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- The Resurrection Connection - How did worship of an ancient god and goddess come to be associated with the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ? Although the details are lost in time, a closer look at the ancient mythology surrounding their worship will help us understand how pagan practices have survived in popular Easter customs.
- 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?
- Answers from Genesis - Part 7 - Here are more frequently asked questions about Genesis, the book of origins.
- 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?
- 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).
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- The Downfall of Judah: Exile to Babylon - Archaeological evidence that supports the biblical account of the exile of Judah to Babylon.
- The Bible and Archaeology - The Kingdom of Judah: Exile and Restoration - Historical events that support the records of Daniel's prophecies in the Bible.
- 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!
- Lessons From Babylon: God's Still in Charge - The ancient city of Babylon provides a reminder that men's flawed systems and governments will give way to God's mastery of world events.
- The Acts of Moses, Elijah and the Two Witnesses - Your Bible reveals there will be two witnesses in the end time who will turn the world upside down, testifying for Christ against sin and sinners. Some of the miracles they will perform will parallel those of Moses and Elijah. There's an enlightening lesson in these similarities.
- What to Watch to Discern the Times - A look at three key trends: globalization, religious ecumenism and global power shifts.
- 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.
- 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?
- 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 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 History of the Immortal-Soul Teaching - The History of the Immortal-soul Teaching.
- Learning to Accept What Is - Life threw me a curve, and I had to consider going back to college. Would my over-50 brain still work?
- The Power of Habits - How do we get to the point where we do what we know we should do? Can this really be done? The answer is "Yes!" Here's how.
- Breaking Bad Habits - Are we in control of our thoughts and actions, or does something else rule in our lives? Are we in bondage to stubborn habits and runaway emotions? How can we take back control of our lives?
- Foul Language - The world around us is full of filthy language, and it's easy to become indifferent to it all, but God wants us to take a different viewpoint toward the words that come out of our mouths.
- Why Suffering? - 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".
- The Mind-Body Connection: Move Yourself to a Better Mood - There are some simple things that can help us get out of bad moods so we may not have to seek professional help.
- Bad News and Good News - Editorial: bad news and good news
- Lincoln: President and Prophet? - President Lincoln wasn't afraid to tell it as he saw it. He felt a deep responsibility to his country. Like Lincoln, we have a responsibility to tell it like it is, and we do.
- 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.
- Greetings! From Grand Bahama Island! - Teenagers attending the United Church of God congregation in Freeport recently provided insight into what it's like to be a teen living on Grand Bahama Island.
- World News Review February 2000 - World news - February 2000
- The Dating Debate - With all the bad results, should a Christian give up on dating altogether? Or is there a better way?
- The Jews: From the Dispersion to the Modern Israeli State - From the Bar-Kokhba revolt in 132 A.D. onward the Jewish nation-state was no more. It was not to exist again until the middle of the 20th century.
- 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?
- A Personal View of the Kosovo Conflict - During the Kosovo war I've seen reports from people close to the conflict. Some of the reports are emotional and present points of view that are not orthodox, conventional, politically correct or even credible.
- Crisis In Kosovo - A Mixture of Iron and Clay? - The Balkans has a long and complex history. What is the story behind the headlines?
- 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?
- The Wheat Doesn't Know Hate - Peace, like war, must be waged with vision, imagination, self-sacrifice and a big dash of hope!
- A Gathering Storm - America could be caught asleep and find itself awakened and staring into the gun of a hostile power.
- In the News Apr/Jun 2006 - In the news - April 2006
- World News Review March 1999 - World news - March 1999
- India and Pakistan at War Again - A potentially more dangerous conflict than Kosovo continues to brew in South Asia.
- World News and Trends - September/October 2008 - An overview of conditions around the world. Sept/Oct 2008
- Credit Counseling Services - Some people wisely turn to credit-counseling agencies for help in getting themselves back on solid financial footing.
- How Baptism's Meaning and Method Are Related - All biblical examples reveal that baptism was always performed in a body of water large enough and deep enough for immersion.
- 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?
- 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).
- Why Be Baptized? - Water baptism is one of Christianity's most ancient practices. Far from being useless and archaic, it holds deep symbolic meaning.
- 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.
- 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?
- Are You Putting Off Your Salvation? - Should anyone put off being baptized after they have come to understand God's truth?
- Questions and Answers - May/Jun 2004 - Questions and answers from Good News magazine readers, May/June 2004
- 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.
- Questions and Answers - Mar/Apr 2007 - Answers to readers' questions. March 2007.
- Questions and Answers - Nov/Dec 2007 - Questions and answers. Good News, Nov. 2007
- 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?
- Unconditional Surrender - Nearly 60 years ago World War II ended with unconditional surrender. But unconditional surrender is not just for the history books, as it plays a vital part in our relationship with our Savior and conquering King.
- Sauerkraut--More Than Cabbage - A recipe from a dying old man taught me about more than just preserving cabbage. God has His own method of preserving -- it's called conversion.
- The Destroyer Passed Over - Passover is a word not used much in the world today; but as you will see, it is not a word nor a day that we should overlook.
- Keeping the "Old Man" Buried - In ages past when someone died it wasn't a certainty they were actually dead.
- What Does It Mean to Believe in Jesus? - Many claim to believe in Jesus Christ, but according to the Bible they really don't. How can you know that your belief is genuine?
- God's Forgiveness: What Does He Require From You? - Our loving Creator promises complete forgiveness of our sins once we sincerely turn from and forsake them. How do genuine repentance and God's compassionate forgiveness work together to assure our salvation?
- Questions and Answers Sept 2009 - Questions from Good News, Sept. 2009
- Should Children Be Baptized? - Baptism must wait until we are mature enough to understand repentance.
- 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.
- 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.
- Water Baptism and Laying On of Hands - After one repents, one's next step toward eternal life is water baptism.
- How Can We Resist Satan? - We must actively seek to eliminate Satan's way of thinking and behaving from our lives.
- 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.
- Should Children Be Baptized? - Baptism must wait until we are mature enough to understand repentance.
- Other Baptisms - Baptism with fire and baptism with the Holy Spirit are other baptisms mentioned in the Bible.
- Should We Want to Be Baptized With Fire? - Some believe they need to receive a baptism of fire. Let's take a closer look at this passage.
- Other Baptisms - Baptism with fire and baptism with the Holy Spirit are other baptisms mentioned in the Bible.
- Forgiveness of Sin - How are we forgiven, and where do baptism and Jesus Christ fit in?
- Water Baptism and Laying On of Hands - After one repents, one's next step toward eternal life is water baptism.
- 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.
- Should Children Be Baptized? - Baptism must wait until we are mature enough to understand repentance.
- 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.
- Is Our Conscience Important? - Striving against sin after baptism, and God's continuing mercy and forgiveness.
- 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.
- Water Baptism and Laying On of Hands - After one repents, one's next step toward eternal life is water baptism.
- Why Be Baptized? - Water baptism is one of Christianity's most ancient practices. Far from being useless and archaic, it holds deep symbolic meaning.
- World News Review August 1999 - World news - August 1999
- World News Review July 1999 - World news - July 1999
- Jefferson Studies Koran to Fight War on Muslim Terrorists - Jefferson and his fight against the Barbary pirates.
- Saying Good-bye to Our Family's Barn - Watching our family's barn being torn down was an emotional experience. It takes so much more to build than to tear down.
- Barnabas: The Encourager - Have you ever had a friend stand up for you? What about someone who helped and supported you even before you became friends? Barnabas was that kind of person. His life provides some great lessons for us today.
- I Hated You, Coach Ioveno - He was tough and cruel, and I hated him. But now he was dying.
- Lessons Learned From Little League - As parents, we have a responsibility to teach our children. But keep in mind we can learn a lot from them too.
- 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.
- Basketball Is Her Second Goal...Her Religion Is Number One - Sports have been a big part of life for Jenny Stewart. So have her religious beliefs.
- Basketball Is Her Second Goal...Her Religion Is Number One - Sports have been a big part of life for Jenny Stewart. So have her religious beliefs.
- Comfort One Another - God sends hope and comfort in powerful ways -- including through us.
- Armageddon: The End of the World? - What does the Bible really say about Armageddon?
- 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.
- Who Is Winning the Battle of the Sexes? - Who Is Winning the Battle of the Sexes?
- 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.
- A Crucial Factor in Producing Fruit: Eradicate the Weeds of Sin - Victory requires understanding the enemy. In our spiritual warfare, the enemy is us! Raw human nature is like a field taken over by noxious weeds. We must eradicate the weeds and replace them with God's Spirit so we can produce much good fruit!
- Freedom: The Unfinished Struggle - A decades-long struggle bought freedom for slaves in America. But the struggle from slavery is not over.
- 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!
- With the Badge Comes Responsibility - What are the identifying characteristics of a Christian?
- 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?
- Will Global Economic Turmoil Precede Jesus Christ's Return? - What possible connection could the global marketplace have with Jesus Christ's return? Do you understand the Bible's prophetic links?
- 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).
- 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.
- 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.
- 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?
- Will Global Economic Turmoil Precede Jesus Christ's Return? - What possible connection could the global marketplace have with Jesus Christ's return? Do you understand the Bible's prophetic links?
- 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?
- Hands of Confusion - Our age is steeped in a postmodern form of idolatry that values the power, status and celebrity that come with money. The developed world is vastly wealthy. But we have seen the fabric of that wealth can come apart with lightning speed.
- Will You Be Ready to Reject the Mark of the Beast? - Where there is prophecy, there is plenty of speculation. People wonder: When will the "end time" be? Who will be the Beast prophesied in Revelation? What nations will comprise that final union the Beast will head, and when will that government arise?
- The New World Disorder: Where Is It Taking Us? - Why does the world seem to be crumbling into chaos? Can we restrain the forces of anarchy? Is it possible to right the course of our severely straying civilization and solve our problems? Sadly, we seem to have no comprehension of the unseen spiritual forces arrayed against us, and we either reject or ignore the God who offers the only viable solutions to the enormous problems afflicting our troubled age.
- Europe and the Church, Part 10: Napoleon's Dream of European Conquest - More books have been written on Napoleon than almost any other world leader. His period of glory is still remembered in his capital city of Paris, where the Arc de Triomphe commemorates the First Empire and Les Invalides is his final resting place. But Napoleon's dream of European unity failed as did those of others before him.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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?
- 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"?
- 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?
- 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.
- Who Will Be the Next Superpower? (2008) - 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.
- Never on Sunday? - Germany wrestles with its "store closing law."
