Archaeology and the Book of Judges - During this period of 300 years, God periodically raised up judges to rescue and rule over Israel as Israelites struggled with indigenous peoples over control of the land.
A Place Called Megiddo, Part 2 - In last month's article on Megiddo, we raised the question, "How could today's political leaders be deceived by spiritual powers to move armed forces to Jerusalem to fight Christ at His second coming?" Is there something at the site of Megiddo that can lead to an answer?
A Place Called Megiddo, Part 2 - In last issue's article we raised the question of how today's political leaders could be deceived to fight Christ at His second coming. Could something at the site of Megiddo lead to an answer?
Reengineering Babel - Language is tricky business. Global corporations and the European Union have turned to translation technology to bring breakthroughs in the language barriers laid down at Babel.
Your Child's First Year: What Can You Expect? - So now you're a new parent. What adventures and surprises does the next year hold for you, your mate and your child? How can you build a foundation for future family success?
Daniel Forsees the Kingdom of God - Jesus Christ will replace the kingdoms of this world with the Kingdom His Father will give Him at His return -- the Kingdom of God. This is the good news of Daniel's prophecy and the same good news Jesus preached.
Daniel: God Is My Judge - Why would a beloved prophet of God want God to judge him? Doesn't the Bible show that God's judgment is reserved for evil people? Read God's view on this seeming paradox.
A Ruler's Actions Foretold More Than a Century Before They Happened - Through Isaiah and other prophets, God warned that, unless the nation repented of their idolatry and returned to Him, they would be invaded and forcibly carried away into exile. Perhaps most astonishing, though, is the fact that God foretold the very name of the monarch who would allow the Jews to return from exile and rebuild the temple -- well over a century before it happened!
A Modern Tale of Two Cities - The spotlight is currently on two world capitals. While both play key roles within today's political and religious mix, it is their future role that readers should carefully watch and understand.
Apocalyptic Prophecy - the End of Time? - Or is it the end of the beginning? The popular media portrays apocalyptic prophecy in an overtly negative light. Is this the whole story of God's wonderful plan for restoring peace to the earth?
A False Religious System - Symbolically, God calls this harlot city—with her intimate but corrupt entanglements in international affairs—Babylon the Great. Her cultural and religious roots go back to ancient Babylon.
Four Little Words With Big Meaning - God is a God of judgment, and He weighs and measures nations and people alike—past, present and future.
The Two Women of Revelation - The events described in the second half of the book of Revelation are directly related to the past and future of two symbolic women who are diametrical opposites.
Pre-Christian Belief of an Afterlife in Heaven - Contrary to what many think, God does not promise us we will go to heaven when we die. Instead, Jesus says those who overcome will reign with Him in the coming Kingdom of God to be established on earth at His return (Revelation 3:21; 5:10; 11:15).
Were All the People of the Northern Kingdom Deported? - Many scholars have challenged the Bible's claim that the entire population of the northern kingdom went into Assyrian captivity. Some think most of the Israelites fled south and assimilated into the population of the kingdom of Judah. What really happened? Let's examine the record.
The Limitations of Technology - A world of science and technology without a core reliance on God creates a bleak existence. As people become dependent on scientific and technical achievements to the exclusion of the true spiritual values, we are in danger of creating a world without God.
The Destruction of Satan's Kingdom - When will God put an end to wickedness? When will He eliminate Satan's influence? When will man's inhumanity to his fellowman cease?
The History of the Immortal-Soul Teaching - Secular history reveals that the concept of the immortality of the soul is an ancient belief embraced by many pagan religions. But it is not a biblical or apostolic teaching.
Time and Chance - Many good and bad things occur to people regardless of whether they are good or evil. The Bible refers to the working of "time and chance".
When Is Enough...Enough? - Continuing to ignore the fundamental laws of God creates a state of unrighteousness for which God will demand an accounting. God is a God of judgment. At some point He will say, "Enough is enough!"
What Lies Ahead for U.S. Leasership? - End-time events can take place without warning. We are told to watch and to love the truth. If we do, we'll have the context to understand events of the coming years.
Israel's Amazing Story: Fulfillment of Bible Prophecy - As American writer Saul Bellow asked, "What is it that led the Jews to place themselves, after the greatest disaster in their history [the Holocaust], in a danger zone?" The surprising truth is that Jewish rule over Jerusalem is an essential element of end-time biblical prophecy!
Searching for the Peace of Jerusalem - The prayer for the peace of Jerusalem and Israel will only be answered by the arrival of God's Kingdom on earth.
Lessons From Yugoslavia - Europe is a patchwork quilt of ethnic groups, many demanding their own independence. The European makes their independence possible.
The Balkans: A Violent Century - The battle for the Balkans. Where is it leading? Why are the Balkans such a trouble spot? What's behind the current conflict?
The Wheat Doesn't Know Hate - Peace, like war, must be waged with vision, imagination, self-sacrifice and a big dash of hope!
Balkan Vortex of Violence Threatens Kosovo - Some 10 years ago Serbian troops invaded the mostly Muslim province of Kosovo. After U.S. air strikes and NATO intervention, the United Nations began administering the province. But the UN mandate recently expired and Kosovo threatens to declare full independence from Serbia. The behavior of Balkan countries continues to perplex the Western world. Will many more innocent lives be lost in their seemingly futile quest for a stable and peaceful existence? What is the only lasting solution?
Baptism: Why Do We Need It? - Baptism is a symbolic burial ceremony -- commanded by Jesus Himself -- through which we accept His death as a sacrifice for our sins.
Other Baptisms - Baptism with fire and baptism with the Holy Spirit are other baptisms mentioned in the Bible.
When Should We Be Baptized? - Since baptism is one of most important actions we can ever take in this life, we should be sure to counsel with a minister who is truly "sent" by God.
