"K" - Topic Index

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Kazakhstan
  1. Russian Resurgence in a Unipolar World (l) - Russia is a superpower no longer, so what is behind President Putin's bold actions toward Hamas, Iran, Eastern Europe and China? Russia will play a critical role in geopolitics and globalization in the 21st century. No longer a superpower, it is still a superplayer.
Kenya
  1. Vacuum of Leadership Grips Kenya (l) - Stable, tourist-friendly Kenya turned violent after a disputed presidential election. This highlights a crisis in leadership in today's world.
  2. A Study in Contrasts (l) - 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?
  3. The Bible of All Cultures (l) - No matter when or where we live, the Bible is God's Word to teach you -- and everyone -- how to live His way.
  4. Brick by Brick (l) - "We could not have done anything single-handedly. In our culture, when you lose someone in the family, people come to stay with you. The Israelis have come to stay with us."
Kindness
  1. Kindness: From the Heart to the Helping Hand (l) - God's nature is that of incredible loving-kindness toward all people. And He will kindly help His followers cultivate the much-needed fruit of godly kindness.
  2. Look Beyond the Surface (l) - Sometimes what we see on the outside is meaningless. It just doesn't tell the whole story.
  3. Children of Mercies (l) - God's mercy is one of his most endearing qualities. As his children, three ways we can practice mercy are providing physically for our fellow man, comforting those who need it and forgiving others who wrong us out of love.
  4. Handhold, Splintered Reed or Stumbling Block? (l) - When someone needs a hand to hold, a shoulder to cry on, or someone to listen, can they turn to you?
  5. A Dinner Invitation (l) - What goes through your mind as you prepare for a dinner guest?
  6. Dr. Treves and the Elephant Man (l) - Where is your focus? Do you show outward concern for others
  7. Practicing Love, Honor and Respect (l) - The Scriptures summarize the way we should interact with other people: practice love, honor and respect
  8. How You Can Help Those Worn Down by Weariness (l) - In the July-August 2020 issue of Beyond Today we discussed ways to deal with weariness. Here we discuss how we can help others who are facing that same struggle.
  9. An Act of Kindness (l) - The importance of your example to others.
King Hussein
  1. "A Father to the Fatherless (l) - I want to share with you a remarkable example of a man now dead, whose memory lives in the heart of the fatherless, and whose legacy can be a tool for understanding our role in future events.
  2. King Hussein, a Man for His Time? (l) - The Arab world is one which connotes danger, turmoil and death. One man, however, had the courage to spread to this region a visionary antidote to such evils.
  3. King Hussein's Uncertain Legacy (l) - Power passes to the next generation in a key Middle Eastern Kingdom.
King of the north
  1. Setting the stage for European-Mideast conflict (l) - The lengthy prophecy of Daniel 11 speaks of ongoing conflict between rulers to the north and south of the land of Israel, with verse 45 referring to an end-time King of the South pushing at a final King of the North.
  2. Europe at a Crossroads (l) - Europe may be waking up to a new reality -- that waves of Muslim immigrants and Islamic terror attacks are transforming the continent before our eyes. Does Bible prophecy indicate where events might be heading?
  3. Putin and Russia's Push for Power (l) - What's going on in Russia under the leadership of President Vladimir Putin?
  4. The "King of the North" vs. the "King of the South" (l) - In Daniel 10 and 11, there is another prophecy that has end-time implications. It's important because it reveals the political climate and tensions in the Middle East preceding both the first and second appearances of Jesus Christ as the Messiah. In both instances, Jerusalem is at the center of the political conflicts of the time.
King of the south
  1. Is Iran the New Mideast Superpower? (l) - The Middle East is at the center of Bible prophecy. Iran looks set to become the new regional superpower as the United States and its allies withdraw from or sharply reduce their presence in the region. What are the consequences--especially for the Jewish nation of Israel?
  2. The New Population Bomb and Prophecy (l) - One problem with the current population explosion is not so much how many people there will be in the future, but where this increase will be located.
  3. Egypt's Revolution: Will It Unsettle the Middle East? (l) - What's behind the revolutionary fever sweeping the Arab world? It's already having a major impact in the region and may spawn key changes needed to fulfill end-time events.
  4. What's Behind the Turmoil in Egypt? (l) - Recent headlines have been filled with accounts of riots, protests and demonstrations in several Middle Eastern countries. What's behind them? What does it all mean? Does Bible prophecy provide any clues?
  5. The Origins and Future of the Mideast Conflict Over Israel (l) - Why is there so much unrest in the Middle East? Why do we see constant strife between the Israelis and their neighbors? The answers to these questions didn't begin with the formation of the state of Israel in 1948. The history of these conflicts goes back 4,000 years and is recorded in a place many people would never think to look - the Bible!
  6. Turmoil: What's Behind the Unrest Sweeping the Middle East? (l) - Riots and demonstrations have left governments trembling across North Africa and the Middle East. Is democracy about to triumph in the region, or could we see a very different outcome, one indicated by Bible prophecy?