- 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.
- Trade With China - Road to Utopia or Conflict? - Free trade has been hyped as the solution to almost everything. But how will peace really come?
- 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?
- 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.
- 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.
- What is Europe? - Europe is beset by growing angst about its identity and place in the world.
- 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?
- 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.
- Who Will Lead the New Europe? - Few qualities in human affairs are more important than competent, capable leadership. With 10 nations joining the European Union (EU) on May 1, which nation or nations will exercise the most control, for good or bad? And even more importantly, who will govern Europe at the close of this age of man?
- Europe and the Church, Part 5: The Identity of the Little Horn - Who is the little horn of Daniel 7:8, the horn with "eyes like the eyes of a man, and a mouth speaking pompous words"? Since this article is the fifth in a series that began in the May 2008 issue, readers should be aware that some of the content builds on information explained in previous installments.
- A New Superpower to Emerge - Bible prophecy foretells a revival of the Roman Empire.
- 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 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 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.
- Why the Western World Uses an Awkward Calendar - Many have attempted to change the calendar in common use, due to peculiarities that complicate trade and commerce. Yet through all attempts to alter the calendar, God has seen to it that the seven-day week cycle was preserved.
- 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?
- 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.
- Lessons From the Beatitudes - Sometimes referred to as the "beautiful attitudes," the Beatitudes offer a study of the qualities and characteristics the "blessed of God" must develop.
- 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!
- "I Love You!" - God is writing His love letters to us with everything that grows and everything that flows, astounds and towers over us in nature. And what can be more precious than a baby!
- What Makes a Woman Beautiful? - Our society is obsessed with being beautiful! But is there more to beauty than what meets the eye?
- God's Own Literal Children - That family relationship-our becoming children of God the Father-is the heart and core of God's incredible plan for humanity!
- Early Theologians on Becoming Divine - While the biblical concept of deification or divinization - exaltation to godhood - is commonly ignored or dismissed in modern Christian teaching, this doctrine was well established among early theologians of mainstream tradition.
- 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.
- World News and Trends - May/June 2007 - An overview of conditions around the world. May 2007
- The World Before Man: The Biblical Explanation - Can the Bible explain the fossil record, evidence pointing to an ancient earth and divine creation at the same time? Yes, it can.
- 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.
- Adoption or Sonship? - Scripture makes clear that God actually begets us spiritually in His own image-with the intention that we ultimately become the same kind of beings He and Jesus Christ now are.
- Galatians 4:9-10: Are God's Laws Bondage? - Some view Galatians 4:9-10 as condemning Old Testament laws.
- 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"
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- A Good News Interview With Michael Behe, Ph.D. - What Do DNA Discoveries Mean for Evolution?
- 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?
- Evolution: A Published Obituary - The theory of evolution has been the fundamental basis of much of the scientific thought for the last century and a half, but its influence extends far beyond science.
- 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.
- What Does It Mean to Believe in Jesus? - Many claim to believe in Jesus Christ, but according to the Bible they really don't. How can you know that your belief is genuine?
- What Is Faith? - What is faith and what do you need to believe?
- God, Science, Bible March/April 2009 - News from the world of science about God and the Bible. Mar/Apr 2009
- 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.
- Letters From Our Readers - Mar/Apr 2000 - Letters from readers of the Good News magazine, March/April 2000.
- Believers in the Bible - Great people who were believers in the Bible.
- Pope Benedict XVI Faces Major Challenges - Pope Benedict XVI will have large shoes to fill as he follows in the footsteps of John Paul II.
- 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.
- You Are Free! - There have been many peoples over the years forced into slavery. Are we still enslaved today? Find out how, why and what can and will be done about it.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- "Mr. Gorbachev, Tear Down This Wall" - This historic demand, delivered by U.S. President Ronald Reagan in front of Berlin's Brandenburg Gate on June 12, 1987, came to symbolize the Eastern European revolt against Communist slavery in 1989. Nearly 2 1/2 years after the president's epochal visit, the Berlin Wall collapsed on Nov. 9, 1989. What are the prophetic implications indicated in God's Word?
- 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."
- 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?
- 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?
- 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 Rock Which Followed Them - What does the "rock" symbolize in scripture and did a rock really follow the children of Israel?
- Jesus Christ's Later Ministry - Archeaological findings shed light on and confirm the accuracy of historical details recorded for us in the Gospels.
- The Road to Infamy - He was a successful businessman and a war hero. But then something went terribly wrong.
- Seven Reasons Why Jesus Was Born - Why did Jesus have to be born, and to die? Here are seven reasons.
- Lesson in Wisdom - How often do we, when we are in a position of power, lack wisdom in using authority?
- Bhutto Assassination Imperils Pakistan's Stability -- and Global Nuclear Security - Benazir Bhutto once called Pakistan "the most dangerous country on earth." Conditions in that chaotic country now threaten to spin out of control. How will this affect the rest of the world?
- The Bible and Archaeology - The Bible is the inspired Word of God, and its accuracy continues to be validated by the spade of archaeology.
- Can You Believe Bible Prophecy? (9/99) - If you aren't sure whether the Bible should be trusted as the inspired Word of God, you belong to a significant majority.
- Keys to Unlocking Understanding of the Bible - Here are some guidelines to serious study of God's word.
- 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.
- Can You Believe the Bible? (3/2002) - 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?
- The Bible and Archaeology - The Bible is the inspired Word of God, and its accuracy continues to be validated by the spade of archaeology.
- An Ancient Inscription Proves King David Was Real - Archaeological excavations continue to uphold the events of the Bible.
- The Bible and Astronomy - The origin of our universe and its role in providing a place for mankind to dwell.
- 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?
- World News and Trends - Jul/Aug 2005 - An overview of conditions around the world. July 2005
- 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?
- Science, the Bible and Wrong Assumptions - The theory of evolution is increasingly questioned because as scientific knowledge has increased, researchers have not been able to confirm basic assumptions of the evolutionary theory -- and, in fact, some have been outright refuted.
- How Much Faith Is Enough? - A quiz to see what the Bible says about faith.
- 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.
- Seven Scriptural Threads for More Complete Understanding - Here are seven threads vital to piecing together a more complete understanding of the Bible.
- Relating the Bible to Life - We hope will help you relate the Bible with everyday life. After all, if we don't understand how to relate God's Word to life, how can we benefit from its timeless truths?
- 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.
- A Source of Timeless Financial Advice - One of the best sources of timeless financial advice and guidance is the book of Proverbs.
- 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.
- Seven Scriptural Threads for More Complete Understanding - Here are seven threads vital to piecing together a more complete understanding of the Bible.
- The Biblical Authors: Men of God and Science - We must study the Scriptures to gain eternal life. But, as time and inclination allow, we should study the physical sciences as well. In so doing we will gain a deeper appreciation of the world our Creator has made and increase our faith and understanding of Him.
- 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?
- Do All Churches Get Their Teaching From the Bible? - The global influence of the Roman Catholic Church, more than a billion strong, presents a number of challenges to students of the Bible.
- 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.
- 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.
- Wrestling With God: A Political and Moral Dilemma - The founding father envisioned a nation rooted in biblical values. What lies ahead if its roots are destroyed?
- 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.
- America's Forgotten Inheritance - The Bible is America's forgotten inheritance.
- Reader Helps - An offer of personal correspondence to help with Bible study.
- Staying on the Cutting Edge - Wouldn't it be great if we had something that didn't need to be upgraded or thrown out every couple of years? Something dependable that would help us stay up to date with life and its changes and challenges?
- Does the Bible Contain Errors? - Does the Bible contain errors? Often the answer depends on the eye of the beholder. For those determined to undermine Scripture, yes, it does contain errors and no answer will satisfy them. For others, though, careful study and patience usually resolve any problems.
- 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 and You - Presents evidence of the truth of God's Word in our holy Bible.
- Introduction (bsc2) - We are drowning in information, but starved for knowledge.
- Introduction (bsc1) - 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.
- Believers in the Bible - Great people who were believers in the Bible.
- Believers in God - Great people who believed in God.
- Believers in God and the Bible - Famous people who were Bible believers.
- Great Leaders Knew Their Source - Where does great leadership come from, and where has it gone?
- In Their Own Words: Great Men and Women Who Highly Respected the Bible - Historically, the Bible has been held in the highest esteem by many great men and women-presidents, prime ministers, monarchs, scholars, scientists, philosophers and more. Following are what some of them have said about the Bible.
- Believers in God - Great people who believed in God.
- Believers in the Bible - Great people who were believers in the Bible.
- Believers in God - Great people who believed in God.
- The Books of the Bible - The list and organization of the books 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"?
- Questions and Answers - Jan/Mar/2005 - Questions and answers represent issues of interest to young people who want sound biblical advice.
- Maintain Your True Course - Meditation on God's Word helps us navigate through the obstacles of life to reach our destination--God's Kingdom!
- Actively Read and Study the Bible - Unless we actually use it, the Bible is no better than any other book on our shelves. So how can we properly use it? What principles and methods of study do we follow? What tools are available to help our understanding?
- Does the Bible Contain Errors? - Does the Bible contain errors? Often the answer depends on the eye of the beholder. For those determined to undermine Scripture, yes, it does contain errors and no answer will satisfy them. For others, though, careful study and patience usually resolve any problems.
- Does the Bible Contain Errors? - Does the Bible contain errors? Often the answer depends on the eye of the beholder. For those determined to undermine Scripture, yes, it does contain errors and no answer will satisfy them. For others, though, careful study and patience usually resolve any problems.
- 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?
- A Tragic Increasing Trend: Disbelief in the Bible - The Bible is losing its once help prominence in the Western World. Even professing Christians seldom read God's word.
- You Go! I Am Coming! - God provided a blueprint for us to follow through His Holy Days. As we honor them, we honor God. Through the keeping of these days, we demonstrate our belief in God and Christ guiding our footsteps.
- Seven Scriptural Threads for More Complete Understanding - Here are seven threads vital to piecing together a more complete understanding of the Bible.
- 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.
- Preparing for Ambassador Bible Center - Are you curious about ABC? Read a firsthand report by someone who has been there, done that.
- Bible Education for Our Little Ones - What we're teaching our children is not just for our little ones. One day they are each going to grow up and possibly have little ones of their own. What we need to be doing now with our young people should have a lasting positive impact for generations to come.
- Does the Bible Contain Errors? - Does the Bible contain errors? Often the answer depends on the eye of the beholder. For those determined to undermine Scripture, yes, it does contain errors and no answer will satisfy them. For others, though, careful study and patience usually resolve any problems.
