.

The spiritual aspect is notable too: the Protocols intended to use Freemasonry and secret societies to shape culture from the top. Today, we see many of the cultural elites (celebrity artists, CEOs, etc.) partaking in esoteric or occult-tinged activities—whether it's odd rituals at certain Silicon Valley gatherings, or the explosion of occult symbolism in music videos and award shows. This is the "mystery religion" of the elite seeping into popular culture, acclimating the masses to occult ideas in subtle form. All the while, the average person consuming media is largely unaware of the messaging beneath the entertainment. It brings to mind 2 Thessalonians 2:11, "For this reason God sends them a strong delusion so that they will believe the lie". If society-wide deception were ever possible, it is now. People can be made to believe practically anything if every voice they trust repeats it. Lies can be sold as truth, and truth as lies, with frightening ease.

Reflect: How do we guard our minds against this "all-embracing propaganda"? Romans 12:2 urges, "Do not be conformed to this age, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind." We must actively immerse ourselves in Scripture – the truth (John 17:17) – and cultivate a love for truth even when it costs us. We should teach our children to view everything through a biblical lens, giving them the critical thinking skills and moral foundation to spot deception. The days of passive consumption are over; now is the time for intentional discernment. Remember, Jesus calls Satan "the father of lies" (John 8:44). Every propaganda and false ideology ultimately traces back to him. But Jesus also said, "You will know the truth, and the truth will set you free" (John 8:32). Cling to that promise in this age of deception.

Protocol 10: Abolition of Constitutional Liberty – Preparing for Autocracy

Protocol 10 outlines the dismantling of existing constitutions and legal protections to make way for an autocratic regime (Wikipedia, 2024). It describes using threats, engineered crises, and rigged political processes to undermine the rule of law and set up a new order where executive decree replaces democratic legislation. Essentially, it's about making people so fed up with the dysfunction of their system (or so scared of chaos) that they will accept suspension of freedoms and a fundamental "reset" of governance.

Does this ring any bells today? Across the world, constitutional liberties are under strain. Terrorism, pandemics, climate emergencies – all have been cited as reasons to curtail freedoms once thought inviolable. In many Western nations, free speech is increasingly curbed by “hate speech” laws; freedoms of religion and conscience are eroded when biblical beliefs clash with new cultural dogmas. The right to privacy has been all but erased by surveillance technologies that would make any despot salivate. And crucially, many citizens have come to view these foundational liberties as negotiable. How often do we hear, “Free speech is important, but not if it spreads misinformation or hate” – which often translates to “free speech is allowed only for approved opinions.” The conditioning to regard our constitutional rights as antiquated obstacles to progress is very real.

Meanwhile, executive powers have ballooned. In the United States, for example, we’ve seen an enormous growth in government by executive orders and bureaucratic regulation rather than by the people’s representatives in Congress. When a crisis hits, the executive branch often assumes emergency powers (sometimes of dubious legality) and rarely relinquishes them fully. Other countries fare worse – some have effectively been under perpetual states of emergency. We recall how after 9/11 the U.S. passed the Patriot Act, greatly expanding surveillance; two decades later, those powers are still in place and even broader. Likewise, COVID emergency orders instituted controls on movement and commerce that lasted far longer than initially promised. Each episode sets a precedent that in emergencies, constitutional norms can be put on hold. Protocol 10 anticipated exactly that scenario.

As Coleman (1991) documented, Illuminati Goal #17 was: "To take control of all foreign and domestic policies of the U.S." How would one do that? By bypassing the messy democratic process and consolidating decision-making in a small, controllable circle (or one man). We've seen an erosion of the balance of powers and federalism in the U.S., which means local self-governance is giving way to centralized mandates. Internationally, bodies like the UN or EU issue directives that supersede national laws, effectively weakening constitutions by treaty or judicial activism. It's a slow erosion, like a steady tide washing away a sandcastle. We wake up to find that many of the guarantees of liberty written on parchment are, in practice, hollow if they conflict with the "new normal" decreed from above.

The stage is being set for a moment when constitutions might be formally suspended. One can imagine a scenario of global upheaval—perhaps widespread terror attacks combined with financial collapse and cyber warfare—where leaders convene and announce that to "save civilization," normal governance will be temporarily replaced by an emergency world authority. Perhaps martial law will be imposed in regions, and rights of assembly or travel revoked until the crisis abates (which may be never). This is speculation, but well within the realm of possibility given trends. The Antichrist, when he appears, will "intend to change times and law" (Daniel 7:25), essentially rewriting the rules of society. Protocol 10's envisioned coup against constitutions foreshadows that biblically-predicted gambit.

Yet even without a dramatic coup, the spirit of Protocol 10 is manifest in how truth itself is handled. A free republic assumes an informed and virtuous citizenry. Today we have an indoctrinated and morally confused citizenry (as discussed earlier). Thus, even when they technically have a vote, many choose leaders and laws that accelerate the loss of freedom. As 2 Thessalonians 2:10-11 says, because people "did not love the truth," God allows them to believe lies. How many now believe the lie that freedom is dangerous, and only government control can protect us? When enough do, constitutional liberty will be voted or cheered away, not just seized by force.

Reflect: The Psalmist said, "It is time for the Lord to act, for they have violated Your instruction" (Psalm 119:126). When man's laws (constitutions) that once mirrored godly principles are cast aside, we must remember God's higher law stands. If and when earthly freedoms dissolve, our task is to live as the early church did under Rome's autocracy – as faithful witnesses, obeying God rather than men when commands conflict (Acts 5:29). We enjoy and use our rights while we have them (as Paul appealed to his Roman citizenship), but we do not idolize them. Should persecution come through lawless decrees, we entrust ourselves to the Judge who is just (1 Peter 2:23). No decree of man can snatch us from Christ's hand or silence the Gospel.

Protocol 11: The Totalitarian State – “Autocracy and Universal Rule”

Protocol 11 envisions the final political system: one absolute ruler (an autocrat of Davidic lineage, in the forgery's narrative) wielding universal rule over a world empire (Wikipedia, 2024). This new order would be presented as the logical culmination of all the turmoil induced before – a "saving sword" to restore order at last. The text even mentions that the new constitution is already prepared and that secrets (likely the conspirators' identity and methods) will be tightly guarded. In effect, Protocol 11 reads like the unveiling of the New World Order: a single global government, headed by a supreme leader, after national sovereignties and old laws have been subsumed.

For Christians who know prophecy, this is a flashing neon sign. The Bible clearly predicts a coming world ruler, the Antichrist, who will have authority over "every tribe, people, language, and nation" for a brief period (Revelation 13:7). He is described as a little horn that uproots others, becoming greater than all (Daniel 7:8). He will demand worship and persecute any who refuse (Revelation 13:15). In other words, a totalitarian state unlike any before: global in reach and claiming even spiritual allegiance (2 Thessalonians 2:4). Protocol 11's autocracy is a secular echo of that prophecy – albeit cloaked initially as something beneficent.

How close are we to such a scenario? We cannot set dates, but we can read trends. The infrastructure for global governance is mostly in place: the United Nations, though weak now, provides a skeleton that could be given muscle in a crisis. The idea of supranational institutions solving problems is mainstream – as documented by Coleman (1991), Goal #18 explicitly called for giving "the fullest support to supranational institutions such as the United Nations, International Monetary Fund… and make local institutions less effective by phasing them out or bringing them under the UN." Indeed, that is happening: national governments increasingly implement global guidelines (on climate, migration, health, etc.) sometimes at the expense of their own citizens' preferences. Sovereignty is being eroded not by invasion but by interdependence and treaty. All it would take is a strong executive figure and a treaty or emergency declaration to, for instance, empower the UN Security Council (or some new "Council of Peace") to assume sweeping powers. Perhaps a devastating war (imagine something like a nuclear exchange or multiple simultaneous wars) could lead to a ceasefire pact that installs a world authority with teeth. People, horrified by carnage, might accept even a dictator if he "guarantees" peace and food.

