Trumpet Hour

[01:27]Transgenderism Is Being Forced on UsMore and more laws and policies are being passed in the United States to enforce transgenderism on the public. Authorities are demanding that students learn about it in schools; parents who don’t support gender transition are losing custody of their children; teachers are being fired for not using incorrect pronouns. These authoritarian measures will continue to increase.Redefining Family [22:00]Do Dinosaurs Contradict the Bible?Is Earth 6,000 years old? If so, where did the dinosaurs go, and what about the Ice Age? We look at how to reconcile the best science and archaeology with the Bible—and the answer may not be what you think.“Dinosaurs, the Ice Age, and Early Man: Evidence Against the Bible?” [38:40]The Heritage of the Holy Roman EmpireAs Europe confronts challenges to its identity, more and more people are celebrating the heritage of the Holy Roman Empire. We talk about the history they’re overlooking, and why this is alarming.“The Holy Roman Empire Goes Publi

[00:45]Another Ceasefire?Supposedly in exchange for releasing the hostages, Israel will halt its invasion.“The Real Power Behind Hamas” [11:06]Ukraine Is OutgunnedWhile Russia can fire over 6,000 shells of artillery every day, Ukraine can barely muster 2,000.The Prophesied ‘Prince of Russia’ [21:25]Guttenberg Says Prepare for WarNow that Europe is threatened by Russia, more Germans are thinking about large-scale war.“Watch This Man Closely” [33:09]Biden vs. TexasThe Biden regime is openly combating the state of Texas to prevent it from enforcing the law.“Biden vs. Texas: A Federal Right to Lawlessness?” [39:20]Roundtable: The UN Sponsors HamasHe Was Right

On today’s program, we cover the story of an unusual young man who served as a United States soldier in World War II. He read the Bible, and he believed the Sixth Commandment, Thou shalt not kill. He refused to pick up a gun. But he managed to get a job as a medic, and served in multiple actions in the Pacific theater. This is a story of a man who overcame terrible opposition and persecution, but remained committed to trying to serve his fellow soldiers by tending to their wounds. It’s a story of remarkable selflessness—and courage, both on the battlefield and off. It’s the story of the only conscientious objector in America’s history who received the Congressional Medal of Honor. Links Royal Vision magazine The Ten Commandments

[00:48]Russia’s New StrategyRussia struck civilian targets in Ukraine using a new saturation tactic that evades Ukraine’s air defenses.“Russia Uses New Missile Strategy Against Ukraine”The Prophesied ‘Prince of Russia’ [09:32]UN Court RulingThe International Court of Justice voted that Israel cannot commit any actions listed under Article 2 of the 1948 Genocide Convention.“Bibi Is Back”The United States and Britain in Prophecy [21:38]Germany’s DiscontentBetween protesting farmers, rail strikes and new political parties, something is rotten in the state of Germany.“Why the Trumpet Watches the Rise of a German Strongman” [33:43]January 6 Pipe BombFederal agents are offering $500,000 for information that could lead to arresting and convicting someone who might be a federal agent.“Did the Feds Plant the January 6 Pipe Bomb?”“America’s Reichstag Fire”“Jan. 6, 2021 DNC Pipe Bomb Discovery” [45:37]Roundtable: Sea Gates“The Battle for the Red Sea”“Panama Cuts Canal Traffic Amid Drought”The United States and Britain i

[00:44]Iowa CaucusNew evidence emerges that the only standard of justice in America is the double standard.“Donald Trump: Loved by Iowans, Hated by the Apparatus”America Under Attack [09:25]Taiwan Defies ChinaTaiwan’s presidential election results put it on a “collision course with China.”“Taiwan Betrayal”“What We Learned From Taiwan’s Elections” [18:13]Rafael Grossi Turns on IranThe head of the IAEA says Iran has enough material for several nuclear warheads and the IAEA hasn’t seen proof Iran is using its uranium for civilian purposes.Nuclear Armageddon Is ‘At the Door’ [28:27]Europe Snubs the U.S.The EU approves a naval mission in the Red Sea—after several European nations refused to participate in the U.S. mission. [36:51]Roundtable: Europe Braces for Trump’s ComebackAs you watch Trump’s inevitable return to power, watch Europe’s response and for one man to lead it.“Europe Braces for Trump’s Comeback, Weighs Nuclear Options”

