Times of Trial Quotes

“The volcano exploded. Rocks, ash, and lava were violently thrown out of the volcano, killing anyone within one hundred miles of the explosion, since the volcano was much larger than Mount Saint Helens had been when it first exploded. Clouds of ash drifted over the United States, southern Canada, and the northern part of Mexico, dumping hundreds of pounds of it over farmland and onto cities. Since the air was choked with ash, millions died as the ash was breathed in, farmland became sterile, and a massive cloud from the smoke of the volcano drifted over the northern hemisphere, from North America to Asia, and caused temperatures to drop since the ash obscured the sun.”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“the Yellowstone caldera had been rising several inches a year and earthquakes above 4.0 on the Richter scale happened frequently. Yellowstone National Parks’ trees and animals died in increasing numbers as poisonous gas, boiling water, and the heat increased throughout the park from the rising magma. While geologists knew the super volcano would explode eventually, probably thousands of years from now, they never once considered asking the United States government to close or cordon off parts of Yellowstone Park as a result of the imminent threat.”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“This will move our world into a brighter future. My next proposal is that we require all of our citizens to be labeled with tracking barcodes. We can keep track of what they do, where they go, and with whom they speak. We can keep track of when they buy and sell goods and services. There is only one choice, so cast your vote wisely.”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“Your countries have benefitted from my money and my advice. I also cut the head off the United States, disabled its military, and disposed of citizens who would most certainly object to a one-world government. My representative and I have demonstrated a capacity for leadership and ruthlessness that should make it obvious that one man should lead the world into a bright, new future. Even though my compatriot and I don’t really need the United Nations, I’m sure most of you would prefer to be part of this new world order, instead of being left out.”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“you can be forgiven of your sins. The rest of us will forgive you, since we’re not supposed to hold grudges. Do you want to be forgiven of your sins and ask Jesus to come into your life?” “Yes, very much so. I’ve felt guilty working here for so very long, and all the women here have been so gracious and kind, despite the situation you’ve found yourselves in. It made me wonder what sets Christians apart, and the more I thought about it, the more I wanted to find out what Christ does for all of you.”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“Shortly after Evans took over, he issued orders for the cessation of all supplies delivered to the camps. He also ordered that when the last of the food ran out, the staff and the commanders of each camp would turn off the generators pumping air into the underground camps, and leave. Once the commanders were on the surface, they would order the doors to be sealed so no one could escape if they managed to make it the surface. Evans didn’t want to waste precious ammunition or bio-chemicals that could go to potential battlefields in the near future. Letting the prisoners suffocate or die from hunger was the best idea. The video cameras installed throughout the camps would give Evans the pleasure of watching everyone die, and then he would begin the final phase of his plan.”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“Evans went off the air, he went to the location where Vice President Kincaide, the Cabinet, and the loyal staff were being sequestered. Their guards had them lined up against a wall as he walked into the room, and he smiled as he said, “I am so pleased with how all of this worked out. All of you were so gullible as to think that I was enthusiastic about Collins being President. I’ve enjoyed manipulating events and people like you. My predecessors and I have been slowly and methodically preparing for this downfall for over a century and it has finally come to fruition. “There were times, I have to admit, when I thought the American people finally came to their senses and able to see what was in front of them, but that was very short-lived. We were relentless about trashing their beliefs, called them bigots and racists, that they hated women, and wanted to control their lives. After a while, they gave up. So, we’re here today to bask in my triumph, while all of you are here to pay for your stupidity. This is truly a game changing moment. Any last thoughts?” “You won’t get away with this!” sputtered the Vice President. “Oh, but I already have. Anyone else want to sputter something useless?”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“Today, I grieve with the rest of America over the loss of President David Collins. He was a great man, someone who inspired us to do great things. Now, we must prove to him that Americans can do these great things. We will bring America forward, and if you join me, you too will be part of this great new chapter in American history. We have gotten our priorities wrong these past few years, and I will steer us onto the correct path. “Effective immediately, the United States military will be under the control of the United Nations. As we speak, security forces are rounding up officers who are a threat to the peace and security of this government. If you’re an enlisted person in the military, you’re welcome to re-enlist under the banner of the United Nations. Most administrative matters concerning the day-to-day operations of running the United States will fall to the administrative offices of the United Nations. My fellow Americans, we can become a great partner to the United Nations and join the world community as global citizens. We will go forward into the future.”