However, just as we take that Scripture literally, we need to take the prophetic Scripture literally as well.
The Bible tells us that there will be a seven-year period of time called the "Tribulation" during which there will be an Antichrist who will rule over the entire world and who will behead those who refuse to swear allegiance to him and who choose to follow Jesus Christ.
The fact of the increased attacks on Christianity in this country, the increased criminalization of Christianity, and the fact that the rights of Christians in this country are systematically being taken away, is evidence that this world is preparing itself for the Beast who will come and whose rule will include the killing of those who are called by Christ's name.
Giovanna, I think that perhaps some of the prophetic scripture is not taken rightfully divided in many end times interpretations ... your synopsis:
“...The Bible tells us that there will be a seven-year period of time called the “Tribulation” during which there will be an Antichrist who will rule over the entire world and who will behead those who refuse to swear allegiance to him and who choose to follow Jesus Christ...”
...pieces together concepts from different parts of the scriptures. Your interpretation may be true, but, IT’S NOT A SLAM DUNK.
I think there are other scenarios possible for America, and the Church in America, than what you have offered that the scriptures do not prohibit.