Bill Perkins, Author at Compass International

Since 1993, Compass has held Steeling the Mind Bible Conferences that defend the accuracy of the Bible. By providing this Biblical armor, it is our hope a Believer can better "make a defense" of what and why we believe (1Pet 3:15).

And as the world turns slowly toward God's predetermined conclusion, we

expect to have more and more opportunities to be used by God in the lives of friends, family and loved ones. Nothing like being armed for action!

With that in mind, see if you can get your arms around these facts: There are over 300 prophecies in the Bible of Jesus' first coming, all having come true. What would be the odds of just eight of these prophecies coming true?

(1) Messiah to be born in Bethlehem. (Micah 5:2)
(2) Messiah betrayed for thirty pieces of silver. (Zechariah 11:12-13)
(3) Messiah's clothes would be gambled away. (Psalms 22:18)
(4) Messiah's hands and feet would be pierced. (Psalms 22:16)
(5) Messiah's bones would not be broken. (Psalms 34:20)
(6) Messiah would be born in the tribe of Judah. (Isaiah 37:31)
(7) Messiah would be called from Egypt. (Hosea 11:1)
(8) Messiah would be buried in a rich man's grave. (Isaiah 53:9)

The odds of all eight coming true are virtually incomprehensible! Consider this illustration-

Suppose we filled the entire State of Texas with 100 trillion silver dollars. That would make the entire state about two feet deep in coins. Then we mark only one coin.

Next we stir-up the state full of coins so they are thoroughly mixed and random. The marked coin could be anywhere in the state in the two foot deep coins. Finally we blindfold a man and let him travel the entire state to choose one random coin.

What would be the odds of him finding the marked coin in one try? He would have the same chance the prophets had for those eight prophecies being fulfilled. Which is virtually no chance.

But that was only eight of the over 300 prophecies! Figuring the odds of fulfilling all 300 Bible prophecies is ridiculously astronomical. Simply incalculable-- except that the real author of these prophecies knew the future. The God Who created the universe out of nothing was in total control and knows the past, present AND future.

"Behold, the former things have come to pass, Now I declare new things; Before they spring forth I proclaim them to you." Is. 42:9

If this type of mathematical apologetics (defense of the faith) gets your blood pumping, consider ordering Mike Riddle's Steeling the Mind Bible Conference presentation,

Mike does a great job, in layman's terms, showing the utter impossibility of evolution in light of mathematical probabilities.

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We received this interesting information from one of our readers regarding the above article—

I am a Christian who very much enjoys scientific apologetics, and wanted to point out a math issue with the silver dollar Texas reference.The land surface area of Texas according to the Encyclopedia Brittanica is 268,597 square miles.

The census.gov site gives the nearly-identical number 268,596 square miles (695,662 square kilometers).

This is equivalent to a square of 518 miles per side or 834 kilometers per side.The dimensions of an American Silver Eagle coin are 40.6 millimeters diameter, 2.98 killimeters thick, and the Morgan silver dollar is 38.1 millimeters diameter, 2.4 millimeters thick according to Wikipedia.

A kilometer = 1000 meters = 100,000 centimeters = 1,000,000 millimeters. 834 kilometers are 834,000,000 millimeters.

A one-dollar-layer-thick, row-and-column cover of the state therefore would require:

Silver eagles (40.6mm) : 834,000,000 / 40.6 = 20,541,872 coins per side, or 20,541,872 x 20,541,872 (basically 20 million coins per row in 20 million rows) = 421,968,502,026,254 total coins, one layer thick. That’s almost 422 trillion coins for a layer that is one coin thick.

But, to make a pile 2 feet thick (609.6 millimeters) requires 609.6 millimeters / 2.98 millimeters per coin = 204.5 coins in thickness. That means that for each coin in the bottom one-coin layer you must add 203.5 coins.

This works out to 203.5 x 422 trillion, or 8.63 x 10 to the 16th power = 8,630,000,000,000,000 coins. That is 8.63 quadrillion coins.