- Are There Mistakes in the King James Version of the Bible? - Although the original texts of the Bible were inspired by God and are without error, the same cannot be said for later copies of the texts or translations made from them. Translators are human, and many have allowed their own religious biases to influence their work.
- 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).
- Bible Education for Our Little Ones - What we're teaching our children is not just for our little ones. One day they are each going to grow up and possibly have little ones of their own. What we need to be doing now with our young people should have a lasting positive impact for generations to come.
- Introduction (bsc2) - 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.
- How to Learn More from this Bible-Study Course - How to gain the most from this Bible study.
- Actively Read and Study the Bible - Unless we actually use it, the Bible is no better than any other book on our shelves. So how can we properly use it? What principles and methods of study do we follow? What tools are available to help our understanding?
- Bible Study Software and Online Resources - You can make use of computer Bible helps that would normally cost thousands of dollars for only a few hundred or less.
- 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.
- I Bequeath Thee--Hopelessness! - The popular teaching of evolution reared its ugly head over a century ago. Of all mankind's efforts to deny the one true God, this was perhaps the most devastating because it robs mankind of a purpose in life and hope for a future.
- Does Archaeology Confirm the Existence of Specific People Mentioned in the Bible? - Since the Bible claims to be real history, its credibility rests on its historical accuracy. If the people, places and events mentioned in the Bible are part of factual accounts, we should expect to find evidence to support those accounts. So what does the evidence show? Do archaeology and history confirm the Bible or disprove it?
- Does the Bible Contain Errors? - Does the Bible contain errors? Often the answer depends on the eye of the beholder. For those determined to undermine Scripture, yes, it does contain errors and no answer will satisfy them. For others, though, careful study and patience usually resolve any problems.
- God's Time Machine - During this age of science, many have dreamed of traveling to the past or to the future as in the famous novel The Time Machine. But could there exist a time machine we are not aware of? Read on to find out!
- 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 (part2) - "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?
- 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.
- Does the Bible Contain Errors? - Does the Bible contain errors? Often the answer depends on the eye of the beholder. For those determined to undermine Scripture, yes, it does contain errors and no answer will satisfy them. For others, though, careful study and patience usually resolve any problems.
- Approach the Bible With a Proper Attitude - Why do so many have difficulty grasping the Bible's message and meaning? The answer is simple-they don't have the right frame of mind. We must approach the Bible with respect for what it is-God's divine revelation to us.
- 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.
- Some Final Remarks - Following up after completing the Bible Study course.
- Actively Read and Study the Bible - Unless we actually use it, the Bible is no better than any other book on our shelves. So how can we properly use it? What principles and methods of study do we follow? What tools are available to help our understanding?
- Keys to Understanding the Bible - Fifteen principles for effective Bible study.
- Shocked by the Bible, Changed by the Truth - The Bible holds many shocking truths that few people have ever known or recognized. Fewer still are those who go beyond the shock of the Bible and allow themselves to be changed by the truth. Will you be one of them?
- What We Don't Know Can and Will Hurt Us - While technology expands exponentially, the kind of knowledge we urgently need to survive ebbs and wanes.
- Glossary (bsc1) - Glossary of some Biblical terms.
- Live What You Learn - Some study the Bible and enjoy great spiritual growth and maturity. Others study it but grow little if at all. What makes the difference? How can you be one who grows in spiritual understanding? The key is to live what you learn!
- The Books of the Bible - The list and organization of the books of the Bible.
- Another Important Author - Ezra compiled and inscribed both 1 and 2 Chronicles, and added them to the canon of the Old Testament
- Who and What Is Shaping You? - If you really want to be a good parent, I recommend the Bible as a foundational book.
- Don't Let Familiarity Breed Contempt - Do we give the Bible the respect it deserves?
- Does the Bible Contain Errors? - Does the Bible contain errors? Often the answer depends on the eye of the beholder. For those determined to undermine Scripture, yes, it does contain errors and no answer will satisfy them. For others, though, careful study and patience usually resolve any problems.
- 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"?
- We Can Trust the Bible - Many today question the accuracy of the Bible, but consider a few facts and quotes about this amazing book.
- 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.
- The Bible and Prophecy - This article explores the reasons to believe the prophecies of the Bible are factual and completely true.
- The Fundamentals of Bible Prophecy - Principles and themes of Bible prophecy.
- History Proves the Accuracy of Bible Prophecy - History provides proof of the reliablity of Bible prophecies.
- 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.
- 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?
- Can You Know What Lies Ahead? - Editorial: Bible prophecy
- A Glimpse Into the Future - Editorial: Bible prophecy as a look into the future.
- World News and Trends - Jan/Feb 2003 - An overview of conditions around the world. January/February 2003.
- 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!
- Why Prophecy? - Some people spend too much time digging into Bible prophecy, at times becoming unbalanced. Others say that prophecy has little to do with the practical side of life, so it's not that important. Yet just living in these uncertain times should tell us that we need to understand the real purpose of prophecy.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Modern Conditions Were Foretold in Scripture Many Centuries Ago - Bible prophecy has foretold a number of circumstances that have been realized or made possible only in modern times.
- Will 2012 Bring the End of the World? - It is claimed that an ancient Mayan calendar mysteriously ends at the winter solstice in the year 2012. Will that mark the end of human history? TV, magazines, major movie studios, booksellers and dozens of Web sites are fanning the 2012 craze. Does Bible prophecy reveal what's really coming?
- God's Time Machine - During this age of science, many have dreamed of traveling to the past or to the future as in the famous novel The Time Machine. But could there exist a time machine we are not aware of? Read on to find out!
- Does the United States Appear in Bible Prophecy? - Small nations like Egypt, Jordan and Libya are found in Bible prophecies of the time of the end. But what about the major English-speaking countries like the United States, Britain, Canada and Australia? Are they absent from Bible prophecy, or do we just not know where to look?
- Is There "Just Cause" for Nations to Intervene in the Affairs of Other Nations? - Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon considers Iran to be as dangerous as Iraq and a "center of world terror." Why should this be so?
- 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?"
- 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.
- Watching and Understanding With World News and Prophecy - Now more than ever, it is vital that you develop a worldview that gives understanding of today's world events.
- 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?
- 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)
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Letters From Our Readers - Mar/Apr 2002 - Comments from the readers of the Good News magazine, Mar/Apr 2002.
- 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.
- 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?
- Reading Together - When family members read aloud together, lots of good things happen including learning, laughter and love.
- Read the Book (VCM) - Advertising executive and author Bruce Barton called it "The Book Nobody Knows." No other book is more important to you and your future.
- Disbelief in the Bible: A Tragic Phenomenon and Increasing Trend - The Bible is losing its once-held prominence in the Western world. Even professing Christians seldom read God's Word.
- The Rewards of Reading Together - When family members read aloud together, lots of good things happen-including learning, laughter and love.
- 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?
- Is the Bible Relevant in the Computer Age? - We will all come in contact with someone who has lost someone close to them. What's the best thing to say and do? Probably the same things you'd like to hear.
- Read the Book (VCM) - Advertising executive and author Bruce Barton called it "The Book Nobody Knows." No other book is more important to you and your future.
- Approach the Bible With a Proper Attitude - Why do so many have difficulty grasping the Bible's message and meaning? The answer is simple-they don't have the right frame of mind. We must approach the Bible with respect for what it is-God's divine revelation to us.
- Rediscovering Christianity: Scholars Have Second Thoughts - For centuries an ingrained bias has influenced scholars' and theologians' views of both the Old and New Testaments. Some are now realizing and correcting that error.
- What the Bible Says About God's Word - How does God expect us to view His word the Bible? Consider some of the examples from the scriptures.
- Actively Read and Study the Bible - Unless we actually use it, the Bible is no better than any other book on our shelves. So how can we properly use it? What principles and methods of study do we follow? What tools are available to help our understanding?
- 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.
- A Reminder (bsc10) - Reminder to Bible students: look up the scriptures.
- 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.
- Some Final Remarks - Following up after completing the Bible Study course.
- Glossary (bsc2) - A glossary of some basic terms related to this Bible study course.
- How to Learn More from this Bible-Study Course - How to gain the most from this Bible study.
- Points to Ponder (bsc3) - Bible study 'points to ponder' about why God created mankind.
- Points to Ponder (bsc4) - Bible study 'points to ponder' about why God allows suffering.
- Points to Ponder (bsc5) - Bible study 'points to ponder' about the hope for human survival.
- Points to Ponder (bsc6) - Bible study 'points to ponder' regarding the kingdom of God.
- How to Use Biblical Quotes and References - Use of Bible references when studying the United Church of God Bible course.
- Points to Ponder (bsc7) - Bible study 'points to ponder' about the calling from God.
- A Reminder (bsc8) - 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?
- Letters From Our Readers - Mar/Apr 2002 - Comments from the readers of the Good News magazine, Mar/Apr 2002.
- Letters From Our Readers - Jul/Aug 2002 - Letters from readers of the Good News magazine, Jul/Aug 2002.
- 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.
- How to Read, Study and Understand the Bible - How should you read and study the Bible? The overall answer is any way that works for you!
- 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?
- 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?
- 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.
- Building a Better Relationship With God - Here are five tools that can help us build a stronger, closer friendship with God.
- 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?
- Do You Know Your Father? - A physical father is a type of our spiritual Father. How can we come to understand our spiritual Father better?
- Relating the Bible to Life - We hope will help you relate the Bible with everyday life. After all, if we don't understand how to relate God's Word to life, how can we benefit from its timeless truths?
- Good Bible Study Resources Available Online - Dozens of tools to help you understand more about God's Word, the Holy Bible, are readily available through the Internet. They are invaluable, but they are free!
- Cherishing the Sabbath - The Sabbath ... our special time with God.
- Five Smooth Stones - David, the youth who would become king of Israel, faced Goliath with sling in hand and stones he selected to use as ammunition. What can we today use in handling the challenges and difficulties we come up against?
- Set Your Anchors! - Several precarious boating experiences brought home the spiritual lessons of having a strong and secure anchor! Here are six ways to stay firmly attached to God's anchor.
- Keys to Understanding the Bible - Fifteen principles for effective Bible study.
- Five Tools for Dealing With Trials - What can you do when you have tried everything to solve a problem? Here are five tools to help turn trials into godly character.
- 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.
- What Does the Bible Really Say? - Common suppositions about the Bible, versus what it really says.
- Letters From Our Readers - Mar/Apr 2000 - Letters from readers of the Good News magazine, March/April 2000.