What the Bible Says About Baptism - Baptism is one of the most important beliefs of Christianity, but why? What is this ceremony all about? Is baptism merely an archaic symbol, or does it hold a deep meaning for the modern Christian? Does it matter which method of baptism is used: sprinkling, pouring, immersion or some other technique? When should one be baptized?
What Are You Waiting For? - I saw that after all these years of developing, learning and being guided, it was time to take a step out on my own and claim my beliefs. There was no reason to wait around any longer
What Are You Waiting for? - We don't all have the same experiences leading to baptism, but the Bible identifies some necessary steps in the process of conversion.
Baptism: A Greater Adventure Than Skydiving - It takes faith to leap out of an airplane with only a parachute on your back. The same process used to prepare for one's first jump can be used to prepare for baptism.
When Should You Be Baptized? - Many young people accept that being baptized is in their future, but what is the best time? How do you know you are ready? What is the role of the ministry?
Baptism: Beginning of a New Life - Previous articles in this series have covered the vital spiritual tools of prayer, Bible study, meditation, fasting and repentance. But to receive the greatest gifts of God, there is another step you must take—the commitment of water baptism.
Water Baptism - We believe in the ordinance of water baptism by immersion after repentence. Through the laying on of hands with prayer, the believer receives the Holy Spirit and becomes a part of the Spiritual body of Christ.
How Can We Resist Satan? - We must actively seek to eliminate Satan's way of thinking and behaving from our lives.
What About Matthew 28:19? - At baptism, repentant sinners enter into a personal family relationship with God the Father and the Son through the Holy Spirit, thereby receiving the name of God.
We Must Count the Cost - God offers us a future so glorious that the challenges and trials we face in pursuit of it are miniscule in comparison (Romans 8:18).
Baptized Into a Spiritual Body - One is not baptized into any sect or denomination. Rather, one becomes a member of the spiritual Body of Christ.
Why Be Baptized? - Water baptism is one of Christianity's most ancient practices. Far from being useless and archaic, it holds deep symbolic meaning.
Transforming Your Life - Table of Contents - If you believe God exists and the Bible is His Word, are you shaping your own life according to that knowledge? Have you asked yourself: Where is my life going? Am I a part of the solution to this world's problems? Or am I a part of the problems?
The Church - We believe that the Church is that body of believers who have received, and are being led by, the Holy Spirit. The true Church of God is a spiritual organism.
When Should We Be Baptized? - Since baptism is one of most important actions we can ever take in this life, we should be sure to counsel with a minister who is truly "sent" by God.
When Should You Be Baptized? - Many young people accept that being baptized is in their future, but what is the best time? How do you know you are ready? What is the role of the ministry?
When Should We Be Baptized? - Since baptism is one of most important actions we can ever take in this life, we should be sure to counsel with a minister who is truly "sent" by God.
When Should We Be Baptized? - Since baptism is one of most important actions we can ever take in this life, we should be sure to counsel with a minister who is truly "sent" by God.
Baptism: Why Do We Need It? - Baptism is a symbolic burial ceremony -- commanded by Jesus Himself -- through which we accept His death as a sacrifice for our sins.
Other Baptisms - Baptism with fire and baptism with the Holy Spirit are other baptisms mentioned in the Bible.
Indonesia's Bashir a Lightning Rod - Indonesia is the scene of some of the world's greatest tragedies of modern times. Much more than a region in need of aid, it is rich in history, the largest Muslim nation in the world—and a democracy. The recent release of militant Muslim cleric Abu Bakar Bashir reopened old wounds and may indicate a future direction away from the West.
World Heading Into the Perfect Storm - World conditions are developing like "the perfect storm," warned former U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright in a recent speech. Placing her comments alongside biblical revelation provides us with unique insight into what is about to happen in the world -- and what to do about it.
Editorial: Vive la Différence! - Vive la Différence! The French have a reputation for appreciating the differences between males and females, and their expression Vive la différence is used to celebrate that difference. Even though some supposed experts told us a few years ago that, other than anatomically, there really isn't any significant difference between the sexes, most of us figured out pretty quickly that guys and girls just aren't wired the same. Yes. There is a difference.
Truth as a Way of Life - How important is truth? To fully appreciate the Ninth Commandment, with its prohibition of lying, we must realize how important truth is to God.
Christ's Command to Us: Bear Good Fruit and Much Fruit - Jesus Christ taught important spiritual lessons regarding the "fruit" of our lives. What are those lessons, and how well are we applying them? Our eternal life depends on this understanding!
What Do I Need Right Now? - As young people mature, many wonder about their relationship with God and attending church services. How can a youth know what to do?
The Perfect Prophetic Storm - The Bible prophecies a time when two earthshaking events will combine to overwhelm humanity. What are these two events, these prophectic storms?
Who Will Be the Next Superpower? - The rise and fall of empires isn't a dry subject only for acedemics and historians-epsecially when the nexy collapsing empire maybe today's Superpower, the United States.
A Different World - This is a time to stay tuned and watch current event ever more closely. We have entered a different world. Peace and security will never be quite the same.
Who Will Lead the New Europe? - Few qualities in human affairs are more important than competent, capable leadership. With the May 1 addition of 10 nations joining the European Union, which nation or nations will exercise the most control, for good or bad? Who will govern Europe at the close of this age of man?
Where Are We Now in Prophecy? - Are today's headlines foretold in the pages of your Bible? Is there a message of hope beyond the gloom and doom news cycle of today's world? Jesus Christ was a prophet; He forecast the overall sequence of events of the world from His time on into the future. His futuristic message was current then and it's current today.