Today we talk about January 16: God’s miracle day. God has emphasized this date over and again in recent decades. This date points back to a man who fulfilled a vital role in preparing for the Second Coming of Jesus Christ—a man who restored all things, and who preached the true gospel of the Kingdom of God to all nations as a witness. Jan. 16, 1986, marked a dramatic turning point in world events. We also look at how many tragic curses have occurred on this date—and why they foreshadow even worse curses to come, as God tries to correct the nations out of His love for them. Finally, we see how God has used this date to perform dramatic miracles for His Church, speaking through revelation and opening mighty doors of opportunity. Links January 16: God’s Miracle Day

[00:37]China Practices Killing CarriersChinese troops are practicing what they believe will be a relevant skill.“China Builds U.S. Warship Replicas for Target Practice”“China Is Steering the World Toward War” [08:58]Israel on TrialSouth Africa, gravely serious, accuses Israel of genocide.“Truth and Lies About Anti-Semitism” [21:25]Saudi Weapons, Made in GermanyA strong move to establish an even stronger connection to the moderate Muslim world.“Germany Green-lights Eurofighter Sales to Saudi Arabia”“As You Watch Gaza, Watch Germany” [31:51]Number One Threat: AmericaWill 2024 be the year that violent political rhetoric becomes political violence?“How Close Is the U.S. to Civil War?” [41:30]Roundtable: Shots Fired in Yemen

This Trumpet Hour, host Joel Hilliker leads a discussion on children. In Russia, Vladimir Putin is giving children as young as 5 years old military-patriotic education to prepare them to give their lives for their country. This gives insight into how Russia’s future will look when this generation comes to age. In the U.S., the Obama administration says our public schools are too strict and too disciplinarian. Trumpet Hour looks into what this administration is concerned about and what its extremely controversial solutions are.Then the Trumpet Hour interviews two men who just finished directing a summer youth camp here in Edmond, Oklahoma—a camp that uses discipline in a positive way to get some wonderful results!Finally, Joel Hilliker shares his own experience of a summer youth camp he attended as a teen and how it helped his relationship with his parents. All this on Trumpet Hour.

SHOW NOTES 01:49Epstein Documents UnsealedA little more information emerges about the depravity Americans and others have allowed in their elites.“The Perverted Ruling Class” 14:45New Year’s New NormalMigrants are making threats, burning cars, attacking people, and avoiding consequences.“Europe’s Altered Personality” 24:44From Worst to Even WorseRussia’s worst Ukraine aerial bombardment to date last week was just the beginning.The Prophesied ‘Prince of Russia’ 31:34Struggle for SomalilandOnce you exit the Red Sea, you still have to sail past the Horn of Africa.“Is Ethiopia’s Civil War in End-Time Prophecy?” 38:45Roundtable: Under the RadarThe most important trends from 2023—and 2024—that nobody talks about.Subscribe to the Trumpet Brief e-mail newsletter here.Subscribe to the Philadelphia Trumpet magazine here.E-mail the host: letters@theTrumpet.com.

[02:57]Iran, al Qaeda and the TalibanThis episode shines the spotlight on the Islamic Republic of Iran, and specifically its collaboration with al Qaeda and the Taliban.“Iran Collaborates With Al Qaeda and Taliban to Attack Israelis” [13:44]America and ZimbabweWe also juxtapose two very different nations—the United States of America and Zimbabwe—examining the stark contrast between them and some of the foundational reasons for their differences.“America, Zimbabwe and How Law Made the Difference” [24:52]Taiwan’s ImportanceThe semiconductor is a small but mighty piece of technology. It has become an essential element in our high-tech world. And Taiwan plays a tremendously outsized role in the semiconductor industry, which is a major reason why the tensions over Taiwan have such broad geopolitical implications.“Why Taiwan Is So Important” [35:28]LAST WORD: Leadership Lessons Our Last Word examines the inspiring example of NFL legend Mike Ditka and a lesson from his leadership applicable to us all. “‘I Need to Ch

01:06 Israel Supreme Court Battle Even as its troops fight terrorists for the survival of their country and their people, Israel struggles with a constitutional crisis over what kind of country it is.“The Jewish Nation Has No Helper” 06:49 Germany Becomes Israel’s No. 2 Germany is now the Jewish state’s “second strategic partner,” after the United States and before the United Kingdom.“Israeli Ambassador: Germany Is Our Closest European Ally” 14:07 Fueling Russia’s War Machine Thanks to other Asian nations supplying steady streams of money, artillery shells and more, Russia’s war continues, now with its worst aerial barrage to date.Trends: “Why the Trumpet Watches a Russian Strongman Dominating Asia” 23:02 State Blocks Trump From Election Pending judicial review, the state of Maine has removed Donald Trump from the presidential ballot.“America’s Broken Judgment”“Is America’s Supreme Court in Bible Prophecy?” 31:08 Roundtable: Trends of the Year How has your world changed from January 2023 to December 2023?

