Blog note. Jesus indicated that ‘fearful sights’ (various natural disasters) would occur leading up to the time known as the Tribulation and Great Tribulation (a combined seven year period of great destruction on earth). Although these types of things have occurred in the past for centuries and thousands of years, they could be identified as the ‘season of the times’ due to the ferociousness of these events. They would be occurring in greater intensity, severity, frequency, size, duration, scope … just like the pains that a woman experiences in labor the farther along she is in the labor process. We are in the ‘season of the times’ that comes just before the seven (7) year Tribulation/Great Tribulation period
… And great earthquakes shall be in diverse places, and famines, and pestilences; and fearful sights and great signs shall there be from heaven. (Luke 21:11).
… And there shall be signs in the sun, and in the moon, and in the stars; and upon the earth distress of nations, with perplexity; the sea and the waves roaring; (Luke 21:25)
… Men’s hearts failing them for fear, and for looking after those things which are coming on the earth: for the powers of heaven shall be shaken; (Luke 21:26)
… This know also, that in the last days perilous times shall come. (2 Timothy 3:1)
Jesus is giving a series of prophecies about what to look for as the age of grace comes to a close. These verses are several of many such prophecies from throughout the Bible. 2017 was the worst year in recorded history for the intensity, frequency, severity, duration and occurrence of a large number of severe natural disasters worldwide. Earthquakes, volcanoes, hurricanes, typhoons, cyclones, torrential flooding, unprecedented wildfires in unusual places, devastating droughts, excessive/scorching heat setting records everywhere, record snowfalls in Europe and Russia. Snow in the Arabia. This list can go on. Most studied Eschatologists believe these ‘fearful sights’ and massive natural disasters are all part of the ‘CONVERGENCE’ of signs that this Biblical and prophetic age is closing. Most people who study prophecy are familiar with the routine reference(s) made that these things will be like a woman having labor.

State of emergency declared as highest tide in 50 (5) years submerges 85 percent of Venice, Italy. Water level reached Six (6) feet. Historic basilica, which was hit for the sixth (6) time in 1,200 (6+6) years. Five (5) countries affected including Italy, Greece, Tunisia, Croatia, and Albania. Last time it reached over six (6) feet was in 1966.

Posted by Julie Celestial on November 13, 2019 Watchers.news

A state of emergency has been declared in Venice after chaotic high tides ripped through the city, submerging almost 85% of land on Tuesday evening, November 12, 2019. The water level has reached up to 1.87 m (6.1 feet) which is the highest in 50 years and the second-highest on record, according to the city’s forecast office. Two fatalities have been reported. Another surge of “aqua alta” or high waters is expected to cause further devastation on Wednesday, November 13.

Authorities confirmed that part of the 85% of the flooded areas is the historic basilica, which was hit for the sixth time in 1 200 years, as well as many of its squares and alleyways. One of the areas that have been hit the hardest was St. Mark’s Square, which is in a low-lying part of the city.

Italian newspaper La Stampa reported two fatalities – one elderly man was electrocuted after floods swept through his home on the island of Pellestrina, while another man was found lifeless in his home.

The last time the tide had been higher, reaching 1.94 m (6.3 feet), was in 1966 – official records started in 1923, the tide monitoring center said.

The city of Venice is made up of more than 100 islands inside a lagoon off the north-east coast of Italy.

Mayor Luigi Brugnaro said the flood levels represented “a wound that will leave indelible signs,” and the cost of the damage would be very high. “We ask the government to help us. This is the result of climate change.”

Furthermore, Brugnaro warned that a project to help prevent the Venetian lagoon, suffering from devastating floods, must be finished as soon as possible.

The mayor also urged local businesses to help by sharing photos and video footage of the devastation, which he said would be useful when asking financial support from the government.

A number of businesses have been badly affected – chairs, tables, and objects were seen floating outside cafes and restaurants. Some employees tried to save their stocks from the waters to prevent further damage. One shopkeeper told a broadcaster, “the city is on its knees.” Governor Luca Zaia of the Veneto region went on to describe the situation, saying it was a scene of “apocalyptic devastation.”

According to Mediterranean Cyclone Centre, the high tides are associated with Cyclone “Victoria”, which was located west of Sardinia, Italy on November 11. The storm is expected to batter areas near the Mediterranean Sea including Italy, Greece, Tunisia, Croatia, and Albania.

Furthermore, the agency reported on November 12 that the storm was barrelling towards Italy with winds of 105 km/h (65 mph), with gusts of 120 km/h (75 mph).