Joshua Giles teaching about God’s Judgment and Prayer on 4/1/24. See partial transcript and video link below:
https://www.youtube.com/live/8yAymasHT4E
Black Out Prophecy
Joshua Giles Ministries
Streamed live 4/1/24
24:30 — I also mentioned that we can pray against these things. Now, this is where it gets a little controversial for some people. There are some things that we can pray against, and it will change. There are some things that are going to happen, even when we pray. So I am not in agreement with many of those prophets that always say, that this happened because the people didn’t pray. I don’t believe that. I don’t agree with that. Because, there are so many hundreds of thousands of intercessors all over the world, that are praying and that are contending in the realm of the Spirit. We cannot succumb to the false thinking that we just weren’t powerful enough. That’s not true… we cannot succumb to the false narrative, well because the church has sinned so much, that we are not powerful enough… there are always a remnant of people that have not bowed.
25:40 — when we look at God’s relationship to men, from old testament to new. He was willing to save a city over just finding a few righteous in the city, and that will save the city….
26:00 — We also have to get the clarity that what’s happening now, is not God destroying the Nations and systems. He’s allowing certain things to happen. But God Himself is not coming in bringing destruction. Yes, He is judging. There is a time and point that will come in the future, where destruction is going to come and he’s going to allow… destroyer to be released….
26:30 — But I want to bring clarity in this that God is in the business of speaking Life through us and in us… Many of the things that are happening in the earth — yes it’s because people have let it in, but it’s not because there are not people that are praying, serving the Lord, people that are righteous, seeking the Lord… Many of these things are happening because you’ve got wickedness in high places. Because there is a demonic agenda that is pushing there rapidly within the earth to try to bring about chaos/darkness.
NotebookLM AI Summary:
Joshua Giles’ “Blackout Prophecy” is a multifaceted warning concerning imminent global disruptions and a call for the spiritual and practical mobilization of the Christian church,.
The Nature of the Prophecy
The core of the prophecy predicts a period of significant outages, blackouts, and shortages driven by massive cyberattacks. Giles asserts that these events will not be isolated incidents but will become a “new normal” in the coming years,. Key areas identified as targets include:
- Infrastructure: Power grids, internet systems, fueling, and transportation,,.
- Financial Institutions: Major banking systems in the United States and other Western nations,.
- Medical Industry: Pharmaceutical and insurance systems, which Giles claims have already seen precursor attacks in early 2024,.
- Communication: Phone lines and technological conveniences that the world has grown dependent upon,.
Giles notes that companies may attempt to downplay these events by labeling them as mere “glitches” or system upgrades, when they are actually the result of sophisticated cyber warfare,.
The Spiritual Role of the “Ekklesia”
Giles emphasizes that the church, or “Ekklesia,” is not a religious institution but a governmental agency of God on Earth,. This status gives believers several responsibilities and advantages:
- Divine Advantage: God shares these warnings because the church, as His government, has a right to know what is coming and to prepare accordingly.
- The Restrainer: Drawing from 2 Thessalonians 2, Giles identifies the Holy Spirit as the “restrainer” who is currently holding back the full extent of the “mystery of lawlessness” and total chaos intended by the enemy,,.
- Intercession: Through prayer and “lifting the hedge,” believers can potentially lessen the blow of these attacks or stop certain demonic plans entirely,,.
A Critique of “Convenience Christianity”
A significant portion of the source material addresses the spiritual state of Western nations. Giles argues that many believers have become addicted to comfort and convenience, which he characterizes as a form of “idolatry”,. He suggests that true faith is not about avoiding adversity but having the spiritual grit to endure it with joy, similar to the early church or Christians currently facing persecution in other parts of the world,.
Practical Preparation and “Solutionists”
The prophecy is intended to instill wisdom rather than fear,. Giles provides specific practical steps for navigating technological disruptions:
- Supplies: Storing non-perishable food, water, extra batteries, and toiletries,,.
- Communication: Acquiring two-way radios or walkie-talkies that do not rely on cellular technology.
- Logistics: Keeping vehicle gas tanks at least half-full as a precaution against fuel shortages.
He further predicts the rise of “Solutionists” or “Josephs”—individuals who will receive divine ideas, strategies, and “storehouse” mantles to provide for their families and communities during times of crisis,,.
Conclusion and Tone
While the message contains stern warnings about biochemical warfare and ancient demonic forces like Abaddon, Giles maintains that the ultimate purpose is to ensure the “bride of Christ” is not caught off guard,. He encourages believers to Speak Life and maintain supernatural peace, asserting that God provides periods of “reprieve” specifically for preparation,.
To understand the role of the “Ekklesia” in this context, imagine a governmental embassy in a foreign land; while the surrounding territory may experience turmoil, the embassy operates under the laws and protection of its home country, tasked with executing the will of its sovereign in the midst of the chaos.
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