85 Seconds to Go!

On Tuesday, January 27, the Doomsday Clock of the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists was adjusted from 89 seconds to midnight to only 85 seconds—the closest it has ever been since these scientists first began reporting their opinion in 1947. This tool is used to represent how close they believe mankind is to destroying the world—the closer to midnight, the higher they believe the risk. Rather than a reduction of nuclear risks, 2025 saw the intensification of three regional conflicts, each involving foes with nuclear capabilities. All parties claim a willingness to pay any price to win.

In the Russia-Ukraine war, the two enemies have shifted their focus to destroying each other’s infrastructure, energy supplies, and commerce capabilities. India and Pakistan kept in step with drone and missile attacks in a territorial dispute that brought nuclear exchange closer to reality. And while Iran’s nuclear capabilities stumbled when the United States made preemptive strikes on key nuclear facilities, the nation’s situation has not stabilized. Whatever Iran’s aspirations may have been, they dropped into the background as the nation erupted into violent protest with thousands of citizens being killed by the very forces charged with safeguarding their country’s ideological foundations. As the United States continues to position its naval forces in support of the protestors, the Iranian government warns of how American interference could lead to an all-out regional war.

If you are one of those currently experiencing relative peace, enjoy it, because the Bible says it will not last! The Almighty has a plan that remains on His schedule. He will not check in with the Atomic Scientists, as He has already written of the appointed time of the end of this age. The real “countdown” is given in Daniel 12, Matthew 24, and elsewhere, for those with eyes to see. You can better understand the times in which we live and what lies ahead by reading or listening to Understanding Bible Prophecy.