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Here Are the Biblical Prophecies Connected to the US Embassy Opening in Jerusalem

Jessilyn Lancaster 7:34PM May 17, 2018

In the days leading up the official opening of the new U.S. embassy in Jerusalem, you will likely have seen an explosion of excitement among many American evangelicals.

This is because millions believe that the increased recognition of Israel as a sovereign and God-ordained nation is a central element in the series of events that will precede the return of Jesus Christ. “Prophecy,” “End-Times,” “Armageddon,” “Apocalypse”—these are all terms that have been flying around in recent days.

Here’s more context to help better understand what’s happening.

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