Dear Friends,
We hope and pray you are well and the Lord is keeping you in perfect peace. This past month has been busy as we are currently on the road in South America (Amazon), conducting outreach and bringing the gospel to remote areas. At the same time, we are putting the finishing touches on a compelling new episode titled Exodus, which offers a detailed exploration of the historic sites of Mt. Sinai, the Split Rock of Horeb, the Altar of the Golden Calf, and Elijah’s Cave in locations throughout Saudi Arabia—places where the echoes of God’s mighty deliverance continue to resonate. We believe this episode will be a blessing to many and eagerly await the opportunity to share it with you. Your support in prayers and finances are key to undertaking each Gospel Expedition and producing new episodes to encourage the next generation for missions. As always, we are forever grateful for all you do and ask you to continue in every way. Your partnership is truly the lifeblood of Travel the Road, allowing us to reach farther into unreached territories and bring stories back that ignite a passion for missions in viewers worldwide. Thank you for standing with us. Together, we can reach the ends of the earth with the message of Christ Jesus!
This month, we would like to share a message called — Signs
Watching for the Signs: Israel as a Prophetic Timepiece
Scripture calls believers to be discerning of the times, echoing Jesus’ words: “When you see these things happening, you will know that the kingdom of God is near” (Luke 21:31). From Genesis to Revelation, the nation of Israel stands at the center of God’s prophetic timeline. The Lord declared, “I will gather you from all the nations and bring you back into your own land” (Ezekiel 36:24). Since 1948, Israel has been restored as a nation, and God's prophetic timepiece moves steadily closer to His return.
Not only has Israel become a nation, but preparations are underway for the rebuilding of the Third Temple in Jerusalem. Organizations like the Temple Institute have spent over three decades reconstructing sacred vessels—golden menorahs, silver trumpets, priestly garments, and the altar—all perfectly matching biblical specifications. Levites and Kohanim (priests) are now being trained to serve the Temple again, fulfilling the ancient instructions given in Exodus and Leviticus.
Central to this is the quest for the perfect red heifer—a flawless cow whose ashes, as described in Numbers 19, are necessary to ceremonially purify priests and inaugurate the Temple. Only nine red heifers have ever been sacrificed throughout Jewish history. In 2025, Israel witnessed a major milestone as a candidate red heifer was found and a purification ceremony test run conducted, a profound fulfillment of prophecy and a clear sign of the times.
Yet, obstacles abound. The Temple Mount remains one of the world’s most contested religious sites—home today to the Dome of the Rock and the Al-Aqsa Mosque. Any attempt to rebuild the Temple would ignite an unprecedented geopolitical crisis. Recent conflicts and growing tensions in the region, including clashes with Iran and unrest in Gaza and the West Bank, reflect the prophetic words of Zechariah: “I will make Jerusalem a cup of trembling unto all the peoples round about” (Zechariah 12:2).
Despite challenges, many biblical signs are converging. State-of-the-art temple artifacts, daily priestly preparations, and immense global attention signal that God’s timing is at hand. The world watches, but the believer’s heart sees this as confirmation that the Lord’s coming is near—a moment of great hope and decisive fulfillment.
It is crucial, however, to understand the spiritual condition alongside these prophetic milestones. The Scriptures reveal that while Israel as a nation holds a central prophetic role, most Jewish people today do not recognize Jesus as their Messiah. Romans 11 reminds us of this painful truth but also points to a future moment when “they will look on Me whom they have pierced and mourn for Him” (Romans 11:26). The Jewish people will ultimately experience remorse in the final days, but this does not grant automatic salvation.
Salvation remains by faith in Jesus Christ alone, for “there is no other name given among men by which we must be saved” (Acts 4:12). The Jewish people, like all people, must individually embrace Jesus to inherit God’s kingdom. The role of prophetic events, including the Temple’s restoration and the tensions in Jerusalem, underline God’s sovereign plan but do not exempt anyone from the call to repentance and faith.