- Letters From Our Readers - Mar/Apr 2003 - Letters from readers of the Good News, Mar/Apr 2003.
- 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.
- Points to Ponder (bsc10) - Study questions about the meaning of the Church.
- Points to Ponder (bsc11) - Study questions for the Bible Study course.
- Points to Ponder (bsc1) - Study questions from the Bible study course.
- Points to Ponder (bsc2) - Study questions for the Bible study course.
- Points to Ponder (bsc8) - Study questions for the Bible study course.
- Points to Ponder (bsc9) - Study questions for the Bible study course.
- Some Final Remarks - Following up after completing the Bible Study course.
- Seven Scriptural Threads for More Complete Understanding - Here are seven threads vital to piecing together a more complete understanding of the Bible.
- Great Themes of the Bible - Several great themes summarize the Bible.
- How to Learn More from this Bible-Study Course - How to gain the most from this Bible study.
- In the News Oct/Dec 2004 - In the news ... October-December 2004
- Questions and Answers - Apr/Jun 2001 - Questions and answers representing issues of interest to young people who want sound biblical advice.
- Questions and Answers - Oct/Dec 2002 - Questions and answers on issues of interest to young people who want sound biblical advice.
- Actively Read and Study the Bible - Unless we actually use it, the Bible is no better than any other book on our shelves. So how can we properly use it? What principles and methods of study do we follow? What tools are available to help our understanding?
- Are There Mistakes in the King James Version of the Bible? - Although the original texts of the Bible were inspired by God and are without error, the same cannot be said for later copies of the texts or translations made from them. Translators are human, and many have allowed their own religious biases to influence their work.
- 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?
- Does the Bible Contain Errors? - Does the Bible contain errors? Often the answer depends on the eye of the beholder. For those determined to undermine Scripture, yes, it does contain errors and no answer will satisfy them. For others, though, careful study and patience usually resolve any problems.
- Deciphering the Rosetta Stone - For hundreds of years, Egyptian hieroglyphics were a mystery, even to language experts. Finally someone discovered the key to decoding them -- on the Rosetta stone. Is there a "Rosetta stone" for understanding another mystery -- the Bible?
- Approach the Bible With a Proper Attitude - Why do so many have difficulty grasping the Bible's message and meaning? The answer is simple-they don't have the right frame of mind. We must approach the Bible with respect for what it is-God's divine revelation to us.
- Keys to Understanding the Bible - Fifteen principles for effective Bible study.
- Live What You Learn - Some study the Bible and enjoy great spiritual growth and maturity. Others study it but grow little if at all. What makes the difference? How can you be one who grows in spiritual understanding? The key is to live what you learn!
- What Can You Do? - In light of the many prophecies about the end of this age, what can you do? What should you do?
- Understanding the Bible - Introduction - The Bible is the world's most popular book, but at the same time the most misunderstood! To many it's difficult to understand, yet the Bible itself gives us keys to understand it!
- The Bible and Archaeology - The Bible is the inspired Word of God, and its accuracy continues to be validated by the spade of archaeology.
- 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 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.
- The Bible: Myth or History - Can you believe the Bible? Many historical and archaeological finds prove it to be true.
- In Their Own Words: Great Men and Women Who Highly Respected the Bible - Historically, the Bible has been held in the highest esteem by many great men and women-presidents, prime ministers, monarchs, scholars, scientists, philosophers and more. Following are what some of them have said about 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.
- 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 - The Bible is the inspired Word of God, and its accuracy continues to be validated by the spade of archaeology.
- 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 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 and You - Presents evidence of the truth of God's Word in our holy 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? (9/96) - Is the Bible historically accurate? Some believe that it is little more than myth. Archaeological discoveries, however, verify many details of the biblical accounts.
- Archaeology and Genesis: What Does the Record Show? - Although doubters will always scoff at the truth of God's Word, fewer and fewer now doubt the Bible's historical basis.
- 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 Under the Microscope - The more the Scriptures are searched, the more their perfection appears.
- 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 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.
- 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.
- From the Publisher - The Bible as the Word of God.
- The Bible Under the Microscope - The more the Scriptures are searched, the more their perfection appears.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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 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.
- Profiles of Faith - Paul, Apostle to the Gentiles - The Apostle Paul was a chosen vessel of God to bear His name before Gentiles, kings, and the children of Israel.
- Timothy: Paul's Son in the Faith - The young evangelist Timothy will always be remembered for his genuine faith. May you be remembered likwise.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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?
- The Bible and Archaeology - The Bible is the inspired Word of God, and its accuracy continues to be validated by the spade of archaeology.
- 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? (9/96) - Is the Bible historically accurate? Some believe that it is little more than myth. Archaeological discoveries, however, verify many details of the biblical accounts.
- Archaeology and Genesis: What Does the Record Show? - Although doubters will always scoff at the truth of God's Word, fewer and fewer now doubt the Bible's historical basis.
- The Bible Under the Microscope - The more the Scriptures are searched, the more their perfection appears.
- 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.
- 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).
- You Go! I Am Coming! - God provided a blueprint for us to follow through His Holy Days. As we honor them, we honor God. Through the keeping of these days, we demonstrate our belief in God and Christ guiding our footsteps.
- 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.
- Archaeology and the Book of Joshua: The Conquest - Archaeological evidence supporting Joshua's account of the destruction of Jericho.
- The Bible & Archaeology - The Book of Acts: The Church Begins - After decades of examination, Sir William Ramsay concluded that the Book of Acts is trustworthy, with a true historic sense.
- 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.
- What Did the Early Church Believe and Practice? - These are some of the major differences between the Christianity of the time of Christ and the apostles and that commonly practiced today. Look into your Bible to see if your beliefs and practices square with what Jesus Christ and the apostles practiced and taught.
- God, Science and the Bible (7/05) - News from the world of science about God and the Bible.
- Points to Ponder (bsc12) - Bible study references to God's Holydays.
- The Feast of Peace - What is the meaning of the Feast of Peace? What is God's plan for mankind?
- Why Not Join Us for the Feast Jesus Kept? (2003) - Here are locations for this year's Feast of Tabernacles.
- Can You Know God's Plan? - Only a few realize that these biblical festivals are a teaching tool God uses to reveal His plan.
- Genesis 1 and the Days of Creation - Did you know that no piece of ancient history is more scientifically grounded than the book of Genesis, including its description of the 24-hour days of creation?
- Eating Choices - Does God Care? - Vertical Thought discusses God's involvement in our eating habits with Hope Egan, author of Holy Cow! Does God Care About What We Eat? In her book, Ms. Egan invites readers to look at their eating habits by examining the meat-related biblical food laws and God's overall design for healthy eating.
- The Bible and Archaeology - The Bible is the inspired Word of God, and its accuracy continues to be validated by the spade of archaeology.
- 10 Questions to Ask About Evolution,Part 2 - What is the difference between science and biblical faith? Can science prove that the Bible is not true? Has science proven that the worldwide floods described in the Bible did not occur? Has science proven the assumptions that age dating methods are based on?
- The Bible and Archaeology - The Bible is the inspired Word of God, and its accuracy continues to be validated by the spade of archaeology.
- 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.
- Appeasement in the Face of Danger: Deadly Parallels - Following the July 7 terror bombings in London, many evoked memories of the blitz in World War II. Regrettably, that's not the only analogy with the Second World War that is appropriate.
- Europe in Crisis -- Is This the End of the European Union? - Following the July 7 terror bombings in London, many evoked memories of the blitz in World War II. Regrettably, that's not the only analogy with the Second World War that is appropriate.
- How Should We Understand Scripture? - All Scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, thoroughly equipped for every good work" (2 Timothy 3:16-17).
- Understanding Biblical `Kinds' - Critics have asserted that the number of animals aboard Noah's ark would have been in the tens of thousands if not more. But this assumes that biblical kinds are equivalent to scientific species. This is not necessarily the case.
- Christians in Name Only? - What we have is a Christianity in which millions accept Christ in name but know little about Him, what He did and what He taught. Or, worse yet, perhaps they do know what He taught but choose to ignore or reject it!
- AIDS: How a Killer Plague Can Be Stopped - The AIDS epidemic is increasing and continues to threaten more millions of lives. Yet, tragically, we ignore the only real solution to this deadly plague.
- Letters From Our Readers - May/Jun 2005 - Letters from readers of the Good News magazine, May/June 2005.
- Reading the Book - What does the word "millennium" mean? And what is it in the Bible?
- Family Finances: a Biblical Guide - Managing your money - a Biblical guide.
- Why 'A Magazine of Understanding'? - Printed as a subtitle on the cover of each issue of The Good News are the words "A Magazine of Understanding." What does The Good News help you understand?
- The Acts of Moses, Elijah and the Two Witnesses - Your Bible reveals there will be two witnesses in the end time who will turn the world upside down, testifying for Christ against sin and sinners. Some of the miracles they will perform will parallel those of Moses and Elijah. There's an enlightening lesson in these similarities.
- Is Everything OK? - Is it true that "anything goes"? Some people believe you can do anything you want in life and it really won't matter. But such shifting values broadcast a dangerous message to teens today. There is cause and effect for every action, and the sooner we realize it, the better off we can be.
- Advocates of British-Israelism - Focusing on the biblical promises, some scholars have undertaken extensive research to advance the knowledge that God's promised blessings to Abraham's descendants have largely been fulfilled in the British and American peoples.
- How Is the Work of God Accomplished Today? - Jesus Christ gave His Church a commission in which each member has a vital part to play. How is that mission being carried out in our modern world?
- The Mysterious Scythians Burst Into History - Many historians have concluded that the Celts and Scythians have a common background.
- Two Nations That Changed the World - Who are the British and American peoples? How do these two great powers - the United States and the nations comprising most of the former British Empire - fit into Bible prophecy?
- Beware of Prophecies! - Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits, whether they are of God; because many false prophets have gone out into the world" (1 John 4:1).
- Iran: Why Part of the "Axis of Evil"? - Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon considers Iran to be as dangerous as Iraq and a "center of world terror." Why should this be so?
- The Rock Which Followed Them - What does the "rock" symbolize in scripture and did a rock really follow the children of Israel?
- What Is True Sincerity? - What is true sincerity? Do you have it? Do you need it?
- Saving Marriage: Beyond Constitutional Amendments - In response to same-sex marriages in some states, many are pushing constitutional amendments to preserve the traditional marriage relationship. But it will take much more if marriage is to be saved.