  7. The Koran and Conquest: A Look at Islamic Theology (l) - Why do we hear of so much terrorism originating in the Muslim world? Will an examination of Islam's history and its holy book, the Koran, help us to understand?
  8. Syria's Part in a New Middle East (l) - Former U.N. Secretary-General Kofi Annan pressed the embattled government of Syrian President Bashar Assad to accept a peace plan that would impose an immediate cease-fire between Assad's forces and rebels, deliver humanitarian aid to Syria's beleaguered people and force the government into dialogue with the opposition.
  9. The Middle East: Focus of End-Time Prophecy (l) - We often see the Middle East catapulted to the forefront of news programs around the world. Even faraway nations are deeply affected by what happens in this volatile region. You need to understand what has been prophesied to occur there and why.
  10. Will Iran Again Influence a U.S. Presidential Election? (l) - More than 30 years ago, Iran's theocratic regime influenced the result of the U.S. presidential election. Once again, Iran is set to be a major factor in an American election.
  11. Is the Stage Being Set for the Fulfillment of Daniel 11? (l) - Daniel 11 contains a long and detailed prophecy, largely fulfilled between the time of Alexander the Great and Jesus Christ. But part of the prophecy remains to be fulfilled "at the time of the end." Recent events appear to be setting the stage for the fulfillment of this pivotal prophecy.
  12. The "King of the North" vs. the "King of the South" (l) - In Daniel 10 and 11, there is another prophecy that has end-time implications. It's important because it reveals the political climate and tensions in the Middle East preceding both the first and second appearances of Jesus Christ as the Messiah. In both instances, Jerusalem is at the center of the political conflicts of the time.
  13. World News and Trends - Sep/Oct 2004 (l) - An Overview of Conditions Around the World, Sept/Oct 2004.
  14. Egypt's Coming Transition (l) - Egypt's president recently turned 78 years old and a change of leadership is the subject of speculation. What does the future hold for this large Arab nation?
  15. New Military Might in the Middle East (l) - Nations that initially formed a common market now move to form a common military. It's a logical and necessary step. But what effect will it have on its members and the rest of the world?
  16. Still Not Fully Realized -- The West Is Fighting for Its Survival (l) - Islamic fundamentalism became front-page news after Sept. 11 -- but that doesn't mean there was no problem earlier. There certainly was plenty of warning, although nobody could have predicted the precise way in which fundamentalists would get the West's attention. Few would have listened anyway.
  17. Could Ahmadinejad Be Daniel's "King of the South"? (l) - 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.
Kingdom of God - and Christ's coming
  1. Not by Might or by Power (l) - The ideal of a "peaceable kingdom" has held men's imaginations for centuries. Many efforts have been made to create this perfect utopia. How will it come - by human effort or by the power of God?
  2. Jesus' Warning to "Watch" - Just What Did He Mean? (l) - Jesus and the apostles exhort us to actively "watch"! We need to understand all that they meant and the wide-ranging implications. Our survival and salvation could depend on that understanding and action!
  3. Jesus Christ's Return and Coming Reign (l) - The return of Jesus Christ as King and Kings and Lord of Lords is a truth frequently reaffirmed in the Bible.
  4. The Promise of a Coming Kingdom (l) - A careful examination of the Bible reveals that the next phase of the Kingdom of God is nothing short of a world-ruling monarchy that God will establish on this earth through Jesus Christ!
  5. The King of the Coming Kingdom (l) - The writings of the Hebrew prophets contain many references to the coming of the divinely anointed King. According to prophecy, God will give Jesus Christ an eternal Kingdom in which He will rule over "peoples, nations, and languages".
  6. Jesus Christ's 1,000-Year Reign on Earth (l) - We live in a deeply troubled age. Yet a magnificent, 1,000-year period of peace and prosperity is coming. What does this mean for you?
  7. Dictatorships: Why Are They So Common? (l) - As the U.S. and Britain defied much of world opinion to overthrow an entrenched dictator in Iraq, a question logically arose: Why is it that so many countries seem to naturally embrace dictatorship?
  8. The Kingdom of God: The Heart of Christ's Message (l) - The central theme of Jesus Christ's message was the Kingdom of God. What did he teach about this Kingdom, and why is there so much confusion about it?
  9. Will Christ Return? (l) - Do you believe in the return of Jesus Christ? Should you believe it? What difference does it make?
  10. The Real Millennium (l) - At the dawning of a new millennium, is it time to consider what we should do to prepare for the real utopian Millennium promised in the Bible?
  11. Why Will Christ Return? (l) - Many churched understand and teach that Jesus Christ will return. Far fewer know why He will return and what will happen when he returns.
Kingdom of God - description of
  1. Rod of Iron": A User's Guide (l) - What does the book of Revelation mean when it describes the saints helping Christ rule the nations with "a rod of iron"? What training is necessary to use this tool?