The world’s technological unity also favors universal rule. We are all connected by the internet, global supply chains, and real-time communications. This makes centralized administration feasible in a way it never was before. It’s telling that even calls for a global digital ID or a global health pass are gaining traction. If adopted, they effectively create a worldwide citizen registry – something any totalitarian regime requires. We see tech tycoons and political leaders advocating for unified global standards on everything from pandemic responses to online behavior. It’s a short step from standards to enforcement.

Additionally, there’s the psychological preparation: decades of popular culture and fiction have made the concept of a world government familiar, even attractive (think of Star Trek’s utopian United Earth, or various superhero plots where the U.N. or a “World Security Council” steps in). What was once feared as one-world tyranny by previous generations is now often depicted as inevitable progress. When Agenda 2030 proclaims “the future is global,” few bat an eye.

We must also note Protocol 11's hint that the new autocrat might come from a particular lineage. The Protocols, being antisemitic, suggested he would be a descendant of King David (hence Jewish). We do not subscribe to that slur; however, biblically the Antichrist is more linked to the Roman lineage (the prince to come of the people who destroyed Jerusalem – Daniel 9:26). Regardless of ethnicity, what's interesting is the idea of a hidden king waiting. Some occult groups indeed anticipate a coming "World Teacher" or "Maitreya" who will take the helm of world affairs. Alice Bailey wrote extensively about the "Externalisation of the Hierarchy," meaning the hidden ascended masters (demonic beings, from a Christian lens) would openly manifest and guide humanity into a new age under their chosen one. This dovetails with the prophetic expectation of an Antichrist empowered by Satan and perhaps aided by demonic signs (Revelation 13:13-14). So both conspiratorial lore and occult expectation point to one man taking global stage.

Reflect: When the world clamors for a savior to fix our mess, how grounded will we be in our allegiance to the true Savior? Jesus warned, "I have come in my Father's name, and you do not accept Me; if someone else comes in his own name, you will accept him" (John 5:43). The sad truth is, the world that rejected Christ will embrace Antichrist. We must consciously crown Jesus as the King of our hearts now, so that no counterfeit "prince of peace" deceives us later. Philippians 3:20 reminds us, "Our citizenship is in heaven, and we eagerly wait for a Savior from there, the Lord Jesus Christ." That must remain our focus, even as earthly citizenships dissolve into a prophesied global empire. We know that empire will be short-lived and utterly destroyed by the coming of the real King (Daniel 2:44). Maranatha – come, Lord Jesus!

Protocol 12: The Kingdom of the Press – Censorship and Media Control

Protocol 12 zeroes in on controlling the press and publishing. It declares that once the conspiracy holds power, "freedom of the press, or printing, shall be abolished", except for officially approved outlets (Wikipedia, 2024). Independent journalism would be snuffed out; every book and newspaper would promote the regime's ideology. In the interim, before total control, the Protocols advised dominating the press through financiers and sympathetic editors, using it to manipulate public sentiment. Essentially, truth becomes whatever the rulers say it is – a complete monopoly on information.

Looking at our present day, one might argue we are already perilously close to this scenario, albeit with a veneer of choice. As discussed earlier, a handful of media conglomerates dictate much of what we read, watch, and listen to (Lutz, 2012). There is diversity of style, but often not of substance on core narratives. Notice how major global media often use identical talking points – whether about economic policies, health measures, or cultural trends – as if a central script exists. Dissenting or investigative voices that dig too far outside the accepted narrative are marginalized or labeled "fake news." In some countries, it's even more blatant: state-run media in authoritarian nations spew propaganda 24/7, and citizens know nothing else. In the West, historically known for free press, we've witnessed shocking episodes of uniform censorship: stories that challenge the powers (be it about corruption, election integrity, or corporate malfeasance) get buried. Big Tech platforms ban or algorithmically shadow-ban content creators who dissent. The result is an echo chamber – a kingdom of the press that effectively serves the reigning ideology, just as Protocol 12 envisioned.

A vivid fulfillment of this is how moral and social issues are portrayed. Take the sexual revolution and gender ideology: over a few decades, the media went from portraying Christian sexual ethics as normative to vilifying them as hateful. This didn't happen by accident; it was a campaign. Entertainment media, news, and literature all shifted in chorus. We saw Alice Bailey's points #5, #6, #7 come alive: divorce normalized, abortion lauded, homosexuality celebrated, art debased (Marshall, 2024) – and crucially, media was the vehicle to "promote and change mindsets" (her point #9). Protocol 12 would smile at how thoroughly the "free" Western press became an instrument to erode its own foundational values.

Now, as the final push toward global governance accelerates, we can expect even tighter media control. Already the UN and EU are working on frameworks to remove “extremist content” and “disinformation” online – euphemisms that often include perfectly legitimate viewpoints that challenge official policies. The European Commission has a “Code of Practice on Disinformation” that major tech companies are signatories to. It’s not hard to see these voluntary codes becoming mandatory. The pattern is: first vilify dissenters (call them extremists, dangers to society), then censor them with public approval. Under a fully realized Protocol 12 scenario, that process would be complete: no dissenting publication would even exist.

Revelation 13 implies a total control of society under Antichrist, and that surely includes messaging. The False Prophet will "deceive those who live on the earth" with miraculous signs and propaganda (Revelation 13:13-14). We often wonder: how could the whole world be deceived? But if all media channels are synchronized and spiritual delusion is at work, it's entirely plausible. Those few who refuse the lie will stand out like a sore thumb – and be persecuted swiftly.

In some ways, believers are already experiencing a foretaste. Sharing the biblical truth on social media about, say, the exclusivity of Christ for salvation or the sinfulness of certain behaviors can get one de-platformed or mob-censored. The world is increasingly intolerant of God's Word, exactly as Jesus said: "You will be hated by everyone because of My name" (Luke 21:17). When Protocol 12's dream is fully realized, the only "Bible" allowed will be one that is edited or reinterpreted to endorse the new regime (if that). Authentic Bibles may be banned as subversive "literature." It has happened in communist and Islamist regimes; it could happen globally under Antichrist.

Reflect: Amid this dark prospect, we recall that the early church thrived in a world with no friendly media. Truth spread person to person, letter to letter. If needed, it will again. God's truth is not bound (2 Timothy 2:9). We should take advantage of every open door we have now to share the Gospel and truth, knowing the night comes when no man can work (John 9:4). Also, we must cultivate an appetite for God's Word over the world's media. If our day feels incomplete without checking news feeds but we can go days without Scripture, that's a problem. In the kingdom of propaganda, let's choose to dwell in the kingdom of God's promises. The Psalmist said, "I will meditate on Your precepts and think about Your ways" (Psalm 119:15). That must be our stance to stay sane and grounded as lies abound.

Protocol 13: Turning Public Thought from Essentials to Trivialities

Protocol 13 outlines a strategy to distract and amuse the populace, keeping them so preoccupied with trivial entertainments and superficial matters that they never have time to ponder the deeper issues of freedom, truth, or God (Wikipedia, 2024). It speaks of turning public thought from essentials to non-essentials. In practice, this means saturating society with bread and circuses – endless spectacles, gossip, and consumerism – so that even intelligent people become drowned in irrelevance. Meanwhile, the conspirators quietly implement their plans with minimal resistance.

Is this not a painfully apt description of the 21st-century developed world? We live in an age of information overload yet knowledge scarcity. The average person is bombarded with news feeds, entertainment streams, and social media notifications nearly every waking moment. But what is the content of these streams? Celebrity scandals, sports, fashion, viral memes, trivial "hot takes" on social media spats, endless advertisements for products we don't need – in a word, non-essentials. Even our news has been infotainment-ized. Serious policy discussions get a few soundbites, but hours are devoted to partisan bickering or the personal drama of public figures. The Protocols noted that by encouraging people to have opinions on many things they don't truly understand, and by constantly changing the subject, it would create a sort of mental fatigue and shallowness (Wikipedia, 2024). Again, check – modern media's rapid news cycle and the dopamine addiction of scrolling ensure that even critical issues are forgotten within days, replaced by the next outrage or sensation.