- Shocked by the Bible - A Good News interview with Shocked by the Bible author Joe Kovacs.
- Shocked by the Bible, Changed by the Truth - The Bible holds many shocking truths that few people have ever known or recognized. Fewer still are those who go beyond the shock of the Bible and allow themselves to be changed by the truth. Will you be one of them?
- Questions and Answers - Jul/Aug 2002 - Questions and answers from the Good News magazine on the fourth commandment and biblical inspiration and translation.
- Letters From Our Readers - Nov/Dec 2005 - Letters from the readers of the Good News magazine. Nov/Dec 2005.
- What Does the Bible Really Say? - Common suppositions about the Bible, versus what it really says.
- Isn't It About Time You Read the Book? - The Bible makes the remarkable claim of being the inspired Word of God, the divine instruction for mankind. Shouldn't we learn what it has to say?
- Marriage: Foundation of the Family - Applying God's principles for marriage not only produces happy relationships in this life, it yields greater understanding of godly principles that will last for eternity.
- Is the United States Still a Moral Nation? - The recent election showed that almost half of the U.S. electorate is uncomforta ble with a president who is open about his religious faith and has stated that J esus Christ is the Person he most admires. What about the other half? They may c laim to get their values from the Bible, but do they really?
- How Correct is Political Correctness? - Since political correctness will be part of nearly every college class you take, what should you know about it now?
- Restoration...Person of the Year - What if we created annually a list of the "Ten Best-Lived Lives?"
- Do You Have a Biblical Worldview? - What will happen next in this chaotic world of enormously unpleasant surprises? Only a biblical worldview can give us sorely needed spiritual stability and security in an age marked by ambiguity and uncertainty.
- A Dangerous World - We seek to frame the issues in the context of the Bible, and show God's point of view, which is always different from mankind's
- When A Half Million Bullets Aren't Enough - Are you living by the rules but still missing something? What is the proper balance between process and progress? In the battle of Isandlwana the British were technically correct but ended up being dead wrong.
- A War of Two Worlds - What's behind Islamic religious extremists' war against the West?
- Instant Epidemics: The New Breed of Weapons - The fear of chemical and bio-chemical warfare is on the rise.
- Biofuels Might Be "Bio-folly" - For a mix of reasons, the world's largest energy consumers have joined the biofuel revolution. With fortunes already invested, they are now discovering that it's not the clear winner it once seemed to be. Would you be surprised to learn that God is a factor in whether it succeeds?
- Worldwide Food Crisis - You have likely heard of the global food crisis. You might even have already encountered rationing of goods you wanted to buy! What you haven't heard is the unique perspective that this article will give you.
- Molding Your Personality for Leadership - Have you ever considered what personality type is best for leaders? More importantly, what can you do about yours to become a more effective leader?
- Instant Epidemics: The New Breed of Weapons - The fear of chemical and bio-chemical warfare is on the rise.
- Pathogens, Poisons and Other Weapons of Terror - Just as the United States was recovering from the Sept 11 attack, a wave of envelopes containing anthrax spread through its mail system-conjuring fearsof even direr prospects for the future.
- After Iraq, What Next? - As the world focuses its attention on the conflict between the United States and Iraq, it's easy to overlook the many other threats facing the United States. What are these threats, and what do they portend?
- Terror Attacks Planned From Iraq? - Evidence of chemical and biological weapons in Iraq, apparently designed for terror use
- From Farm to Fork - How Safe Is the Food Supply? - "Farm to Fork" is the catchphrase repeated throughout the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and EU documents on the issue of securing the food supply against intentional contamination. How safe is the food supply?
- World News Review July 1999 - World news - July 1999
- 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!"
- The Ominous GNR Revolution - The Biotech Age brings new and terrifying scenarios. How might the explosion of knowledge of genetics, nanotechnology and robotics (GNR) change our world?
- An Overview of Conditions Around the World - Mar/Apr 2001 - A brief synopsis of world events. March/April 2001.
- U.S. Not Secure Against Bioterrorist Attacks - Is the U.S. vulnerable to attack by terrorists using biological agents? How likely is it that such attacks would be launched in the next five to ten years?
- World News Review May 1999 - World news - May 1999
- From Farm to Fork - How Safe Is the Food Supply? - "Farm to Fork" is the catchphrase repeated throughout the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and EU documents on the issue of securing the food supply against intentional contamination. How safe is the food supply?
- World News Review Nov 2001 - World news review. November 2001.
- World News Review December 1998 - World News Review - Dec. 1998
- World News and Trends - July/August 2006 - An overview of conditions around the world. Jul/Aug 2006
- Oddities in Nature That Defy Evolution - Over one hundred years of research has provided numerous examples in nature in which complex organs in animals could not have developed by small, successive steps.
- Life Lessons From The Birds - We can see many lessons for life in the things we see around us, but what lesson can we learn from the birds?
- Which Animals Does the Bible Designate as 'Clean' and 'Unclean'? - God reveals which animals-including fish and birds-are suitable and unsuitable for human consumption in Leviticus 11 and Deuteronomy 14. Although the lists aren't exhaustive, He reveals guidelines for recognizing animals that are acceptable for food.
- Why Some Christians Don't Celebrate Christmas - Many feel that Christmas marks Christ's birthday and that it honors Him. After all, can 2 billion professing Christians be wrong? At the same time, some few Christians don't observe Christmas, believing that Jesus didn't sanction it and that it dishonors Him. Who is right -- and why?
- A World for Cameron - As parents and grandparents, we wonder with great concern what kind of a world our children and grandchildren will inherit. What kind of a life will they experience?
- World News and Trends - Jan/Fen 2000 - A brief synopsis of world events. January/February 2000
- The Tiny Pill That Changed the World - Forty-five years ago few could have foreseen how this medical innovation could have so dramatically shaped modern society.
- America's Child Sacrifice - Child sacrifice is horrifying to even contemplate. Yet it remains with us in the form of abortion, practiced millions of times a year.
- Teen Sex: The Silent Epidemic That's Killing Our Kids - Sweeping the world, this silent epidemic is largely ignored by most Western governments -- except for misguided programs that often make this devastating problem even worse. Most parents have little idea how bad this epidemic is, much less how to fight it -- yet solid biblical solutions exist.
- World News and Trends - November/December 2007 - An overview of conditions around the world. November 2007
- Was Christ Born on Christmas Day? - Do you observe Christmas because you think its Christ's birthday? Was he born on or anytime near Dec. 25?
- America's Child Sacrifice - Child sacrifice is horrifying to even contemplate. Yet it remains with us in the form of abortion, practiced millions of times a year.
- Demographic Trends: A Warning to the Western World - A century ago big families were common in the Western world. Today the opposite is true. While the West fails to reproduce, third world countries have high birthrates. The result is a massive migration from the third world to the West.
- Another Brick in a New World - I wonder when filmmakers will take a bold step away from sex and finally tell a story without major emphasis on the sexual preferences of the main characters. Maybe not in my lifetime, but I can always hope.
- Europe and the Church, Part 11: Germany's Dream of Conquest - At the end of the Napoleonic Wars, the country of Germany did not even exist. But a century later it had risen to seriously challenge the greatest European empires and forever change the history of the world.
- The Road to Infamy - He was a successful businessman and a war hero. But then something went terribly wrong.
- AIDS: How a Killer Plague Can Be Stopped - The AIDS epidemic is increasing and continues to threaten more millions of lives. Yet, tragically, we ignore the only real solution to this deadly plague.
- AIDS Can Be Stopped -- Now! - Ignorance has accompanied many of humanity's worst diseases. With AIDS, the same tragic story is unfolding once again. But you don't have to be a victim.
- The Horsemen of Revelation: The Black Horse of Famine - The food-rich countries' potential to feed the entire planet makes it hard to imagine a famine extensive enough to thrust the earth into a global crisis. Yet the third seal of Revelation 6, employing the symbol of a black horse, describes just such a horrifying scene. How could this happen? What would be its consequences?
- What Will the Next President Face? (Part 2) - In the days of biblical Israel a king had a unique type of adviser in his court to counsel him how to run the nation based on the Word of God. Samuel guided Saul. Nathan counseled David. The prophet Isaiah revealed God's will to Hezekiah. These men of God were independent of politics; they represented the Word of God to the king.
- Leadership Under Siege Around the World - Top Western leaders are under severe attack by the world's media. It is but another baleful sign of the times. This article assesses the prophetic meaning for our future.
- Europe and the Church, Part 13: And One Is Yet to Come - The book of Revelation shows there is to be one more revival of the Roman Empire immediately prior to Christ's return. Is the European Union the prophesied revival?
- The Queen Shows Importance of the Monarchy in History of English-Speaking World - The movie, The Queen, concentrates on the events surrounding the death of Princess Diana, a week of severe trial for the British monarchy.
- A Page on the World: The West's Last Chance - Tony Blankley's subtitle asks, "Will We Win the Clash of Civilizations?" (2005, ISBN 0895260158).
- Lessons From the Beatitudes - Sometimes referred to as the "beautiful attitudes," the Beatitudes offer a study of the qualities and characteristics the "blessed of God" must develop.
- How Can We Make Life Work? - Some people recognize that living God's way holds great promise "of the life . . . which is to come." Far fewer understand that living a godly life also has benefits in "the life that now is"--that is, our present physical lives.
- 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.
- Walking Through the Valleys of Life - In this life we face trials. We are constantly exposed to a range of strains and stresses. However, we can call on several strategies to lessen the load. Here are a few effective steps.
- How Jacob Became Abraham's Heir - Isaac passed on the key covenant promises to Jacob: "May God Almighty bless you and make you fruitful and numerous, that you may be a company of peoples. May he give to you the blessing of Abraham, to you and to your offspring with you, so that you may take possession of the land where you now live as an alien-land that God gave to Abraham" (Genesis 28:3-4, NRSV).
- From Punishment to Destiny - God has not forgotten - nor will He ever forget - His promises to Abraham, Isaac and Jacob. The pages of history and prophecies yet to be fulfilled show God remaining true to every detail of His word.
- Thanksgiving: A Timeless Lesson - Are we aware of the true source of blessings and wealth?
- Can You Believe Bible Prophecy? - God's unerring prophecies of the kingdoms and empires of Babylon, Persia, Greece and Rome all came to pass in minute detail. If the Creator's prophecies came true in centuries past, can you -- and should you -- believe in Bible prophecy today?
- Does Bible Prophecy Matter? - The biblical record of prophecy is long and astoundingly accurate. No human seer could have accurately predicted the remarkable rise and fall of kingdoms, leaders and peoples that we find in the Bible.
