2007 was a big year for Bible prophecy. Of course, end-time ministries always say that. So, what made 2007 special?

In 2007, the world may have entered the 70th Week of Daniel -- the seven-year time period before Christ's return when all the end-time prophecies will be fulfilled. This is an astounding claim. But it's backed by a biblically sound, logical line of argumentation that culminates in an event which occurred on Jan. 1, 2007.

On that day, the European Union launched a seven-year program -- called the European Neighbourhood and Partnership Instrument (ENPI) -- which appears to match to an ancient prophecy found in Daniel 9:27. In this prophecy, we learn that the Antichrist will confirm or strengthen a covenant with many nations, including Israel, for a period of seven years. But he will break it midway through. The ENPI appears to do just that -- it strengthens the Euro-Mediterranean Partnership for Peace for seven years. And it has a built-in midterm review -- setting the stage for it to be terminated by the Antichrist after three and a half years. If you're unfamiliar with the Euro-Mediterranean Partnership for Peace and the ENPI -- and the prophetic fulfillments leading up to them -- then I really encourage you to get up to speed by reading here. 

Other 2007 Events

At least three other major events occurred in 2007 that support the theory we've entered the 70th Week.

• Dec. 13, 2007: The signing of the Treaty of Lisbon contributed to the ongoing revival of the Roman Empire through a European reunification process that has come to be known as the European Union. The treaty also created a super foreign minister post that appears to match the office of the Antichrist. 
• Nov. 27, 2007: The historic Annapolis Conference resulted in new hope for Mideast peace by the end of 2008. It was the first time all parties committed to a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
• The UN's Alliance of Civilizations continued on track to become the mechanism the Antichrist may use to persecute Jews and Christians in the middle of the 70th Week. Key developments included the release of its "Implementation Plan 2007-2009" in April; the appointment of its first high representative in May; and the addition of many more countries and international organizations to the AoC's Group of Friends (now totaling 80).

As we enter what may well be Year Two of the 70 Week, the key things to watch in 2008 are the Mideast peace negotiations, the Treaty of Lisbon's ratification process and the Alliance of Civilizations. Watch also for growing religious support of the Alliance of Civilizations, including professing Christians -- as we know they'll play part in the false religious system that will support the Antichrist.

Staying tuned!