Out of Sight -- Out of Mind! - What is the European Union (EU)? This is not such a strange question when you realize that many, if not most, Americans are largely unaware of vitally important EU activities such as the signing of the new Treaty of Rome. Yet Bible prophecy shows that future events in Europe will shock America and the world -- perhaps in the not-too-distant future.
The Role of Satan in the End Time - The Bible speaks of a supernatural being performing supernatural feats just before Jesus Christ comes to this earth a second time. Do you know what the Scriptures say this deceiver will do? How will his actions affect teens?
Where Is the Europe-U.S. Divide Leading? - Much of Europe has long chafed at the United States' global preeminence. In recent decades Europe has dreamed of a European superpower to challenge U.S. dominance—now coming to fruition in the European Union. Three recent books help explain European thinking and resentment toward the United States, and Bible prophecy shows where it will ultimately lead.
Will EU Constitution Rejections Halt the Drive for European Unity? - The citizens of both France and the Netherlands soundly rebuffed the new European constitution through recent national referendums. So where are EU politics going from here? Does Bible prophecy have any say in the matter?
Berlin - Europe's Future Political Capital? - British correspondent Gerhard Marx visited the German capital in mid-June. Here is his timely historical and prophetic analysis.
The World's Number One Exporting Nation - The United States owes its historical dominance to being the world's biggest exporting nation. It no longer holds that position. The country that does is set to play a more dominant role in world affairs.
The European Constitution Sneaks in by the Back Door - "So you thought the EU constitution was dead? Dream on. In fact, the past few months have seen a dramatic diminishing of British sovereignty as Brussels...grabs more power," said veteran Daily Mail columnist Christopher Booker recently. So is the European Union really acting in Britain’s and the world’s best interests?
Is the EU an Attempt to Revive the Holy Roman Empire? - Exactly two centuries after the fall of the Holy Roman Empire—the First Reich of the German Nation—the European Union seems set to revive this ancient institution.
What is Europe? - Europe is beset by growing angst about its identity and place in the world.
Never on Sunday? - Germany wrestles with its "store closing law."
Great Britain off the Map of Europe? - Bureaucrats in Brussels have big plans for Great Britain. If carried out, these particular plans will seriously undermine British national identity and sovereignty—and further submerge the nation into the European Union. What are the potential implications of the revelation of this latest challenge to British sovereignty?
50 Years After the Treaty of Rome: From the Battlefield to the Conference Table - After a long and bloody history, Europe has made amazing strides in the last 50 years. But now the European Union is at a crossroads. Where will it go from here, and what do Europe's choices portend for the future of the rest of the world?
From Berlin to Brussels - Some Germans are questioning whether their government is still a parliamentary democracy. Their underlying concerns apply throughout the evolving EU, as national sovereignty is subtly transferred to a central authority.
La Belle et la Bête - Beauty and the Beast. Did you realize that the Bible has a lot to say about One who is truly beautiful versus another who is a "beast"?
Sarkozy, Europe and Religion - The term European Christianity is not contradictory. Religion is alive in Europe and continues to play a unique role. In the future it could play an even larger role beyond its borders.
Who Will Be the Next Superpower? - Bible prophecy shows the United States will not be the world's preeminent power indefinitely. A new superpower is rising to challenge the United States and the other English-speaking nations.
Will the Wicked's Torment Last Forever? - The wicked will not be tormented forever, but will go up "into smoke" and perish: "But the wicked shall perish; and the enemies of the LORD, like the splendor of the meadows, shall vanish. Into smoke they shall vanish away" (Psalm 37:20).
One Moment in Time - Bible prophecy foretells a time when two great world events will converge to overwhelm all of man's efforts to resolve them.
The Destruction of Satan's Kingdom - When will God put an end to wickedness? When will He eliminate Satan's influence? When will man's inhumanity to his fellowman cease?
One Moment in Time - Bible prophecy foretells a time when two great world events will converge to overwhelm all of man's efforts to resolve them.
The Mark and Number of the Beast - The Bible does not explicitly define the specific methods that the beast will use to identify those free to participate in commerce at the time of the end. Revelation, however, does explain which parts of their bodies-their hands and heads-will be used in identifying them.
The End of 'This present Evil Age' - Describes the very last days of this present-day world, before Christ descends and puts an end to this present society.
The Mark and Number of the Beast - The Bible does not explicitly define the specific methods that the beast will use to identify those free to participate in commerce at the time of the end. Revelation, however, does explain which parts of their bodies-their hands and heads-will be used in identifying them.
The Seven Beatitudes of Revelation - The seven beatitudes of Revelation, make it abundantly clear that God wants to give us His "penny," not for our thoughts, but for our actions. And if we have to wait a while, it's worth it -- because after all, there's a blessing. Seven of them!
Creating Quality Time - To increase the opportunities for quality communication — the kind where a parent and child can truly share heartfelt emotions and concerns in a trusting relationship — consider the ideas in this article.
Do Not Despise 'Little Ones' - Jesus Christ tells us to carefully consider our attitudes toward those who aren't as well off. A lot is riding on it -- for them as well as for us.
The Beginning of the Universe - Has the universe always existed, or at some definite point in time, did it have a beginning?
Earth's Age: Does Genesis 1 Indicate a Time Interval? - On the basis of the evidence,there is far more reason to translate Gen. 1:2 as 'But the earth had become a ruin and a desolation, etc.' than there is for any of the conventional translations in our modern versions"
How Mass Media Sells Sex - The idea of sexual freedom is kept alive and well by what Dr. Meg Meeker considers a major cause of the current epidemic of teen sex -- mass media and the sexually charged world our kids see.
Addictions and Interventions - This issue of the Good News focuses in large part on helping those battling various addictions.