One cannot overlook the role of technology in this. Smartphones and constant connectivity have made it possible for people to never have a contemplative quiet moment. Instead, as soon as a thought begins to deepen, we reach for the phone to seek another hit of novelty. This fosters short attention spans and reactive thinking. It's hard to mobilize a principled resistance or a revival of faith when most people's minds are captured by the latest Netflix binge or video game. The Illuminati Goal #12 in Coleman (1993) mentioned using pop culture (music idols, etc.) to captivate youth and divert them from faith or family. That was written about the 60s–80s era, but it continues in spades today. The celebrity worship culture has only grown, now expanded to internet influencers. Society often cares more about a pop star's dating life than about laws being passed that will affect their actual liberties.

Additionally, Protocol 13 touches on promoting amusement and vice as means of stupefaction. The explosion of pornography, gambling, and drug use (including the state-pushed normalization of certain narcotics) can all be seen as part of this opiate for the masses. As Coleman (1993) noted, there was an explicit goal to normalize drugs and pornography as art forms. Achieved? Largely yes. With endless stimulation at one's fingertips, who has energy to fight for higher things? The enemy's tactic of enticing with lust and addiction is ancient, but now supercharged by technology.

What is lost in this noise is any sense of transcendence or critical awareness. The essentials—like our purpose in life, our eternal destiny, the nature of good and evil, the workings of power—are rarely considered by the mainstream public unless a crisis forces it. And when crises do hit, people who've been mentally softened by years of triviality are more likely to panic and beg for authorities to "just fix it" rather than soberly analyze what's happening. In contrast, Christians are called to be sober-minded (1 Peter 5:8), not intoxicated by the world's distractions. The tragedy is many believers too have been drawn into the same cultural frivolity, leaving them ill-prepared spiritually and mentally for the challenges to faith and freedom.

Reflect: Paul exhorted, "Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things" (Colossians 3:2). We must consciously reclaim our attention from the trivial. It doesn't mean we never enjoy entertainment or hobbies, but we should ask: Am I abiding in Christ and dwelling on His truth more than I'm amusing myself with the world's candy? If not, we're in danger of being swept along. What practical steps can we take? Maybe fasting from media periodically, practicing Sabbath rests from screens, choosing books over clickbait, engaging in face-to-face fellowship over endless online chatter. Romans 13:11 says, "It is already the hour for you to wake up from sleep, because now our salvation is nearer than when we first believed." Shaking off the spirit of slumber and distraction is imperative as we near the culmination of these events.

Protocol 14: The Destruction of Religion Revisited – A New Faith for the New Order

Protocol 14 returns to the assault on religion, declaring that the final stage before the new rule is to utterly destroy the influence of existing faiths (especially Christianity) and then introduce a new form of worship. It speaks of undermining the clergy and ridiculing the old beliefs, preparing the way for the "rise of the [conspirators'] god" – in the Protocols text this is couched as the Jewish messianic age, but in reality it implies a Luciferian enthronement (Johnson & Smith, 2024). Essentially, once secularism has done its work and the masses are adrift, a new spiritual paradigm will be imposed, one that sanctifies the new regime itself.

We already covered much of the secularization process under Protocol 4, but Protocol 14 suggests a climax: the purpose behind de-Christianizing society is ultimately to replace Christianity, not to have a spiritual vacuum forever. And indeed, as we noted, the New Age movement and even the climate of global "wokeness" often carry quasi-religious overtones. People have an innate need to worship and to find meaning; if they reject the true God, they will worship something else (Romans 1:21-23, CSB). Today many worship self (the gospel of self-esteem and self-identification), others worship nature (radical environmentalism that treats the earth as a deity), others unknowingly worship power (political ideologies taken to utopian extremes become cults). The stage is set for a cunning leader to unify these misdirected spiritual longings into an official new religion of the world state.

Alice Bailey wrote of a coming "Church Universal" that would transcend denominations and be based on esoteric "truths." Teilhard de Chardin, a Jesuit philosopher, envisioned a "spiritual convergence" of humanity at the Omega Point, a kind of collective consciousness. Even prominent globalists like the late Maurice Strong spoke of the need for a new Gaia-centered belief system. Meanwhile, the United Nations has quietly harbored spiritual initiatives – the UN Meditation Room, the "Temple of Understanding," and frequent interfaith prayers for peace. Seemingly innocuous, these reflect an undercurrent: a spirituality that excludes Jesus Christ as Lord and instead venerates either an impersonal divinity or human potential as divine. That is essentially the spirit of Antichrist (1 John 4:3, CSB), which denies the Father and the Son.

Illuminati Goal #15 was to "export 'religious liberation' ideas around the world so as to undermine all existing religions, especially Christianity." (Coleman, 1993) Liberation theology (a Marxist spin on Christianity) was one example given. This succeeded in politicizing and diluting churches in various regions. But beyond undermining, there's the element of replacing: Protocol 14 specifically gloats that ultimately the new regime will publicly repudiate the old faiths and proclaim its own god (the text speaks of the Jewish God finally vindicated, but the subtext for the real authors likely meant Lucifer, whom high-degree occultists see as the true enlightener). In Scripture, we know the False Prophet will erect an image of the Beast and demand the world worship it (Revelation 13:14-15, CSB). And the Antichrist will exalt himself above every god, even seating himself in the Temple of God (2 Thessalonians 2:4, CSB). So a literal event of enforced idol worship is coming.

What might this new religion look like to the unsuspecting? Likely it will be pitched as the ultimate synthesis of all faith – a unitive global spirituality that preserves outer forms (as Bailey advised) but guts the exclusive truths. Perhaps it will be heavily experiential (signs and wonders will wow people – 2 Thess. 2:9) and promise divine energy or peace. It will certainly flatter human pride – promising that "you shall be as gods" (the original lie in Eden, Genesis 3:5, CSB). We see precursors in movements like Freemasonry, which in its higher degrees essentially teaches that all religions lead to the Grand Architect, and that through secret knowledge man can perfect himself. Or in the Baha'i Faith, which explicitly calls for a world religion under a world government. Even certain charismatic New Age-leaning circles speak of a coming "Christ consciousness" that all will attain – notably not requiring repentance or the cross. All these threads could converge in the false prophet's hands.

For devout Christians and faithful Jews and any others who won't compromise, this will mean persecution. Protocol 14 bragged of the "complete destruction" of the clergy and those who hold to the old ways (Wikipedia, 2024). Already we see rising hostility: Christians labeled as bigots, traditional Jews in some places facing increased anti-religious sentiment. In the end times, this will explode into outright war on the saints (Revelation 13:7).

Reflect: We must reaffirm in our hearts that Jesus Christ is the only way, truth, and life (John 14:6). No matter how appealing a new unity religion might sound ("all roads lead to God, let's all join hands"), we cannot bend the knee to another god. Like the three Hebrews before Nebuchadnezzar's statue, we must be ready to say: "The God we serve can deliver us, but even if He does not, we will not serve your gods" (Daniel 3:17-18). This conviction comes not from stubbornness but from love of the true God. In an age that will accuse us of "hate" for refusing the counterfeit unity, we must show extraordinary love and integrity, so that even our persecutors see that our allegiance is not born of malice but of unwavering devotion. Many will be deceived and many will persecute thinking they do God's service (John 16:2). Our task is to witness to them even unto death if needed, knowing that the blood of the martyrs is the seed of the Church. And we remember Jesus' promise: "Be faithful unto death, and I will give you the crown of life" (Revelation 2:10).

Protocol 15: Ruthless Suppression of Opposition – The Inquisition of the New Order

Protocol 15 is blunt about the fate of those who resist the new regime: "merciless suppression". It talks about establishing an "era of denunciations" – encouraging people to inform on any dissidents – and using arrests, surveillance, and executions to eliminate all who oppose the new order (Wikipedia, 2024). It chillingly notes that only a heartless, constant terrorism can secure the power seized. The conspirators even compare this coming purge to the medieval Inquisition, except on a far larger scale. Freemasonry is singled out: after being used as a tool, it says the new ruler will disband the lodges and wipe out those Masons who know too much (Johnson & Smith, 2024) – implying no outside power centers can be tolerated.