  2. War and Peace (l) - How will true peace come to this troubled planet?
  3. A Return to Eden: When Hunger and Disease Disappear (l) - The plight of the sick, poor and hungry makes us long for the day when a real utopia spreads around the earth!
  4. What the World Tomorrow Will Be Like (l) - Are you tired of bad news? Do you grieve over the never-ending cycle of mayhem and madness assaulting you daily through the TV, the Internet and the print media, to say nothing of the trying events of your life and the lives of loved ones? Well, here is some good news! The world is about to change dramatically--for the better!
  5. What Will Christ's Reign Be Like? (l) - The Bible makes it clear that Jesus Christ will return to the earth as King and Messiah. But how will He rule? Does Bible prophecy give us descriptions of His reign?
  6. God's Plan to End Evil and Suffering (l) - Is God blind to evil and human suffering? Why doesn't He intervene to put a stop to it? Or could it be that it's we who are blind to what God is doing and that humankind must learn some major lessons before He puts an end to evil?
  7. The World Beyond Today: What Lies in Store? (l) - "The world has never had it so good." This is how one prominent editor and writer described the current human condition in a recent editorial. Is he right, or should we be looking beyond today's world for a fabulous utopian age long foretold in the pages of the Bible?
  8. The Law of God's Kingdom (l) - The Bible proclaims that the Kingdom of God is coming to this earth. Every kingdom has a king and laws. In God's Kingdom, Jesus Christ will be King, and God's laws will be the law of the land -- and what a wonderful difference that will make!
  9. Our "Rod of Iron": A User's Guide (l) - What does the book of Revelation mean when it describes the saints helping Christ rule the nations with "a rod of iron"? What training is necessary to use this tool?
  10. The Wonderful World Beyond Today! Part 3, Refreshing News: God's Government Is Coming! (l) - After thousands of years of abuse, corruption and misrule, finally there will be a government that is always for the people -- truly serving with everyone's best interest in mind.
  11. Change Is Coming: Five Ways Jesus Christ Will Change Government Forever (l) - Politicians try to win votes with promises of change. Yet all too often nothing really changes or we end up with even bigger problems. However, that doesn't mean great change isn't coming. Your Bible reveals how monumental government change will come about!
  12. The Wonderful World Beyond Today! Part 5, The End of Hunger and Disease: Return to Eden (l) - The plight of the sick, poor and hungry makes us long for the day when a real utopia spreads around the earth!
  13. Coming Soon: The Magnificent Millennium (l) - The fact that a large portion of Bible prophecy describes the Millennium proves it is extremely important to God. And the more you understand it, the more important it will be to you!
  14. What Will Those Converted Today Do in The Millennium? (l) - Jesus Christ wants you to work with Him in serving people in His Kingdom! What will He have you do?
  15. What's in Your Future? (l) - We're born, we live, we die and then we're history. But when we're young we think about our future!
  16. Bible Mini-Study: Train Now to Help Jesus Christ Rule (l) - Jesus Christ is coming back to earth as King of the Kingdom of God to save the human race from destroying itself. How will the rebellious and traumatized citizens of this world become the peaceful subjects of God's Kingdom? Who will help serve and teach the people? What does the Bible say about the citizens of the Kingdom of God?
  17. Real Utopia Is Coming to Earth! (l) - Humanity is bringing our planet to the point of destruction, but the Bible shows that Jesus Christ will intervene. How will His government, laws and citizens change the world? What will the wonderful benefits of the Kingdom of God be?
  18. Coming (l) - The Eternal God has designed and planned an amazing future civilization for you and all people. Discover when it will come, what it will be like and why it's the best news you could ever hear!
  19. A Dream Come True (l) - Jesus Christ promised to return and not simply clean up the corruption of ongoing earthly rule, but completely replace all temporal entities with a completely new and perfect government--one that truly serves the people.
  20. The Entire World is in Need of a Heart Transplant (l) - God promises a world of peace and prosperity will come (Micah 4:1-4 [1] But in the last days it shall come to pass, that the mountain of the house of the LORD shall be established in the top of the mountains, and it shall be exalted above the hills; and people shall flow unto it. [2] And many nations shall come, and say, Come, and let us go up to the mountain of the LORD, and to the house of the God of Jacob; and he will teach us of his ways, and we will walk in his paths: for the law shall go forth of Zion, and the word of the LORD from Jerusalem. [3] And he shall judge among many people, and rebuke strong nations afar off; and they shall beat their swords into plowshares, and their spears into pruninghooks: nation shall not lift up a sword against nation, neither shall they learn war any more. [4] But they shall sit every man under his vine and under his fig tree; and none shall make them afraid: for the mouth of the LORD of hosts hath spoken it. )! It's what everyone has always wanted, but mankind has never been able to achieve it. Why?
  21. The Way of Peace (l) - Though Christ's rule will begin by halting wars using supernatural force, soon peace will spread through education in the way of peace.
