This week we are continuing our 2026 Prophecy Update from Jeremiah 49:34-39 - looking once again at the prophecies concerning Elam, or modern-day Iran. Biblical prophecies concerning Iran (Biblical Persia/Elam) often focus on its role in end-times conflicts, particularly in Ezekiel 38-39 as part of a coalition that seeks to destroy the Jews and Israel. As we look at Jeremiah 49:34-39, Jeremiah prophesies that God pledges to break Elam's bow - her principal military strength and will destroy her leadership. The people will be scattered into all nations, a judgment which can be seen as potentially aligned with current geopolitical events.
Unlike other oracle judgments, this passage emphasizes God setting His own throne in Elam, showing total sovereignty. However, it concludes with a promise: "In the latter days I will bring again the captivity of Elam".
As these events unfold, we are called to watch and to pray, just as Jesus instructed His followers (Matthew 26:41; Luke 21:36).  Until the trumpet sounds, keep looking up!