Why does modern technology matter so much for Bible prophecy?
Modern technology matters because it brings end-time prophecy closer to fulfillment, especially the global control described in Revelation. Without computers, the Antichrist could not track every person on earth; with them, he could access anyone’s data instantly. The internet creates a world with no place to hide.
The speaker explains that we are not yet in the tribulation, but everything is bringing us closer and closer. He recalls a young banker involved in computer activity who said every new technology is bringing the prophecies that much closer, because the whole Book of Revelation is based on our tremendous technology. The Antichrist could never put his thumb on every human being on earth without the computer, but he will be able to if he wants to—he can bring up data on an individual in Timbuktu by pushing a button and know everything he wants. The internet also means there is no place to hide; anyone can be found, and someday finding us will be no problem.