Watching for these signs is not an exercise in fear or speculation but a summons to faithful, urgent readiness. Jesus admonished, “When these things begin to take place, stand up and lift up your heads, because your redemption is drawing near” (Luke 21:28). The restoration of Israel, and the stirrings of the Temple, remind us that prophecy is unfolding now. “Behold, he is coming with the clouds... and every eye will see him” (Revelation 1:7).
Personal End Times: Living with Eternal Perspective
While our minds often focus on the global signs of the end of the age and the return of Christ, there is an equally urgent truth we must not ignore—the reality of our own personal end times. Scripture reminds us, “Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom” (Psalm 90:12). Whether we anticipate the Lord’s return soon or not, every day brings us closer to the moment when we will stand before God and give an account of our lives. The brevity of human life is stark. James writes, “What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes” (James 4:14). The apostle Paul similarly exhorts believers to redeem the time: “See then that you walk circumspectly, not as fools but as wise, redeeming the time…” (Ephesians 5:15-16). These warnings are not meant to paralyze with fear, but to awaken us from dangerous complacency. Tragically, far too many delay this sober reflection until the eleventh hour. The thief of procrastination robs souls of peace and preparedness.
Imagine for a moment—perhaps you have 50, or 30, or even fewer years left in this life. Some may have already crossed that threshold and face eternity now. Regardless of our physical age, each breath is a precious gift and a countdown to the eternal encounter. How we live in our own “end time” matters immensely.
The Bible paints the picture clearly: “It is appointed for man to die once, and after that comes judgment” (Hebrews 9:27). When that final moment arrives, no wealth, status, or accomplishments will suffice apart from the righteousness given through faith in Jesus Christ. The tragedy is the widespread neglect of this reality. Most live as though life is endless, deferring repentance and devotion. Yet Scripture says, “The day of the Lord will come like a thief” (1 Thessalonians 5:2)—and so will the end of our individual journeys. This calls for a life restructured—prioritizing what lasts beyond the temporal.
Let that sink in: You are living in your end time. Not to discourage, but to compel urgent introspection, repentance, and expectancy. To live with a posture of readiness is wisdom; to ignore it is perilous.
The Great Commission: Mission as the Mark of Readiness
As we stand watchful for the signs unfolding in our time and embrace the urgency of our personal journey to eternity, the call to fulfill the Great Commission stands paramount. Jesus commanded His followers, “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them... and teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you” (Matthew 28:19-20). This mission to proclaim the gospel “to the ends of the earth” is not an optional undertaking—it is the heart of our faith and the prerequisite to the consummation of all things. Scripture links the completion of this gospel task directly to the nearness of Christ’s return: “And this gospel of the kingdom will be proclaimed throughout the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come” (Matthew 24:14). The world remains full of unreached peoples, and the harvest is plentiful but the workers are few (Luke 10:2). With every effort, every prayer, and every sacrifice invested in sending out messengers, we hasten the glorious day when every tribe, tongue, and nation will worship before the throne of the Lamb (Revelation 7:9). This holy urgency forms our readiness—not merely awaiting Jesus, but working eagerly to bring others to Him. Even as global turmoil and spiritual warfare intensify, we are empowered by the promise of the Holy Spirit to boldly proclaim the gospel (Acts 1:8). The unfolding signs sharpen our focus: the gospel remains the answer—now, always, and especially in the days approaching. Let us, then, commit heart and hands to the task entrusted to us, confident that as we go, preaching peace and reconciliation through Christ alone, the Lord’s coming draws near. Until He returns, the trumpet call rings clear: “Be faithful unto death, and I will give you the crown of life” (Revelation 2:10).
At Travel the Road, the urgency of the hour compels us to press forward with boldness and hope, answering the call to reach every tribe and nation with the Good News. We ask for your continued prayers and support as we prepare for upcoming remote expeditions, confident that together we can bring the light of Christ to many waiting souls. The time is near, and we must push forward to reach those who have yet to hear the name of Jesus. The best is still ahead, and together we eagerly anticipate the day when every knee will bow before our Savior. Until then, let us stand firm in faith and press on with unwavering hope. Peace be with you.
In Him,
Tim and Will