This means the odds would be one in 8.63 quadrillion for the person wandering a Texas-size state 2 feet-thick in Silver Eagle dollars.

The numbers are somewhat higher for the smaller Morgan Silver dollar: 479,161,758,323,516 one layer x 254/2 feet = 1.21 x 10 17th power : odds of one in 1.21 quintillion. So Peter Stoner was basically correct in his Texas 2-feet-deep in silver coins analogy, assuming 1 x 10^17 odds.

Your 100 trillion number is too small by a factor of 10,000. It is actually 1 million trillion (1 x 10^17).

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Please review these overseas travel tips now and 30 days prior to departure. Many require some pre-trip planning and shopping.

It is always a good idea when traveling to bring along an extra pair of your prescription glasses and/or sunglasses and prescription medicines (with original prescription and generic name for drug). These items are available overseas, but are generally time-consuming to locate and may make you miss a day of sightseeing. Also, while items such as camera batteries and film are readily available, they are generally much less expensive in the U.S.

Many past tour attendees have found it convenient to wear a “fanny pack” or backpack for carrying such items as your camera, wallet, film, pen, sunscreen, fold-up umbrella, compact Bible, passport, binoculars, etc. Other people use camera or athletic-type bags. The buses in Israel are safe and locked when you get off at each stop, so leaving things on the seat is safe and ok. It is also a good idea to bring a few small packages of Kleenex for bathroom stops there is a good chance you will need them!

For the site tours comfort before fashion is the key! The weather varies from day to day at this time of the year in Israel. Generally, layered clothing works best as you may need a jacket early in the day and short sleeves in the afternoon. A jacket, sweaters, and shirts (long or short sleeved) seem to work the best. Wrinkle free clothes are a must! Check the weather forecast each evening for the next day's suggested clothing.

Women must cover their shoulders and knees for Holy sites-at Capernaum in Galilee and the Temple Mount area in Jerusalem. They've even banned very tight-fitting jeans and/or leggings in the past. Leggings or tight-fitting stretch pants are not allowed on the Holy sites unless knees are covered by a skirt. Specific dress requirements will be announced the night before touring.

Always wear comfortable walking shoes for the day tours. There is no reason to bring dress shoes or dress clothing. Think casual!

Many Internet sites (weather.com) and search engines have a section where you can look up international weather forecasts. We recommend bookmarking these pages and checking periodically before departure. This will give you a good idea of what to expect weather-wise and help with your packing decisions. Looking at a ten day forecast a couple of days prior to departure is incredibly valuable in determining your clothes selection! If you don’t do Internet, ask a family member to give you the information.

Dollars are widely accepted in Israel and it's easy to exchange currency if necessary. You will pay a small charge for conversion, which makes little difference in changing small amounts like $20 dollar bills but you should always compare several exchange rates before converting large amounts of dollars, to be certain you are getting a fair rate of exchange.

Many tour participants find it's good to have 50 or so one-dollar bills and several five-dollar bills on their tour. They come in handy for small purchases and you can keep $10 or $20 in your pocket while leaving your wallet and/or purse in the bus. You can use larger bills, but if you want to get change for a $100 bill, you will get local currency, not dollars. In Israel the currency is called the Shekel. It is currently trading at approximately 3 1/2 shekels to one dollar.

Many people prefer to charge purchases on a credit card rather than carry a large amount of cash. The benefit to this is that the conversion rate is the actual rate of exchange for that day (+ 2 % fee from the company). If, for instance, you purchase an item with your MasterCard in Israel for 125 shekels, the charge will come out in dollars on your statement-at the current international exchange rate, which is the best rate of exchange available. However, you generally will find the need to have a few dollars or shekels in your possession for small purchases like Cokes, newspapers, postcards, etc. Visa is the most accepted credit card, then MasterCard, American Express, and Diners Club. Others, such as Discover, are more difficult to use.

ATM machines are available but not usually easy to find. They work like machines in the US, in English, but they dispense the local currency, not dollars.

