Start the Countdown: A Prophetic Allegory for Rising Regions of Refuge (The Restoration Series: Prophetic Stories for Changing Times)

Today, voices from every walk of life are warning about our imminent collapse. Scientists predict Earth’s complex ecosystems are poised for catastrophe. Experts warn our global economic and political systems are about to implode. The Bible also warns about this kind of turmoil. However, we have neglected the scriptures pointing to the reign of a holy people who will expand the kingdom of God on the earth.This book chronicles a unique prophetic journey, offering a glimpse of the vast regions of refuge the Father will soon raise up. These are places where creation is restored, believers learn to access heaven, and resurrection power is released through child-like faith. This book also carries a unique prophetic promise for the Bob Jones Vision Center, a hub of restoration in what is about to unfold.As believers, we are not counting down to the earth’s demise, but to the beginning of a glorious restoration. This is a restoration that begins now, as we discover the limitless power and authority available to us through what Christ accomplished.

Michael Fickess is devoted to calling believers to pursue a more intimate relationship with God through authentic community, effective prayer, revelational knowledge of Scripture, and hunger for the “deep things” of God. He earned a Master’s degree in Middle Eastern History after developing a heart for the Middle East during his tour of duty as an infantry soldier in Baghdad. Michael is a prolific author, speaker, intercessor, and serves as Bible teacher at Comenius School for Creative Leadership, Morningstar’s K-12 school. In addition to Start the Countdown, he has also authored Enoch’s Blessing, Paths of Ever-Increasing Glory, and The Restoration of All Things. He and his wife, Rachelle, live in Charlotte, North Carolina, and have two children, Samuel and Ari.