We aren't close to the end. The seven year Great Tribulation period hasn't started yet. It won't start until the world ruler signs a seven year peace treaty with Israel.
(Daniel 9:27 NIV) He will confirm a covenant with many for one 'seven.' In the middle of the 'seven' he will put an end to sacrifice and offering. And on a wing of the temple he will set up an abomination that causes desolation, until the end that is decreed is poured out on him."
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We aren't close to the end. The seven year Great Tribulation period hasn't started yet. It won't start until the world ruler signs a seven year peace treaty with Israel.
(Daniel 9:27 NIV) He will confirm a covenant with many for one 'seven.' In the middle of the 'seven' he will put an end to sacrifice and offering. And on a wing of the temple he will set up an abomination that causes desolation, until the end that is decreed is poured out on him."