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“Apparently, President Collins put it in his will that if he were to die in office, another would take his place, until elections could be held to replace him. The replacement is not Vice President Kincaide, but the world-renowned billionaire, maker of kings and presidents, Michael J. Evans. He will make some type of speech in the coming days. Stay tuned to this network for further updates.” Evans called Baldwin, “General, I want you to declare Staff Sergeant Delaney a security risk. I demand his discharge, and if he isn’t discharged, I want him arrested. Can you do that?” “Why?” “Why? Because he assassinated the President of the United States, that’s why. Will you do what I ask of you?” “You tricked me,” “Am I going to have to call security to pick you up?” “No, I’ll do it. I’ll get on it right away,”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“Well, gentlemen, what do you think?” “I think that doing what we’re about to do could either backfire big time or be the best thing that has happened to the United States in a long time. We won’t know until it happens. When you send Delaney into the Oval Office, I’ll order the Marine guards to arrest the members of the White House staff who are completely loyal to Collins, and I’ll send the Secret Service to round up the Cabinet and Vice President. After we do, we’ll have to hold a press conference to ask Congress to come back. I assume Evans is going to have the election re-done?” asked Shields. “Yes, Admiral. He assured me that he‘d contact the heads of the parties and ask them to recruit a candidate to run for office. We might have a rough transition back to our roots, but we’ll get there.”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“we’re here to rid the nation of Collins, who has usurped the Constitution, declared the election nullified, closed off the interstates, welcomed the United Nations’ so-called Peacekeepers onto our soil, has practically declared war on Israel, had President-elect Massey and his family killed, possibly even the Tyson family, and has started having his political opponents arrested for sedition. The list of his crimes is growing ever longer. So I and the Joint Chiefs ask of you, since you think he should be arrested or assassinated, what are some of the best ways to do it?” “Sir, I think the best way to do it, is to have someone get into the Oval Office and plug him in the head. We don’t want him publicly executed, because it would probably turn him into a martyr with his political base, and make it look like the military was staging a coup. If he is killed in the Oval Office, it could be covered-up by saying the President died of a stroke or something. Those around the nation that knows about it, will mourn him as President and then the nation will move on,”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“Uh, right. Who do you propose that I should send to assassinate the President?” “I suggest you send a staff sergeant by the name of James Delaney. You make it seem like you’re questioning everyone under your command about where their loyalties are when it concerns their oath and the Constitution. If he is the patriotic American that I think he is, he’ll take the bait,” “Why him? Why not a member of the Special Forces?” “I have my reasons, which is something you don’t need to know. Now, are you going to do this?” “All right, fine. I will recruit Staff Sergeant Delaney. I will ask the Joint Chiefs to get their people to arrest the rest of the administration. Is there anything else, Mr. Evans?” “No, not right now. All I require is that you inform me when Delaney will be set to do the deed,” “I will do that,”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“Come on, you idiot, take the bait! Baldwin realized he was being maneuvered into a corner, but he wasn’t sure how he would get himself out of it. “Collins is the biggest threat to the security of the United States. I suppose he and his administration should be eliminated,” Evans had to resist the urge to smile when Baldwin agreed with him. “I know you’re reluctant, this probably goes against your nature, but I have the perfect person to do it, and all you have to do is order him to do the deed. You can talk to the Joint Chiefs of Staff to ask them to arrest the rest of the Cabinet. Once that’s accomplished, we can ask the three political parties to run candidates for a new President of the United States. It’s really that simple,”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“Baldwin couldn’t shake his suspicions. “Mr. Evans, I know you supplied Collins with the money to run for President. I know you’ve helped to manipulate events in the Middle East. So, really, what’s in this for you?” “I know you know that. I’m asking you to do this because Collins has gone beyond what I ever wanted him to do. The power has completely gone to his head. I’m coming to you, because your command deals with security, and who is the biggest security threat to the United States as of this moment?” Evans then thought to himself,”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“something more subtle, like an assassination,” “That seems a little extreme,” “Look, this man usurped the Constitution, is letting anarchists get away with burning down the cities, has let the United Nations gain a foothold in the United States, and is even rounding up opposition and putting them in camps. To top that off, his two primary opponents in the general election were killed under mysterious circumstances. So you’re going to tell me that assassinating him would be extreme?”