This protocol reveals the true face of the planned tyranny: once the façade of benevolent savior is gone, it rules by pure fear and bloodshed. Historically, every totalitarian regime follows this pattern. Think of the French Revolution's Reign of Terror, or Stalin's purges, or Mao's Cultural Revolution – initial promises of equality gave way to gulags and guillotines. The future global tyranny will be no different; in fact, it will be worse because of its unprecedented reach and the demonic fury behind it. Revelation 13 confirms this: the Beast makes war on the saints to slaughter them, and all who won't worship the image are to be killed. Jesus also warned of a coming tribulation "such as the world has never seen" (Matthew 24:21, CSB), and that the enemy will "wear out the saints" (Daniel 7:25, CSB). Protocol 15's vision is essentially the Great Tribulation from the persecutors' perspective.

Even now, precursors are visible. We have emerging systems like China’s Social Credit Score, where citizens are monitored and penalized for unapproved behavior – unable to buy train tickets or get loans if they criticize the government or even associate with those who do. The technology of surveillance – cameras with facial recognition, AI data mining of communications – means a future despot will have powers Stalin could only dream of. Governments justify these tools in the name of security (catching criminals, preventing terror), and indeed they do that. But once the net is in place, it can just as easily be used to catch patriots, believers, and free thinkers. There is a push in Western nations too for greater surveillance in light of threats; it’s often incremental and less overt than in authoritarian states, but trending in the same direction. The day may come when your smartphone or smart home devices report you for speaking something against the ideological line. Some employers already require diversity training that compels workers to confess their “privilege” or bias; one can imagine a time when refusing to participate marks you as a dissident.

Protocol 15’s mention of using secret societies then discarding them is notable. If indeed certain elite networks helped bring the Antichrist to power, he will not hesitate to betray them. Satan has no loyalty even to his servants. The very global elites who think they will rule might find themselves eliminated if they pose any threat or if their usefulness ends. This is sobering: no one will be safe in that regime except those in the very inner circle (and even they will live in paranoia). It truly will be as Daniel says, “he shall rule with an iron fist”.

We see an early sign in how cancel culture has progressed. At first, it “merely” sought to deplatform voices online. Now, it increasingly seeks to get people fired, debanked, and ostracized from society (for example, some with unpopular opinions have found their PayPal or banking services shut down). This is a softer form of the persecution to come – economic and social execution. Eventually, it could become literal execution when the regime has full control. The seeds of hatred and dehumanization are being planted now: those who do not conform are being painted as not just wrong but evil, dangerous, unworthy of basic rights. Once a populace accepts that premise, actual violence against the scapegoated group becomes acceptable. The Holocaust is a prime historical example: years of propaganda dehumanizing Jews paved the way for public acquiescence in their extermination. In the future, the targets will be all who hold to God’s truth and thus refuse the new order’s lies.

Reflect: This protocol is terrifying in human terms, but Jesus gave us strong comfort: "Do not fear those who kill the body but are unable to kill the soul… Even the hairs of your head have all been counted. So don't be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows" (Matthew 10:28-31). The prospect of an inescapable surveillance state and ruthless persecution can make anyone's heart quail. But God is with us in the fire (Isaiah 43:2). Thousands of martyrs throughout history have found grace to endure the unendurable by keeping their eyes on Jesus. We must cultivate that eternal perspective now. Also, note that Protocol 15's reign of terror is short-lived. Revelation sets it at 42 months (3.5 years). For the sake of the elect, God will cut those days short (Matthew 24:22). So while we soberly prepare for possible persecution, we also rejoice that God has limited it. And ultimately, "They overcame him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony, for they did not love their lives even to the point of death" (Revelation 12:11). The victory is already ours in Christ, whether through life or death (Philippians 1:20-21).

Protocol 16: The Nullification of Education – Subverting Schools and Academia

Protocol 16 focuses on education – essentially mapping out how the new order will take control of schools and universities to ensure no contrary ideas germinateen.wikipedia.org. It talks about remolding curricula to teach only the regime’s ideology and discouraging independent thought or critical inquiry. In short, an indoctrination system. Have we not largely covered this ground? Indeed, elements of this appeared in earlier protocols (9 and 13 especially). But here it is explicit: traditional education must be “nullified” – presumably, the classics, true history, theology, and critical philosophy will be excised, replaced by propaganda and technical training to produce obedient workers.

We’ve already noted how contemporary education has moved away from teaching students how to think (logic, rhetoric, objective truth) to what to think (approved social attitudes). Protocol 16’s vision is a world where generations grow up knowing nothing different than the new order’s narrative. This is similar to what totalitarian states have done – e.g. the Maoist re-education where children were taught to idolize the Party and disown their religious or bourgeois heritage. In the novel 1984, Winston’s job was literally rewriting history textbooks to align with Big Brother’s version of events; that is what Protocol 16 would entail on a global scale.

Even now, revisionist history is common. School textbooks are constantly revised. Sometimes it’s for good reasons (to include perspectives previously ignored), but sometimes it’s to impose an ideological spin. For example, some American history textbooks now downplay the nation’s Judeo-Christian founding principles and instead emphasize only its sins, fostering a generation that despises their own heritage – making them more amenable to something new. Likewise, world history courses often skim over the bloody failures of communism or the persecutions of Christianity, but give ample space to criticize Western democracies. It’s subtle but effective shaping of worldview.

According to Coleman (1993), Goal #21 was to "take control of education in America with the intent and purpose of utterly and completely destroying it... schools begin to teach 'Outcome Based Education' (OBE)". We saw this executed. By that time the effects were apparent, and indeed since then U.S. literacy and academic achievement in many areas have declined despite huge spending – yet students are often more politically "woke" than ever. That was by design: break down analytical skills and fill the void with emotional/political conditioning.

The university level is also corrupted. Once places of at least nominal open inquiry, many are now ideological echo chambers. Speakers who challenge mainstream views are often disinvited or shouted down. Research funding is directed toward projects that align with certain agendas (e.g., environmental science that presupposes certain outcomes). The sciences, which should be impartial, are not immune. We saw during COVID how even scientific debate was stifled if it opposed official narratives. The pattern is clear: education serves power, not truth, in these times.

When Antichrist rules, expect a full purge of academia. Likely any remaining teachers of biblical faith or traditional ethics will be dismissed. Schools may be co-opted into youth brigades for the regime, reminiscent of Hitler Youth or the Young Pioneers under Soviet rule. The Bible warns of this dynamic: "children will rise up against parents and have them put to death" (Mark 13:12, CSB). That is easier if children are taught from tender age that loyalty to the dear leader supersedes family ties – a key tactic of totalitarian education.

Reflect: In such times, the role of parents and the Church in education becomes paramount. We may need to form underground networks to teach our children the truth. Homeschooling or Christian schooling is already a growing movement, sometimes opposed by governments who want uniform standards. That opposition might increase. But parents are charged by God to train up their children in the way they should go (Proverbs 22:6, CSB). We cannot abdicate that to Caesar, especially when Caesar is indoctrinating them against Christ. Believers might have to mimic the persecuted church in places like the USSR, where secret Bible schools and samizdat (clandestine literature) kept knowledge alive.

Also, personally, we must un-nullify our own understanding. Many of us have blind spots from our secular education. It's time to relearn and deepen in the foundations – study Scripture diligently, learn church history, study logic and how to defend the faith (apologetics). In an age of deception, a well-trained mind and spirit are an urgent necessity. Paul told Timothy to "guard what has been entrusted to you, avoiding irreverent and empty speech and contradictions from what is falsely called knowledge" (1 Timothy 6:20, CSB). That advice resonates strongly as Protocol 16's blueprint unfolds. We guard the deposit of true knowledge and pass it on to faithful people who can teach others (2 Timothy 2:2, CSB), even if that has to happen around kitchen tables or in catacombs.

Protocol 17: The Fate of the Clergy – Turning Churches Against Themselves

Protocol 17 specifically addresses clergy and religious leaders. It outlines a plan to divide and corrupt the clergy of Christianity (and presumably other religions) so they become ineffective or even collaborators (Protocols, 1903). The idea is to infiltrate seminaries and church leadership with agents who introduce liberal theology and doubts, to cause scandals that discredit ministers, and to fuel schisms. Ultimately, any remaining true shepherds would be removed, leaving flocks either scattered or led by false shepherds loyal to the regime.