Why We Must Change Our Way of Thinking - A change in the way we think is the most important aspect of real repentance. After we receive the Holy Spirit, we are better able to sustain right behavior as the fruit of our new way of thinking.
What Should You Do Now? - If you believe God exists and the Bible is His Word, are you shaping your own life according to that knowledge? Have you asked yourself: Where is my life going? Am I a part of the solution to this world's problems? Or am I a part of the problems?
Finding the Path to a Happy Family - God didn't create the family relationship and then leave us to stumble blindly trying to find the best way to make it work. The keys for family happiness and success are revealed in the Scriptures.
The Intelligent Design Revolution - A new movement is starting to shake a scientific establishment built on the assumptions of Darwinian evolution. What is intelligent design, and why is it gaining so much ground?
Scientists' Thundering Silence - The more deeply scientists delve into the mysteries of the universe, the more their discoveries support the existence of God. But all too often they are remarkably silent about this aspect of their findings.
An Addict's Story: What's at the Root of Addictions? - What are the factors that can lead a person into addiction? Understanding those factors and how they reinforce each other is a first step to breaking free of many addictions.
Benjamin Disraeli: Maestro of Empire - In a remarkable coincidence one of the chief architects of the British Empire, Benjamin Disraeli, literally bears the name of Israel. Or is it coincidence? Given what we know about the promises to Jacob's end-time descendants and the timing of the issuance of the physical, materia and national promises to Abraham, the name Disraeli reads more like a providential signpost.
Letters From Our Readers - Sep/Oct 2002 - Here are some letters from readers of the Good News magazine regarding subjects like marriage, divorce, our destiny, diversity, and political correctness.
When the Bible Seems to Disagree with Science - We find that true scientific knowledge does not disagree with the Bible. Nor does the Bible contradict proven scientific discoveries.
What Is Berlin's Destiny? - What will the map of Europe look like in the coming years? What city appears destined to shape the future of Europe?
World News and Trends - Jul/Aug 2003 - With so much happening so quickly in today's world, how can you keep up? The Good News staff reviews dozens of news sources every day to bring you what's truly important.
Berlin - Europe's Future Political Capital? - British correspondent Gerhard Marx visited the German capital in mid-June. Here is his timely historical and prophetic analysis.
The European Union: Blessing or Modern Tower of Babel? - A union of 27 nations with nearly half a billion people should not be carelessly underestimated. Yet the lofty ideals of the EU founding fathers and those of Europe’s current leaders should sometimes be taken with a grain of salt.
Ten Years After the Wall Came Tumbling Down - How is Germany faring a decade after the Berlin Wall? Is the eastern half better off? Is the western half pleased with the results of the added costs of unification? What will fully solidify this country?
Building Walls or Building Bridges? - Three wise men in their time oversaw the demolition of a wall that lay in their path. Their wisdom echoes the millennial refrain, "This is the way, walk you in it."
The Element of Surprise - Included in the many end-time prophecies is an often-overlooked element that stands as a powerful warning in addition to the events to take place. Why is it people will be absolutely stunned by the suddenness of prophecies being fulfilled, and what can we learn from this lesson?
The Element of Surprise - An often-overlooked element stands as a powerful warning in connection with the coming of major prophetic events. People will be absolutely stunned by the suddenness of prophecies being fulfilled! What lesson can we learn from the element of surprise?
The Bible and Archaeology - Scholars have queued up to ridicule the biblical accounts as mere myth. A tug of war continues between scoffers and believers in the inspiration and accuracy of the Bible.
Can You Believe Bible Prophecy? - If you aren't sure whether the Bible should be trusted as the inspired Word of God, you belong to a significant majority.
400 Years After Jamestown: Where Did the Bible Go? - In recent decades the British and American peoples have increasingly turned away from the Bible. Few can even remember when the Word of God was revered in our nations, but only a century ago it was considered the source of the "ennobling ideals" that united both nations.
Seven Keys to Understanding the Scriptures - Here are some of the keys to a better understanding of God's Word. Because traditional churches have lost so many of these seven keys, it is no wonder they have fragmented into so many denominations, each holding a different view of what the Bible says, all the while failing to understand much of its true message.
Can You Believe the Bible? - When we objectively examine the evidence for the Bible's accuracy and veracity, the only conclusion we can reach is that the Bible is true.
Creation or Evolution: Did God Create Man? - A series on creation and evolution. Did God form the heavens and earth, or is the world and everything in itthe result of mindless, random evolutionary forces?
Britain's Need to Return to the Bible - The availability of the Holy Scriptures is at an all-time high, but the anomaly is that the demand for biblical knowledge remains at a new low.
Parts of the Bible Rejected by Roman Catholic Church in Britain - Generally speaking, the Roman Catholics have taught throughout most of their history that church tradition shares authority with the Scriptures. However, the latest teaching document in Britain virtually denies that the entire Bible is the inspired Word of God.
Natural Disasters: A Biblical Perspective - Points we should keep in mind concerning the biblical perspective on tragedies, regardless of their scale or circumstances.
Two Elizabeths -- A Study in Contrasts - How times have changed! Queen Elizabeth I reigned over one of Britain’s greatest periods of growth and increasing power. The reign of Queen Elizabeth II has seen the disintegration of the British Empire and the considerable decline of Britain as a military power. Why?
Darwinism in the Classroom - When you believe God created the heavens and earth, what strategies can you use when confronted with Charles Darwin's theory of evolution?
The Growing Menace of Gambling - Compulsive gambling can and does destroy lives just like drug addiction and alcoholism. It is just one more sign of the moral decline currently gripping our Anglo-Saxon nations.
God's Instruction Manual for Marriage - When it comes to putting together a marriage, many couples have used the same approach. They do it without bothering to read the instructions. Sadly, the result is that many marriages aren't working.