Always bring a few pre-printed personal checks from your local bank-a number of places accept them for merchandise, especially for large items like oriental rugs or nice jewelry. Apparently they figure that if you can afford the $6,000 trip, your check will clear. Sometimes a check is accepted when a credit card isn't!

By now you should have a valid passport that is good through six months past your date of return. If you don't yet have a passport, you need to start the process as soon as possible. You can pick up an application at either the post office or county courthouse (varies by area). Applications can also be downloaded off internet (http://travel.state.gov/download_applications.html). You will need a certified copy of your birth certificate (the one with the footprints doesn't qualify 🙂 to submit with the application. If you don't have a certified copy, you can request one by calling the department of records at the capital of the state in which you were born. There is usually a fee for this and it can take several weeks to receive it.

Rule #1, always keep your passport with you (not in your luggage) while traveling unless it is locked in a secure place, such as the hotel's safe.

Before leaving home, make two photocopies of the main page of your passport. Leave one with someone you could easily contact while you are on your trip and take the other with you (keep it in a separate location than your original passport). Remember, you will need to be able to produce your original passport at all airports in the U.S. and abroad, along with your plane tickets.

Always keep your passport and plane tickets with you while traveling. Never pack them in a suitcase that will be checked. This means you will need to decide where to keep them on your

body. Some people purchase safety pockets that attach to your belt and hang inside your pants. Others simple keep them in their front or back pockets, or a well-guarded purse. If you lose your passport, it's impossible to leave a foreign country or get past customs in the U.S. until you get a new one.

We recommend that you consider purchasing some items that will help you sleep on the long flights to and from Israel, as well as through the night for the first few nights overseas. Ask your doctor if he thinks sleeping pills are appropriate.

A neck pillow that allows you to sleep sitting-up without hurting your neck. Some of the larger planes have them built in to the seat. Other suggestions are sleeping shades (cloth eye covers that block light) and ear plugs. Noise cancellation headphones and an iPod with some smooth music are excellent if you can afford them.

Blankets and small pillows are provided. Wear comfortable and loose shoes on the overseas plane ride (shoes that tie are best). Your feet will retain fluids over the course of the flight but will return to normal after landing. If you can locate them, “No Jet Lag” pills really help.

Many people believe that the less you eat, the better you sleep. And we encourage you to sleep as best you can. Even short naps are helpful. Bring a toothbrush, deodorant, wash cloth, make-up, etc., as well as a change of clothes, in your carry-on bag to use on the plane the next morning.

3. Minimize food intake to get maximum rest. You'll doze off faster & sleep more soundly if your stomach is not stuffed.

4. Avoid gas-forming foods, i.e. beans, cabbage, onions, raw apples, cucumber, melons, foods cooked in grease.

5. Try to match your eating time with your “stomach clock.” For instance, if dinner on the plane is going to be significantly later than your regular time, eat something at the airport before boarding, then pass up the in-flight feast.

Dr. F. S. Preston of British Airways advises crew members to drink between 4-5 pints of fluid, preferably water, when they fly to prevent dehydration. The ventilation system tends to remove moisture from the cabin and body tissues, causing dehydration sufficient to cause fatigue and irritability. When passengers get dehydrated and feel thirsty, they tend to replenish their fluid deficits with the wrong fluids-liquor, soft drinks, coffee and tea.

o Soft drinks cause abdominal discomfort. At 35,000 feet, gases in the stomach and intestines increase approximately 20% because of the decrease in atmospheric pressure. Soft drinks worsen this condition.

o Coffee and tea are mild diuretics and speed up the loss of liquids through the kidneys.

3. Do a few calisthenics and stretches in the aisle or lavatory to get your circulation going.

3. Cover yourself with a blanket-it will trap body heat, keep you warm, and help you fall asleep faster.

4. When you arrive in Israel, don't go to bed (not even for a nap) until well after dinner. This will help you adjust to the time change much more quickly.

You are provided luggage tags that must be attached to the handles of your luggage before you check your luggage in at your home airport. This insures that your luggage will be handled with our group at both airports and hotels. It also speeds up customs as identifying you as part of a tour group. An extra tag is given for purse or camera bag.