This hits close to home, because we have witnessed a great falling away within churches in the past century. The rise of theological liberalism in the late 19th and early 20th centuries gutted many mainline Protestant denominations of their biblical faith. By mid-20th century, a large portion of churches in Europe and North America had ceased to preach the literal resurrection, the need for salvation from sin, or the authority of Scripture. They became social clubs or political activist groups wearing religious vestments. This apostasy was not entirely accidental – several key early liberal theologians were Freemasons or influenced by Enlightenment secret societies that harbored anti-Christian agendas. The Protocols fingered Freemasonry as a tool to "scheme" within church circles (Nilus, 1905), and indeed there have been documented instances of lodge influence swaying church decisions (especially in certain state churches historically). But beyond conspiracies, simple human temptation was enough: promise clergymen academic respectability if they abandon miracles and embrace "modern" thought – many took the bait.

Illuminati Goal #13 and #14 intriguingly talk about misusing fundamentalist Christianity and fostering cults: #13 mentions building up Christian fundamentalism only to twist it to support Zionism (in their narrative) (Coleman, 1993); #14 talks of spreading other cults and doing mind control experiments through religious sects (Coleman, 1993). The common thread is using even zealous religious movements for ulterior ends. Have we not seen bizarre cults that discredit faith (e.g., Jim Jones, who was once a mainstream church pastor before leading hundreds into a suicide cult – possibly with outside influences)? Also, certain televangelist scandals come to mind, where preachers chasing money and fame brought shame to the name of Christ. Whether those individuals were infiltrators or just fell to sin, the net effect is what Protocol 17 wanted: public cynicism toward clergy.

Today, large swaths of Christendom are co-opted. Some churches fully endorse the secular agenda (marrying same-sex couples, teaching critical race theory, etc.), effectively becoming mouthpieces for the new order rather than witnesses for Christ. Others remain orthodox but are compromised by seeking worldly power (some American evangelical circles tying themselves so tightly to politics that their Gospel witness is damaged). Meanwhile, truly faithful pastors often face pressure and sometimes removal. In parts of the world under communism or Islamism, regime-friendly clergy are installed to monitor congregations, and genuine pastors operate clandestinely. We can expect this globally under Antichrist: state-approved “churches” that preach compliance and perhaps even hail the Antichrist as the Messiah, versus an underground persecuted Church holding to Jesus alone.

The Protocols specifically gloated that once they're in power, priests will be dealt with severely – some references even to ruining their reputation with fabricated crimes (United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, 2023). In recent years, revelations of real clerical abuse (like the Catholic Church's abuse scandals) have grievously undermined the moral authority of churches. Again, not all of that is a plot (much is the tragic result of sin being covered up), but dark forces certainly exploit it to tell the world, "See, these religious leaders are all hypocrites and predators." It's a short leap then to say, "Wouldn't we be better off without these churches altogether?" And many secular folks have reached that conclusion.

Reflect: The apostle Peter warned that "false teachers" will arise from within the church, introducing destructive heresies (2 Peter 2:1). We are living through that. Our duty is to contend for the faith once delivered to the saints (Jude 3). Support and encourage godly pastors who stand firm. Be discerning of doctrine – know the Scriptures well so you can spot false teaching quickly (Acts 17:11). And for those of us in ministry, Protocol 17 is a dire caution: guard your integrity, because the enemy would love to make a scandal of you. We must aim, as Paul said, to live so that "the ministry will not be blamed" (2 Corinthians 6:3).

Moreover, we should brace ourselves that institutional churches might not all stand the test. Some of us may have to meet in homes or secret places if our church organizations capitulate to the beast system. That's okay – the church is wherever two or three gather in Christ's name (Matthew 18:20). The Good Shepherd will never abandon His true sheep, even if hirelings do (John 10:12-13).

Protocol 18: The Organization of Disorder – Controlled Anarchy to Justify Control

Protocol 18 speaks of organizing disorder – that is, the conspirators will incite anarchy, protests, and even assassination attempts so that they can then crack down with heavy measures and claim it's for public safety (United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, 2023). It's a form of the Hegelian dialectic: create the problem, then offer the solution that increases your power. Specifically, it mentions staging "demonstrations" and using secret agents to cause unrest.

This tactic is textbook. Many suspect that various riots or coups in history had hidden instigators. For example, some evidence suggests that the Nazi regime orchestrated certain attacks (like the Reichstag fire) to justify martial law against communists and dissenters. In more recent times, there are claims that agents provocateurs have been used in peaceful protests to turn them violent, thereby discrediting the protest and enabling a crackdown. Whether or not specific cases are proven, we know the pattern exists because Protocol 18 bragged of it over a century ago.

We have seen a rise of manufactured crises. Sometimes it’s unclear who’s pulling the strings, but notice how swiftly narratives appear that twist a chaotic event to favor more control. For instance, a lone violent incident happens, and immediately there are calls to curtail rights for everyone (be it free speech or gun ownership or what have you). The speed and coordination of those calls often indicate prior planning. It’s almost as if they were waiting for the right incident to push a pre-made agenda.

Illuminati Goal #11 in (Coleman, 1993) was: "Keep people everywhere from deciding their own destinies by means of one created crisis after another and then 'managing' such crises. This will confuse and demoralize the population… AGENCY for Crisis Management… FEMA…" Remarkably, he mentions FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) as early as 1980, noting it existed to manage crises. Today, we see how emergency agencies and executive orders often supersede normal law during disasters. The public, worn down by constant scares, eventually says "whatever, just make it stop." That is precisely when freedom slips away.

Protocol 18's scenario of an assassination attempt on their ruler as a pretext to unleash repression is interesting. Could the Antichrist possibly stage an attack on himself (or actually be killed and resurrected, per Revelation 13:3 to gain sympathy and a mandate to eliminate his enemies? It's plausible. The narrative could be: "Extremists tried to kill our beloved leader; now we must root out this hate completely." Already, political violence or even strong rhetoric is used to tar entire movements (e.g., one violent incident by a fringe person leads the media to smear millions of peaceful dissenters as complicit). Under Protocol 18's influence, that guilt-by-association tactic will justify mass arrests.

We also note the existence of what some call "false flags" – deceptive operations that are blamed on an opponent to justify action against them. The Protocols essentially advocate false flags. As believers, we should be aware that not everything is as it seems when we hear news of unrest. However, we must be cautious not to jump to conclusions or spread unverified theories either, as that can damage credibility. The key is a wise skepticism, holding out for evidence.

Reflect: Proverbs 29:25 says, "The fear of mankind is a snare, but the one who trusts in the Lord is protected." The chaos around us, whether organic or engineered, can easily ensnare us in fear. God calls us to a calm faith. We should be "wise as serpents and harmless as doves" (Matthew 10:16) – discerning the times, yet not reacting in the flesh. The devil would love to provoke believers into violent or panicked responses (so he can justify crushing them). We must not fall for that. Our weapons are not physical but spiritual (2 Corinthians 10:4). Even as Protocol 18's strategy unfolds – as cities burn or governments stage spectacles – we should respond with prayer, with speaking truth in love, and with non-violent wisdom. There may be times to physically defend our families in lawlessness, of course, but we must never become the instigators of disorder. The organized disorder is the devil's tool; organized love and truth is ours.

Protocol 19: Mutual Understanding Between Ruler and People – The Cult of Personality

Protocol 19 is somewhat obscure in its wording, but it hints at creating a cult of personality around the new ruler and a falsified "mutual understanding" between him and the people (Wikipedia, 2023). It suggests stage-managing public interactions, possibly using staged "martyrdoms" (it mentions "gossip" and "martyrdom") to endear the ruler and his inner circle to the masses. Essentially, once opposition is crushed, the regime wants to manufacture a sense that the people and the leader are one – that he embodies their will and welfare.

