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The Great Reset has long been associated with unproven conspiracy theories about a globalist takeover of world economic and political systems. However, recent developments on the world stage have given some credibility to at least some of the theories. Advocates for the Great Reset are quite vocal about their plans and they use that term.
In June 2020, the World Economic Forum (WEF) held its fiftieth annual conference in Davos, Switzerland. The theme of the conference was “Stakeholders for a Cohesive and Sustainable World,” and the stated goal was “to overcome income inequality, societal division, and the climate crisis” (from the official WEF website). Importantly, the Davos 2020 Conference utilized the term The Great Reset and introduced what they refer to as “The Great Reset Initiative.” The term The Great Reset dates back to at least 2010 with the publication of the book The Great Reset by Richard Florida.
A significant topic of discussion at the Davos 2020 Conference was how to leverage the COVID-19 pandemic and climate change to “reset” global structures. Klaus Schwab, the founder and executive chairman of the World Economic Forum, co-authored a book in 2020 titled COVID-19: The Great Reset. Schwab is quoted on the official WEF website as saying, “The pandemic represents a rare but narrow window of opportunity to reflect, reimagine, and reset our world.” Conference attendees deliberated on fundamental changes in traditional decision-making processes and explored a perceived necessity to transform healthcare, financial systems, energy production, digital oversight, and education.
The Great Reset, as envisioned by the World Economic Forum, aims to impact the “state of global relations, the direction of national economies, the priorities of societies, the nature of business models, and the management of a global commons” (from their official website). The 2020 conference attracted 3,000 participants.From 117 countries, including 53 heads of state.
Advocates of the Great Reset do not attempt to conceal their desire to introduce a new world order centered on global control over nearly everything. Naturally, this raises inquiries about the connection between the Great Reset and the kingdom of the Antichrist in the end times.
Revelation 17:12–13 predicts that, in the tribulation period, ten kings “will receive authority as kings along with the beast. They have one purpose and will give their power and authority to the beast.” This worldwide alliance will then “make war against the Lamb” (verse 14). Considering the nature of the Antichrist’s forthcoming regime, any effort to consolidate economic or political power would seem to align with Satan’s objectives, regardless of the “humanitarian” motives such consolidation may claim.
It is crucial to analyze concepts like the Great Reset from a biblical standpoint. Specifically, we should explore how global occurrences impact the nation of Israel. Regarding an impending one-world government, Dr. Arnold Fruchtenbaum, a Jewish expert in Bible prophecy, outlines a series of nine events that will transpire before the commencement of the seven-year tribulation. These nine events are part of a pretribulational and premillennial prophetic outlook, which is the stance we uphold at Got Questions:
1. World War I and World War II (see Matthew 24:1-8).
2. The re-establishment of Israel as a nation (see Ezekiel 36:33-24 and Isaiah 11:11-12). Israel was re-established as a nation in 1948.
3. Jewish control of Jerusalem (implied in Daniel 9:27; Matthew 24:15; 2 Thessalonians 2:3-4; and Revelation 11:1-2). Israel tookControl of the whole of Jerusalem was established after the Six-Day War of 1967.
The first three events have already occurred. They are historical facts and set the foundation for six additional events that are anticipated to occur in the future, likely before the commencement of the seven-year tribulation:
4. Invasion of Israel by a northern alliance of nations (see Ezekiel 38:1—39:16).
5. Establishment of a one-world government (see Daniel 7:23).
6. Formation of a federation of ten kingdoms (see Daniel 7:24a).
7. Emergence of the Antichrist (see Daniel 7:24b;2 Thessalonians 2:1-3).
8. A period of peace and false security (see 1 Thessalonians 5:1-3).
9. The signing of a seven-year covenant with Israel (see Daniel 9:27). When the Antichrist facilitates this “peace treaty” between Israel and its neighbors, the onset of the tribulation period can commence. (Fruchtenbaum, A., “The Sequence of Pre-Tribulational Events,” Messianic Bible Study, No. 038, available at www.ariel.org).
The rapture of the church could occur at any moment between now and #9 on the aforementioned list. The Great Reset might be a component of the impending one-world government, but it is currently challenging to establish that connection. The timing of the rapture or the end times remains uncertain, as does the outcome of the current Great Reset initiatives.
If the objectives of the Great Reset are achieved, it could potentially lead to the establishment of a one-world government, which Daniel envisions as a dreadful beast: “As for the fourth beast, there shall be a fourth kingdom on earth, which shall be different from all the kingdoms, and it shall devour the whole earth, and trample it down, and break it to pieces” «Thus he said, The fourth beast shall be the fourth kingdom upon earth, which shall…
I will be diverse from all kingdoms, and shall devour the whole earth, and shall tread it down, and break it in pieces., (Daniel 7:23, ESV). The Great Reset, as described on its own website, promotes globalist programs and controls, which would certainly be a significant aspect of any one-world government.
How should a Christian respond to the Great Reset and other worldly plans to, as it were, rebuild the Tower of Babel? First, refuse to worry. In Matthew 6:25–34, Jesus helps us navigate unsettling times. Even if you literally don’t know where your next meal is coming from, do not worry; God provides for the birds, and He will provide for you. Even if you are literally facing destitution, do not worry; God clothes the grass of the field, and He will clothe you. Pray for His provision and expect Him to provide. Having a mindset free of worry allows us the freedom to set our minds on His kingdom and His righteousness «But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you. », (Matthew 6:33).
Second, remember that all the schemes of the godless will come to naught. “Good people obtain favor from the Lord, but he condemns those who devise wicked schemes” «A good man obtaineth favour of the LORD: But a man of wicked devices will he condemn. », (Proverbs 12:2). The child of God is only in this world temporarily and will one day be situated in a much better and permanent home: “The world and its desires pass away, but whoever does the will of God lives forever” «And the world passeth away, and the lust thereof: but he that doeth the will of God abideth for ever. », (1 John 2:17, ESV).
-17″>(1 John 2:17). Our future is known, our residence is heaven, and our hope is eternal.
Third, pray “for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness” «for kings, and for all that are in authority; that we may lead a quiet and peaceable life in all godliness and honesty. », (1 Timothy 2:2).
The True “Great Reset” will occur when Jesus Christ comes again, bringing true justice, peace, and righteousness to a world that desperately needs it. “Look! He comes with the clouds of heaven. And everyone will see him— even those who pierced him. And all the nations of the world will mourn for him. Yes! Amen!” «Behold, he cometh with clouds; and every eye shall see him, and they also which pierced him: and all kindreds of the earth shall wail because of him. Even so, Amen. », (Revelation 1:7, NLT).