  22. The Wonders of the World Beyond Today (l) - You've heard of the seven wonders of the ancient world, and some have tried to list the buildings and monuments that could be considered the wonders of the modern world. But what will the wonders of God's Kingdom be?
  23. The Good News of a World Set Free (l) - "They shall not hurt nor destroy in all My holy mountain, for the earth shall be full of the knowledge of the Lord as the waters cover the sea" (Isaiah 11:9).
  24. Life in God's Family (l) - Never underestimate the value of your life. You were born to become one of God's divine children. You were born to receive His very nature and character and, eventually, eternal life on His level of existence.
  25. An Evil Influence Removed (l) - Before Jesus Christ can transform the world through the Kingdom of God, he must first remove Satan's poisonous influence from humanity. Satan, that evil, murderous spirit, will be banished and his power over humans broken.
  26. The Reign of a New Kingdom (l) - The events at the return of Christ and the establishment of the kingdom of God.
  27. The Millennium and Peace on Earth (l) - The Bible clearly states that Jesus Christ will return to earth. But why? And what does Bible prophecy tell us about the world after His return?
  28. What Heaven on Earth Will Be Like (l) - God's Word has astounding prophecies and promises for the future of planet earth. What will that future be like? How will it be different from our world of today?
  29. Yearning for God's Kingdom Helps Us Now (l) - Will longing for the Kingdom that Jesus Christ will bring tomorrow benefit our lives today? Yes it will! Here are seven ways.
  30. Jesus' Reign on Earth - What Will It Be Like? (l) - Bible readers understand that Jesus Christ will return to earth to reign as King. But what will He do as King, and what will His reign be like?
  31. Five Ways Jesus Christ Will Change the World (l) - Coming soon -- the spectacular and glorious return of our Savior returning as King of Kings to establish the Kingdom of God throughout the earth! Here are just five of the changes His rule will bring.
  32. Just What Is the Millennium? (l) - The old Latin word Millennium doesn't appear in the English Bible, but it has been used to describe a prophesied time of peace. Is it a biblical allegory, or will it be real? What should the Millennium mean to you?
  33. Something for Jerusalem to Celebrate (l) - According to Bible prophecy, Jerusalem will serve as a model city for the entire world. But only under the righteous government of God.
  34. The Center of God's New Global Village (l) - God's temple will stand in the center of God's global village in Jerusalem. This will provide the seat for a civilization centered on the universal principles and laws of Almighty God.
  35. The Feast of Prosperity (l) - Our world is wracked by poverty,injustice and turmoil. But a little known biblical festival reveals how a new world of peace and prosperity will dawn.
  36. 'One of the Lucky Ones' (l) - With so much suffering in the world, can we have hope for a brighter tomorrow?
  37. Real Life in the Millennium (l) - God has given wonderful promises of a world of peace and prosperity. But does the Bible teach that the Millennium will provide a life of ease, a life without challenges? Does Bible prophecy show us that people will be prevented from taking any action that would disturb the harmony of a world under God's government? Since God's purpose requires people to grow in godly character, and since character requires freedom of choice, perhaps the reality of this wonderful world will include a few surprises.
  38. Till We Meet in That Better Kingdom (l) - "I have done what I could" should describe what Christians need to be about, till we meet in that "better Kingdom."
  39. God's Plan for World Peace: A Sure Thing! (l) - Mankind's agreements for enduring peace never last. But God has promised us a period of peace that will endure for 1,000 years. Can we realistically believe that promise?
  40. A Long Time From Now in a Galaxy Far, Far Away... (l) - Science fiction movies portray intelligent life already living on other planets and in other galaxies. Could it be true? If not, then why did God create such a vast universe?
  41. Good Government: The Best Is Yet to Come (l) - Much of history is a chronology of failed governments. While at times governments have shown potential for great strides in bettering people's lives, still humanity aches for good government--and it is coming!
  42. Planning for Life: Be Sure Your Career Path Fits God's Goals (l) - How can you narrow the field to know which direction to head in choosing a career?
  43. Utopia: Fantasy or Future Reality? (l) - The idea of a perfect human society has intrigued and excited visionaries and philosophers for centuries. Mankind has tried many kinds of governments throughout history, but utopia remains an elusive dream, seemingly forever out of reach. Will a perfect world remain an unattainable fantasy, or is it part of our common human destiny?
  44. A Day in the Kingdom of God (l) - A personal reflection on a day yet to come -- in a wonderful world tomorrow.
  45. How World Peace Will Come (l) - God has promised us 1,000 years of peace. Yet human efforts to achieve enduring peace have always failed. Here is the amazing story of how God will usher in a golden age of lasting peace for all mankind.
  46. Day of Rain, Day of Sun (l) - In early June America laid to rest its 40th president, Ronald Reagan. The weeklong remembrance and celebration of this man's life was a welcome pause in the political season.