We have modern examples aplenty. Totalitarian leaders often cultivate a fatherly or savior image. Kim Jong-un of North Korea, for instance, portrays himself as the loving protector of his people (even as his regime starves them). Stalin was called “Uncle Joe” in propaganda. Even democratic leaders now indulge in personality branding with social media and PR teams. In the age of celebrity, a skilled dictator will appear as the ultimate celebrity – omnipresent on screens, with carefully crafted moments that tug at heartstrings (e.g., kissing babies, tearfully visiting disaster victims – all choreographed). Protocol 19 implies even “gossip” will be used – perhaps spreading touching or heroic anecdotes about the leader.

Revelation 13 indicates that the Beast will indeed captivate the world: “All the earth marveled and followed the beast. And they worshiped the beast, saying ‘Who is like the beast?’” (Rev 13:3-4, CSB). This is the extreme end of the cult of personality – literal worship. The False Prophet will ensure the image of the Beast is revered. So Protocol 19’s goal of “mutual understanding” is really to foster adulation. People might feel the leader “understands them and cares for them,” when in truth it’s mass psychosis induced by propaganda.

In our current era, we see how swiftly segments of society can be rallied to adore a figure. Conversely, they can also be rallied to hate a figure (cancelling someone overnight). The ability to swing public emotion is a potent weapon of the enemy. Today it’s done via viral media. Tomorrow, who knows – possibly even via direct neural influence if technology like brain-machine interfaces advance under central control.

Mutual understanding could also imply that all grievances are channelled to blame common enemies, not the leader. For instance, the regime might encourage the people to think, “Our leader would give us paradise if not for those pesky Christians (or capitalists, or whoever) causing trouble.” This way, the people and leader are “united” against a scapegoat. We have seen this dynamic historically: Hitler united Germans against Jews and “plutocrats,” Communists united proletariat against “bourgeoisie,” etc. Under Antichrist, likely all remaining ills will be blamed on the faithful who refuse his mark. Thus the populace will cheer as those resisters are eliminated, sincerely believing they’re helping the leader make a utopia.

It's sobering to imagine neighbors and friends turning with cult-like fervor to turn in those who don't conform. Yet Christ warned of this exact scenario: "Brother will betray brother to death, and a father his child. Children will even rise up against their parents and have them put to death" (Mark 13:12). In such a climate, only those whose understanding is with the Lord will stand apart.

Reflect: We must resolve now that our understanding is with Christ. No matter how charismatic or miraculous a leader may be, if he does not speak according to God's Word, we will not follow (Isaiah 8:20). We must "let the Word of Christ dwell richly" in us (Colossians 3:16) so that we are not swayed by personality or emotion. Also, consider cultivating genuine Christian community now – "mutual understanding" among the Body of Christ. In Acts, the believers were of one heart and mind (Acts 4:32) in Christ. That bond will be crucial when the world's false unity under Antichrist arises. They will have their counterfeit fellowship; we must cleave to true fellowship in the Spirit. Jesus prayed that we be one in Him (John 17:21). The sad truth is many who call themselves Christian may be deceived into the Antichrist's mutual admiration society – especially if they've drifted from Scripture and love of the truth. So aligning with like-minded faithful now, and strengthening each other in discernment and devotion, is critical.

Protocol 20: The Financial Program – Global Financial Slavery by Debt and Taxation

Protocol 20 lays out a detailed financial program for the new regime: heavy progressive taxation, national debts engineered to be unpayable (so that the state usurps everything), a scheme of central banks and credit manipulation to control economies (Wikipedia, 2023). It describes a global plan where money is solely in the conspirators' hands (Wikipedia, 2023) and citizens are burdened with taxes and loans that keep them struggling. Basically, enslaving the world through finance.

We see huge overlap with reality here. Progressive income tax and central banking are ironically two planks from The Communist Manifesto, yet they are also tools used by capitalist globalists – showing that regardless of ideology, the powerful like these instruments. Most nations today have steep taxes and continuous deficit spending. Who profits? Banks and the wealthy who lend to governments at interest. It’s sobering that the world’s largest religion, Islam, actually forbids interest (usury) – not that Islamic nations follow that fully, but it points out that charging interest on debt used to be seen as immoral for precisely this reason: it can enslave. The Protocols relish using usury to bleed nations and individuals.

Look at the debt situation now: The world is drowning in debt (sovereign, corporate, personal). The United States has over $30 trillion in federal debt – effectively unpayable, only sustainable by money printing which stealthily robs value from everyone's savings (an invisible tax via inflation). The EU, China, Japan – all similar or worse debt-to-GDP ratios. It's a house of cards. Many economists predict an eventual collapse or hyperinflation. This is by design or negligence? Either way, the effect aligns with Protocol 20: such debt crises can justify radical changes like currency resets, confiscation of wealth, etc. The "Great Reset" crowd has even floated ideas of debt forgiveness in exchange for people giving up private property claims (again, "own nothing and be happy" World Economic Forum, 2016).

Taxes too are always promised on the rich but end up squeezing the middle class. The Protocols specifically advocated progressive tax to "ruin" the middle class and leave only rulers and a controlled proletariat (Graves, 1921). Today, billionaires often evade taxes through loopholes, while small business owners and professionals pay high rates. The middle class in many Western countries is shrinking, echoing this plan.

Then consider currency control: Protocol 20 highlights that the conspirators will replace gold with paper money to create instability, then likely go back to a gold standard under their exclusive control (Cohn, 1967). Historically, in 1971 the world left the gold standard (U.S. dollar no longer redeemable in gold), unleashing an era of fiat money and inflation – and indeed great instability but also a boom in speculation. Now some predict a return to a digital asset-backed currency might come after a crisis, possibly controlled by the IMF or a world central bank. That would give unprecedented power to whoever sets its rules.

The push for Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) ties in here. If all currency becomes digital under central authority, every transaction can be monitored and even blocked. Imagine a future where if you’re not in good standing with the regime, your digital wallet is turned off – you can’t buy food. That’s essentially the mark of the Beast system (Revelation 13:17, CSB). We’re not far; already some banks deplatform individuals for political reasons.

This shift mirrors key stages outlined by Coleman (1992): orchestrating economic collapse, centralizing policy control, and empowering international banking institutions over local financial systems. The growing influence of organizations like the Bank for International Settlements (BIS), known as the "central bank of central banks," demonstrates this centralization, making decisions that affect billions with minimal public oversight.

Reflect: Jesus said, "You cannot serve both God and money" (Matthew 6:24, CSB). The coming financial tyranny underscores that. Believers may face choices: hold on to comfort/security tied to the beast's economy, or let goods and even livelihoods go to stay true to Christ. We might have to practice a modern "Acts 2 community," sharing resources within the church as the ability to buy/sell gets restricted. Storing some essentials, getting out of unnecessary debt, and diversifying assets prudently (as led by God) can be wise, but ultimately, our trust is in God's provision. The early Christians often were poor and oppressed, yet Paul wrote, "my God will supply all your needs according to His riches in glory in Christ Jesus" (Philippians 4:19, CSB). We may witness the collapse of the current financial world. If so, we should not panic like those whose hope is in money. We knew this was coming, and we know a far better economy awaits us in Christ's Kingdom, where "they will build houses and inhabit them; plant vineyards and eat their fruit… my chosen ones will fully enjoy the work of their hands" (Isaiah 65:21-22, CSB).

Protocol 21: Domestic Loans and Credit – Financial Leverage and Crash

Protocol 21 continues the financial scheme, focusing on domestic loans (government borrowing from its own people via bonds) and stock markets (Wikipedia, 2023). It outlines using credit booms and market manipulations to siphon wealth and then burst bubbles at opportune times. Essentially, to lure nations and citizens into speculative frenzies, then leave them impoverished and dependent after inevitable crashes.

This has an uncanny parallel in modern economic history. The late 20th and early 21st centuries have seen repeated boom-bust cycles: the dot-com bubble, the 2008 housing bubble, and possibly now asset bubbles in stocks and real estate due to ultra-low interest rates. Each time, a lot of paper wealth vanishes, but not everyone loses. Insiders often get out before the crash (or get bailed out after). For example, in 2008, millions of regular people lost homes and jobs, but big banks were rescued by governments using taxpayer money (socializing the losses). That crisis also allowed major banks to consolidate (weaker rivals collapsed or were absorbed). This fits the playbook: crises ultimately benefit the consolidators of power.