- America and Britain's Global Reach -- Prophesied in the Bible? - The United States and Britain combined to defeat European tyranny in two world wars, then Iraqi tyranny twice in the last 12 years. Why has it fallen to them to police the world?
- Seeking God's Blessings - The Scriptures teach us not to set our heart on riches but to help people in genuine need and generously support the work of sharing God's truth with others.
- The Wealth of a Nation - The U.S. economy is very large, very deep and very entrenched in the global world. It is not going away overnight, and it will be around for some time yet, even if in a different role in relation to the rest of the world.
- God's Commitment to Abraham and His Descendants - The United States of America and the British Commonwealth of nations fit exacting criteria for the promises to Abraham's descendants. We embark on a study of historical evidence of the tribes of Israel from their beginning as a nation down to our day.
- Glossary (bsc5) - Word definitions for Bible Lesson 5.
- Blessed Are Your Eyes - We greatly prize the amazing sense of physical sight. But the ability to see spiritually is even more miraculous!
- "Generation @" Needs Godly Values in Space - You're likely scratching your head at that title or you may assume that it has something to do with NASA! Actually, it has to do with the Internet and something called MySpace, not outer space. This article examines an Internet phenomenon that's growing like wildfire, along with its pros and cons.
- Blood Clotting: A Biological Miracle - The only way this intricate system works is when many complicated chemical substances interact.
- The Scarlet Cord - A colored rope hanging from a window held great meaning for a woman in Jericho thousands of years ago. It also has special significance for us as Christians.
- The Debt We Owe to Elizabeth - Queen Elizabeth I's Cause for Religious Freedom
- Introduction (bsc12) - God reveals His splendid plan in the prophecies and teachings of the Scriptures. God has provided us with the keys to unlock His plan through His sacred festivals.
- The Feast of Unleavened Bread - Millions of people celebrate Easter in commemoration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Jesus never observed Easter, but there are a series of special days He celebrated while on earth. These days included the Passover and the Feast of Unleavened Bread. What relevance do these days have for Christians today?
- Biblical Phrases and Terms for God's Special People - The International Standard Bible Encyclopedia summarizes the other descriptions of the people of God in the New Testament: "This Church is not a human organization; it is God's workmanship
- 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.
- Introduction (CJ) - I write so that you may know how you ought to conduct yourself in . . . the church of the living God, the pillar and ground of the truth" (1Timothy 3:15).
- You Want to Pierce Your What? - Body piercing has become quite fashionable today. But is this practice wise and, more importantly, what does God think about it?
- Questions and Answers - Oct/Dec 2006 - The following questions and answers represent issues of interest to young people who want sound biblical advice.
- Bomb Squad: Removing War's Deadly Aftermath - Long after wars end, land mines continue to kill and maim innocent victims. How will this world be cleared of this deadly scourge?
- Oddities in Nature That Defy Evolution - Over one hundred years of research has provided numerous examples in nature in which complex organs in animals could not have developed by small, successive steps.
- Did Paul's Words to the Galatians Contradict His Actions? - If in Galatians 4:9-10 Paul was attempting to condemn Sabbath-keeping as bondage, his actions as recorded in the book of Acts show that he was either very confused or very hypocritical.
- A Page on the World: Menace in Europe - Claire Berlinski's book, subtitled "Why the Continent's Crisis Is America's, Too," provides an engaging analysis of modern Europe--and a warning (ISBN 1400097681).
- Man of the Century: The Life and Times of Pope John Paul II - Review of: Man of the Century: The Life and Times of Pope John Paul II by Jonathan Kwitney
- Review of The Abolition of Britain - A review of journalist Peter Hitchens' book, The Abolition of Britain, published by Quartet Books, London, 1999, 351 pages.
- A History of the English-Speaking Peoples Since 1900 - Andrew Roberts' history continues where Winston Churchill's ended, showing the blessings enjoyed by the United States and the countries that made up the British Empire.
- When Nations Die - Review of: When Nations Die by Jim Nelson Black
- Globalization Reviews - Reviews of The Lexus and the Olive Tree and The Great Betrayal.
- The Marketing of Evil - David Kupelian's book is subtitled "How Radicals, Elitists, and Pseudo-Experts Sell Us Corruption Disguised as Freedom" (2005, ISBN-13: 978-1581824599).
- A Page on the World: The Next Superpower? - Book review of "The Next Superpower?" By Ambassador Rockwell A. Schnabel
- Letters From Our Readers - Jan/Feb 2002 - Letters from the readers of the Good News magazine. January/February 2002.
- Letters from Our Readers - Jan/Feb 2008 - Readers of The Good News share their thoughts. Jan 2008
- Is the Book Worth Reading? - What do you read and why? Is it fiction or nonfiction? Does it really matter?
- A Page on the World...Books That Changed the World - Robert B. Downs gives landmarks in the history of ideas that can assist us in coming up to speed with many of the foundational thoughts that have shaped and molded the world for the past 500 years.
- The Five Books of Moses - Moses was the author of the first five books of the Bible. There is much corroborating evidence.
- The Five Books of Moses - Moses was the author of the first five books of the Bible. There is much corroborating evidence.
- Boring Teachers or Lazy Students - This principle of hard work is a critical value for all vertical thinkers!
- Radical Liberalism: What's the Harm? - Lawyers argue in U.S. courts that pornography falls under the constitutional right of free speech. There is a strong movement to replace Judeo-Christian influences in schools with extreme multiculturalism. Radical feminists denounce concepts of the traditional family. Homosexuals want to totally redefine marriage. What is happening to America?
- Going After the Good Stuff - Are you going to buy an expensive Sony Playstation? Would you believe a good book can be far more valuable? Benjamin Franklin said, "The great part of the miseries of mankind are brought upon them by false estimates they have made of the value of things."
- Letters From Our Readers - Jan/Feb 2003 - Letters from readers of the Good News Magazine, Jan/Feb 2003.
- To Tell the Truth - It will be difficult for some people to acknowledge the unsavory truth about their nation's sins.
- 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.
- Living God's Way Works - A mutiny in the South Seas brought nothing but woe, until a sailor stumbled across an old book.
- Mad Cow Disease: The Fear Alone Is Costly - Is it too late to contain the strange and cruel illness that could turn into an international catastrophe?
- The Golden Rule - Boy Scouts of America was formed because of "one good turn." If we all practiced the Golden Rule, what a wonderful world we would live in.
- Questions and Answers - Apr/Jun 2002 - Questions and answers on issues of interest to young people who want sound biblical advice.
- The Politics of Education: "It's Not the Money, Stupid! - "It's the economy, stupid!" was Clinton's theme in 1992. One of the greatest issues arising out of the current U.S. presidential election is the crisis in education. Most proposals include injecting large sums of money into the current educational system. But money alone will not bring the desired results.
- From Father Knows Best to "No Father Is Best:" - The American Psychological Association published an article asserting that fathers are not essential in the healthy development of children! In fact, they claim, fathers do more harm than good!
- Creating Winning Habits - It's possible to reengineer the surface of your own brain to be more successful in shooting baskets -- and much more!
- Exercise Your Body and Exercise Your Brain - Many focus on keeping their body in shape -- what about their brain?
- What About Reported Life-After-Death Experiences? - In the Bible death is described as a state of total unconsciousness devoid of awareness, knowledge or perception (Psalm 6:5; Ecclesiastes 9:5, 10). If we accept the Bible's description of death, we realize that those who returned to consciousness or were revived and later related their experiences were not really dead but in some unconscious state
- What About Reported Life-After-Death Experiences? - In the Bible death is described as a state of total unconsciousness devoid of awareness, knowledge or perception (Psalm 6:5; Ecclesiastes 9:5, 10). If we accept the Bible's description of death, we realize that those who returned to consciousness or were revived and later related their experiences were not really dead but in some unconscious state
- Successful Parenting Begins With the Brain - In the 21st century some of the ancient wisdom regarding the basics for childrearing has come full circle and is being recognized as the best our modern age can offer.
- Got a Decision to Make? Read This First! - It's easy to feel overwhelmed by major decisions with no clear answers. This seven-step process can help.
- A Different Breed of Warrior - One man earned six medals for heroism in World War Two. This hero without a gun waged a different kind of fight. Meet Desmond Doss.
- World News & Trends Jan 2009 - An overview of conditions around the world. Jan. 2009
- Give Us This Day Our Daily Bread - As human beings, we need physical food to survive. But the most important "bread of life" comes to us from Jesus Christ through God's Word and Holy Spirit, which replenish us.
- The Feast of Unleavened Bread - Millions of people celebrate Easter in commemoration of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Jesus never observed Easter, but there are a series of special days He celebrated while on earth. These days included the Passover and the Feast of Unleavened Bread. What relevance do these days have for Christians today?
- 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.
- The Bride of Christ - The Bible shows that God's Church is to be the Bride of Christ. Let's see what that means both now and in the future.
- Biblical Phrases and Terms for God's Special People - The International Standard Bible Encyclopedia summarizes the other descriptions of the people of God in the New Testament: "This Church is not a human organization; it is God's workmanship
- You're Invited to the Wedding! - God uses the analogy of a marriage and a wedding feast to give us a hint of what that moment will be like when faith, sacrifice, relationship, longing and fulfillment all come to the fore.
- God--Our Protector - In 2007 there was a terrible bridge collapse in Minnesota. This tragedy was just one of many events that have occurred in recent years. How can we deal with these types of incidents and other trials in our lives?
- What Lies Ahead for the British Monarchy and Commonwealth? - Why does it matter what happens to the British monarchy?
- 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.
- England's Growing Isolation - As the nations of mainland Europe become tightly bound together politically, economically and militarily, what are the consequences of England's more-independent path?
- Hong Kong Handover: Symbol of a Global Transfer of Power - A global power a century ago, once in control of a quarter of the world's landmass,Britian is lossing yet another key posession, Hong Kong.
- The Scottish Question - Scotland has voted to establish its own national parliament. What does this mean for the future of the United Kingdom?
- An Overview of Conditions Around the World - Jul/Aug 1998 - brief synopsis of world events
- World News and Trends - Mar/Apr 2004 - An Overview of Conditions Around the World, March/April 2004.
- World News & Trends Jan 2009 - An overview of conditions around the world. Jan. 2009
- The State of the Nation: Britain in Serious Moral Decline - Tawdry events, past and present, have shaken popular confidence in both governmental and religious authority figures in the United Kingdom. Overall, they reflect the gradual decline of traditional values caused in part by the combination of spreading secularism and growing ignorance of true biblical morality. Can current trends be halted and then reversed?
