Joseph Z, a prophetic voice and founder of Joseph Z Ministries, recently appeared on “The Strang Report” podcast to discuss the upcoming election and its potential consequences.
Z describes 2024 as a “do-over year,” referencing what he sees as unresolved tensions from the 2020 election. He claims that the church’s response will play a crucial role in determining the country’s direction.
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“The Lord is saying it’s in the hands of the church,” Z says, asserting that the outcome of the election hinges on whether the church actively engages in the political process. “If [the church] will show up, I think there’ll be victory. If they don’t, I think we’re going to go into a very, very difficult season,” he added.
Z also expresses concern over what might happen if former President Donald Trump loses and the Left gains power. He warns that the country could be headed for a “socialist concentration camp style of governing.” According to him, such a future could involve “digital prisons” and an increase in control by global entities. “They’ll let people like the World Economic Forum run free… take away our medical sovereignty,” he warns, referencing potential loss of freedoms in every corner of society.
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Despite these concerns, Z says he believes there is still hope. He called on Christians to reject passivity, attributing inaction to years of “bad teaching, soft teaching.” He criticizes church leadership for avoiding political engagement, referring to this mindset as the “Pretty pretty pony gospel culture.” Z argues that believers must influence society and engage in political discourse. “We definitely need to be salt and light… because it’s not just about the gospel. It’s also preaching the kingdom and bringing influence into all these spheres,” he says.
He urges Christians to overcome their fears of being “canceled” or “hassled” for their political views. “Your house is on fire, and if your house is on fire…You’ve got to put it out,” Z says, stressing the urgency of political engagement.
If Christians in America have any chance of continuing to be an effective influence on culture and society, they must put more focus on unity and action: “We can push darkness back one more round… maintain a future for our children, at least for another few years,” Z encourages.
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James Lasher is staff writer for Charisma media.