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Activist group Turning Point USA hosted rapper Nicki Minaj in its recent “America Fest” as an example of a celebrity who has turned “Christian.” It doesn’t take much digging to show that platforming a pop star who glorifies sex sins and profanity is not Christian. But it is only the most high-profile recent example of artists wrapping a Christian bow on their otherwise worldly content. Andrew Miiller explores this trend and more. Host Richard Palmer dives into Pope Leo’s Christmas Day criticism of Israel, which was more than just another verbal insult. The pope’s comments show the Vatican’s centuries-old overarching desire to control the Holy Land. Jeremiah Jacques analyzes a new report from the U.S. Department of Defense, which shows China is massively upgrading its nuclear arsenal—while several other countries also flirt with gaining a nuclear bomb. One of those countries is Iran. Mihailo Zekic explains a think tank report that suggests Iran has finally decided to build a nuclear bomb. Character in Crisis: https://www.thetrumpet.com/literature/books_and_booklets/8 “Pope Francis’s Real Legacy”: https://www.thetrumpet.com/31612-pope-franciss-real-legacy “2025—The Year of the German War Machine”: https://www.thetrumpet.com/trumpet-world/33191-2025-the-year-of-the-german-war-machine Nuclear Armageddon Is ‘At the Door’: https://www.thetrumpet.com/literature/books_and_booklets/2913 “Why the Trumpet Watches Iran’s Pursuit of Nuclear Weapons”: https://www.thetrumpet.com/29546-irans-pursuit-of-nuclear-weapons

The rise of Germany’s war machine made headlines in 2025. Soaring defense spending and the explosion of start-ups aiding development of AI drone technology and other military hardware are drawing attention to Germany. For decades, Herbert W. Armstrong and now Trumpet editor in chief Gerald Flurry have highlighted the significance of this trend as it relates to Bible prophecy. In today’s episode, host Richard Palmer dives into several articles written over the past year by Mr. Flurry explaining why you need to watch Germany. “Germany Is Arming for World War III”“Who Is Leading Germany?”The United States and Britain in ProphecyThe King of the South

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi wants nuclear weapons—an amazing development for the only country to have nuclear weapons used against it so far. Where could a nuclear-armed Japan take the world in light of Bible prophecy? Jeremiah Jacques delves into this and more. While the world is focused on America’s battle with Venezuela, a different battle is taking place in Latin America: a proxy corporate battle between America and China over the Panama Canal. The Panama Canal used to be one of America’s greatest blessings; now, control over that canal threatens to cripple America. Andrew Miiller analyzes where the Panama Canal fits in with Bible prophecy and what it means now that America no longer controls it. Germany’s parliamentary budget committee has approved a record number of defense procurement projects, bringing the combined value of approved defense procurement projects in 2025 to about $120 billion. Germany is rapidly becoming Europe’s dominant military, which host Richard Palmer explains is a significant step toward fulfilling a major Bible prophecy. Finally, Mihailo Zekic examines last weekend’s Islamic State attack against American servicemen in Syria and where Syria fits in with Bible prophecy. Russia and China in ProphecyChina's Dangerous Move Against AmericaThe United States and Britain in Prophecy“How America Won and Lost the Panama Canal”“Australia's Guilty Men”“A Terrorist in the White House”“Herbert Armstrong Was Right About Germany”

Every year, there is a war over Christmas. Christmas has become materialistic, commercialized and secular. But should we be keeping it at all? While some say Christmas is pagan, others push back. Host Richard Palmer examines the origins of Christmas, as well as what the Bible says about repurposing pagan festivals. The Truth About ChristmasPagan Holidays—or God’s Holy Days—Which?

On today’s show, host Richard Palmer discusses United States President Donald Trump’s new National Security Strategy, which claims Europe’s progressive policies are threatening “civilizational erasure.” Yet the same document says President Trump wants to encourage Europe to become a dominant world power. Where will these trends take mankind in light of Bible prophecy? German Chancellor Friedrich Merz held a joint press conference with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in Jerusalem on December 7. They were celebrating Israel selling its coveted Arrow 3 missile defense system to Germany. Eighty years after the Holocaust, Israel is committed to protecting Germany. Mihailo Zekic discusses how this sets Israel up for disaster. What happened to the Uyghurs? The Muslim Turkic minority in China’s northwest has been persecuted through genocide for years by the Chinese Communist Party—yet with so many other crises in the world, the media seems to have forgotten about their plight. Jeremiah Jacques explores this and other significant stories from Asia. Finally, Andrew Miiller examines what it means for the U.S. Department of Defense to integrate Google’s Gemini artificial intelligence into its services—and how this could relate to a prophecy in the book of Daniel about “dark sentences” influencing the world. The United States and Britain in Prophecy“America’s New Military Strategy: Make Europe Great Again”“Israel Arms Germany”“The Climax of Man’s Rule Over Man”“The Unknown Future of Artificial Intelligence”

