British Prime Minister Gordon Brown has called for the creation of a new global society during a keynote foreign policy speech today. Brown has been spearheading the campaign to reform the global financial system ever since the resignation of his predecessor Tony Blair earlier in the year. In his first foreign policy speech as Prime Minister, Brown stated that out of the greatest restructuring of the global economy, the 21st century would witness the creation of a new world order. At that time the Prime Minister remarked that the institutions established following the end of the Second World War, such as the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank, would need to be radically reformed to fit the new, globalised world. And now, following the greatest economic recession since the Great Depression of the 1930s, world leaders are now talking about doing that very thing. Brown believes that the new American administration, working in tandem with Britain and the European Union, should be leading the "global effort to build a stronger and more just international order". And next weekend, world leaders will meet in Washington to discuss long-term solutions to the latest financial crisis, following a series of internationally co-ordinated moves to stabilize the global economy.

Quote: ""Uniquely in this global age, it is now in our power to come together so that 2008 is remembered not just for the failure of a financial crash that engulfed the world but for the resilience and optimism with which we faced the storm, endured it and prevailed," Brown told the lord mayor's banquet. "...And if we learn from our experience of turning unity of purpose into unity of action, we can together seize this moment of change in our world to create a truly global society."

Just a few days ago, I commented on the letter sent by the EU to the new American administration, which called for a 'partnership of equals' on global foreign policy issues and seemed to signal a seismic shift towards an EU-centric world. Previously military officials have discussed the idea of setting up a combined EU-US-NATO command structure, which would be based in Brussels and be responsible for co-ordinating action against the global terrorist threat. There is also talk of the European Union and United States of America harmonizing their tax laws with the goal of creating a Transatlantic Common Market by the year 2015. This year we have also witnessed the establishment of the Union for the Mediterranean, which aims to create a region of peace and stability on the borders of Europe, and aspires to revive the glory days of the old Roman Empire. We may also soon witness the full ratification of the Lisbon Treaty, which will create the posts of EU President and Foreign Minister, and give the bloc its own legal identity on the world stage. As you can see, we are well on the way towards the establishment of a global society, governed by Daniel's fourth beast - the European Union. It will be man's last attempt at bringing peace to this troubled world. It will also be Satan's last attempt at preventing the return of Christ to set up His Millennial Kingdom. But as Daniel said of King Nebuchadnezzar's vision, the dream is certain and the interpretation of it is sure. For in the days of these ten kings, the God of heaven will set up a kingdom which shall never be destroyed (Daniel 2:44-45). The Stone, which King Nebuchadnezzar saw striking his image on the feet and grinding it to powder, is none other than Jesus Christ.

Luke 20:17-18
And he beheld them, and said, What is this then that is written, The stone which the builders rejected, the same is become the head of the corner? Whosoever shall fall upon that stone shall be broken; but on whomsoever it shall fall, it will grind him to powder.

Jesus Christ is the Stone of Israel (Genesis 49:24). He was the Head Corner Stone that the builders of the nation of Israel rejected (Psalm 118:22-23). And whosoever shall fall on this Stone in repentance shall be broken, but whosoever this Stone shall fall on in judgement shall be destroyed. Jesus Christ loves you so much He gave His life for you upon the cross, so your sins could be forgiven and you could have everlasting life in heaven (John 3:16). He is waiting for you to come to Him in repentance today. He says, "Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest", Matthew 11:28. Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you shall be saved (Acts 16:31).

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"For as in Adam all die, even so in Christ all shall be made alive." - 1 Corinthians 15 V22

"And you He made alive, who were dead in trespasses and sins, in which you once walked according to the course of this world, according to the prince of the power of the air, the spirit who now works in the sons of disobedience..." - Ephesians 2 V1, 2

In Christ all shall be made alive. Those who know Christ as their Lord and Saviour shall have eternal life. The scripture says that in Christ we are new creature, old things have passed away and behold all things are new (2 Corinthians 5 V17). The change in our view of life's perspective and our faithfulness to Christ displays the new creature in us, for we no longer desire to please our self but to please Christ. Let us thank God for the wonderful gift we received through Jesus Christ our Lord!

"I will speak of Your testimonies also before kings, and will not be ashamed." - Psalm 119 V46

"For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jews first and also for the Greek." - Romans 1 V16

It is time for every believer in Christ to unite and stand strong and witness their faith in Jesus Christ. In today's world, speaking about one's faith is not something that would be welcomed, but let us not be ashamed of the gospel of Christ. Let us testify before people the great things that our Lord has done for us. 

Quote: ""The Quartet...underlined its commitment to the irreversibility of the bilateral negotiations," it said.

It seems that despite the best intentions of the international community, the Israeli government and the Palestinian leadership, the prospect of the establishment of a Palestinian state is still some way off. In fact we can be sure that a Palestinian state will not be established this year, next year, or even within the next few years. How do I know that? The Bible states that during the tribulation period, it will be the Antichrist who will divide the land for gain (Daniel 11:39). And only for the last three and a half years of Daniel's seventieth week, will Israel's enemies rule over Judea and east Jerusalem (Zechariah 12:2, 14:2, Revelation 11:2). Of course there will be a peace agreement that will be sponsored by the Antichrist - the leader of the revived Roman Empire, and a brief period of peace will come (Daniel 9:27). But the covenant that the Antichrist will make with Israel's enemies will not be irreversible. In fact his covenant will be declared by God to be null and void, because the tenant has no legal right to sell property that is owned by the landlord. The Jewish people have no right to negotiate over something they do not own (Leviticus 25:23). But during the tribulation period, a mighty angel will set his feet upon the land and upon the sea, and read aloud the title deeds that belong to Earth's true Owner - Jesus Christ (Revelation 10). What a wonderful day that will be, when the Lord will come to reclaim His creation from the hands of the evil one (Luke 4:6). What about you? If you are not saved, then the Bible says you are at the mercy of Satan (John 8:34). But his ownership of you through your rebellion to your Creator can be annulled, by putting your faith in the covenant made with the blood of the Lamb (Matthew 26:28).

Zechariah 9:11
As for thee also, by the blood of thy covenant I have sent forth thy prisoners out of the pit wherein is no water.

Jesus Christ came to set the prisoners free (Isaiah 61:1). Turn away from your sins, and trust in Jesus Christ for salvation today. 

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"How great are His signs, and how mighty His wonders! His kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and His dominion is from generation to generation." - Daniel 4 V3

"...The kingdoms of this world have become the kingdoms of our Lord and of His Christ, and He shall reign forever and ever!" - Revelation 11 V15

The kingdom of our Lord Jesus Christ will be an everlasting kingdom. Kiss the Son, lest He be angry, and you perish in the way, when His wrath is kindled but a little. Blessed are all those who put their trust in Him. Psalm 2 V12

Praise God!