While the world continues to watch the shaky and ever-changing ceasefire between Israel and Iran with bated breath, Christians around the world are certainly beginning to wonder if the conflict may have any connection to Biblical prophecy and the potential return of Christ. Scholars from the Living Waters ministry, led by evangelist Ray Comfort, certainly believe the current conflict has some Biblical backing.

According to the ministry, there are currently two signs that biblical prophecy is being fulfilled. The first can be found in 1 Thessalonians 5:3, which states, “For when they shall say, Peace and safety; then sudden destruction cometh upon them, as travail upon a woman with child; and they shall not escape.” The verse certainly seems to have some reflection in the multiple calls for peace that President Trump has made, including in arranging the truce that still remains in question between the two nations. “A cry for peace in the world is seen by many as a prophetic sign of the last days,” the ministry stated in a podcast. They warned against falling for a false sense of security. Another verse the podcast referenced was Isaiah 17:1, which states, “The burden of Damascus. Behold, Damascus is taken away from being a city, and it shall be a ruinous heap.” Damascus has experienced numerous unrest during a Syrian civil war and a suicided bombing on a Christian church.

In a separate post, Living Waters also referenced Ezekiel 38 and 39. “In Ezekiel 38 and 39, Scripture speaks of a future attack on Israel by a coalition of nations. One key player mentioned is Persia—modern-day Iran,” the post said, noting that “Persia, Ethiopia, and Libya” are included in Ezekiel 38:5. “Some believe we are witnessing the unfolding of these ancient prophecies in real time: a hostile Iran, a threatened Israel, and a world on edge, fearing nuclear war.” Living Waters, however, said that despite the fears that a nuclear war might bring about, Christians can rest assured on the return of Jesus. The post referred to Luke 21:28, which states, “Now when these things begin to happen, look up and lift up your heads, because your redemption draws near.” “Jesus also said the end wouldn’t come until the gospel had been preached to all nations,” the ministry reminded. “Prophecy shouldn’t just fuel curiosity—it should inspire urgency. It serves as a reminder that God sees the future, is in complete control, and calls us to maximize the time we have left to share the gospel.”