Nine is considerable because it denotes judgment in the Holy Scriptures.    God is merciful towards humankind, but there comes a point in time when judgment must occur.  Enough is enough; if you are indulging in sin, repent without hesitation, or experience Gods judgment. 

Materialism is prevalent; the wealth in this world is unevenly distributed and the indigent suffers without cause.  As a result of this, the economic system is failing.

Are you ready for change!  God is going to do a new thing in 2009.