There's Music in the Bible - Surprising to some, Scripture includes many references to singing and musical instruments being played in worshipping God and in everyday life.
God's Guide to Sex - Everyone knows about the similarities between animal and human sexuality, but what about the differences? And what are the implications of those differences?
The Foundation of True Values - From beginning to end the Bible is a book of spiritual instruction. Its main focus is on God's spiritual law, embodied in the Ten Commandments. They are a reflection of God's mind and character.
One Nation - Under God? - The Pledge of Allegiance, long recited by U.S. school children, acknowledges the United States as "one nation under God." But does God have a place in America today?
A Nation Losing Its Way - A look at America's replacement of Britain as global protector and how a nation's turning its back on God threatens its existence.
The Bible in British and American History - Is it possible that the Bible so influenced the people of Britain and the United States because this book is their history book? Significantly, it tells not only the story of their distant ancestors but also their future.
Can You Believe the Bible? - Both God and the Bible have long been under attack. What are some of the motives of critics? And, far more important, what does the evidence dug from the dust of the Middle East reveal?
Introduction - Today a vital ingredient is sorely missing in our modern lives. We simply are not coping with all the stresses of the age. Our human mechanism -- brain and body -- is breaking down under the strain. The spread of godless secularism has taken a heavy toll on society.
The Bible in the Modern World - Tells us that the Bible alone imbues us with spiritual knowledge, and is an outline of instructions for living a Godly life.
Parts of the Bible Rejected by Roman Catholic Church in Britain - Generally speaking, the Roman Catholics have taught throughout most of their history that church tradition shares authority with the Scriptures. However, the latest teaching document in Britain virtually denies that the entire Bible is the inspired Word of God.
Preparing for a Famine of the Word of God - Today the Bible — God’s written Word — is so widely available, it’s hard to understand how rare it was in the past, or how scarce God’s Word might be in the future. What should we do to prepare for what God calls a coming "famine of the Word"?
Has the Bible Been Preserved Accurately? - Some Bible critics argue that we should disregard the Bible because it's impossible that our modern versions could match the original texts. But how does this argument stand up to scrutiny?
Passing on Our Faith to Our Children - Teaching our children about God and leading them into a relationship with God can be intimidating. Nonetheless, all parents have a responsibility to teach their children about God and His Word.
How Can We Pass Our Faith on to Our Children - In a previous article we covered the basic reasons why we should teach our children about God. Now we’ll look at the actual mechanics as well as a good general approach to instructing our children.
Can You Believe the Bible? - Both God and the Bible have long been under attack. What are some of the motives of critics? And, far more important, what does the evidence dug from the dust of the Middle East reveal?
The Bible Was Right After All - Bible critics and skeptics abound, but there are inspiring cases of some who have changed their minds. What kind of evidence brought about their surprising turnarounds?
Financial Security and Peace of Mind - God promises material blessings to those who obey Him and acknowledge Him with their wealth (Proverbs 3:1, 9-10). Through the prophet Malachi God warned that withholding His tithe amounts to robbing Him, but He will bless those who tithe (Malachi 3:7-12).
Introduction - We are drowning in information, but starved for knowledge.
Knowledge and Understanding - Or Meaningless Information - The inspired Word of God stands as the solid source of all right knowledge. The Bible provides the proper framework of the essential knowledge through which all other useful information is properly understood.
Summary Remarks - The Bible is the foundation of knowledge. It shows the root cause of every problem that has plagued the human family. God's Word reveals the true values by which we must live.
The Bible in the Modern World - Tells us that the Bible alone imbues us with spiritual knowledge, and is an outline of instructions for living a Godly life.
Proofs of the Bible - God doesn't want blind faith. He wants you to have faith based on solid evidence. You can prove the divine origin, authenticity and accuracy of the Bible.
The Humor of Jesus Christ - Is religion only serious business? Should there be no joy or laughter in church services? Do religious people take themselves too seriously? We begin here a new series of articles on this interesting subject.
The Humor of Jesus Christ - "I would read the Bible more," a young woman recently told me, "if it were just more interesting ... maybe, more humorous." How about you? Most people don't realize that Jesus, the great Teacher and Messiah, was often quite funny, even pointedly so.
Misinformation and Disinformation About God and the Bible - Our time is marked by a massive ignorance about what the Bible actually says. We see that some writers and speakers can say almost anything about the Holy Scriptures and convince some people to believe them.
Is the Bible Relevant and Reliable? - A lot of people claim to be Christians, but many aren’t really sure how accurate or how meaningful the Bible is for their lives today. Few read it or know much about it, and fewer still discover the wisdom and practical help found in its ancient passages. Where can you start?
Parts of the Bible Rejected by Roman Catholic Church in Britain - Generally speaking, the Roman Catholics have taught throughout most of their history that church tradition shares authority with the Scriptures. However, the latest teaching document in Britain virtually denies that the entire Bible is the inspired Word of God.
Proofs of the Bible - God doesn't want blind faith. He wants you to have faith based on solid evidence. You can prove the divine origin, authenticity and accuracy of the Bible.
Preparing for a Famine of the Word of God - Today the Bible — God’s written Word — is so widely available, it’s hard to understand how rare it was in the past, or how scarce God’s Word might be in the future. What should we do to prepare for what God calls a coming "famine of the Word"?
Events That Happened Just as God Foretold - Dozens of biblical prophecies have already been fulfilled, helping to confirm the validity of the Bible and of its prophecies for the future. Here are a few of the fulfilled prophecies and resources that describe them.
Can We Know the Future? - Much of the Bible is prophecy, and its predictions are so sure that we could call Bible prophecy "history written in advance." In this lesson we will read the headlines of tomorrow.