You must limit your luggage to one checked piece and one carry-on per person - this is due to limited luggage space on the buses.

In addition to make-up, toiletries, medicine, and two good books, pack at least one change of clothing and two changes of underwear in your carry-on. In the unlikely event your luggage is lost or delayed, this can be a life saver. If your luggage is lost, you may not see it for a few days. Pray now that your luggage won't get lost!

Your carry-on should not be larger than 45 inches in circumference and under 18 pounds. Because airlines are getting very sticky about this, we recommend that you accurately measure your carry-on to make sure it does not exceed the limit--even if you have used it before without a problem.

Going through customs into foreign countries is generally slow. When arriving in Israel, if you have lost a suitcase, tell a Compass staff member and they will show you where to go to fill out the forms. We usually have about one out of every 100 people that don't have all their luggage make it. Usually the lost luggage is back to you in two days to four days. Again, remember to pack an extra change of clothes and two changes of underwear in your carry-on.

Always include necessities such as make-up, camera, valuables, medicine, etc. in your carry-on. Before leaving, pray that the Lord will allow all of your bags to arrive with your flight, and, if God allows your bag to be delayed or lost, that you will have a Christ- centered response as the “chosen one.”

You are allowed to bring back to the United States up to $400.00 of foreign goods per person in most countries, but for Israel, it has “Favored Nation“ status. So you have no limit as long as it’s not for resale. You will receive a stamped form when you arrive in Israel regarding customs--keep it with your passport--you will need it when you leave the country.

Many times, going through customs will try your ability to be a Christian witness. Tip: Always remember that you are in a foreign country and things are not like the U.S. So, be flexible and pray a lot!

The first day of your trip is a long one as most will depart a North American city and continue on to Israel. Since we are traveling against the time zone we will arrive in Tel Aviv the next day. With this in mind, it is important to be organized enough to get a good night's sleep the day before you depart. That way, as the little world travel problems crop up, you are rested and better able to properly respond to any situation that God allows.

Get to the airport two hours prior to departure for international flights. This insures you have time to deal with check-in and any problems that might crop up.

If for some reason you don't get seated next to your spouse or travel mate, ask the gate agent to try to find seats together. You can usually work it out before getting on the plane but once or twice we have had to do some seat trading after we boarded the plane.

The water in Israel is of the same quality as the U.S. and is unlikely to cause you any problems. However, it is always safer to drink bottled water whenever possible. Your bus will have an ample supply of bottled water at very reasonable prices, usually $1 per bottle. The bus drivers sell them as a side business. Soft drinks are usually available at food stands at most sites.

Special meals are also available from the airlines. Once you have received your tickets, call the airline direct and they will help you with your request.

Meals--all breakfasts and dinners are included in the trip; lunches may be included or time allowed to eat on your own. Ice tea and water are provided at lunches and dinners, juices and coffee for breakfast. Soft drinks and wine may be purchased as well as bottled water for most meals.

Laundry service is available at most of the hotels. A few items are not too costly, but before you send a large number of items to be cleaned, check the total costs (usually a laundry list is left in your room). The clothes are returned to your room.

You will be sent a Compass tour name badge prior to your departure from home. You are required to wear your badge during all day trips for both security and admission to sites, as well as your meal ticket. If you lose your badge, see a Compass staff member for a replacement.

You will need to purchase a converter for shavers, hair dryers, curling irons, etc. These are usually available at any Radio Shack or Wal-Mart. Electricity in Israel (and Jordan) is 220 volts/50 cycles.

Direct calls to the U.S. are simple and work best dialing direct from a pay phone using a calling card or prepaid phone card. You can call from the hotels using their system, but they charge extra-a lot extra. The time difference is ten hours for the West Coast, seven for the East Coast.

Most hotels have Internet access. Some for a log-on fee, some free of charge. So you can bring a laptop and stay in touch by email.

Tips in Israel are prepaid. Your bus captain will collect an additional tip for your guide and driver at the end of the tour for a job well done.

