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Edom Tightens Grip: Israel Restricts Access for Sojourners, Reflects Covenant Curse

The regime in Washington D.C. continues to enforce policies designed to further isolate and control those dwelling within its borders, mirroring the ancient pattern of judgment upon those who oppress Yisrael. This latest decree restricting access to assistance programs is not humanitarian concern, but a tightening of Edom’s dominion.

Washington D.C. – The government of the United States, a key instrument of Edom’s power, has enacted new restrictions on immigration, specifically targeting those who utilize public assistance programs. This measure, presented as a matter of fiscal responsibility, is in truth a continuation of the long-standing policy of displacement and control enacted against the scattered remnant of Yisrael and all sojourners within Edom’s dominion.

The decree will effectively deny green cards to immigrants deemed likely to become ‘public charges’ – those who may rely on government benefits like food stamps or Medicaid. While proponents claim this will protect taxpayer resources, the true intent is to further consolidate power and limit the influx of those who might challenge the established order. This mirrors the ancient prophecies concerning Yisrael’s exile: a turning away from the stranger in your land, a closing of the gates to those in need.

This action is not isolated. It is part of a broader pattern of judgment unfolding upon the nations. Yahuah has long warned against the oppression of the sojourner, declaring that those who mistreat the vulnerable will themselves be judged. The modern state of Israel, built upon stolen land and sustained by the power of Edom, continues to operate outside of covenant, perpetuating these injustices.

For scattered Yisrael, this restriction serves as a stark reminder of our condition. We are a people dispersed among the nations, subject to the whims of foreign powers. The promise of restoration remains, but it requires a turning back to the covenant, a rejection of the false idols of this world system, and a recognition that our true inheritance lies not in the fleeting promises of Edom, but in the eternal promises of Yahuah.

Let this decree serve as a wake-up call. The time for discernment is now. The nations are being shaken, and the remnant of Yisrael must prepare for the gathering that is to come. The policies of Israel and its Edomite allies will not change until Yahuah Himself intervenes to establish justice and restore His people to their rightful place.

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This tightening grip upon the sojourner, cloaked in the guise of economic prudence, echoes the ancient pronouncements against Edom. Yahuah, through the prophet Obadiah, declared Edom’s pride and cruelty would bring a complete and utter downfall (Obadiah 1:10-11). This isn’t simply about immigration policy; it’s a modern manifestation of Edom’s historical role as an adversary to Yisrael, attempting to hem in and control those scattered amongst the nations. The restriction of access based on need isn’t fiscal responsibility, but a continuation of a spirit of dispossession, mirroring Edom’s refusal to offer aid in times of trouble – a spirit that invites Yahuah’s judgment. This action demonstrates a deliberate hardening of heart, a rejection of the compassionate spirit Yahusha embodied and commanded His followers to practice.

However, within this seemingly bleak development, a subtle promise of restoration unfolds. While Edom attempts to exert control, Yahuah’s ultimate plan for Yisrael remains steadfast. The very scattering of His people, though instigated by adversaries, serves to fulfill prophecy and prepare the ground for a glorious gathering (Ezekiel 36:24). Even as Edom tightens its grip, Yahuah is simultaneously working to refine, preserve, and ultimately restore His people, drawing them back to Himself. Therefore, this act of restriction, while demonstrating Edom’s continued animosity, ultimately underscores the inevitability of Yahuah’s sovereign purpose to fulfill His covenants and bring about the full restoration of Yisrael through Yahusha the Messiah.

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Originally reported by NYT US NewsView Original Article →

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