The Battle Over History—From Ancient Jerusalem to Washington, D.C.

Why did the Trump administration declare ancient Jerusalem part of the glorious heritage of the United States of America?

By Watch Jerusalem Staff • January 24, 2021

United States Ambassador to Israel David Freidman dedicates a plaque declaring the City of David to be a place of historic significance to the United States

Matty Stern | U.S. Embassy Jerusalem

On January 18, 2021, President Donald Trump released the highly anticipated 1776 Commission, which sought to revive appreciation for America’s founding and its Constitution. The same day, the United States Mission to Israel released a statement recognizing the City of David as a significant place of American heritage abroad. Both statements declare the biblical roots of America’s Constitution and values.

Two days later, however, the 1776 Commission was deleted by the Biden administration from the White House website—on the very first day of the Biden presidency. Such an overt attack on the true history of America’s founding strikes at the heart of what has made America exceptional.

On today’s program, host Brent Nagtegaal discusses both January 18 announcements. He also highlights a significant speech by Ambassador David Friedman that connects the ancient City of David to the foundation of American greatness.

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Show Notes

Trump Administration’s 1776 Commission report

Press release: Recognizing the City of David as a Testament to America’s Judeo-Christian Heritage and Founding Principles

President Obama Was Planning Another Hit Against Israel

The United States and Britain in Prophecy

Isaiah’s End-Time Vision

Isaiah had a prophecy for the end time that was twofold. He delivered his message to the temple priests and to the people of Israel.

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Germany’s Conquest of the Balkans

What has happened in former Yugoslavia over the past several years reaches far beyond the boundaries of that region. It is so shocking that the nations of this world would be paralyzed with fear if they truly understood! Shamefully, America is its chief architect.

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History and Prophecy of the Middle East

The next time you read about peace in the Middle East, consider the facts: For over 4,000 years, the Middle East as been fraught with cultural, political and religious violence. Much of this history is recorded in the history book almost no one relies on—the Bible. And what makes the Bible so unique, compared to other historical accounts, is that it recorded much of this history before it occurred!

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Seals of Jeremiah’s Captors Discovered

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The Former Prophets: How to Become a King

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The Proof of the Bible

Why is the world’s best-selling book held in awe by some, in passive discredit by others, and understood by virtually none?

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The Holy Roman Empire in Prophecy

The Holy Roman Empire has made pivotal and defining contributions to Western civilization-but its many reincarnations have also come with painful and catastrophic consequences. European leaders aim to unite the fractured continent of Europe by reviving the legacy of this extraordinary church-state combine. One of the great lessons of this empire is that it always comes back. There is always another resurrection. The Holy Roman Empire is not just a relic of history. It is about to play a central role in world events. Coming to understand about the nature and character of this powerful institution tells you as much about the future as it does about the past.

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The United States and Britain in Prophecy

People of the Western world would be stunned—dumbfounded—if they knew! The governments of the United States, Britain, Canada, Australasia, South Africa would set in motion gigantic crash programs—if they knew! They could know! But they don’t! Why?

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Germany and the Holy Roman Empire

Many people are aware of the atrocities committed by Germany in World War II but would consider them ancient history. These people are completely unaware of the legacy which Adolf Hitler drew upon in creating his Nazi war machine. His was merely the latest resurrection of a war-making empire with a long and bloody history. Did you know that the Bible prophesied of his regime-as well as the terrible emergence of one last resurrection in our day?

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A Palace Fit for a King

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Seals of Isaiah and King Hezekiah Discovered, Exhibit Brochure

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A Warm Friend of Israel

The Ambassador Without Portfolio

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The King of the South

The Prophet Daniel wrote about a future confrontation between the king of the north and the king of the south. We are now in the time when these two major powers are quickly rising! The king of the south is stirring up trouble even today. It is critical that you know the identity of this prophesied power!

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God Promised David an Everlasting Throne—What Happened to It?

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Does God Exist?

Can the existence of God be scientifically proved? Where did the first life come from? Can we know whether God possesses mind power?

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Germany’s Secret Strategy to Destroy Iran

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Has Eilat Mazar Discovered Archaeological Evidence of Isaiah the Prophet?

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Mystery of the Ages

Did you ever ask yourself: “Who am I? What am I? Why am I?” You are a mystery. The world about you is a mystery. Now, you can understand!

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The Way of Peace Restored Momentarily

A powerful and genuine example of peace was given to this world for a tiny period of time. (Was it prophesied in your Bible?) When you see how people reacted to it, you can understand why we have no real peace in this evil world. Nevertheless, we are about to have world peace in spite of man and his human nature.

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Jerusalem in Prophecy

Jerusalem means “city of peace,” and yet this city’s history has been filled with rivers of blood! No city has suffered like Jerusalem. It has known almost no peace. But there is very good news. God established Jerusalem to be a city of peace—and will one day make sure that it becomes so! It is actually the city from which God will rule the entire universe!

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