The Enemies Of Israel: Exposing The Ancient And End-Time Forces Against God’s Covenant People
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Uncover the truth about the enemies of Israel—past, present, and prophetic—through the lens of the Old Testament and the words of Yeshua (Jesus). Discover how to spiritually discern and overcome these forces as a Messianic Believer rooted in covenant and destiny.
The Enemies of Israel: Exposing the Ancient and End-Time Forces Against God’s Covenant People
“They have taken crafty counsel against Your people, and consulted together against Your sheltered ones. They have said, ‘Come, and let us cut them off from being a nation, that the name of Israel may be remembered no more.’” – Psalm 83:3–4
From the beginning of Israel’s calling as God’s covenant nation, a relentless spiritual and physical war has been waged against her. The enemies of Israel are not merely historical figures—they are enduring spiritual forces that seek to thwart God’s redemptive plan for humanity through His chosen people.
This isn’t just ancient history. This is a present reality, and a prophetic urgency.
As Messianic Jewish believers, we must understand these enemies—not only to recognize the patterns of warfare in Scripture, but to stand as faithful intercessors, truth-bearers, and warriors for the destiny of Israel and the Kingdom of Yeshua.
Who Are the Enemies of Israel? A Biblical Foundation
Throughout the Tanakh (Old Testament), we see how nations, rulers, and principalities rose up against Israel in rebellion against God’s purposes.
But beneath their hatred was a deeper enmity—a spiritual rebellion against the Holy One of Israel.
Egypt – The Enemy of Bondage
The first major oppressor of Israel was Egypt, representing the spirit of slavery and oppression.
“Come now, and I will send you to Pharaoh that you may bring My people, the children of Israel, out of Egypt.” – Exodus 3:10
Egypt enslaved Israel for over 400 years, but it wasn’t just Pharaoh—it was the gods of Egypt that God judged in the Exodus. Each plague was an act of divine warfare against spiritual powers.
“Against all the gods of Egypt, I will execute judgment: I am the LORD.” – Exodus 12:12
Egypt represents any system that seeks to enslave, dehumanize, and destroy the identity of God's people.
Amalek – The Spirit of Destruction and Cowardice
“Remember what Amalek did to you... how he attacked you on the way when you were faint and weary, and cut off your tail.” – Deuteronomy 25:17-18
Amalek strikes when God’s people are weak, tired, or vulnerable. This spirit is cowardly, lurking in moments of fatigue or disobedience. Amalek is the spirit behind attacks aimed at your destiny.
God declared perpetual war against Amalek:
“The LORD will have war with Amalek from generation to generation.” – Exodus 17:16
Even today, that spiritual enemy attempts to sever believers from their inheritance through weariness, discouragement, and ambush.
Babylon – The Enemy of Identity and Worship
“By the rivers of Babylon, there we sat down and wept when we remembered Zion.” – Psalm 137:1
Babylon didn’t just conquer Jerusalem—it tried to erase Israel’s identity. It seduced through assimilation, luxury, and idolatry. Daniel and his companions resisted by clinging to Torah and faithfulness.
Yeshua warned of Babylon’s influence when He said:
“You cannot serve God and mammon.” – Matthew 6:24
Babylon’s spiritual enemy tempts us with compromise, comfort, and cultural idolatry. It mocks holiness and undermines worship. In today’s world, Babylon is alive in the systems that call evil good and good evil.
Edom – The Bitter Brother
Edom, the descendants of Esau, held a long-standing grudge against Israel.
“Because of violence against your brother Jacob, shame shall cover you, and you shall be cut off forever.” – Obadiah 1:10
Edom rejoiced over Jerusalem’s destruction and betrayed their kin. This enemy represents betrayal, unforgiveness, and generational bitterness—often hidden behind a mask of familiarity.
The Enemies of Israel in the Words of Yeshua
Yeshua (Jesus) did not ignore these spiritual and national enemies—He confronted them directly. But His war was not with flesh and blood—it was with the spiritual principalities influencing people and nations.
The Religious Spirit – Hypocrisy and Corruption
“Woe to you, scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites! For you shut the kingdom of heaven in people’s faces.” – Matthew 23:13
Yeshua confronted the religious leaders who used Torah to control rather than to shepherd. He exposed religious pride that resists the Ruach (Spirit) of God.
The religious spirit is still an enemy of Israel today—it masquerades as righteousness but rejects the Messiah.
Satan – The Accuser of the Brethren
“You are of your father the devil, and your will is to do your father’s desires.” – John 8:44
Yeshua directly identified the devil as a murderer and liar from the beginning. He revealed that Satan is the true enemy behind all who resist the truth.
Yeshua came to destroy the works of the devil, fulfilling God’s promise to crush the serpent’s head (Genesis 3:15). The enemies of Israel serve Satan’s agenda, knowingly or unknowingly, to prevent the return of Yeshua and the redemption of Zion.
The Prophetic End-Time Enemies of Israel
The prophetic books foretell a global uprising against Israel before the return of Messiah.
“For I will gather all the nations to battle against Jerusalem.” – Zechariah 14:2
“Nations will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom… but the end is not yet.” – Matthew 24:7
Yeshua warned that Jerusalem would be surrounded by enemies (Luke 21:20), and that only those who endure to the end will be saved.
But we are not without hope.
God’s Promise to Defend Israel
Despite all these enemies—physical and spiritual—God has made an unbreakable promise:
“No weapon formed against you shall prosper, and every tongue that rises against you in judgment you shall condemn.” – Isaiah 54:17
“He who touches you touches the apple of His eye.” – Zechariah 2:8
Yeshua affirmed this when He lamented over Jerusalem:
“How often I wanted to gather your children together as a hen gathers her chicks under her wings, but you were not willing!” – Matthew 23:37
His desire for Israel is restoration, protection, and shalom.
What Can We Do as Messianic Believers?
1. Pray for Israel’s Protection and Salvation
Stand in the gap. Intercede for the peace of Jerusalem (Psalm 122:6) and for eyes to be opened to Yeshua the Messiah.
2. Expose the Spiritual Enemies
Do not be silent about antisemitism, replacement theology, or the growing deception in the world system. Speak truth boldly.
3. Stand Firm in Your Identity
Like Daniel, Esther, and Elijah, remain faithful even when pressured to conform. You are part of God’s prophetic remnant.
4. Declare God’s Promises Over Israel
Let your words align with heaven. Speak life over Zion, not fear. Proclaim the return of Messiah and the establishment of His Kingdom.
Conclusion – The Final Enemy Will Fall
“Then the sign of the Son of Man will appear in heaven… and they will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds of heaven with power and great glory.” – Matthew 24:30
Though the enemies of Israel rage, their end is sure. The King is coming.
Yeshua will return to Jerusalem—not New York, not Rome, not Mecca. He will rule from Zion, and all nations will come to learn His ways (Isaiah 2:2–4).
Will you stand with Israel until that day?
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