The American Prophecies: Ancient Scriptures Reveal Our Nation's Future (Hardcover)

by Michael D. Evans (Author) "On April 30, 1789, George Washington placed his hand on a Masonic Bible, randomly opened to Genesis 49..." (more)
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How is America tied into ancient biblical prophecies? According to author Michael Evans, a fundamentalist Christian minister, biblical prophets already predicted that America is doomed to collapse unless its government stops accommodating the Arab world for the sake of oil and instead offers full military and diplomatic support to Israel. He believes that God wants Israel to have full control of the West Bank and Gaza, and Americans are risking God's wrath by not fully supporting this biblical mandate. Evans also theorizes that much of America's problems--including the attack of 9-11--are indications of God's fury over America's split allegiance between the two famous descendents of Abraham: Ishmael and Isaac. "We are caught in a tug of war between two brothers--between oil, political expedience, and conscience in many ways--and it our decisions and polices concerning these two brothers that will determine whether the United States will survive or go the way of the Roman Empire," he writes. Evans's prophetic foundation begins with the parable of the fig tree (Matthew 24:32-44), in which he interprets the various signs Jesus gave his disciples to mark "the final age and his return." Obviously, the Bible can be interpreted many ways, and Evans uses 17 chapters to weave in interpretations of scripture that support his theory that America faces a mammoth choice--ruin or salvation. Although actual quotes from scripture are rather sparse throughout the book, he concludes with a five-page index of "Ancient Prophecies" that indirectly support his theory. One caveat--Evans (Beyond Iraq) does not hide his vehement anti-Muslim leanings. This book will probably be offensive to Christians who practice religious tolerance and lean toward a more-inclusive solution to American diplomacy in the Middle East. --Gail Hudson

From Publishers Weekly
Does America have an explicit role in biblical prophecy? Absolutely, says Evans, a journalist and popular Christian speaker who has come to believe that America is at a crossroads predicted in the Bible. Speaking from a deeply conservative perspective that lauds unqualified support of Israel and decries the "myth that Islam is a peaceful religion," Evans explains that the only reason why Islamic terrorists hate Americans is "simply because they hate us"-an unconvincing tautological argument that ignores the history of several ill-advised U.S. interventions in the Middle East. In 17 chapters, Evans employs a rather tortured biblical hermeneutic to persuade readers of the need for war in Iraq-and a future war with Syria-as well as for stepped-up support for Israel to conform with biblical prophecy. He often ties Muslims with Nazis, arguing that Muslims have adopted Hitler’s campaign to exterminate Jews. This book may resonate with ultra-conservative readers who already believe that America is the center of the cosmos. Other Christians will be alarmed by the way it promotes hate-filled stereotypes of Muslims even while it argues that Muslims are dangerous precisely because they promote hate-filled stereotypes of Jews.
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Product Details

• Hardcover: 320 pages
• Publisher: FaithWords (August 10, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 044652252X
• ISBN-13: 978-0446522526
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 5.8 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1,466 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #393,169 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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92 of 92 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome Book on Prophecy!, January 6, 2005

By	Shari K. "Shari K" (Myrtle Beach, SC) - See all my reviews

This is the best book I have ever read on prophecies. I literally could not put the book down. Michael truly has insight into this most important subject. It was extremely interesting to learn from this book how past presidents have supported Israel. Why? because they knew (by reading the Bible) that the Jews are God's Chosen People. The Bible states that God will Bless those that love and support the Jewish people. (This is one of those absolutes from God - just because some people don't believe it doesn't make it not true.)

The Bible also states that God will bless those who read and heed the prophecies in the Book of Revelation.
This book is a great addition to any prophecy library. All born again christians should read this book.

118 of 120 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars In Defense of Michael Evan's Book, January 10, 2005

By	Sharon G - See all my reviews

I thought it necessary to write the following to the individuals that have stated that the people that have given this book a 5 star rating don't have a clue.

1) I am a Born Again Christian who has studied Revelation in several indepth courses. The one question many of us have is "where does the United States fit into the end times?" Michael's book does not as some have said, "add to the book of Revelation",i.e.,he did not actually go in and rewrite this book of the Bible. Instead, he has used his knowledge of the Bible, and the leading of the Holy Spirit, to investigate and document his findings on American history and how could possible fit into Bible prophecies. I,like most readers, do not read Michael's book "in place of the Bible." I read it just like I would a book by Billy Graham on "how to lead a more godly life." The Bible is still the absolute. It is still the only Book I believe is totally God-Breathed.

2) No one could tell me to give a high rating to a book unless I wanted to and agree that the book is worth the 5-stars. I did read the book - I couldn't put it down - and it is well worth the 5-star rating.

3) We, as Christians, do not do things to "receive blessings from God" (as a few have stated). We do God's will because God loved us so much that he sent his Son, Jesus Christ to die on the cross to save us from our sins. If we accept Him (Jesus Christ) as our personal Savior and turn from our sins, He will save us. (That in it's self is the ultimate blessing from God, isn't it?) However, there are many, many, scriptures in the Bible that state, blessed are they that ..... Wouldn't these verses in the Bible make you, as a Christian, want to do the things that please God, which would result in a blessing from God? Come on, every one would. We're human, we want to hear God say, "Well Done My Good and Faithful Servant." It's like wanting to please your parents -- and God is our Father.

4)We are fully aware (by reading the Bible daily) that there are many commands of God. One of the commands is that we "Pray for the peace of Israel". God says that he will bless those that bless the Jews and curse those who curse the Jews. The Jews are God's chosen people. This isn't a politial thing - it is a truth of God that we must obey.

Bottom line, the Bible is the true word of God and should be read daily so that we will be equipped to discern what is true and what is false in the world today. Michael's book is written to give us insight into American History, how leaders of our country have supported (or not supported) the truths of the Bible, and how their decisions COULD affect the end times for America.

We should debate, but not divide over these type of subjects remembering that the greatest commandment of God is to Love one Another.

99 of 100 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Eye Opener, January 12, 2005

By	Frank A. Darby "Frank Darby" (Rochester NY) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This book is a major eye opener to how we the american people have treated God's covenant people throughout our history.We have much to repent for. It is absolutly vital that we stand behind and align ourselves with Israel.
If we refuse, our own future may well be at risk.
Thank you Mr. Evans for boldly proclaiming the truth!