Watchman Report — 5 Sep 2026
The 5th Seal: the martyrs under the altar cry out for justice
Covering 29 Aug–5 Sep 2026 · The 5th Seal: the martyrs under the altar cry out for justice
W.A.H. — World According to Hiro
Fellow Watchmen,
Rev 4 describes John being brought up to a heavenly courtroom: the Ancient of Days is on the throne, and the Officials sit (Rev 4:1-3; Dan 7:9-10). Among them are the four living creatures (who act as officers saying "Come," introducing the Horsemen in the first four Seals), the twenty-four elders, the seven Spirits of God before the throne, John as the human witness, and the Lamb who opens the scroll (Rev 5:5–6:1). Heaven and earth are called as witnesses so God can judge His people (Deut 30:19; Ps 50:4). The 6-planet parades we have recently seen are part of that heavenly host along with the Sun and Moon, especially during the Ring of Fire on 2 Oct 2024, the blood moon on Purim 3 Mar 2026, and the total solar eclipse on 12 Aug 2026.
The 5th Seal focuses on the martyrs under the altar, where they cry out for justice and vengeance (Gen 4:10; Rev 6:9-11). The 6th Seal shakes the heavens that stood as believers are gathered and the world is prepared for judgment (Rev 6:12-14; 1 Thess 4:16-17; Rev 7:9-10, 13-14). The 7th Seal is God's sentence; the 7 Trumpets announce each judgment, followed by the bowls of wrath on those who do not repent (Rev 8:1, 8:6-7; 9:21; Rev 16:9).
Next week is Trumpets 2026, beginning our 3rd year. The Horsemen's impacts keep stacking. We should expect more wars and violence. More attacks and sabotage by Muslims around the world. Since the 2nd year focused on wars, it would make sense that the 3rd year will focus on the 3rd seal (Black Horseman) impacts this year, inflation and famine. Especially as climate change and war impact global food harvests and transportation.
This week's prophetic fulfillments:
1st Seal — White Horse
Rev 6:1-2 · Trump Victories & America as Laodicea Rev 3
Broken Trumpets, 2 Oct 2024 · Heavenly Sign: 6 planet parade; Comet 3I/ATLAS and "Ring of Fire" Eclipse
US gets 100-year concessions on Venezuela's major oil fields (~17 fields, ~65 billion barrels; US ~35% stake; claim on output "at cost" for SPR and military needs). Rider conquering by contract (Rev 6:2).
US opening a path for Jewish Canadians to immigrate amid rising antisemitism (Gen 12:3 / sheep-nation watch).
Nigeria prayer walk with more than 1 million people; reports of revival and large crowds of worshippers in Israel and many other countries. Iran may have seen 5 million converts
2nd Seal — Red Horse
Rev 6:3-4 · War & Ethnic Conflict
Broken, 12 Aug 2025 · Heavenly Sign: 6 planet parade; Blood Moon (9/7); Perseids
Iran threatens to hit the US homeland; German power infrastructure hit by sabotage. Muslims around the world are encouraged to commit acts of arson.
China signs a national defense mobilization law preparing the population for war. Poland sending out mobilization cards in case war breaks out.
Russian state TV openly says nuclear weapons will be required to fight Europe.
Ukraine, Sudan, Gaza, Myanmar, Afghanistan, Pakistan still fighting. Ukrainian attacks on Iranian shipping in the Caspian now links the two wars.
3rd Seal — Black Horse
Rev 6:5-6 · Inflation, famine
Broken Purim, 3 Mar 2026 · Signs: Blood Moon & 6 planet parade
Brent crude hovering near $95–96/bbl; US diesel crack spread set a record above $106/bbl.
Iranian rial near 2.2 million per USD. Iran food inflation > 120%, Ave worker wage: $82 vs monthly food costs $450. (days wage is NOT sufficient for that days bread)
South Interior Karnataka monsoon season about 34% below normal through early September; Bangalore rice still near ₹52/kg.
The base of ocean food chains disappearing: Sardine die-off in South Africa, similar in multiple other countries destroying seafood stocks
4th Seal — Pale/Green Horse
Rev 6:7-8
Broken 12 Aug 2026 · Heavenly Sign: 6 planet parade; Perseids; Total Eclipse
No significant changes
5th Seal — Antichrist Rises
Rev 6:9-11; 13:16-17 · Antichrist rise / Great Tribulation watch
Expected Purim ~12 Mar to Passover Apr 2028 · Heavenly Sign: Rev 12:3-4 dragon card
Multiple European nations building Homeland Defense / internal enforcement forces
US pushback against Flock license-plate camera networks (states and cities freezing or ending contracts)
6th Seal — Signs in Heaven and Earth
Rev 6:12-17; Luke 21:11-25
Expected ~Passover 2029 · Heavenly Sign: Apophis; meteor shower; Blood Moon
Chile, Peru, Bolivia, Nepal, Tibet and Canada hit with catastrophic floods, snow, and mudslides.
Syrian skies red in a dusk dust storm; multiple Pacific hurricanes.
The Road Ahead
7th Seal — Rapture (Rev 7–8:1-6) - Expected Trumpets, 27–29 Sep 2030, Heavenly Sign: Rev 12:1-2
Return of the King (Wrath) – till Yom Kippur, 27 Sep 2031 – Heavenly Sign: Gen 3:15
Jesus dedicates Millennial temple – Hanukkah Dec 2031 (1335 Days)
Millennial Kingdom established by Passover, 26 Mar 2032 – 1st Resurrection / Bema seat judgment? Heavenly Sign: Final Blood Moon Tetrad
Sources
NYT / Reuters / AP / BBC / Bloomberg / CNN Venezuela oil; SCI / IranWire / Zamaneh / The National Iran inflation; EIA / GasBuddy / Flux diesel & Brent; NPC / Xinhua / SCMP China mobilization law; WHO / ECDC / MSF / CDC Ebola; Al Jazeera Andes floods; Guardian / CBC Nepal-Tibet; Worthy / ToI blogs / Israel365 Red Heifer & Temple Mount; USGS / VolcanoDiscovery / SpaceWeather; various X posts.
Cyndee's Corner
Once you have learned to be a self-feeder and have discipled your family, it is time to reach out to the church.
How many people who grew up in the church are going to hear, "Depart from me, I never knew you," simply because they thought outward behavior was enough? This is a significant issue, particularly in the West, where life can be comfortable and many rely on self-sufficiency. Additionally, many believers remain content with foundational truths without seeking deeper spiritual growth. They attend church on Sunday, but forget about Him the rest of the week. Going deeper is essential for developing true discernment and becoming a self-feeder.
Many Bible studies function more like self-help groups. While support is valuable, a foundation of genuine intimacy with Christ is critical. True transformation happens from the inside out, not the outside in. Without an internal spiritual foundation, external Christian living risks becoming superficial.
It is our responsibility to guide others in the church toward deeper spiritual intimacy. Rather than focusing solely on going out, we should also focus on discipling within—building up a strong foundation inside the church so believers are fully prepared to reach the world.
In His service, Hiro
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