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“You may think that’s a reasonable argument, but there’s just too many of you who go against the grain. Your idea of personal responsibility, rugged individualism, limited government, the free-market system, and every bit of republican-based government is a cancer to our world. Everyone must conform and everyone must accept the new world order. The belief in some supernatural force that came to this world thousands of years ago to save us from our sins is an abhorrent idea, and I reject it. The whole idea of rights given to you by your Creator is the stupidest idea the world has ever heard. You people disgust me. Men, round these people up and ship them off to wherever Collins and Griffiths wanted them shipped off to. If I had my way, nobody would leave here alive.”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“We resist this government because it’s not following the laws of the land or the Constitution. People of faith, particularly Christians, have been targeted over the years for believing in limited government and for living our lives the way we want to live our lives without some bureaucrat or an un-Constitutional government agency telling us what to do. We just want to be left alone,”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“What a friend we have in Jesus, All our sins and grief’s to bear! What a privilege to carry Everything to God in prayer! Oh, what peace we often forfeit, Oh, what needless pain we bear, All because we do not carry Everything to God in prayer! Have we trials and temptations? Is there trouble anywhere? We should never be discouraged— Take it to the Lord in prayer. Can we find a friend so faithful, Who will all our sorrows share? Jesus knows our every weakness; Take it to the Lord in prayer. Are we weak and heavy-laden, Cumbered with a load of care? Precious Savior, still our refuge— Take it to the Lord in prayer. Do thy friends despise, forsake thee? Take it to the Lord in prayer! In His arms He’ll take and shield thee, Thou wilt find a solace there.”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“The United States government is sad to announce that Conservative candidate for President, Victor Tyson, along with his family, have died. The cause of death was an explosion from a gas leak on their property. Apparently, the Tyson family was having a cookout when a spark triggered the explosion. There were no survivors.”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“C-130 dropped the MOAB, the biggest conventional the United States has in its inventory. The MOAB hit the Tyson house, causing a massive explosion, bigger than the SWAT leader had really expected. The shockwave was big enough to rattle the SWAT team. They waited until the fire from the explosion died down before they went back onto the property to find out if anyone had survived.”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“We’ve got to turn around. Whoever’s out there, is trying to kill us with RPG’s,” “You have permission to turn this bucket of bolts around. I’ll have to call my superiors for an alternate plan.” the leader said, as the carrier was rocked by an explosion, but didn’t affect their retreat.”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“A couple of weeks later, Victor Tyson and his family were targeted by the government. They lived outside of Birmingham, Alabama, on five hundred acres, and people had to drive across ten acres just to get to the house. As the SWAT team tried to sneak onto the property at the same time of morning as when they took down the Massey’s, a floodlight suddenly turned on and an alarm began ringing. One of them started to shoot out the floodlight, when a voice came booming out of a loud speaker from somewhere. “This is Victor Tyson. Get off my land. If this is the government’s attempt at trying to arrest me, you’ll not succeed. Come any closer and you’ll see how heavily armed my property is,”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“the sailors and Marines who refused to do their duty when it came to blockading Israel have been convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment at Fort Leavenworth. Israel continues to be defiant, saying that they will win out in the end. The coalition of nations that are blockading Israel want the country to issue an apology, and they want them to pay for the damage done to all the countries affected by both nuclear weapons. There have been calls for Ayatollah Karimi to create an Arab nation from the Middle East, much like the old Ottoman Empire. We will keep you informed when there are further developments, so please stay tuned to this network for further updates.” A couple of weeks later, Victor”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“You will have to go to your assigned location now. You will not be with your family.” and she pointed towards the door leading deeper into the facility. “Why do this?” “Because we can,” “I love all of you. We’ll be back together soon,” Samuel said, as he walked towards the door, with tears in his eyes. “Love you too, Sweetheart,” answered Vickie, who was crying. “Love you, Dad.” answered the kids, who were also crying. As he walked through the door to the main facility, Samuel prayed, “Dear Heavenly Father, please protect my family. Please show President Collins the error of his ways, and please restore the United States to the great nation that it once was. I pray for all the people imprisoned, that they know you as their Lord and Savior. And if it’s near your return, please come quickly. Thy will be done. In your name, amen.”