Israel at 50: A Saga of War and Peace - Much of Israel's 50-year history is a chronicle of wars and other conflicts with her Arab neighbors. What does the future hold for this nation?
Fullfilled Prophecies of Jesus Christ - What could be more amazing than to read precise predictions of the events of a person's life hundreds of years before his birth? Surely that would be a mark of divine knowledge and involvement, wouldn't it?
The Feast of Hanukkah: Testimony to Bible Prophecy - The Jewish community worldwide lights candles in celebration of the Hanukkah festival. The dramatic story behind this festival not only shows us God's faithfulness, but also the certain reliability of prophecy!
Where Are We Now in Prophecy? - Are today's headlines foretold in the pages of your Bible? Is there a message of hope beyond the gloom and doom news cycle of today's world? Jesus Christ was a prophet; He forecast the overall sequence of events of the world from His time on into the future. His futuristic message was current then and it's current today.
Why Prophecy? - Some people spend lots of time digging into Bible prophecy, at times becoming unbalanced. Others say the biblical images of beasts, horsemen and great empires rising and falling has little or nothing to do with the practical side of life, so it's not important. What is the real purpose of prophecy?
Considering the Future... - In this issue of Youth United, we examine biblical foundations that provide understanding and encouragement for times like this.
Why Understand Prophecy? - Does trying to understand the predictions of the Bible make any sense for teens? The simple answer to this important question is, "Yes." Read this article to learn why.
wnponline.org Filling the Gap - World News and Prophecy has a mission to help you understand the meaning of world events in the light of Christ's statement answer to: "What will be the sign of Your coming, and of the end of the age?"
Seeing Into 2007 With Fresh Eyes - One of the favorite things of those who write on world affairs is to try to predict what will happen in the coming months among all the hot spots in the world. What is needed most of all in looking ahead to 2007 is a set of fresh eyes. Never forget the Biblical perspective.
Good News About Bible Prophecy - But with this issue we invite you to upgrade your view of Bible prophecy to that of good news!
We Can Trust the Bible - Many today question the accuracy of the Bible, but consider a few facts and quotes about this amazing book.
Key Events in History: Were They Linked to Bible Prophecy? - Have key events of history had a connection to Bible prophecy? A brief look at three transforming events reveals God's guiding hand at work to bring to pass what He had foretold.
'Watch Therefore, and Pray Always' - These words of Jesus Christ underscore the importance of a right understanding of Bible prophecy and show the need for action on our part-beginning with personal repentance.
The Bible and Prophecy - This article explores the reasons to believe the prophecies of the Bible are factual and completely true.
Seven Keys to Understanding the Scriptures - Here are some of the keys to a better understanding of God's Word. Because traditional churches have lost so many of these seven keys, it is no wonder they have fragmented into so many denominations, each holding a different view of what the Bible says, all the while failing to understand much of its true message.
One Moment in Time - Bible prophecy foretells a time when two great world events will converge to overwhelm all of man's efforts to resolve them.
The Fall of Satan's Kingdom - Satan will not always dominate planet earth. Bible prophecy reveals that an astounding series of events will shake our world as never before and usher in a new age-a 1,000-year era under the rule of the Kingdom of God (Matthew 6:10; Luke 21:31)
Duality in Bible Prophecy - We must carefully examine the context of prophecies to understand their meaning and discern whether the prophecy seems incomplete after its first fulfillment. It is equally important to avoid reading duality into passages that do not support such interpretation.
What Is the Time of the End? - Ungodly attitudes will prevent the vast majority of humanity from believing God and the biblical warning signs until all havoc breaks loose. Like the people in Noah's time who laughed and mocked his building an ark, the end of this age will come when the overwhelming majority are unprepared.
What Should You Do Now? - If you believe God exists and the Bible is His Word, are you shaping your own life according to that knowledge? Have you asked yourself: Where is my life going? Am I a part of the solution to this world's problems? Or am I a part of the problems?
Duality in Bible Prophecy - We must carefully examine the context of prophecies to understand their meaning and discern whether the prophecy seems incomplete after its first fulfillment. It is equally important to avoid reading duality into passages that do not support such interpretation.
Dual Fulfillment in Bible Prophecy - God inspired many prophecies with dual meanings. They applied as warnings to the Israelites at that time and as warnings to the modern descendants of those same people.
The Latter, or Major, Prophets - Isaiah, Jeremiah and Ezekiel are known as the major prophets and wrote the books that bear their names. Each man told of his own fascinating contribution to the Bible.
Read the Book - Advertising executive and writer Bruce Barton called it 'The Book Nobody Knows'. No other book is more important to you and your future.
The Rewards of Reading Together - When family members read aloud together, lots of good things happen-including learning, laughter and love.
Do You Know Your Dad? - A physical father is a type of our spiritual Father. How can we come to understand our spiritual Father better?
Is the Book Worth Reading? - What do you read and why? Is it fiction or nonfiction? Does it really matter?
Learn, Live and Love the Bible - God’s Word discusses several tools we can use to grow spiritually and build our relationship with our Creator. In this second article in a series on tools for spiritual growth, we examine the foundational tool of Bible reading and study.
Is the Bible Relevant and Reliable? - A lot of people claim to be Christians, but many aren’t really sure how accurate or how meaningful the Bible is for their lives today. Few read it or know much about it, and fewer still discover the wisdom and practical help found in its ancient passages. Where can you start?
Points to Ponder - Bible study 'points to ponder' about the calling from God.
A Reminder - A reminder to look up the scriptures when studying this Bible course.
What Is the Gospel? - What is the gospel? Is it the gospel of God? The gospel of Jesus Christ? The gospel about Christ? The gospel of the Kingdom of God? Or some other gospel? Is there more than one gospel? What gospel did Jesus preach? What did He instruct His disciples to teach? What about Paul? Did he teach the same gospel Jesus Christ taught? Or was it different from the gospel God sent through Christ?
