Who Is "the King of the North" Today? - THE KING OF THE NORTH AND THE KING OF THE SOUTH CONTINUE PUSHING

 Read Daniel 11:40-43. This part of the prophecy provides an overview of the time of the end.  The passage highlights the rivalry between the king of the north and the king of the south. As foretold by Daniel, in the time of the end, the king of the south would engage with the king of the north "in a pushing," or he would "lock horns with him." - DANIEL 11:40.

The king of the north and the king of the south continue to compete for world domination.  For example, consider what happened after World War II when the Soviet Union and its allies gained influence over much of Europe. The actions of te king of the north forced the king of the south to form an international military alliance, known as NATO, the king of the north continues to compete with the king of the south in an expensive arms race. The king of the north  fought his rival in proxy wars and insurgencies in Africa, Asia, and Latin America.  In recent years, Russian and its allies  have spread their influence across the globe. They have also engaged with the king of the south in cyber warfare. The kings have accused each other of using destructive computer programs  in an effort to damage their economies and political systems. And as foretold by Daniel, the king of the north continues his attack on God's people. - DANIEL 11:41. 

Next time: Who Is "the King of the North" Today? - THE KING OF THE NORTH ENTERS "THE LAND OF THE DECORATION"

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