- Five Trends to Watch in Europe - From Santa Maria de Feira, Portugal, site of the latest major meeting of the European Commission, a report on what's ahead.
- Is Britain Rediscovering the Commonwealth? - Celebrations to mark the queen's Golden Jubilee centered on her role as head of the Commonwealth, the 54-nation multicultural organization that was once the British Empire. After decades of neglecting the institution, is Great Britain now strengthening its Commonwealth ties?
- Britain -- A Fresh Look at the Lack of Biblical Values - Material wealth often masks spiritual and moral poverty, and not just in the United States. Our correspondent in Britain sees evidence all around.
- World News Review Nov 2000 - World news review - Nov. 2000
- First the End of an Empire - Now the End of Britain? - Are we witnessing the end of the nation whose people, "relative to their numbers, contributed more to civilization than any other people since the ancient Greeks and Romans"?
- The Falkland Islands: One of Great Britain's last colonial possessions - A brief war was fought in 1982 between Britain and Argentina over the Falkland Islands.
- Keep Your Eye on Gibraltar! - The Rock is back in the news. But why has this small narrow peninsula been such a bone of contention between Britain and Spain for nearly 300 years? Clearly the current promise of a solution is not good news to everyone involved.
- Britain's Declining Respect for Biblical Values - Traditional values, like basic respect for the rights and dignity of others, are fast disappearing from a society steadily undermined by secularism and growing ignorance of the Bible. How do we rebuild a culture of respect?
- Britain: A Great Place to Live - Britain is still brimming with many charming and lovely people of basic integrity.
- Financial Crisis Crushing Britain - What does the future hold for Britain in the wake of the current financial crisis?
- World News Review Jul 2002 - World news review. July 2002.
- British Values Under Serious Threat - According to one recent poll, "Nine out of ten people [in the United Kingdom] believe that the social fabric of Britain is under threat because of family breakdown and rising crime" (The Daily Mail). Britain is following the same tragic path as all other Western nations. Basic values and standards are gradually being subverted on many levels. What can be done about it?
- European Union: An Idea Whose Time Has Come - The "glacier" of European unity is now moving at a faster pace.
- 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?
- The New European Constitution: the Last Battle for Britain? - No nation has successfully invaded Britain since the Norman Conquest in 1066. In effect, the European Union may be about to do what the Spanish Armada, Napoleon and Hitler attempted but failed. Many do not realize that the identity and sovereignty of the grand old British nation may be in serious jeopardy. What is the true biblical perspective? Our U.K. correspondent reports.
- The Last Battle for the British Empire - Great Britain is presently sustaining a massive assault on its Anglo-Saxon legacy of empire and culture. The current conflict is wide-ranging on several fronts and British tradition is gradually losing out.
- Different Elections -- Same Issues - Outside the United States, the same issues confront candidates in other elections.
- Wake Up to Events in Europe! - As the world currently focuses on Pakistan, Afghanistan, Iraq, Iran and Israel—not to mention a biting recession—it's easy to overlook important European events. Yet the European Union (EU) stands once again perched on the brink of approving the Lisbon Treaty (really the renamed EU Constitution), which is designed to drastically increase the structure, power and influence of this transnational governmental body. What will happen to Europe in the long run?
- A New Superpower? Europe Takes a Big Step Forward! - Newspaper headlines on both sides of the Atlantic heralded the Irish ratification of the Lisbon Treaty. "Ireland's Yes vote creates a more powerful Europe," said the Scotland on Sunday. The New York Times headline even contained prophetic overtones: "Gaining a Powerful Presidency, European Union Seeks a Job Description and a Leader." What is the long-term biblical significance?
- The Ironies Behind the Hampton Court Summit - An EU summit was hosted by the British prime minister at Hampton Court Palace, Henry VIII's home in the 16th century. While Henry severed Britain's tie to Europe, recent British governments have increasingly committed themselves to European unity.
- World News and Trends - September/October 2006 - An overview of conditions around the world. Sept 2006.
- Should America Play Ball With Iran? - We were told in a major cover article recently published by Newsweek, a popular American news magazine, that "they may not want the bomb... Iran isn't a dictatorship...[and] Iran may be ready to deal." Are these points basically true? Should the United States negotiate with the present leadership of this wayward nation -- regardless of its radical conduct in office?
- Mumbai Terror Attacks Highlight Global Nature of Threat From Radical Islam - Political correctness is still making it difficult for people in the West to understand fully the seriousness of the threat from radical Islam.
- How Britain Is Creating a Terror State Within - Melanie Phillips shows that Britain has become a gathering ground for Islamist terror groups, while the British establishment is in denial.
- Churchgoing on Its Knees in Britain - Within a generation, more Britons will probably be entering mosques than church buildings. Mainstream Christianity continues in freefall. What is the sure impact on British society?
- Review of The Abolition of Britain - A review of journalist Peter Hitchens' book, The Abolition of Britain, published by Quartet Books, London, 1999, 351 pages.
- How One of Today's 'Bad Guys' Ended the Scourge of Slavery - Two hundred years ago, Great Britain became the first major nation to abolish the slave trade. By the end of the century slavery had been abolished around the world. Here is the remarkable story of the abolition of the slave trade-and of its tragic return to plague the world.
- Sharp Rise in Teenage Promiscuity Afflicts Britain - As many as 150,000 British girls have been infected with a sexually transmissible disease primarily transmitted by promiscuous sexual activity.
- How Britain Is Creating a Terror State Within - Melanie Phillips shows that Britain has become a gathering ground for Islamist terror groups, while the British establishment is in denial.
- World News and Trends - Mar/Apr 2005 - An Overview of Conditions Around the World; Mar/Apr 2005
- Britain - Caught in the Middle - Britain caught between the U.S. and the E.U.
- New Proposal for Europe's Future - Will Europe move beyond economic union to political union? Notable European politicians continue to raise the call for moving in that direction. Others are equally passionate in their opposition. Does the current situation relate to the "iron and clay" prophecy of Daniel?
- Britain - Caught in the Middle - Britain caught between the U.S. and the E.U.
- Will the Special Relationship Survive? - The unique relationship that America and Great Britain have forged for more than a hundred years has done much to foster freedom, open markets and good will. When it passes, the world will be a different place.
- Will the EU Split the Special Relationship? - Former British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher once observed that the great lesson of the 20th century was that whenever the United States and Britain fight together, they always win. But now Britain has to make a crucial decision on its future -- a future that could mean the demise of the special relationship with the United States, ending a formidable, long-lasting alliance.
- Why the Anglo-American Brotherhood? - Just within the last three years, four major books, all by distinguished authors, have been published about the unique relationship between Britain and the United States. Why have these two countries changed the modern world? Only the Judeo/Christian Bible contains the master key to discovering the true answer.
- Financial Scandals Highlight Spiritual Void - Daily revelations of financial impropriety by members of Parliament dominated the British news headlines during the month of May. Respect for politicians and for Parliament itself is at an all-time low. A change of government is expected at the next election. But that won't change the root cause.
- Financial Scandals Highlight Spiritual Void - Daily revelations of financial impropriety by members of Parliament dominated the British news headlines during the month of May. Respect for politicians and for Parliament itself is at an all-time low. A change of government is expected at the next election. But that won't change the root cause.
- God's Commitment to Abraham and His Descendants - The United States of America and the British Commonwealth of nations fit exacting criteria for the promises to Abraham's descendants. We embark on a study of historical evidence of the tribes of Israel from their beginning as a nation down to our day.
- World News and Trends - Jan/Feb 2005 - An Overview of Conditions Around the World, Jan/Feb 2005
- 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.
- Britain's Declining Respect for Biblical Values - Traditional values, like basic respect for the rights and dignity of others, are fast disappearing from a society steadily undermined by secularism and growing ignorance of the Bible. How do we rebuild a culture of respect?
- An Overview of Conditions Around the World - Jul/Aug 2000 - A brief synopsis of world events. July/August 2000
- An Overview of Conditions Around the World - May/Jun 2001 - A brief synopsis of world events. May/June 2001
- Searching for a Mideast Peace - The long search for peace in Palestine.
- The Anglo-Catholic Unity Conundrum: Consider the Future Implications - Why does the Roman Catholic Church now seek to recruit disenchanted Anglican priests and lay members? How will Pope Benedict's ostensibly generous offer ultimately affect Europe? How do these European religious movements fit into Bible prophecy?
- World News & Trends March/April 2010 - An overview of conditions around the world. March 2010
- Britain: A Great Place to Live - Britain is still brimming with many charming and lovely people of basic integrity.
- Two Nations That Changed the World - Who are the British and American peoples? How do these two great powers - the United States and the nations comprising most of the former British Empire - fit into Bible prophecy?
- She Used to Be Our Queen, Too... - When Elizabeth II ascended the throne 50 years ago in 1952, Britian's African possessions were larger than the entire United States of America.
- 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?
- Is Britain Rediscovering the Commonwealth? - Celebrations to mark the queen's Golden Jubilee centered on her role as head of the Commonwealth, the 54-nation multicultural organization that was once the British Empire. After decades of neglecting the institution, is Great Britain now strengthening its Commonwealth ties?
- Fifty Years of the African Queen - Britain's Queen Elizabeth will celebrate 50 years on the throne this year. Few could have imagined the astounding changes in the nations of the British Commonwealth-particularly those in Africa-during her lifetime.
- The Last Battle for the British Empire - Great Britain is presently sustaining a massive assault on its Anglo-Saxon legacy of empire and culture. The current conflict is wide-ranging on several fronts and British tradition is gradually losing out.
- World News and Trends - Jul/Aug 1997 - A brief synposis of world events (July/August 1997).
- Different Elections -- Same Issues - Outside the United States, the same issues confront candidates in other elections.
- 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.
- Symbolism Abounds in Transfer of Hong Kong - Now, almost 50 years to the day since divesting itself of its Indian Empire, the British will hand over control of Hong Kong, the last major possession of the British crown. It's not just the end of an era for Hong Kong. It's the end of an era for Asia and Europe.
- America's Astounding Destiny: Was It Foretold in the Bible? - The rise of the United States of America from British colony to superpower is an incredible story worth retelling. Equally incredible is the fact that the rise of the United States and the British Empire was foretold thousands of years ago.
- America's Astounding Destiny: Rise to Greatness - Now we examine the foretelling of the United States' rise to greatness and its dramatic fulfillment.