  47. Heaven on Earth (l) - Is an earthly paradise possible? Believe it or not, it's more than a possibility. It's a certainty!
  48. God's Awesome Purpose for Those in the First Resurrection (l) - When Christ returns to establish the Kingdom of God on earth, those in the first resurrection will serve as judges and priests and will "reign on the earth".
  49. Jesus Christ's Unfinished Business (l) - Christ's apostles looked forward to a time when the laws of God will be widely taught by Christ the Master Teacher and everyone will live by them.
  50. Millennium (l) - Learn what God's Elect will do during the Millennium.
  51. What Will the Kingdom of God Mean for You? (l) - In this magazine we often write about what the Bible refers to as the Kingdom of God -- the government Jesus will establish after He returns to earth. But what will the Kingdom of God do for you? Why should you look forward to that period of time? You need to know the answer!
Kingdom of God - gospel of
  1. Seven Truths From Jesus Christ About the Real Secret: The Kingdom of God (l) - Jesus called descriptions of the way to enter the Kingdom of God and its principles "mysteries" - secrets or hidden truths most people don't understand.
  2. The Good News of the Kingdom of God (l) - The Bible proclaims a consistent message from beginning to end concerning the Kingdom of God, a message delivered throughout the ages by God's servants.
  3. Are There Different Gospels? (l) - Different terms describe the same gospel. They simply emphasize different aspects of the same wonderful message.
  4. Why Don't People Understand the Kingdom of God? (l) - The Kingdom of God was a central part of Jesus Christ's message and thus a major theme of the Bible. So why is it so rarely understood, and why isn't it commonly taught today?
  5. 6. The Gospel of the Kingdom will be Preached in the Entire World (l) - In His major end-time prophecy, Jesus answers the question posed by the disciples: "When will these things be? And what will be the sign of your coming, and of the end of the age?" (Matthew 24:3And as he sat upon the mount of Olives, the disciples came unto him privately, saying, Tell us, when shall these things be? and what shall be the sign of thy coming, and of the end of the world?).
  6. Hope for a Troubled World (l) - Every individual, regardless of race, national origin or sex, will, in time, have the opportunity to be called by God and to hear and respond to the good news of the Kingdom of God and to the testimony of Jesus' life, death and resurrection.
  7. The King of the Coming Kingdom (l) - The writings of the Hebrew prophets contain many references to the coming of the divinely anointed King. According to prophecy, God will give Jesus Christ an eternal Kingdom in which He will rule over "peoples, nations, and languages".
  8. Summary (l) - Our world is dominated by the great deceiver, Satan the devil. In the meantime, "this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in all the world as a witness to all the nations.
  9. Shocking Teachings of Jesus - The Kingdom of God (l) - Many think the gospel message is solely about Jesus as Savior. But this is untrue. Do you understand the biblical truth about the gospel?
  10. Are You Missing Out on Something? (l) - If you're like most people, you have a vague feeling there must be more to life than meets the eye. Discover how you can find that missing ingredient in your life.
  11. World Heading Into the Perfect Storm (l) - 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.
  12. What Is the Gospel Jesus Christ Taught? (l) - If we are to understand the point of Jesus' teachings, message and mission, we need to be sure we understand the gospel - the good news - that he taught.
Kingdom of God - need for
  1. Refreshing News: God's Government Is Coming! (l) - After thousands of years of abuse, corruption and misrule, finally there will be a government that is always for the people--truly serving with everyone's best interest in mind. Part three of a series.
  2. A Return to Eden: When Hunger and Disease Disappear (l) - The plight of the sick, poor and hungry makes us long for the day when a real utopia spreads around the earth!
  3. What the World Tomorrow Will Be Like (l) - Are you tired of bad news? Do you grieve over the never-ending cycle of mayhem and madness assaulting you daily through the TV, the Internet and the print media, to say nothing of the trying events of your life and the lives of loved ones? Well, here is some good news! The world is about to change dramatically--for the better!
  4. Coming: God's Solutions to the World's Problems (l) - Nearly everywhere we look, the world seems to be spinning out of control. Why do we see so many problems? Can we find a solution? Does the Bible offer hope for answers?
  5. A Return to Eden: An End to Hunger and Disease (l) - The plight of the sick, poor and hungry makes us long for the day when a real utopia will spread around the earth!
  6. Good Government and Politics (l) - Is it possible to have good government in a world of selfishness, cheating and lies?
  7. Man is a Wolf to Man (l) - Homo homini Iupus--Latin proverb. We see the truth of this proverb in history. But will it always be so?
  8. The Wonderful World Beyond Today! Part 3, Refreshing News: God's Government Is Coming! (l) - After thousands of years of abuse, corruption and misrule, finally there will be a government that is always for the people -- truly serving with everyone's best interest in mind.