Protocol 21’s talk of government credit likely includes currency devaluation. We see a global race of money printing that will at some point recklessly devalue major currencies (some argue it already is via inflation). When people’s savings become worthless due to hyperinflation, they’re ruined without a bullet fired. Think of 1920s Weimar Germany – that collapse paved the way for Hitler. In recent times, countries like Venezuela and Zimbabwe experienced hyperinflation, which utterly broke social order and made citizens completely reliant on the regime’s rationing (or black markets). A worldwide financial meltdown could likewise soften people up for the “solution” of the Antichrist’s strict controlled economy.

Stock exchanges are explicitly mentioned in Protocol 21 (Wikipedia, 2023). Today's markets are global and often irrational. There's speculation that some market crashes or surges have behind-the-scenes coordination (e.g., the sudden dramatic swings that benefit certain hedge funds). Also, the derivatives market (complex financial bets) is so massive and interconnected that it's a ticking time bomb; its collapse could dwarf the 2008 crisis. It seems almost designed to eventually implode. Perhaps that is intended – to bring the entire world to its knees financially in one grand crash, out of which a unified digital currency and system emerges, as previously noted.

Now, beyond economics, consider the spiritual parallel: Just as Protocol 21 envisions luring people with greed and then punishing them, the Antichrist system dangles earthly prosperity and security to draw allegiance (the mark of the Beast being tied to buying and selling). Many will choose soul-death for temporary gain (Mark 8:36). We must heed scriptures like 1 Timothy 6:9: "Those who want to be rich fall into temptation, a trap, and many foolish and harmful desires which plunge people into ruin and destruction." The devil will exploit that very dynamic at the end.

Reflect: The early church likely looked at the Roman economy and its injustices, longing for Christ's return to set things right. We too must long for the true Jubilee of Christ's kingdom, when "He will restore everything" (Acts 3:21). Until then, we handle money as stewards, not slaves. We should avoid the love of money and live simply enough that the loss of material things, if it comes, won't shipwreck our faith. Remember the antidote Jesus gave to Laodicea, the rich but blind church: "Buy from Me gold refined in the fire so that you may be rich; and white clothes so that you may be dressed… and ointment to spread on your eyes so that you may see" (Revelation 3:18). In context, that "gold" is metaphorical for genuine faith and character that can endure fire (1 Peter 1:7). We need that refined treasure, the richness of knowing Christ. That wealth can never be devalued or stolen (Gallup, 2021).

Also, practically, building mutual aid in our church communities can mitigate dependence on the world's systems. In Acts 4:34 (CSB), "there was not a needy person among them" because they shared. We may come full circle to that model if/when believers are locked out of the mainstream economy. Such preparation isn't just physical; it's spiritual solidarity.

Protocol 22: The Charitable Facade – “Beneficence” as Bait

In Protocol 22, the conspirators wax about the "beneficence" of their coming rule (Wikipedia, 2023). After all the scheming, they plan to pose as philanthropic saviors. They suggest that once in power, they will use their vast gold reserves to provide prosperity – on their terms – and thus secure the people's admiration. In essence, they envision tyranny wearing a smiling mask. This is the final deception: after causing so much suffering, they will swoop in with relief (perhaps debt forgiveness or universal income) so that the masses view them as benevolent guardians. It's a classic protection racket – create the danger, then "protect" people from it for a price.

We can already see how such a dynamic might play out. Imagine after a global financial collapse, the new world leaders announce, "We will cancel all your debts and ensure everyone has food, shelter, and a basic income. All we ask is your allegiance to our new system." Many would hail them as heroes. Who wouldn't want debts canceled and a stable life after chaos? The Protocols imply that the conspirators will claim their reign is a gift to mankind – even framing it in quasi-spiritual terms of being the "chosen" benefactor (Wikipedia, 2023). Indeed, the document's antisemitic framing talks of "chosenness" as a justification (misusing the biblical concept of Israel's chosenness). The real architects of tyranny, however, may invoke destiny or necessity – "we were destined to bring peace" or "only we could save humanity." The Antichrist will likely present himself not as a tyrant but as "man of the people," a humanitarian. Daniel says "he will distribute plunder, loot, and wealth to his followers" (Daniel 11:24, CSB), which suggests bribing the world with goodies to win loyalty.

But Scripture unmasks this charade: "Satan himself masquerades as an angel of light" (2 Corinthians 11:14). Likewise his servants will masquerade as do-gooders. We see precursors in global initiatives today that on the surface do good (fighting poverty, disease, climate change) but often carry hidden agendas of control. Even as Christians, we must be discerning: not every humanitarian or social justice movement is free of spiritual deception. The devil is quite willing to "do good" temporarily if it helps entrench his power. The Pharisees of Jesus' day gave alms publicly to seem righteous, all while plotting evil (Matthew 6:2). The final empire will perfect that hypocrisy on a global scale.

Reflect: How do we resist the bait of apparent beneficence? By remembering that true benevolence comes only from God. "Every good and perfect gift is from above" (James 1:17). When the world leaders offer "gifts" at the cost of our freedom or conscience, we must echo Peter's stance: "We have no silver or gold, but what we have we give you: in the name of Jesus, rise up" (Acts 3:6). That is, we rely on God's provision and healing, not the regime's payoffs. The early Christians often found themselves at odds with Rome's "bread and circuses" – they chose to feed on the Bread of Life instead. In practical terms, we cultivate contentment (1 Timothy 6:6-8) so that we cannot be enticed by promises of safety or luxury. Better a dinner of herbs where love is, than a fattened ox with hatred (Proverbs 15:17). The coming ruler will fatten the world with conveniences and cures, but behind it is hatred for God's truth. We must not swallow the lie that the secular state is our shepherd; the Lord is our Shepherd, we lack nothing (Psalm 23:1).

Protocol 23: The Inculcation of Absolute Obedience – “Be Still and Know… that I am god.”

By Protocol 23, the plan is complete: total obedience has been inculcated in the populace (Protocols of the Elders of Zion, 1903). The text exults in a world of slaves who obey without question, having accepted the "chosen" ruler's authority as absolute. It speaks of the people as if they are conditioned to the point of mindless submission – a hive mind directed by the elite. This is the ultimate goal: not just to coerce obedience, but to internalize it in the masses so that rebellion never even crosses their mind. It is a demonic inversion of the biblical call, "Be still and know that I am God" (Psalm 46:10, CSB) – instead, the regime silently demands, "Be still and know that we are gods."

In contemporary terms, this could be achieved through pervasive surveillance and punitive systems (people behave because they know Big Brother is always watching). But beyond external pressure, the regime will seek to win hearts. Through Protocol 19 and 22 tactics – personality cult and bread and circuses – many will give willing obedience. Add to that advanced technology: imagine AI algorithms nudging people’s thoughts, or even neurotech implants ensuring compliance. This is no longer science fiction. Even now, big data and AI predict and influence human behavior (for advertising, voting, etc.). The next step could be direct behavioral modification. By the time of Antichrist, humanity may be so interconnected with the digital beast system that free will in the societal sense is nearly obliterated. Without Christ, people will be as “cattle” (a term the Protocols chillingly use for the public) – branded and herded.

But let's also acknowledge: even under fierce dictatorships, not everyone truly obeys in heart. There will be resisters – chiefly those who come to Christ during the Tribulation (for by God's grace, some will). Revelation 14:12 (CSB) speaks of the tribulation saints: "Here is the endurance of the saints… who keep the commands of God and the faith of Jesus." Their obedience to God stands in stark contrast to the world's obedience to the beast. This will not go unnoticed. Protocol 23's dream of unanimous obedience will falter in the face of the Gospel's stubborn endurance. And for that defiance, the faithful will be persecuted unto death (Revelation 13:15). Yet even in martyrdom they overcome the beast (Revelation 12:11).

