Why the Israel-Iran Ceasefire May Lead Us Straight Into Ezekiel 38
By a Watchman on the Wall
In these uncertain times, headlines are changing by the minute. But there’s one ancient source that has never been wrong about the direction of world events: the Bible. For those of us who take God’s Word seriously and watch the signs of the times, the recent ceasefire between Israel and Iran is not a sign of peace — it’s a setup.
While politicians praise this diplomatic pause as a breakthrough, those who understand biblical prophecy recognize something deeper. The temporary calm could be laying the groundwork for one of the most monumental events prophesied in Scripture: the War of Gog and Magog described in Ezekiel 38–39.
A Superficial Peace
We’re told that this ceasefire is a diplomatic victory — a moment of “peace in our time.” But let’s be honest: Iran’s regime, committed to Israel’s destruction, hasn’t changed its ideology. They’ve simply paused the visible conflict. Underneath the surface, we can be sure that enemies are regrouping, rearming, and repositioning. This “peace” is more like a strategic timeout before a greater storm.
Ezekiel 38 foretells a time when Israel will dwell securely — “a land of unwalled villages” (Ezek. 38:11). Many have interpreted this as a time of false peace, a deceptive quiet before an overwhelming surprise attack. A ceasefire between Israel and her most vocal enemy fits this description precisely.
Aligning Nations, Just As Prophesied
Ezekiel 38 lists a coalition of nations that will come against Israel in the latter days: Magog, Persia, Cush, Put, Gomer, and Beth Togarmah. Most scholars agree that:
Persia = modern-day Iran
Magog is often associated with Russia
Gomer and Togarmah are linked to regions in modern Turkey
Cush and Put point to North African nations
Look around. Iran (Persia) is already deeply aligned with Russia and Turkey, particularly through strategic military and economic cooperation. Iranian proxies are embedded in Lebanon, Syria, Gaza, and Yemen — all poised like arrows pointing at Jerusalem. The stage is not being set — it’s already set.
A Ceasefire as a Trap?
It’s possible that the ceasefire is not a step toward peace, but a strategic move to lull Israel into a state of disarmament or lowered readiness. Ezekiel 38:10-11 describes the invaders saying:
“I will go up against a land of unwalled villages. I will go to a peaceful people, who dwell securely, all of them dwelling without walls, and having neither bars nor gates.”
A false peace could make Israel vulnerable to the surprise attack prophesied by Ezekiel. We are watching a moment where geopolitics and biblical prophecy are beginning to merge in unprecedented ways.
God Will Defend Israel
The good news? God Himself intervenes. The armies of Gog will be destroyed by divine judgment — earthquakes, fire, hailstones, and confusion (Ezekiel 38:18-23). This is not just a battle. It’s a supernatural demonstration that the God of Israel is alive and faithful.
And why does He do it?
“Then the nations will know that I am the Lord.” (Ezekiel 38:23)
God will use this moment not only to protect His people, but to reveal Himself to the world.
What Should We Do?
As Christian Zionists, we must:
Pray for the peace of Jerusalem (Psalm 122:6), even knowing that lasting peace only comes when Messiah returns.
Support Israel, both spiritually and practically, as a fulfillment of God’s prophetic Word.
Be watchful. Jesus told us to recognize the signs of the times (Matthew 24).
Share the Gospel — because the time is short, and the harvest is ripe.
The ceasefire may look like good news to the world, but to those who understand prophecy, it may be the calm before the biblical storm. The pieces are falling into place. Gog and Magog may be closer than we think.
Maranatha! Come, Lord Jesus.
