According to ancient history scholar, Eric H. Cline, PhD, the year 1177 BC marked the collapse Late Bronze Age Mediterranean civilizations. One after another empires and civilizations in the area were brought down by multiple interconnected failures ranging from invasions and revolt to earthquakes, drought, and the cutting of international trade routes. It was their very interconnectedness that facilitated the dramatic collapse and marked the beginning of a dark age that lasted centuries. Are we at a similar pivotal moment today with a range of interrelated emergencies? Where one factor affects another, magnifying others having a multiplier affect weakening societal governance and infrastructure? Are we at the beginning of a perfect storm of interconnected global collapse in a world that is far more interconnected than in the Late Bronze Age? Face reality and do not be fearful. Knowing that tests and trials are coming is half the solution. Take action based on knowledge preparing physically and spiritually knowing that physical preparation alone will not save. Be vigilant, strong, wise and brave. Work as if everything depends on you, trust in the living God and be rich in good works ready to give and share.

Howard Baker