What Does Jesus Want From You? - If you believe Jesus truly was the Son of God, do you know what He wants you to do? And what He wants to do for you?
What Do I Need Right Now? - As young people mature, many wonder about their relationship with God and attending church services. How can a youth know what to do?
In the Eye of the Storm - Florida experienced four hurricanes last year that wrought much destruction throughout the state. Here is a firsthand account by someone who weathered Hurricane Frances.
How Can We Pass Our Faith on to Our Children - In a previous article we covered the basic reasons why we should teach our children about God. Now we’ll look at the actual mechanics as well as a good general approach to instructing our children.
Teach Your Children With Family Bible Study - The most important responsibility of parents is to pass along their spiritual faith and understanding to their children. Here are tips for how to teach God’s words and ways to your children.
What Are You Doing With Your Time? - Rich or poor, old or young, male or female, we all have the same amount of one thing—time. How we use it will largely determine how far we’ll go in life and in our relationship with our Creator.
Turning Your Own Life Around: Where to Start - In the face of spiraling national problems, what can you personally do to protect yourself from the present morally adverse atmosphere?
Building Habits of Prayer and Bible Study - Good communication between God and us is a vital aspect of the godly way of life. God speaks to us through His Word, the Holy Scriptures. We talk to Him through prayer.
Why Bible Study Is Necessary for Spiritual Growth - Paul scolded the Corinthian Christians for their unspiritual attitudes and conduct (1 Corinthians 3:1-4). He explained that their problems were caused partly by some of them having too little knowledge of God's ways.
Computer Bible Helps - The Bible and many helps are available on the Internet and in software packages.
A Reminder - Reminder to Bible students: look up the scriptures.
Marking Your Bible - To familiarize yourself with key verses, it is a good idea to mark your Bible to help you relocate particular passages.
Learning to Appreciate the Bible - This unique Bible study course is designed to address some of the most fundamental questions about our almost never-ending quest for God. It also seeks to explore the inevitable implications for our personal behavior.
How to Begin Your Study - A few helpful points that will help you get the most out of this Bible study course.
Is the Bible Study Course for Young People? - Many people don't realize that the United Church of God's free Bible Study Course was designed with young people in mind. Here is the story behind its development.
Marking Your Bible - To familiarize yourself with key verses, it is a good idea to mark your Bible to help you relocate particular passages.
Is the New Testament a Fraud? - The Da Vinci Code and similar works have portrayed the formation of the New Testament as "history's greatest cover-up." Is it part of a conspiracy to deceive humanity, or is it the divinely inspired, true and accurate picture of what Jesus and His apostles said and did in the first century?
A Good News Interview with Bryant Wood, Ph.D. - There are many archaeological and historical proofs of the Bible, but they are very difficult to publish in academic journals, because of the anti-Bible bias they hold to.
The Battle Over the Bible - A cultural clash is ripping at the fabric of Western societies. It's most pronounced in the United States, where history is being rewritten and culture reshaped in a battle over the Bible.
Can You Prove the Bible Is True? - Belief in the Bible as the inspired and accurate Word of God is plunging. Here are some simple proofs you can use to show that the Bible is indeed what it claims to be -- the very Word of God.
Is Jesus Real? - Some people claim that Jesus Christ was not a real historical person. Others believe there was a person with the name Jesus, but that Biblical accounts of His life are not true. How can you prove to yourself and others that the Savior of mankind lived and died and lives again exactly as the Bible says?
The Bible and Archaeology - The Bible is the inspired Word of God, and its accuracy continues to be validated by the spade of archaeology.
The Battle Over the Bible - A cultural clash is ripping at the fabric of Western societies. It's most pronounced in the United States, where history is being rewritten and culture reshaped in a battle over the Bible.
When the Bible Seems to Disagree with Science - We find that true scientific knowledge does not disagree with the Bible. Nor does the Bible contradict proven scientific discoveries.
Can You Prove the Bible Is True? - Belief in the Bible as the inspired and accurate Word of God is plunging. Here are some simple proofs you can use to show that the Bible is indeed what it claims to be -- the very Word of God.
How Did We Get the Bible? - How was the Bible actually put together? How do we know that the Bible contains the books that it should have? These are important questions, and many books have been written to address them.
William Tyndale: He Gave His Life to Give Us the Bible - "William Tyndale's Bible translations have been the best-kept secrets in English Bible history. Many people have never heard of Tyndale; very few have (knowingly) read him. Yet no other Englishman -- not even Shakespeare -- has reached so many."
Tyndale as Translator - William Tyndale's competence in Greek may well be due to William Croke's lectures. Tyndale perhaps learned Hebrew in Worms, the main center of Jewish learning in Germany.
The Bible and Archaeology - Scholars have queued up to ridicule the biblical accounts as mere myth. A tug of war continues between scoffers and believers in the inspiration and accuracy of the Bible.
Archaeology and the City of David - Almost 160 years of excavations have confirmed many details of biblical accounts of the city's history. The Bible continues to be verified.
Archaeology and Genesis: What Does the Record Show? - Is the Bible historically accurate? Some believe that it is little more than myth. Archaeological discoveries, however, verify many details of the biblical accounts.
The Bible: Myth or History - Can you believe the Bible? Many historical and archaeological finds prove it to be true.
Can You Prove the Bible Is True? - Belief in the Bible as the inspired and accurate Word of God is plunging. Here are some simple proofs you can use to show that the Bible is indeed what it claims to be -- the very Word of God.
The Bible and You - Presents evidence of the truth of God's Word in our holy Bible.
