Feb. 22, 2026

In this message, Pastor Ted continued in the book of Revelation chapter 11, where John is handed a measuring rod and told to measure God's temple, marking out what belongs to the Lord and under His care. But he is instructed to leave the outer court unmeasured, for it will be handed over to the nations who will trample it for a set period. The message explores the geopolitical tensions surrounding the Temple Mount, emphasizing the significance of the site for both Jews and Muslims. The central theme revolves around the preparations for the rebuilding of the Third Temple, underlining its prophetic implications as outlined in the Bible. Key developments such as the acquisition of qualified red heifers for purification rituals, the creation of a replica of the Ark of the Covenant, and the training of priests are highlighted as pivotal steps toward the restoration of temple worship. The ongoing conflict between Jewish aspirations for the temple and Islamic reverence for the Dome of the Rock illustrates the complexities of this sacred space, which remains one of the most contested areas globally.