For larger groups, you will be assigned a bus number and a corresponding color (#1-Blue, #2-Red, #3 Green, etc.). This will be your bus assignment for all day trips. You will receive your bus assignment 2-3 weeks prior to departure, When you receive your assignment, if you are not assigned a bus with your travel mate(s) or group, please call Compass immediately.

Your Israeli guide and bus driver usually work together as a team. They are Jewish, and rarely Christian, but will become like family to you by the time you leave Israel. In crowded places like the Old City of Jerusalem, always be aware of where your guide/flag is as it is very easy to get lost. You'll ride the same bus each day.

The guides also receive income, in the form of a small commission, from several gift shops at some of the sites that we will visit. This is part of the culture in Israel and is considered part of the guides' income. The gift shops know the guides can stop anywhere along the route and this encourages them to stop at their place. The souvenir prices at these “bathroom stops” are very similar to other shops and the guides usually choose the locations based on cleanliness of rest rooms, acceptance and security of credit cards, broadness of stock, price, etc. So you generally don't pay more even though the guide is getting a commission. For major purchases, always offer less!

If you think you may want to purchase items from the many roving souvenir salesman at a site, put a few dollars in your pocket before you get off the bus so you don't have to open your wallet in front of them. Although rare, there have been instances of pick-pocketing.

Always be considerate of your fellow passengers while the guides are talking. If you are talking to your seat mate it makes it harder for those nearby to hear the guide clearly. Also, with the obvious exception of the guide, the seats toward the front with the best view should be rotated each day. When given a few minutes for bathroom stops, shopping or free time, please return to the bus promptly so we can continue without delay. The 5-10 minutes spent gathering stray passengers at a site can add up to shortened site time or Bible studies later.

> Pray for God's blessing on this trip and that He will use our interaction with the Jewish people to His glory.

Bill Perkins is the founder and Executive Director of Compass International, Inc.
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Compass Biblelands Cruise

October 2015 with Pre-Trip option to Italy

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

The Compass Biblelands Cruise (hereinafter “Compass”) is developed and organized by Compass International, Inc. (a non-profit ministry).

Please fill out the registration form and return it as soon as possible. Please note that this is a private trip and participants must be approved. Payment due dates and cancellation fees are structured to match those incurred by the trip. Please read the following Terms and Conditions in their entirety—it’s important to know all the details, payment dates and coverage.

By signing the registration sheet you acknowledge receiv- ing and agreeing to the Terms and Conditions set forth below covering Biblelands Cruise 2015 and any pre-trip options. The Conditions of Carriage of the Cruise Carrier are expressly incorporated into this contract.

Smoking
The Biblelands Cruise 2015 is a smoke-free trip for all passengers in the common areas of the hotels, site visits and inside the ship. This includes halls, dining rooms, lounges, game rooms, meeting rooms and individual staterooms. Smoking outside the land hotels and on certain outside cruise decks is permissible.

Name Changes
Participation in this trip is limited to persons whose payment and contract have been received by Compass. Name changes are not allowed unless previously approved by Compass. Circumstances prohibit transfer of participation to passengers other than those to whom the original registration was made.

Proper Documentation
All members of this trip must carry passports valid for at least six months beyond the scheduled date of return to the United States. This means your passport must be valid through April 10, 2016, or longer if you choose to extend your trip beyond the cruise. Also, document requirements may vary depending on your citizenship. Non-U.S. passport holders may be required to obtain other visas for certain countries or ports of call and are personally responsible for securing such per- mits/visas. Passengers denied boarding of planes and/or cruise ship due to missing or improper documentation will not be the responsibility of Compass. Compass will process and obtain group visas for those visiting Malta & Turkey. No visa is required for Italy, Greece or Israel for U.S. citizens.

Air and Cruise Tickets
All trip air and ship tickets are valid only for the dates booked and indicated on documents. Tickets will be sent to you approximately 7-10 days prior to your scheduled departure and after full payment has been received by Compass. Tickets for bookings made within 14 days of departure (if available) may be picked up from our representative at the designated airport on the day of departure. Re-issuance of air tickets that are lost or stolen prior to departure, or required to be reissued for any other reasons, may be subject to charges or fees by the air carriers and/or other vendors, and may be substantial.