  9. A 45-Year-Old Dream With Shades of Eternity (l) - like Dr. King, we choose to ring a bell of moral clarity in a world that wants to be left alone to go its own way. We choose to ring a bell of warning to awaken those nations that mistakenly interpret the patient mercy of God for the lack of a sure Judgment Day that is coming upon the nations. We rejoice in ringing a bell of freedom's joy that the very real Kingdom of God under Jesus Christ is coming to this earth.
  10. The Wonderful World Beyond Today! Part 5, The End of Hunger and Disease: Return to Eden (l) - The plight of the sick, poor and hungry makes us long for the day when a real utopia spreads around the earth!
  11. What's Wrong With Our Governments? (l) - Democratic societies fervently promote their favorite candidates at election time yet are almost always disappointed when they fail to come through on their promises. Why does it seem this never changes? What's the fundamental problem with human government?
  12. Searching for a New Global Order (l) - Consider carefully the shifting geopolitical chessboard as many perils menace global stability. National leaders seek enduring solutions through established world institutions even as they struggle to cope with the catastrophic crises of the 21st century. What does the Bible tell us about how it all began and how a divinely appointed new world order will finally solve our age-old problems?
  13. Corruption and Despotism Cry Out for the Coming Kingdom of God (l) - Demonstrations and riots across North Africa and the Middle East highlight the corruption, nepotism and oppression that's common throughout the world. Only the coming Kingdom of God can change this!
  14. The Kingdom of God: A Vision for Your Life (l) - Do you have a vision that guides your life? If so, what is it? What vision does God have for you, and how can you make that vision your own?
  15. Real Utopia Is Coming to Earth! (l) - Humanity is bringing our planet to the point of destruction, but the Bible shows that Jesus Christ will intervene. How will His government, laws and citizens change the world? What will the wonderful benefits of the Kingdom of God be?
  16. The Whole Creation Groans (l) - Our incredible future beckons us from the creation.
  17. How Do I Survive in This Crazy, Negative World? (l) - Everywhere we look the headlines are negative, even scary. But God's plan is bigger and better than any bad news we see.
  18. Living the Dream (l) - Over the centuries mankind has tried to build human utopias, but all have failed. One day all of humanity will be living a life that many can only dream about today. How will that come about?
  19. A World in Need of Rescue! (l) - A number of existential threats are leading mankind to the precipice of destruction. Thankfully, all these will be stopped in their tracks by a returning Jesus Christ.
  20. 'Even So, Come, Lord Jesus!' (l) - As King of Kings He will set up God's wonderful, righteous Kingdom. This is the time God's people through the ages have longed and prayed for.
  21. Crisis on the World Scene (l) - We live in an age of constant crisis -- war, population, pollution. But the Bible promises a new age, the kingdom of God.
  22. First the Good News (l) - The Bible is clear that both bad news and good news lie ahead. Although the world before long will see its darkest days, these storm clouds are the prelude to a wonderful world such as we have never witnessed and can barely imagine.
  23. Threats to Physical Survival (l) - The nuclear menace remains the most obvious threat to human survival. But by no means is it the only one. Authorities cite several ways in which human actions or natural disasters could eliminate most -- if not all -- human life.
  24. How to Enter the Kingdom of God (l) - Christians are told to "seek first the Kingdom of God." But what must we do to enter God's coming Kingdom and inherit eternal life?
  25. Yearning for God's Kingdom Helps Us Now (l) - Will longing for the Kingdom that Jesus Christ will bring tomorrow benefit our lives today? Yes it will! Here are seven ways.
  26. The 2020s Are Here (l) - Entering the 2020s, the world continues to spiral out of control, and many wonder if we will ever see lasting peace. A lecture two decades ago from a Nobel Peace Prize winner and a conversation with him after pointed out some of what's needed. We must all do our part -- but human effort alone is not enough. Thankfully, rescue will come!
  27. Jesus' Sacrifice and the Need for New Government (l) - The world is broken. The system doesn't work. We're in trouble. Big change is needed at the top and within. The annual biblical Passover observance reminds us that Jesus gave His life for this purpose, looking forward to the world's deliverance through the Kingdom He will bring.
  28. Choosing a Future Over Fear (l) - They didn't have a choice where they started, but they made a choice as to how to grow from whence they were planted. They chose to be bitter, not better. And that, my friends, is a choice before us all.
  29. Chaotic Start to a New Century (l) - From many perspectives, the year 2000 was not a good year. What does the Bible say about the pangs this world is experiencing?
  30. Will We Heed the Warning? (l) - Be glad that some political leaders have the courage to sound an alarm. But most of all, be thankful for the promise that Jesus Christ will return to restore all things.
  31. No More Tears (l) - The good news is that your Bible reveals an incredible prophetic promise about a future time when things will be dramatically different from anything that exists now or ever has.
  32. Waiting to Be Picked (l) - The clear intent of God's kingdom is that of peace and safety. Yes, of being able to sit in your garden or orchard in peace without missiles or mortars screaming overhead.
  33. 'One of the Lucky Ones' (l) - With so much suffering in the world, can we have hope for a brighter tomorrow?
