Throughout history, many have speculated about the signs of the end times. Two significant indicators are the rapid advancement of technology and the emergence of powerful leaders whose actions grow increasingly corrupt as we move closer to the final days. Scripture warns of this progression, culminating in the prophecy of Revelation 13:2, where Satan, referred to as the dragon, grants power and authority to the Antichrist, called the beast. As history unfolds, we see leaders taking more control, leading ultimately to a point of no return—at which time, the Lord will return in triumph over evil.

Leadership and God’s Command

In the Old Testament, Israel was instructed to have no earthly king, for the Lord Himself was to be their ruler. However, desiring to be like other nations, Israel pleaded for a king, and God granted their request with conditions. One such condition was that their king must come from among their own people and must write a personal copy of the Law, reading it daily to learn to fear the Lord (Deuteronomy 17:18-19). This mandate ensured that leaders would remain accountable to God’s Word.

When America was founded, its principles mirrored those of Israel. The Puritans integrated the Law of Moses into their legal framework, established Thanksgiving based on the Feast of Tabernacles, and named cities after biblical locations such as Salem, Canaan, and Hebron. Biblical names were also commonly given to children, reflecting deep spiritual roots. However, in recent centuries, the nation has drifted from its foundation, resulting in division—an unmistakable sign of the times. This division was evident, for instance, in President Trump’s address to Congress, where some leaders stood in support while others sat in protest, showcasing the stark contrast in leadership.

The Shift in Educational Institutions

There was a time when Ivy League students were required to learn Hebrew, with Yale’s official seal containing Hebrew inscriptions from the high priest’s breastplate. Yale, founded in 1701 by ten ministers, was originally dedicated to training men to preach the Gospel. However, within 140 years, it had transitioned from a faith-based institution to housing secret societies such as Skull and Bones—also known as The Order, Order 322, and the Brotherhood of Death. This society has produced influential leaders, including President William Howard Taft, President George H.W. Bush, President George W. Bush, and former Secretary of State John Kerry.

Each spring, Skull and Bones admits 15 seniors who commit to secrecy, meeting in a windowless building ominously called "The Tomb." This secrecy aligns with the biblical truth that evil thrives in darkness, while Jesus, the Light of the World, calls His followers to walk in truth (John 8:12, 1 John 1:5).

The Rise of Global Agendas

Powerful leaders pursuing darker agendas have laid the groundwork for initiatives such as the Great Reset, Agenda 2030, ESG scores, 15-minute cities, and the concept of Sustainable Development. These efforts trace back over a century.

In 1919, American engineer Howard Scott founded the Technical Alliance, an organization designed to track economic and social trends in North America, ultimately seeking to expose the inefficiencies of capitalism. When asked about public opinion, Scott infamously remarked, "What the public thinks does not matter; it makes not the slightest difference whether the public knows about it or not." Once again, we see the theme of powerful men doing increasingly nefarious things.

Though the Technical Alliance dissolved in 1921, it gave rise to the Technocracy movement at Columbia University in 1932. This movement sought to replace politicians and business leaders with scientists and engineers who would oversee the economy—an early attempt at eliminating capitalism in favor of centralized control.

The Expansion of Global Control

The 1930s saw the decline of the Technocracy movement, which was overshadowed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s New Deal—a series of programs that vastly expanded the federal government’s power. This period established the President as the ultimate authority, a trend that persisted into the 1970s. By 1936, support for the New Deal was considered progressive, while opposition was labeled conservative—a division that still shapes modern political discourse.

During the early 1970s, David Rockefeller spearheaded the creation of the Trilateral Commission, a private organization composed of leaders from politics, business, media, and academia. This commission aims to foster global cooperation, particularly among the United States, Japan, Western Europe, and North America, with the ultimate goal of dissolving national borders and establishing a one-world system.

At the same time, the World Economic Forum (WEF) emerged in Geneva, branding itself as an organization committed to "improving the state of the world" through business and political collaboration. Notably, in 2016, the WEF openly declared its vision: "In 10 years, you will own nothing and be happy." This blatant agenda aligns with longstanding globalist ambitions to control economies, food supplies, healthcare, and public movement—all under the guise of sustainability.

The Path Forward

There is nothing new about elite organizations seeking to dismantle national sovereignty in favor of global control. These movements—from the Technical Alliance to the Technocracy movement, from the Trilateral Commission to the WEF—have methodically advanced their vision for over a century. Today, these efforts manifest in policies such as ESG scores, 15-minute cities, and Agenda 2030.

The question remains: Where does this path lead? Man may devise his plans, but God is ultimately in control. As we witness powerful leaders exercising ever-greater authority and corruption, we must remember the biblical promise that Christ will return to overthrow the darkness. The signs of the times are undeniable, and as believers, we are called to remain vigilant, steadfast in faith, and prepared for the fulfillment of God’s divine plan.

Hallelujah and Maranatha, Lord Jesus!