Tuesday, May 20, 2025

The Digital Euro Is Coming: CBDCs And The Shadow Of Revelation 13


"No one could buy or sell unless he had the mark..." -- Revelation 13:17


It's the kind of verse that used to make people shift uneasily in church pews. It was a warning that seemed distant, symbolic--maybe even metaphorical. But with recent developments in Europe and whispers of similar plans in the United States, the symbols are starting to look shockingly literal. Last week, European Union finance ministers met to accelerate legislation for a digital euro--a centralized digital currency controlled by the European Central Bank. Euro group President Paschal Donohoe declared that despite some setbacks in 2024, "good progress" has been made and legislation could be finalized this year. 

That means the digital euro could go live as early as next year. This is more than just a change in how people pay for groceries. It is a change in who controls the purse strings of the free world. And Christians, especially those who take Bible prophecy seriously, have every reason to pay attention. Proponents of digital currencies love to talk about convenience. They tout security, efficiency, and the need to stay competitive against tech giants and global threats. 

And yes, part of the motivation behind the EU's digital euro is to reduce dependence on foreign companies like Visa and Mastercard, especially amid rising geopolitical tensions. But look deeper, and a darker truth surfaces: Central bank digital currencies aren't just digital cash--they're programmable, trackable, and controllable. You don't withdraw them. You don't stuff them under a mattress. In fact, you don't even own them. The government or central bank does.    (Read More)