Antisemitism and the End Times: Pastor Jack Hibbs’ Perspective
In a recent interview, Pastor Jack Hibbs shared his views on the rise of antisemitism, declaring it as a sign of the End Times with roots that are “demonic in origin.” Hibbs, who leads Calvary Chapel Chino Hills in California, links these views to his premillennial dispensationalist beliefs, suggesting that ongoing tensions are foretold in biblical prophecy.
Discussing President Donald Trump’s recent Gaza peace plan, Hibbs warned it would not succeed, paving the way for the Antichrist’s emergence. He emphasized, “Over and over again, you name the president, they’ve all done it. The peace treaties don’t last. This one’s not going to last, either. I don’t base that upon opinion, and actually don’t even base it upon history. I base it upon Bible prophecy.”
Hibbs cited the increasing criticism of Israel from figures like Candace Owens and Nick Fuentes as potential evidence of demonic influence, pointing to 1 Timothy 4:1, which speaks of “deceiving spirits” in the last days. He suggested that the spiritual opposition against Israel is part of a satanic effort to question its legitimacy.
Grounding his views in biblical texts such as Ezekiel 38–39 and Zechariah 12, Hibbs interprets these scriptures as references to a contemporary military stance against Israel. He believes these passages predict Israel “will prosper in unbelief” until a pivotal battle, which will lead to a significant revelation for the nation.
In further elaboration, Hibbs discussed prophecies from the Book of Daniel and the Book of Revelation. He proposed a scenario where a leader of European descent will broker a temporary peace with Israel, aligning with ancient prophecies about the rise of a new Roman Empire.
Hibbs also reflected on the symbolism in Nebuchadnezzar’s dream from Daniel 2, viewing it as indicative of successive empires culminating in the End Times. He contends that the statue’s feet, mixed with iron and clay, symbolize a future political system that will lead to a new world order.
Despite recognizing the imperfections of the Israeli government, Hibbs maintains that Israel holds a unique covenant with God, as he stated, “Of course it’s not sinless… There’s only one nation that has a covenant that God says, ‘I’ve made with them forever,’ and it’s not America — it’s Israel.”
Debate continues among American Evangelicals regarding the role of Israel in eschatology. A recent study indicates a decline in support for Israel among younger Evangelicals, with many shifting towards theological perspectives that do not emphasize Israel’s eschatological significance. Experts attribute this trend to cultural shifts and increased access to diverse theological viewpoints.
This article was originally written by www.christianpost.com