- She Used to Be Our Queen, Too... - When Elizabeth II ascended the throne 50 years ago in 1952, Britian's African possessions were larger than the entire United States of America.
- America and Britain's Global Reach -- Prophesied in the Bible? - The United States and Britain combined to defeat European tyranny in two world wars, then Iraqi tyranny twice in the last 12 years. Why has it fallen to them to police the world?
- The Rise and Fall of Empires - With the relative stability the Western world has enjoyed over recent decades, it's hard to imagine that we could be on the verge of another earthshaking shift, a transition from one dominant empire to the next.
- Could America Be Replaced as the Global Superpower? - Great powers come and go. For more than six decades the United States has been the world's dominant power. Seventy years ago, Great Britain—with its vast empire—was the world's greatest power. Could the United States follow Britain into decline and be replaced by another power? Are we seeing the first stages?
- He Set Ephraim Before Manasseh - As memories of the British Empire fade into the distant past, many think the United States is Ephraim and Britain Manasseh. There are sound historical reasons for this not being the case.
- The Last Battle for the British Empire - Great Britain is presently sustaining a massive assault on its Anglo-Saxon legacy of empire and culture. The current conflict is wide-ranging on several fronts and British tradition is gradually losing out.
- First the End of an Empire - Now the End of Britain? - Are we witnessing the end of the nation whose people, "relative to their numbers, contributed more to civilization than any other people since the ancient Greeks and Romans"?
- A Study in Contrasts - Over a month after the voting, the results of the Zimbabwe presidential election still have not been officially announced. The autocratic president of Zimbabwe, who has been in power for almost three decades since the fall of Rhodesia, is clearly reluctant to hand over power. The current government has turned the breadbasket of Africa into an economic disaster with the highest inflation rate in the world. It raises the question: Why did Rhodesia work when Zimbabwe doesn't?
- First the End of an Empire - Now the End of Britain? - Are we witnessing the end of the nation whose people, "relative to their numbers, contributed more to civilization than any other people since the ancient Greeks and Romans"?
- A History of the English-Speaking Peoples Since 1900 - Andrew Roberts' history continues where Winston Churchill's ended, showing the blessings enjoyed by the United States and the countries that made up the British Empire.
- Suez - Important Lessons From an Event 50 Years Ago - When Egyptian President Gamal Abdel Nasser nationalized the Suez Canal 50 years ago, it started a chain of events whose results are still being felt today.
- World News Review November 1999 - World news - Nov 1993
- The Global Reach of America and Britain -- Prophesied in the Bible? - Margeret Thatcher: "The great lesson of the 20th century is that whenever the American and British peoples stand together, they always win."
- The Last Battle for the British Empire - Great Britain is presently sustaining a massive assault on its Anglo-Saxon legacy of empire and culture. The current conflict is wide-ranging on several fronts and British tradition is gradually losing out.
- An Overview of Conditions Around the World - Mar/Apr 1997 - World without war; Crime and sexual freedom; extreme weather; British monarchy; Church unity
- British Values Under Serious Threat - According to one recent poll, "Nine out of ten people [in the United Kingdom] believe that the social fabric of Britain is under threat because of family breakdown and rising crime" (The Daily Mail). Britain is following the same tragic path as all other Western nations. Basic values and standards are gradually being subverted on many levels. What can be done about it?
- An Overview of Conditions Around the World - Jul/Aug 2000 - A brief synopsis of world events. July/August 2000
- Redefining Morality: Why a Torrent of Trouble Threatens to Engulf Us - Today the major English-speaking nations watch as a storm of problems draws ever nearer, a storm created by hostile forces that blurred and weakened their sense of morality. Does the Bible indicate where we will go from here?
- World News and Trends - March/April 2007 - An overview of conditions around the world. March 2007.
- World News & Trends January 2010 - An overview of conditions around the world. January 2010
- U.K.'s Scandal Plagues Parliament - Britain has drastically changed in the past generation. Many lament the lack of values and adherence to a Judeo-Christian religious ethic that puts the Ten Commandments squarely in the center of a moral life.
- Financial Scandals Highlight Spiritual Void - Daily revelations of financial impropriety by members of Parliament dominated the British news headlines during the month of May. Respect for politicians and for Parliament itself is at an all-time low. A change of government is expected at the next election. But that won't change the root cause.
- 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.
- World News & Trends: July/August 2009 - An overview of conditions around the world. July 2009
- Advocates of British-Israelism - Focusing on the biblical promises, some scholars have undertaken extensive research to advance the knowledge that God's promised blessings to Abraham's descendants have largely been fulfilled in the British and American peoples.
- World News Review February 2006 - World News - Feb. 2006
- Friendship Gone Wrong - No one likes to think about friendships that come to an end, but sometimes this is the necessary course of action. Here are some points to consider when you face this decision.
- "Father, Please Heal My Broken Heart" - The emotional pain inflicted on us by others can be far worse than the physical wounds we experience. What is the right ointment for wounded hearts?
- Only 17: Broken Laws--Broken Dreams - On a cold, wintry day in November of 1993, my daughter and I experienced one of the saddest days of our life together -- a day that will be etched in our minds forever.
- You Raise Me Up, Because You Are Your Brother's Keeper - Sobering statistics demonstrate how swiftly society is self-destructing. We especially see self-destructive behavior in our teens. Are we to be our "brother's keeper" and help one another?
- Liberte! Egalite! Fraternite! - More than 200 years ago these three French words reverberated through the streets of Paris during the French Revolution. If only every society could truly practice the biblical version of liberty, equality and brotherhood! Yet the time is coming when they will.
- How Can You Get Along With Brothers and Sisters? - Sometimes sibling rivalries can make you wonder if "brotherly love" is an oxymoron -- a contradiction of terms. But here are some tips that can help promote peace.
- Are We Our Brother's Keeper? - Are we our brother's keeper?
- Christmas Before Christ: The Surprising Truth! - If you discovered that Christmas had nothing to do with Jesus Christ's birth and actually predates that event by centuries, would you still celebrate the holiday? And if you realized that the Bible reveals Holy Days commanded by God, would you celebrate them instead?
- The Debt Trap: How Do I Get Free? - The steps necessary to free ourselves from debt aren't difficult to understand, but they do take commitment. Once committed to the challenge, you will find the results liberating-and the reward will be one that lasts a lifetime, usually even longer.
- Managing Your Finances in Tough Times: Five Steps You Can Take - In these serious economic times, what can you do to strengthen your family's financial position? Here are five crucial steps you can take to put your finances on a more sound footing.
- Avoiding Financial Black Holes - Gives advice about spending wisely, and about managing one's income.
- Keys to Successful Money Management - When we decide to use our money according to applicable scriptural principles, we soon see the need for planning and review.
- Are We Living in a "9/10" Economy? - Global financial markets were rocked last month following rising defaults affecting mortgage-backed securities. What does this mean for the world's money supply and confidence in Western financial institutions? Are we on the verge of a major upheaval in the world economy?
- Saying Good-bye to Our Family's Barn - Watching our family's barn being torn down was an emotional experience. It takes so much more to build than to tear down.
- The Citadel and the Caravan - In explaining Europe to Americans, and America to Europeans, I have sometimes used the analogy of a citadel and a caravan. Europe is the citadel and America the caravan.
- Monarchs in the News - A tragedy in Nepal and an election in Bulgaria brought attention to the world's remaining monarchies - and the possible restoration of former monarchies in Europe.
- What You Need to Know About School Bullies - Here are some steps you should take if you or someone you know is being bullied.
- Surviving the Bullies: A Story of Answered Prayer - God can sometimes answer the simplest of prayers in the most surprising of ways.
- Child Abuse: What Kids Are Doing to Kids - Children are hurting each other but what can be done? See how God says we should handle ourselves.
- Surviving the Bullies: A Story of Answered Prayer - God can sometimes answer the simplest of prayers in the most surprising of ways.
- "Know God, Know Peace" - Without God, it's difficult to make things make sense. With God, life has a meaning and purpose that transcends the troubling headlines of today and offers hope and promise for this life and beyond.
- "Please Lord, Save Me From Your Followers" - Have you ever wondered what kind of bumper stickers YOUR example may inspire?
- 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?
- Surprising Archaeological Find: Proof of Jesus' Existence? - Have scholars found firm evidence of the existence of Jesus Christ, His earthly father and one of His half brothers? An intriguing find bears their names.
- 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.
- Islamic Culture in Europe: Main Street or Side Street? - Controversies over minarets and burkas highlight larger questions about the clash of cultures and whether Europe's religious heritage should be defended.
- God Works in Mysterious Ways - Who would have thought I would have to leave my country to find a church that existed in my own city? This experience took me to Africa and back. And I returned home with two sweet rewards.
- Two Men and a Valley - The world will never have lasting peace so long as men reserve for war the finest human qualities. (John Foster Dulles)
- Leadership Under Siege Around the World - Top Western leaders are under severe attack by the world's media. It is but another baleful sign of the times. This article assesses the prophetic meaning for our future.
- 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."
- Could Ahmadinejad Be Daniel's "King of the South"? - American President Bush and Iranian President Ahmadinejad. That there could be any comparison at all initially seems improbable to say the least! But making the comparison yields both parallels and paradoxes, and it may predict a colossal confrontation in the making.
- The Scourge of Corruption - What does the Bible tell us about corruption and its causes and consequences?
- Greed Is the News of the Day - A warning for American business leaders: Don't give in to the selfish pulls of personal ambition and vanity. Don't look only at the bottom line of profit or stock value as the measure of success.
- Are You Missing Out on a Blessing From God? - Time. It's the one thing that you can never recover. Is your life hectic and out of control? You may be missing out on a special gift from God.
- Making Prayer a Priority - Being too busy is one of many barriers that can trip up our prayer life. What can we do to better take advantage of the priceless privilege of communicating with our Creator?
- Wagon of Rocks - Years ago Mr. Herbert W. Armstrong admonished us to simplify our lives. I think most of us are still working on this, trying to find our rhythm.
- Career, Home and Family: Can Women Really Do It All? - Family workloads have increased a great deal from several decades ago. Millions of moms work outside the home by choice or necessity. How can families handle the juggling act?
- Flight of the Monarch - God's design of a delicate butterfly reminds us of the tender love He has for mankind.
- A Buying Self-Test - Before committing to a purchase, give yourself this self-test to determine whether your purchase would be a wise decision.
- A Buying Self-Test - Before committing to a purchase, give yourself this self-test to determine whether your purchase would be a wise decision.
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