The Battle of Broken Hill is considered the first terrorist attack on Australian soil. Since that dark event, numerous attacks have taken place. Why? Australia, like many Western nations, has an immigration system that is deeply flawed. Correspondent Callum Wood discusses this history and what the Bible says about strangers in the land. He points to Herbert W. Armstrong’s book The United States and Britain in Prophecy, which explains many of the reasons behind broken immigration policies but also focuses on the incredible hope on the horizon. The United States and Britain in Prophecy: https://www.thetrumpet.com/literature/books_and_booklets/44

Pope Leo XIV visited Lebanon and conducted a mass at the site of the Beirut blast. Mihailo Zekic breaks down his message to the region and shows how prophetically significant this visit and support for the pope is. There is a bromance brewing between Putin and Modi. For a long time, India has done a good job at looking like a fence-sitter between America and Russia, but Putin’s trip to India reveals just how close they are. Jeremiah Jacques highlights the prophecies connected to this eye-opening trip filled with bear hugs and red carpets. And as peace plans fail again, is this part of Putin’s plan? Host Richard Palmer explains how mainstream media is starting to catch on to the rising German war machine. Something we at the Trumpet have been writing about for years. He highlights an Atlantic article and how it shouldn’t surprise our viewers that Germany is rising militarily. Also this week, the UK welcomed the German president for a visit. Andrew Miiller discusses the escalating tension between America and Venezuela, complete with drone strikes and the secretary of war firing memes. The pope even weighed in on the events. He also covers Texas getting backing from the Supreme Court to redistrict, President Trump canceling Biden autopen signatures, and news that smartphones are harming your children. “Why You Need to Watch Lebanon” “Aiding the Enemy” “Cyprus—Owned by Germany” “America Is Being Besieged Economically” Russia and China in Prophecy

Every year, millions of people celebrate Halloween, Easter, Christmas and numerous other holidays fueled by consumerism. But are these holidays holy? Are they in the Bible? Many Christians keep these days knowing their pagan origins; they justify their traditions by claiming they are all about family and giving. Is that OK in God’s eyes? Callum Wood highlights the rise in pagan celebrations down under, but this trend applies globally. He also explains what the Bible says about these days and which holy days every true Christian should keep. Pagan Holidays—or God’s Holy Days—Which? The Truth About Christmas

World War III has already begun and is being fought piecemeal around the world, Pope Leo said during his first overseas trip as pope. The panelists on Trumpet World dissect his visit to Turkey. Ahead of the trip, the pope issued a letter on the upcoming 1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea, the landmark meeting that established governmental involvement in Christian doctrine and changed the Western world forever. Mihailo Zekic gives updates to the supposed peace in the Middle East. Andrew Miiller discusses the ongoing lawfare in the United States and the tragic shooting of National Guard members in Washington, D.C. Finally, host Richard Palmer updates us on news from Germany and how, once again, the coalition has failed. He highlights the failures of Chancellor Merz and how Mr. Gerald Flurry and Herbert Armstrong warned for decades that a coalition crisis in Germany will pave the way for a strong leader to rise. “The True Legacy of Nicaea”: https://www.thetrumpet.com/32735-the-true-legacy-of-nicaea The King of the South: https://www.thetrumpet.com/literature/books_and_booklets/4656 America Under Attack: https://www.thetrumpet.com/literature/books_and_booklets/4202 He Was Right: https://www.thetrumpet.com/literature/books_and_booklets/2313 A Strong German Leader Is Imminent: https://www.thetrumpet.com/literature/books_and_booklets/2338

In today’s episode, Josué Michels talks with Cypriot politician and lawyer Nicolaos Komnenos about Cyprus heading the presidency of the Council of the European Union, the rearming of Cyprus, and Germany’s growing influence in the region. For decades, we have been warning about Cyprus's geopolitical significance and how it will be a launchpad for major world events. In this brief discussion, Michels and Komnenos elaborate on this and more.“Why Germany Conquered Cyprus”Cyprus in Prophecy