[03:30]Red Sea Blockage Houthi terrorists have struck at international shipping. The U.S. Navy and other powers try to respond, but not to the point of provoking Iran.“Iran Threatens to Close Mediterranean Sea”“The Houthis’ War Is Iran’s War”The King of the South, by Gerald Flurry [20:54]The Kingdom’s CourtSince 2018, the Trumpet staff has watched for a key intervention by the Supreme Court to support President Donald Trump. New cases are now before the court.Colorado Supreme Court ruling“Is America’s Supreme Court in Bible Prophecy?” [40:56]JesusDid the world this week turn its attention to Jesus of Nazareth?Mystery of the Ages, by Herbert W. ArmstrongPagan Holidays—or God’s Holy Days—Which?, by Herbert W. ArmstrongSubscribe to the Trumpet Brief e-mail newsletter here.Subscribe to the Philadelphia Trumpet magazine here.E-mail the host: letters@theTrumpet.com.

[00:52]Colorado Moves Against TrumpThe Colorado Supreme Court disqualifies Donald Trump from the presidential race.“Is America’s Supreme Court in Bible Prophecy?”“Supremes Finally Get Involved” [11:24]Massive Shipping RedirectThe world’s six largest shipping companies announced they are halting shipments through the Red Sea after Iran-backed Houthi terrorists launched a series of drone and missile attacks toward the end of last week.“Iran Gets a Stranglehold on the Middle East”“World’s Six Largest Shipping Companies Suspend Red Sea Shipping” [22:42]All But an AllianceRussia and China are increasingly cooperating to push against the American-led global order.Russia and China in Prophecy [32:31]War Over Free SpeechEuropeans, whether they know it are not, are suffering from an all-too-familiar strategy: “casting truth to the ground.”America Under Attack [44:43]Roundtable: Man of the YearOur news watchers discuss nominations for your consideration for the men who have changed the world the most in 2023.

[2:55]The Post-Truth WorldWe are now in a post-truth world in which the gatekeepers have proven untrustworthy. Lies are being legitimized. What can you believe, and how can you be sure it’s accurate?“The Post-Truth World” [19:55]The AI CzarJoe Biden recently released a sweeping executive order on artificial intelligence. The policy’s author wasn’t Biden or his staff, but former President Barack Obama. The same man who built the industrial censorship complex is now building a disinformation regime powered by AI with one goal in mind: to tell you what is truth and what is not.“America Under Attack” [37:30]The Death of German PacifismIn Germany, “war” was long viewed as a dirty word by people who demanded pacifism of their nation. But now that is quickly changing.“Germany Must ‘Get Fit for War’” [50:05]The Louisiana PurchaseTo conclude, we look at a momentous land acquisition deal that was finalized on this day in history, what was behind it, and its stunning results.“220 Years Since the World’s Greatest Real-es

[01:34]Gateway to the Americas With the Monroe Doctrine sinking in its wake, China plows into U.S. dominance of South America.Isaiah’s End-Time Vision [14:05]Shots Fired in the Red SeaAn Iranian-backed military-style terrorist group feels bold enough to threaten a crucial world trade chokepoint.“As You Watch Gaza, Watch Germany”“UN: Threatening Hamas Means Threatening ‘International Peace’”[26:02]We Have a WinnerRichard Palmer looks at a clear example of how Germany has asserted itself against, of all countries, its first military conquest from its last world war.“Look Who Rules Europe!”“Ten Kings of the New Holy Roman Empire Rising Now”“Why the Trumpet Watches: The Rise of a German Strongman”[40:49]Reasoning Our Way to GenocideCalling for the killing of Jews because they are Jewish is appropriate in certain contexts, according to our elite thinkers. We have been here before.“The Sickness in American Universities Is Worse Than We Thought”Subscribe to the Trumpet Brief e-mail newsletter here.Subscribe to the P