The Bible and Science - science has had to capitulate from a stance that it dethroned the Bible as Truth, since newer discoveries prove the Bible's information to be accurate and true.
The Bible: Myth or History - Can you believe the Bible? Many historical and archaeological finds prove it to be true.
Can You Prove the Bible Is True? - Belief in the Bible as the inspired and accurate Word of God is plunging. Here are some simple proofs you can use to show that the Bible is indeed what it claims to be -- the very Word of God.
Why the Bible is Different - Throughout its long and difficult journey, the Bible has successfully withstood the many assaults leveled against it. The reader gradually becomes aware of one great mind at work permeating its pages from Genesis to Revelation. No wonder the apostle Paul reminded early Christians that the Holy Scriptures are the "oracles of God". They are divine utterances.
The Bible in the Modern World - Tells us that the Bible alone imbues us with spiritual knowledge, and is an outline of instructions for living a Godly life.
Is the Whole World Deceived? - Satan operates by convincing people that he doesnn't exist and that the only source of information that reveals his motives and methods is little more than a collection of fables that have nothing to do with their lives.
Misinformation and Disinformation About God and the Bible - Our time is marked by a massive ignorance about what the Bible actually says. We see that some writers and speakers can say almost anything about the Holy Scriptures and convince some people to believe them.
The Bible in British and American History - Is it possible that the Bible so influenced the people of Britain and the United States because this book is their history book? Significantly, it tells not only the story of their distant ancestors but also their future.
The Fascinating Nature of God's Revelation - We human beings have an appetite for variety, and God has seen to it that the wonders of His Word did not come down to us in the form of a dull outline or a list of dos and don'ts.
Abraham: God's Friend - Christians are encouraged to walk in the steps of Abraham, the father of the faithful. God called Abraham His friend. In the same way, Christ calls us His friends.
King David: Man or Myth? - Was David, Israelite warrior-king, a historical figure? Archaeological discoveries show that he was a real ruler of ancient Israel.
John: The Apostle of Love - John wrote so extensively about love that Bible scholars call him the apostle of love. Why did he write so much about the subject? And what can we learn from the writings of John?
Shadrach, Meshach and Abed-Nego - One moment they were relatively safe, even held in great esteem as officials in the government of Babylon. The next moment they were brutally tossed headlong into a inferno.
The Fascinating Nature of God's Revelation - We human beings have an appetite for variety, and God has seen to it that the wonders of His Word did not come down to us in the form of a dull outline or a list of dos and don'ts.
King Jehoiakim: A Lesson from Biblical History - The lesson of King Jehoiakim applies to all leaders and all peoples: He who would attempt to destroy God's Word puts himself in great danger. God's Word is the foundation of all knowledge, and it will endure forever.
Has the Bible Been Preserved Accurately? - Some Bible critics argue that we should disregard the Bible because it's impossible that our modern versions could match the original texts. But how does this argument stand up to scrutiny?
How Did We Get the Bible? - How was the Bible actually put together? How do we know that the Bible contains the books that it should have? These are important questions, and many books have been written to address them.
The Bible and Archaeology - Scholars have queued up to ridicule the biblical accounts as mere myth. A tug of war continues between scoffers and believers in the inspiration and accuracy of the Bible.
Archaeology and the City of David - Almost 160 years of excavations have confirmed many details of biblical accounts of the city's history. The Bible continues to be verified.
Archaeology and Genesis: What Does the Record Show? - Is the Bible historically accurate? Some believe that it is little more than myth. Archaeological discoveries, however, verify many details of the biblical accounts.
Read the Book - Advertising executive and writer Bruce Barton called it 'The Book Nobody Knows'. No other book is more important to you and your future.
When Will Suffering Cease? - In this 'present evil age' (Galatians 1:4) God is allowing human beings to learn important lessons. He wants mankind to know that sin produces horrible consequences and that we have brought much grief on ourselves by rejecting His instructions.
When the Bible Seems to Disagree with Science - We find that true scientific knowledge does not disagree with the Bible. Nor does the Bible contradict proven scientific discoveries.
William Tyndale: He Gave His Life to Give Us the Bible - "William Tyndale's Bible translations have been the best-kept secrets in English Bible history. Many people have never heard of Tyndale; very few have (knowingly) read him. Yet no other Englishman -- not even Shakespeare -- has reached so many."
Tyndale as Translator - William Tyndale's competence in Greek may well be due to William Croke's lectures. Tyndale perhaps learned Hebrew in Worms, the main center of Jewish learning in Germany.
Following the Footsteps of a Different God - The Bible makes it clear that civilizations and societies are influenced by Satan. John writes that "the whole world lies under the sway of the wicked one" (1 John 5:19).
Introduction - There are ways to better grasp what it says to mankind. Throughout its pages are principles that, when applied, can help your comprehension. We will examine seven keys that will help open up this Book of Books to your understanding.
The Transition from the Prophets to the Gospels - The prophets and the New Testament join seamlessly to provide God's complete revelation to mankind. Even though the period between the testaments was more than 400 years, the prophets precede the apostolic writings in a manner that emphasizes their basic unity.
The Bible in the Modern World - Tells us that the Bible alone imbues us with spiritual knowledge, and is an outline of instructions for living a Godly life.
A Good News Interview with Bryant Wood, Ph.D. - There are many archaeological and historical proofs of the Bible, but they are very difficult to publish in academic journals, because of the anti-Bible bias they hold to.
What Is a Biblical Covenant ? - Covenants are simply binding agreements between two or more parties. God Himself designed the covenant He made with Abraham and his descendants. When God makes a covenant, He will always perform what He has bound Himself to do.
The Bible's Broader Concepts of Sin - The biblical definitions of sin show us the standards God has given us that define what is acceptable to Him and what isn't acceptable.