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“We need to untie them so they can walk into the facility on their own power.” The Massey’s were unbound and directed into the inner workings of the facility, and then they were told to go through a door. Still in shock, none of them protested. They were led to a registration desk, and the man in black who directed the Massey’s into the building said to the woman behind the desk, “Nancy, they’re all yours.” “Ah, Governor Massey and his family. Such distinguished guests that have come to our facilities. Governor, if you will fill out these forms, we can get started,” “What…. what is this place?” he asked. “You are at Camp 17,” she said, as if that was supposed to mean something to him. “Is this some sort of re-education or concentration camp?” “Yes,” “When did this place get built? I was Governor, how did I not know about it?” Nancy shrugged, “Beats me,” “So President Collins is putting all of his enemies here? He can’t do that!” “It looks to me like he can and did. Now fill out these forms so we can process you and your family. You don’t want me to call security, they can be rather nasty to people who don’t do what they’re told.”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“The Massey’s have been taken care of. Their car is also sitting at the bottom of a ravine in Black Mountain, so we can claim they’re dead,”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“After telling them that you were doing this to establish an Islamic Caliphate, they relented. Of course, my giving them nearly ten million dollars helped to change their minds. They informed me yesterday that they’d like you to set-up your new kingdom in Baghdad, after they repair the damage from the EMP. What do you plan on doing?” “Baghdad as my seat of power. Interesting. I was thinking of a location just south of there. Of course, it’ll cost a lot of money to build my city, but I’m sure it’ll be worth it,” It dawned on Evans where this was headed, “Let me guess, you want to rebuild Babylon?” “Why yes, how did you know?” Karimi asked. “Oh, just something I remember about prophecy and the End Times from my childhood. Nothing important. When would you like to leave for Iraq?”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“Karimi crossed his arms, and with a look of irritation, said, “I assume Israel detonated a nuclear weapon, causing an EMP that shorted out everything on the surface. Then, as usual, the United Nations says some empty words, and life goes on as normal,” “Unfortunately, they detonated two nukes. The one that fried all the electronics and another that wiped out Tehran,” “So I no longer have a capitol city. You know, that’s really too bad. Besides, I wasn’t planning on basing my empire from there anyway,” “You’re not upset?” Evans asked, not sure he believed Karimi. “Upset? Hardly. Anyway, what did the United Nations do this time? Sit on their hands?” “They put sanctions on Israel and a naval blockade, with the United States Navy providing most of the ships for the blockade. The Israeli’s have already had one ship sunk after trying to push the issue, but they haven’t tried that stunt again. By the way, I took care of the Iraqis wanting your head for destroying Mosul,”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“extreme? Iran fired the first shot. They were the ones who attempted to wipe out all of our cities with nuclear weapons. We shot off two, while they shot off ten. We decided to finish it. Where’s the outrage, the moral indignation, and the cry of justice for what Iran tried to do? Is this not equal? I condemn the actions of the United Nations and the United States. What gives them the right to determine who is guilty and who is not? If they want a war, we will give them a war, if they want peace, we will be peaceful. All I ask is that Israel be left alone to run its own affairs. Is that too much to ask?”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller

“Three days ago, Israel responded to the failed Iranian attempt at nuking Israeli cities by nuking Tehran, followed by frying all of the countries’ technology with an EMP about thirty miles above the country. Unfortunately, this also resulted in the neighbors of Iran being affected by this Israeli super weapon, so that parts of those countries are now in the dark. “The United Nations is in the process of sending people to check up on everyone affected by this thoughtless act -this crime against humanity by Israel. As of today, we in the United States, along with the United Nations Security Council, strongly condemn the actions of Israel and we are placing sanctions against Israel, along with a naval blockade. The world community will not tolerate the use of nuclear weapons and anyone who uses said weapons will have sanctions put upon them. While the United States has a long history of supporting Israel through economic and other means, we will no longer continue to do so. As of today, Israel is on its own.”
― Cliff Ball, Times of Trial: Christian End Times Thriller