Limitations

This is a private trip. Compass reserves the right to decline, reject, or retain any member as a participant in this trip at any time for any reason. The air carrier(s), cruise line, group operators and Compass reserve the right to substitute equipment and properties to add or delete en route stops at their discretion with or without notice. The hotels, ground operators, cruise lines and other vendors used by Compass reserve the right, in special circumstances, to substitute accommodations and/or transportation of similar or better quality without penalty.

Baggage
Compass cannot be held responsible for delay, loss, or dam- age to baggage. Travelers are encouraged to check their Travel Tips booklet to find ways to reduce the likelihood, or minimize the problem, of having lost or delayed luggage.
Baggage restrictions apply to this trip. You are allowed to check one piece of luggage, maximum 50 lbs, one “car- ry-on” bag and one purse per person. Your “carry-on” must be one piece of luggage (or handicap devices) not to exceed 24X10X16, which will fit under your seat.

Deposits and Reservations
Your reservation cannot be confirmed until the signed registration form and a total deposit of $750 pp plus the full amount of the insurance, if selected, are received. One half of the balance is due July 11, 2015 and the remaining balance is due August 11, 2015. Payment is due in full if registering after July 30. Your booking may be canceled if not fully paid by the due date. Please make all checks payable to Compass.

Cancellation and Refunds

In the event that you must cancel your reservation (assuming no insurance or a non-covered reason) or payments are not received by specified deadlines, refunds are made in accordance with the following schedule:

Per person cancellation fee, if notice is received:

* 140 days or more prior to your departure date:Cancellation fee is $500 per person plus any domestic air and insurance or add-on travel you have purchased.

* 139-90 days prior to your departure date: Cancellation fee is $1,000 per person plus any domestic air and insurance or add-on travel you have purchased.

* 89-0 days prior to your departure date: Cancellation fee is 100% of package price or deposit (the insurance
allows cancellation for covered reasons).

Refunds and Problems
Unused Trips: No refund will be made for any transporta-tion, accommodations or services included in the trip price which you, by your choice, do not use.
We recommend you use the Compass appointed travel agent to book your domestic flights for you. We regret we cannot be held responsible for missed connections due to weather or mechanical problems. We strongly recommend you purchase trip insurance.

Additional Charges
The airlines and cruise operator have given us a price of fuel “not to exceed.” Also, Compass pays most of the trip expenses in euros. If at the time of sailing fuel does exceed the fuel con- tractual amount or the dollar loses more than 5% value against the euro, a surcharge will be added. The cost will be pro-rated among all passengers not to exceed $150 per passenger. (This has happened only once in our last 20 cruises.) The included airfare from NYC to Rome has pre-determined budgets. If the airfare cost at the time of booking exceeds these budgets, an additional charge reflecting the difference may added--although this has never happened in the past.

Responsibility
Compass has the responsibility of booking with airlines, hotels, condominiums, ground operators, guides, and cruise lines to provide you with these services. The carriers, hotels, cruise lines, and other suppliers providing services are indepen- dent contractors and are not agents, employees, or servants of, or joint venturers with, Compass or its affiliates. All certificates and other travel documents for services issued by Compass are subject to the terms and conditions specified by the supplier and to the laws of the countries in which the services are sup- plied. Each participant agrees not to hold Compass International Inc, its employees, or trip leaders liable, in the absence of its own negligence, for any loss, act or omission, whether negli- gent or otherwise, of any person or firm which is to or does provide goods or services for the trip and shall have no liability to the participant for the quality of services or the condition or cleanliness of accommodations or for any transportation delay, including but not limited to liability for inconvenience, shortened vacation time, additional expense, or any other kind of damage. Compass is not responsible for government actions, weather, mechanical breakdowns, war, terrorism, acts of nature (secularly know as “Acts of God”), or other circumstances beyond its control. (Insurance is included that covers most of these plus other coverages.) If a travel ban is imposed by the United States on any country we are scheduled to visit, another route or port may be substituted.
In the past we have always traveled to Israel under State Department “travel warnings” without incident and expect to do so in the future. In the event of delay, the airline or cruise line, and not Compass, determines delay procedures and the amenities/compensation, if any, to be offered.