[04:17]Institutions for LiesStaff writer Josué Michels reports that in this information-disinformation-misinformation house of mirrors, some of what you see is shown to you by the Institute for Strategic Dialogue.The Philadelphia Trumpet magazine [26:32]The Built EnvironmentTrumpet Daily producer Sam Livingston talks about how our garments, our music, our artwork and the largest of all our creations reflect something about us. When we are capable of making the beautiful, why do we intentionally do the opposite?Pacific HorticultureAmbassador for World PeaceAutobiography of Herbert W. Armstrong Subscribe to the free Trumpet Brief e-mail newsletter here.Subscribe to the free Philadelphia Trumpet magazine here.E-mail the host: letters@theTrumpet.com.

[03:32]UN Tries to Save HamasThe United Nations secretary general invokes Article 99 for the first time in a generation, but not against the blood-soaked terrorists.The Philadelphia Trumpet magazine [19:21]Europe Makes PlansAnother Islamist terrorist murder in France is another reminder to Europeans that their current modus operandi is doomed.The King of the South [29:52]No-win SituationA Congressional decision is sensible at one border and disastrous at another.The Prophesied ‘Prince of Russia’ [37:19]If It’s Not an InvasionMilitary-age males pour across the line without a single shot fired and hundreds of billions expended.“Where America’s Race Riots Are Leading” [41:45]Roundtable: COP28Is this week’s version of climate change hysteria a farce or something fearful—or both?“COP26” at theTrumpet.com“What the Paris Climate Agreement Was Really About” Subscribe to the free Trumpet Brief e-mail newsletter here.Subscribe to the free Philadelphia Trumpet magazine here.E-mail the host: letters@theTrumpet.com.

[02:32]Truth and LiesGrotesque propaganda regarding Hamas’s attack on Israel and Israel’s subsequent war effort is a deliberate attempt to hide facts and obscure the roles of both Hamas and Israel. This episode examines some common false claims and the truth behind them.“Truth and Lies About the Israel-Hamas War”Jerusalem in Prophecy [19:58]Drugs in WarWe also examine the role of mind-altering drugs in Hamas’s October 7 brutality.“Hamas, Drugs and Warfare” [32:24]Dutch ElectionThis episode also examines some of the effects Hamas’s savagery is having in European politics, focusing on some major shifts underway in the Netherlands.“The Netherlands Chooses Anti-Immigration and Anti-Islam” [45:35]Last Word: Behind the ScenesOur Last Word is about the organization behind Trumpet Hour.“Who Is Behind the Trumpet?”

[02:20]Analysis: Putin Will Win The Trumpet cannot tell who will win the Ukraine War, but Vladimir Putin will survive, if not dominate. The Economist appraises his position.“Putin Seems to Be Winning the War in Ukraine—For Now”“Why the Trumpet Watches: A Russian Strongman Dominating Asia” [11:36]German ShapeshifterGerman support for Ukrainians, and for their invaders, is entering what might be a decisive stage.“Germany’s Secret Deal With Russia Exposed” [20:53]Next Boss of Global TerrorThe Iranians make secret plans to select a new supreme leader.“Why the Trumpet Watches: Germany and Europe Heading for a Clash of Civilizations” [30:13]Federal Censorship MachineAndrew Miiller highlights yesterday’s congressional testimony showing that Twitter was becoming state-controlled media years before anyone heard of something called COVID-19.America Under Attack“Barack Obama and the Twitter Files”“Treason in America and Britain”“Hearing on the Weaponization of the Federal Government” [38:57]Roundtable: Henry KissingerAm

[02:31]America’s Failure Makes Room for GermanyAmerica’s weak peacekeeping efforts in Cyprus and the Golan Heights prepared the way for Germany to become a major player in the Middle East.“The Tragic Destiny of Peacekeeping” [19:35]Germany Negotiates PeaceGermany is taking on more responsibility in Arab peace negotiations. A compelling case can be made that Germany prevented the Israel-Hamas war from escalating into something broader.“Did German Diplomatic Power Contain the Middle East War?”“Germany Takes the Lead in Arab Peace Negotiations” [33:24]Slovakia’s StrongmanSlovakia just elected a strongman who slips under most everyone’s radar: Robert Fico.“Introducing Europe’s Slovak Strongman” [47:46]Last Word: FinancesOur Last Word is about God’s view on making and managing money.“God’s View on Making and Managing Money”