What Does the Bible Say About the War In Iran?

The answer to the question above should not come as a surprise. Not much. At least nothing about this war specifically.

Jesus did say one of the signs of the end which will characterize the entire inter-advental age is the presence of wars and rumors of wars. In Matthew 25:6, he tells his disciples “and you will hear of wars and rumors of wars. See that you are not alarmed, for this must take place, but the end is not yet.” So, despite the rantings of the prophecy pundits, the New Testament did not predict this current war but Jesus does tell his disciples not to be alarmed because such things are signs that the end will come when he returns on the last day to raise the dead, judge the world, and make all things new.

For an in-depth discussion of the signs of the end, as spelled out by Jesus in the Olivet Discourse, I covered the matter in an episode of the Blessed Hope Podcast, recorded shortly before the Hamas attack upon Israel (Oct. 7 2023). I was able to discuss the signs of the end addressed in the New Testament without the temptation to tie them to current events.

You can find that discussion here: Episode Five: "The Signs of the End"

I also address Paul’s discussion of the future of Israel in Romans 9-11 here: What Does the Future Hold for Israel? A Look at Romans 9-11

Whatever mysteries unfold in God’s providential purposes, our redemption draws ever near—either when we enter the presence of the Lord at death, or when Jesus returns, whichever comes first.

As American citizens, of course, the civil kingdom matters. The uncertainty of war and its consequences are indeed a matter of concern. It is certainly a matter for prayer. But Jesus told us not to be alarmed because his kingdom will come, his will will be done on earth as it is in heaven, and he will bring all things into submission under his feet. Our hope is the Blessed Hope!

Maranatha!