America is withdrawing. This is no surprise considering the debt and other problems brewing within the nation. But as the U.S. retreats from the world scene, who will take its place?Despite flip-flopping peace negotiations, Russia conducted a deadly strike in the heart of Ukraine, close to the Poland border. Jeremiah Jacques explains how this, combined with the Ukraine corruption scandal, once again shows that peace is not around the corner. Also, China was caught red-handed with millions of dollars of shark fin contraband off the coast of Peru, showing that its quest for dominance is not limited to military and technology.America’s withdrawal from the world has a massive impact on NATO, leaving a leadership void that needs to be filled. Host Richard Palmer highlights clips of Herbert W. Armstrong pointing to Germany filling that void. We now see this happening.President Donald Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman had a warm meeting at the White House with great fanfare. Is this another Abraham Accords moment? Mihailo Zekic points out how the Saudis want something for their cooperation: nukes. Is this really the path to eternal peace in the Middle East?Finally, Andrew Miiller discusses the interesting trend of Anglican priests fleeing to Catholicism. This is particularly noticeable in England. The Bible prophesies that the Catholic Church will gather in her protesting daughters. In America, the Epstein files have officially been voted for release. Although this is important, Miiller highlights the immense amount of sex trafficking that still occurs daily.“Does Donald Trump Know the Way to Peace?” He Was Right “Deadly Flaw in Mideast Peace Deals” Mystery of the Ages

Canada was once a great country, loyal to the British Empire, but today it is almost unrecognizable. Host Richard Palmer sits down with Abraham Blondeau to discuss all things Canada, from the elections and recent budget to the immigration crisis, ludicrous court rulings and the terrible division permeating cities. What has happened to Canada, and where are these trends leading? They also discuss the incredible opportunities Canada has had thanks to the blessings and promises outlined in your Bible. They point to Herbert W. Armstrong’s book The United States and Britain in Prophecy and how despite all the problems in Canada, there is still great hope for the nation and the people. “Welcome to Canada-stan”: https://www.thetrumpet.com/32267-welcome-to-canada-stan Hosea—Reaping the Whirlwind: https://www.thetrumpet.com/literature/books_and_booklets/21 The United States and Britain in Prophecy: https://www.thetrumpet.com/literature/books_and_booklets/44

This week was a momentous week in news with President Trump welcoming to the White House Syria’s new leader, a man who formerly had a $10 million bounty on his head for terrorism. The two were laughing together, but what does this mean for the U.S., Syria and the world. Mihailo Zekic discusses this as well as France welcoming another terrorist, Palestinian Authority leader Mahmoud Abbas. He also discusses the recent elections in Iraq and what they mean for the region.Andrew Miiller updates us on the end of the government shutdown and how money troubles still plague the United States. He also breaks down the new findings from the Epstein files and Barack Obama’s involvement.Is Russia bankrupt and ready to collapse? This is the narrative being circulated by many, but as Jeremiah Jacques details, it is far from the truth—Putin is powerful and not going anywhere. Also, China put a bounty on two Taiwanese influencers.Finally, host Richard Palmer updates us on Germany and Europe and how Herbert W. Armstrong’s forecast about Nazi Germany rising from the underground is coming to pass before our eyes.Literature:“Why the Trumpet Watches an Alliance Between Arab Nations and Europe” “He Was Right About Iraq” The Prophesied ‘Prince of Russia’ He Was Right

After the tragic shooting of Charlie Kirk, America seems to be going through a religious revival. But will it last? Is it enough? Our latest Trumpet issue answers some of the biggest questions regarding religion and points readers to solutions and steps to take to ensure their religious revival is real and lasting. Host Richard Palmer and assistant managing editor Philip Nice discuss the contents of this especially impactful issue. With powerful articles from our editor in chief, as well as an engaging infographic, this issue will hopefully change your life. November-December 2025 Trumpet: https://www.thetrumpet.com/trumpet_issues/280 Mystery of the Ages: https://www.thetrumpet.com/literature/books_and_booklets/730 Can You Prove Which Church Is God’s?: https://www.thetrumpet.com/literature/books_and_booklets/4599 Which Day Is the Christian Sabbath?: https://www.thetrumpet.com/literature/books_and_booklets/42

A Communist Shia Muslim is now the mayor of New York City. For the first time in the city’s history, citizens elected a self-avowed socialist. Conservatives are wondering how this could have happened, even in New York. Andrew Miiller breaks down this shocking news, as well as America’s religious divide. China has a choke hold on American goods, and the United States is unaware. China also has control of lithium-ion batteries, mature semiconductors and pharmaceutical ingredients—all of which enable China to weaponize crucial global supply chains, giving it major leverage over the U.S. in particular. Jeremiah Jacques explains this, along with Russia’s advances and a typhoon that hit the Philippines. The German government sees military drone technology as so important that it is even funding failed manufacturers to gain an advantage in the drone arms race. Host Richard Palmer explains this alarming obsession with drones and how Germany’s new National Security Council held its first meeting on Wednesday. Mihailo Zekic concludes the program by discussing a report that the U.S. will have a military presence in Damascus to monitor Syria-Israel relations, along with other stories about how the U.S. is cozying up to the al Qaeda regime in Syria, setting the stage for the Psalm 83 alliance. “The Communist Infiltration of America Was Prophesied” “Wake Up to the Threat From China” “Germany Is Arming for World War III” The King of the South