In the big picture, Protocol 23 represents mankind utterly subjected to a false god-king – a tragic mirror image of what true worship of the true God should look like. Where our Lord Jesus invites loving obedience as sons and daughters, the Antichrist will impose servile obedience as a tyrant. Where God's law brings freedom (Psalm 119:45), man's law brings bondage. When I read Protocol 23's vision of society, I actually think of the Millennium under Christ – how every knee will bow to Jesus (Philippians 2:10) and the knowledge of the Lord will cover the earth (Isaiah 11:9). Satan's counterfeit is a jackboot forcing knees to bow to his pawn, and the knowledge of the Lie covering the earth. It won't hold; it can't.

Reflect: Obedience is only as good as the one obeyed. Whom are we obeying daily? If we compromise now to please men, it will be easier to obey the beast later. But if we train ourselves to obey God rather than men (Acts 5:29), we'll have the spiritual backbone when greater tests come. Let's practice saying "No" to ungodliness and the worldly lusts that want to rule us (Titus 2:12). If we can say no to, say, a sinful entertainment or a dishonest shortcut at work, we are building the muscle to say "NO" when one day we're ordered to deny Christ. Conversely, every time we say "Yes, Lord" to Jesus – in evangelizing, in generosity, in forgiving an enemy – we are rehearsing for the ultimate "Yes, Lord" when He calls us to perhaps lay down our life.

The world may label the obedient Christian as a rebel in the new order – and indeed we will be rebels against evil. So be it. Better to stand with Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the furnace, refusing to obey Nebuchadnezzar's idol, than to march in the pomp of Nebuchadnezzar's court headed for judgment. The only total obedience that yields life is obedience to our loving Father through Christ (Romans 6:16). All else is slavery unto death.

Protocol 24: The King of the World – Vision and Vanity

In the final Protocol 24, the document describes the installation of their king – a purported scion of David who will rule the world (Wikipedia, 2025). They outline the personal qualities this world sovereign must have – a superhuman intellect, iron will, and the cunning to guide the "lesser" masses. It's essentially the blueprint for a false messiah. They even acknowledge, in an aside, that critics will say "this is all fictional", but insist that once their king is on the throne, the results will speak for themselves (Wikipedia, 2025). In other words, they don't care if people disbelieve the conspiracy – when it materializes, skepticism will vanish.

History shows many tyrants lusted for such a title – "King of the World." From Alexander the Great to Napoleon to the leaders of modern superpowers, the spirit of Protocol 24 has flitted in human hearts. But none achieved global dominion. The Bible says only when God allows the Antichrist to rise will one man have authority over "every tribe and people" for a short time (Revelation 13:7). We are on the cusp of that fulfillment. The Protocols in their twisted way point to a coming global king. We, through Scripture, know this will be the man of lawlessness. He may claim Davidic or divine lineage – some speculate he might even present himself as the returned Christ or Mahdi to various religions. Jesus warned of false Christs in the last days deceiving many (Matthew 24:24). This will be the ultimate one.

"Document as fiction" is an interesting phrase (Wikipedia, 2025). It's almost as if the authors taunt that people will not believe the plan even when it's written in front of them. Indeed, for years anyone who talked about a small elite planning world government was dismissed with "Oh, that Protocols of Zion nonsense? It's a proven forgery!" Yes – the document is a forgery, but how eerily it has matched reality! The fact that much of this "fiction" is coming true suggests a very real spiritual author behind it. As Christians we recognize the fingerprints: it is ultimately Satan's plan, long ago prophesied in Scripture though dressed up in different garb here. And Satan loves that people dismissed it as a silly conspiracy – that gave him cover to work. Today, likewise, terms like "New World Order" or "Great Reset" are often mocked by media as conspiracy tropes, even when world leaders openly use those terms (The Guardian, 2019; San, 2025). This gaslighting is deliberate. The devil is perfectly content to be "hidden in plain sight," fostering an environment where anyone who discerns his working is called a fool. Yet God's Word pulls the curtain back on the Dragon's vanity project of kingship (Revelation 13, 2 Thessalonians 2, Daniel 7-8). We are not ignorant of his schemes (2 Corinthians 2:11).

Ultimately, Protocol 24's envisioned king meets a fate the document does not record – but the Bible does. "Then I saw heaven opened, and there was a white horse. Its rider is called Faithful and True... He judges and makes war... On His robe is written: KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS" (Revelation 19:11-16). This is Jesus returning in glory. And what becomes of the Antichrist, that counterfeit king of the world? "The beast was captured, and with it the false prophet… Both of them were thrown alive into the lake of fire" (Revelation 19:20). In one hour, all his power is broken – "the Lord Jesus will destroy him with the breath of His mouth and will bring him to nothing at the appearance of His coming" (2 Thessalonians 2:8). Talk about a plot twist! The conqueror of the world meets an unconquerable Christ.

The Protocols of Zion, from its first to last, is a story of immense pride – Lucifer's pride echoing through human instruments. Protocol 24 is Lucifer saying yet again, "I will ascend to heaven; I will set up my throne… I will make myself like the Most High" (Isaiah 14:13-14). And as always, "Yet you will be brought down to Sheol, to the deepest regions of the Pit" (Isaiah 14:15). God will allow the drama to play out just long enough to fulfill His purposes – to refine the saints, to reap a final harvest of souls who see the false and turn to the True, and to demonstrate once and for all the folly of Satan's rebellion. Then He will say "Enough," and the dominion of evil will end.

Reflect: We know how the story ends. The question is, what do we do with this knowledge now? The user of the Protocols and similar schemes rely on stealth and denial – labeling truth as fiction, and fiction as truth. We must be bold to speak the truth of God's Word even when it's derided as "conspiracy" or "hate." Amos 5:10 laments, "They hate the one who convicts the guilty at the city gate, and despise the one who speaks with integrity." That will intensify. Already, sharing biblical views on gender, marriage, or the exclusivity of Christ can be branded hate speech. Soon, proclaiming that a one-world system is actually part of satanic prophecy will surely be deemed "dangerous misinformation." We can foresee censorship and perhaps legal penalties. Yet we cannot be silent. We are not responsible for "winning" worldly arguments, but we are responsible for witnessing to the Truth.

Jesus said, "If anyone is ashamed of Me and My words in this adulterous and sinful generation, the Son of Man will be ashamed of him when He comes in glory" (Mark 8:38). A sober warning indeed. The world will pressure us to recant truth under threat of being labeled lunatics or criminals. But let's take courage from the apostles, who, when ordered to stop preaching, replied, "We cannot help but speak about what we have seen and heard" (Acts 4:20). They rejoiced to be counted worthy to suffer dishonor for the Name (Acts 5:41).

Final Reflections

So, dear reader, we conclude with this call: Be discerning. Do not automatically believe the flattering narratives of the age, nor be cowed by the slurs thrown at truth-tellers. Test everything against Scripture, the prophetic Word "more fully confirmed" (2 Peter 1:19). Recognize that much of what the world dismisses as "conspiracy theory" or "myth" (like a coming one-world tyranny or the spiritual warfare behind history) is actually coming to pass before our eyes (Guardian, 2019; San, 2025). Conversely, much of what the world hails as "progress" or "enlightenment" is setting the stage for deception. As Isaiah warned, "Woe to those who call evil good and good evil, who substitute darkness for light and light for darkness" (Isaiah 5:20). We live in those woeful times. Yet we are also the people of hope. For while darkness gathers, "the night is nearly over, and the day is near" (Romans 13:12). The King of Kings is coming soon.

Let us then awaken and don the armor of light. Not with fear, not with hatred, but with sober minds and burning hearts, we press on. The world may scorn us as "haters" or "heretics" or "conspiracy kooks," but heaven calls us beloved children and faithful witnesses. In the end, that is all that will matter. When Truth Himself stands upon the earth, all lies will flee. Every protocol of evil will crumble like a castle of sand, and the meek shall inherit the earth (Matthew 5:5). Therefore, "let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up" (Galatians 6:9). Stand firm, watchful and prayerful, "discerning the signs of the times" (Matthew 16:3), and loving the appearing of our Lord.

In a world of global deception, this is our confidence: "The Lord will be a refuge for His people" (Joel 3:16). Though the mountains fall into the sea, "Be still and know that He is God" – the true God who will be exalted among the nations (Psalm 46:10). The King is coming. Amen. Come, Lord Jesus! (Revelation 22:20).

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