Optional Trip Activities
Excursion Activities: Trip participants may choose to engage in various activities including, but not limited to, swimming, jogging, water sports, horseback or camel riding, car rental traveling, shipboard activities and other “activities;” participants are hereby notified that these activities may be dangerous and may result in a serious injury and that participation in these activities shall be at the participant’s own risk. Compass shall not be liable for any injuries sustained by trip participants which are a result of participants engaging in such activities.

Travelers Who Need Special Assistance
Compass must be advised of a participant’s special requirements at the time of booking and we will make every effort to accommodate special requests, but cannot confirm a reservation until all travel suppliers have acknowledged that they can provide the services requested. Note: It is possible that Compass or its suppliers may have to deny boarding if prior notification of special need is not given. We regret that, due to the nature of the planned itinerary, we cannot guarantee full participation to a member whose physical needs cannot be met. However, the average age of participants on past trips is 55 and roughly 98% enjoy full participation at each site.

Major Changes
“Major changes” consist only of changes in the trip’s departure city and/or departure dates by more than 72 hours, hotel substitutions of lower quality, or a price increase exceeding 10 percent of the trip price occurring 21 or more days before departure. In such cases Compass shall notify par- ticipant(s) within 14 days after first knowing of such change, but in any event at least 21 days before scheduled departure. If Compass first learns of a major change less than 21 days before scheduled departure, Compass’ liability is limited to a full refund excluding insurance paid.
Compass has contracted with certain hotels to supply accommodation. Occasionally, the accommodation reserved is not available for a variety of reasons (i.e. unexpected maintenance problems, guest stay-overs, and overbooking by the hotel) and a substitute hotel of equal or greater quality is provided. In the event of your hotel standard being substantially downgraded, a refund reflecting the difference in price will be issued. The gov- erning laws of the State of Idaho shall prevail and any dispute may be resolved in the City of Coeur d’Alene by means of arbi- tration. The prevailing party of any dispute will be entitled to recuperate pertinent legal fees and costs from the other party.

Brochure Validity
This brochure and Terms & Conditions cancels and super- sedes any previous publications or advertisements to this same trip and cruise. The most current brochure or terms and condi- tions may be viewed and/or downloaded at www.compass.org.

Trip Insurance
We highly recommend that you purchase trip protection. The coverage includes sickness, death or accident of imme- diate family or travelling companion, trip interruption, and lost baggage. It covers pre-existing conditions if you purchase it when you first sign up for the trip. Check “Trip Insurance” on your registration form for a quote. You will receive a com- plete policy in the mail after you register.

END: Compass 2015 “Terms and Conditions” For questions, call Compass toll-free at 1-800-977-2177 or email: biblecruise@compass.org.

"And he shall confirm the covenant with many for one week (7 years)". Dan. 9:27

This treaty, we believe, is consummated just after the Rapture of the Church and begins the seven-year period of Tribulation when God goes back to dealing with the Jews as His chosen people.

Well, shocker of all shockers, read this headline in an Israeli newspaper last week:

Asked about what Israelis should expect after a Gaza ceasefire, Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman said Tuesday: "I estimate that we will get a lasting calm. We spoke with our colleagues around the world and explained that we want lasting quiet - not for a week, not for two weeks. After a week of suffering, (we want) at least five or six years of quiet, stability and security."

Israel wants five or six years of peace? That's pretty close to seven years of peace!

The fact that they are even talking about a peace treaty with a length of time anywhere near seven years is astonishing--considering the prophecy was written over 2500 years ago!!!

Consider these other prophecies already fulfilled in my lifetime regarding Israel and the Jews:

 So keep your eyes on Israel--they're God's focus in the next dispensation and He's getting them ready!

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