This world is full of injustice. We can see and even feel it daily. Countless institutions have been set up to bring justice, peace and hope to society. Mihailo Zekic provides a special report from The Hague, Netherlands, the seat of international “justice.” He discusses the history of these organizations and highlights how woefully short they have fallen of solving man’s issues. Looking to Herbert W. Armstrong's teachings and work as an ambassador for world peace, Mihailo explains the root problem plaguing mankind and how the solution cannot be obtained through any building, nation or organization. The Wonderful World Tomorrow—What It Will Be Like The Way of Peace Restored Momentarily Ambassador for World Peace

Hurricane Melissa devastated the Caribbean and surrounding areas, showing once again the power of natural disasters. Andrew Miiller provides an update on this, as well as the Trump administration's crackdown on cartels from Venezuela. He also talks about the shameful but barely covered Arctic Frost scandal, which further proves that the Obama-Biden administration was corrupt and sabotaged President Trump. The majority of the Western world is spewing lies about genocide in Gaza while ignoring actual genocide in Sudan. Mihailo Zekic updates us on the horrific events in Sudan and how the bloodstained sand is literally visible from space. Russia has advanced further into Ukraine, marking a momentous shift in the war. Povrovsk is a key city that could shape the war’s outcome. Jeremiah Jacques gives us the details of this and the ineffective sanctions placed on Russian oil. Russia’s allies have found loopholes or are simply ignoring the restrictions. It seems every week we discuss a European political crisis. This week, it is the Dutch. After another tumultuous election in the Netherlands, another coalition is likely pushing Europe toward a strong leader. Host Richard Palmer talks about this and covers some other stories from the UK. Prince Andrew is no longer a prince; he has been stripped of his titles and even his home. The UK accidentally released a migrant rapist and is now conducting a manhunt to get him back into custody and deported. Isaiah’s End-Time Vision The Prophesied ‘Prince of Russia’ “Aiding the Enemy” The Wonderful World Tomorrow—What It Will Be Like “The Queen’s Funeral Shows the Power of the Throne”

With over 50 percent of the population identifying as nonreligious, what has happened to New Zealand's Christianity? New Zealand’s national anthem calls on the mighty God of Israel to bless and protect it, but what does that mean? Does New Zealand's ancestry reveal a greater purpose behind this tiny nation? Australian correspondent Callum Wood provides a quick yet powerful reminder about New Zealand's important role in world events. The United States and Britain in Prophecy

We are back to our regular Friday “Week in Review,” and it has been a busy week.Host Richard Palmer leads the panel of discussion starting with Andrew Miiller talking about the display of “brotherhood” between King Charles, head of the Church of England, and Pope Leo XIV. What is the problem with Britain cozying up to the Roman Catholic Church? Also, the Church of England appointed the first female archbishop of Canterbury. Will this shake the faith of its followers who believe the Bible? Jeremiah Jacques discusses Japan’s new conservative prime minister, who is the nation's first female prime minister. This will shift Japan toward the right and toward rearmament. He also talks about the Nord Stream 2 pipeline and the reaction to its destruction. Richard Palmer talks about a relatively unknown tech giant that may impact you if you want to buy a new car. How could one company have such massive sway? It all leads back to China. Europe is taking note, however, despite some European governments being in disarray. Mihailo Zekic highlights the news from the Middle East, mainly the threats of annexation of the West Bank, even while Vice President JD Vance was in Israel. “Should the King Pray With the Pope?” The United States and Britain in Prophecy Can You Prove Which Church Is God’s? He Was Right

Today’s episode is another review, this time focusing on the United States and the Middle East. How big of a deal is the U.S. government shutdown? Andrew Miiller catches us up to speed on this, as well as the “No Kings” protests. Revealing the funding and the hypocrisy behind such large protests is sobering, but it also proves one thing: If President Donald Trump were truly a king, why would he allow the government to be shut down? Mihailo Zekic, who is now residing in Canada, discusses the struggle for peace in the Middle East and the latest promises, exchanges and expectations from the current deal. Will peace last? If so, for how long? America Under Attack “Why the Trumpet Watches America’s Economic Collapse” The King of the South “Deadly Flaw in Mideast Peace Deals”