  34. Making Sense of a Fragmenting World (l) - Terrorist alerts...war with Iraq...the "axis of evil." How can we make sense of it all?
  35. The Coming Age of Grace (l) - What will it take to rid the world of violence, prejudice, and hatred? What will the inhabitants of the world have to agree on the create a climate of peace and cooperation?
  36. The End of War, Terror and Other Bad Stuff (l) - Many young people today fear for their personal safety. Most everyone can document the problems, but this article dares to aim for the solution.
  37. Needed: A Viable Plan to Rescue the World (l) - fify years from the end of WWII, not only Europe but the whole world still needs to be rescued from numerous evil influences. How and from where will that deliverence come?
  38. Praying More Than Ever (l) - We need to pray for the strength and perseverance to endure the times that are coming upon this world. God has promised us protection, and we will receive that deliverance by remaining dedicated to Him and seeking first His Kingdom.
  39. "Waiting on the World to Change" (l) - "Me and all my friends, we're all misunderstood They say we stand for nothing, there's no way we ever could Now we see everything is going wrong with the world and those who lead it We just feel like we don't have the means to rise above and beat it So we keep waiting, waiting on the world to change . . ."
  40. Know Jesus, Know Peace (l) - In a world at war, people are divided about what it takes to ultimately bring peace to the planet. Many feel it will never happen. But it will. Here's how.
  41. A Knock at the Door (l) - Coming to grips with the reality of death is a staggering part of life. Some do it better than others; some don't do well at all; and some keep running from the thought until they die.
  42. How Close Are We to the End of This Age? (l) - Seventeen percent of Americans believe that the end of the world will happen during their lifetimes." So how close are we to the end?
  43. Coming: An End to Suffering (l) - Why is the world awash in suffering? How did the world come to be in such sad shape? Most important,what will bring the end to human misery?
Kingdom of God - prophecies of
  1. The Coming Time of Peace (l) - This issue of World News and Prophecy describes the coming age and what it will be like.
  2. Open Roads for Open Hearts (l) - Scripture forecasts that God will settle far greater issues than the segregated road on the outskirts of Jerusalem.
  3. The Kingdom of God: Not by Human Might or Power (l) - The ideal of a "peaceable kingdom" has held men's imaginations for centuries. Many efforts have been made to create a perfect utopia. How will it come-by human effort or by the power of God?
  4. Lessons From Daniel (l) - An extraordinary event thrust Daniel onto a meteoric rise to power that even the slickest political schemer could never have contrived.
  5. World Without End (l) - The basic lesson that comes from studying Western civilization, as well as all history, is a simple maxim: What goes up must come down.
  6. Destination: Jerusalem (l) - In my lifelong vocation as a follower of Jesus Christ, I prepare my life and set my sights on a much grander spot that God wants each of us to experience - Jerusalem.
  7. Lessons From the Parables (1/2016) (l) - A set of Jesus' parables about small beginnings gives us an important insight into the Kingdom of God.
  8. Bible Prophecy and You (7/2016) (l) - God has wonderful promises that He will keep, prophecies that tell of Christ's return to this earth, when He will begin a time of restoration and peace and healing.
  9. The End of the Age (l) - Jesus Christ spoke of a coming "end of the age." What did He mean? What age did He say would come to an end?
  10. The Promise of a Coming Kingdom (l) - A careful examination of the Bible reveals that the next phase of the Kingdom of God is nothing short of a world-ruling monarchy that God will establish on this earth through Jesus Christ!
  11. Prophecies of the Coming Kingdom of God (l) - Through His prophets God reveals many specific details of how this world will be transformed in the Kingdom of God.
  12. Daniel Forsees the Kingdom of God (l) - 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.
  13. The Beginning of God's Chosen People (l) - Through Abraham and his descendants, God would begin a temporary physical kingdom, the nation of Israel. It would be the forerunner of God's eternal spiritual Kingdom.
  14. The Choice: Which Way of Life? (l) - The prophecy of a promised Seed starts a thread that runs throughout the Bible. It is God's firm promise of a Savior, a King who will rule with righteousness and bring peace and salvation to all.
  15. God's Promise of a New Era (l) - God has a long-range plan for changing human nature and reopening the door for all of humanity to receive His Spirit.
  16. A Kingdom That Will Stand Forever (l) - Kingdoms, dynasties and empires, indeed all nations, eventually collapse and come to an end. Others arise to take their place, and they too fall. Yet the Bible reveals a coming Kingdom that will never end. And you can prepare now to be part of it!
  17. Imagine Such a World (l) - Beyond the chaotic darkness of today's society, a beacon of hope brightly shines. A new age is coming to set right all that is wrong. Can you see it? Hold on to the vision.
  18. Beyond 2000: Utopian Prophecies of the World to Come (l) - Visions of a world to come.
  19. The Millennium: The Vision That Won't Die (l) - What does the Bible really say about the millennium, the prophisied 1,000-year reign of Jesus Christ? Is it a fantasy or a promise on which you can stake your future?
  20. How Will God's Government on Earth Be Different? (l) - To better understand the difference between ordinary human governments and Christ's government, let's notice what Bible prophecy reveals about that coming government.
  21. A Great Light Has Shined (l) - The great question is not whether a great light has shined, but whether we have embraced, internalized and, in turn, displayed that light of hope for others.
Kingdom of God - relation to Sabbath and holydays
  1. A Millennial Sabbath and a Sabbatical Millennium (l) - Several scriptures indicate that we should expect a millennial "Sabbath" after six 1,000-year millennial "days" have expired.
  2. The Millennium Pictured by the Feast of Tabernacles (l) - The seven-day Feast of Tabernacles pictures the coming Millennium.
  3. All the World Under the New Covenant (l) - The ultimate intent of God's master plan is to change the hearts of all peoples so He can give them His gift of eternal life.
  4. The Sabbath in the Age to Come (l) - God created the Sabbath for mankind (Mark 2:27), and there will yet come a time when all mankind will keep God's Sabbath.
  5. The Feast of Tabernacles (l) - United Church of God members celebrate the Feast of Tabernacles in some 40 locations around the world. More than just an annual convention or vacation, the Feast of Tabernacles helps our members focus on God's great plan and the wonderfully positive news Christ proclaimed about His return to establish His rule on Earth.
  6. The Feast of Prosperity (l) - Our world is wracked by poverty,injustice and turmoil. But a little known biblical festival reveals how a new world of peace and prosperity will dawn.
  7. Thy Kingdom Come (l) - Jesus Christ instructed His followers to pray, "Thy kingdom come" (King James Version). In its long-term effects this prayer is the most important request a person could make -- asking God the Father that His Kingdom would become a reality. Three of Christ's disciples were given a special preview of the Kingdom of God commonly known as the transfiguration. What does it mean for true Christians today?
Kingdom of God - what it is
  1. The Kingdom of Heaven (l) - Is it more than just a movie? Is it fact or fiction?
  2. The Gospel of Hope (l) - The "gospel" means "good news." But what is this message, and why is it good news?
  3. Coming Soon: The Magnificent Millennium (l) - The fact that a large portion of Bible prophecy describes the Millennium proves it is extremely important to God. And the more you understand it, the more important it will be to you!
  4. Is the Church the Kingdom? (l) - Some think the Church is the Kingdom of God.
  5. The Kingdom of God Is Real (l) - Jesus Christ's good news about the Kingdom of God is about a real future kingdom on this earth. If it weren't, why would the Bible say...
  6. The Most Misunderstood Message (l) - Why was the Messiah's gospel message twisted, ignored and largely forgotten?
  7. The Fullness of Time (l) - Traditional Christian views about heaven and hell are being challenged from within the Protestant community.
  8. Vantage Point: How Far Ahead Do You Think? (l) - It's vital that we plan ahead before the real "ahead" gets here - and it's coming fast.
  9. How Can You Be Part of the Kingdom of God? (l) - The mystery of our existence has puzzled humanity for some 6,000 years. We are curious beings -- acutely aware of our good green earth and its marvelous material mechanisms. But why is this uniquely inhabited planet here at all? We probe the universe for answers when they are deftly hidden right here before us in the Bible.
  10. Questions and Answers: I've read from your articles that Jesus Christ will return to establish the Kingdom of God on earth. (l) - Certain verses, like Luke 17:21 and Colossians 1:13, seem to indicate that believers are in the Kingdom now. Could you explain what these verses mean?
  11. There's a New World Coming! (l) - Why is our world plagued with so many problems? If God exists and is really in charge, why doesn't He put an end to all these evils?
  12. What Is the Kingdom of God? (l) - Some think it's heaven. Others say it's here on earth. Some think it's a feeling of brotherhood among Christian believers or the Church itself. Others deem it wholly apocalyptic. What is this Kingdom of which Jesus Christ spoke so often?
  13. The Everlasting Kingdom of God (l) - What is the Kingdom of God that it should be our highest priority in life?
  14. The God Family (booklet1) (l) - Scripture clearly states that there is only one God (Isaiah 46:9; Malachi 2:10; Romans 3:30; James 2:19). Nevertheless, it is evident that the one God comprises more than one Being existing together as a divine family (compare Ephesians 3:14-15) -- of which the human family is a physical type or model.
  15. Other Names For the Kingdom (l) - Although most often called the "kingdom of God," occasionally other terms are used in describing the kingdom.
  16. How You Can Enter the Kingdom (l) - We can turn to God for forgiveness and reconciliation through Jesus Christ and begin to live by the laws of the Kingdom of God as taught by Jesus Christ.
  17. The Promise of a Coming Kingdom (l) - A careful examination of the Bible reveals that the next phase of the Kingdom of God is nothing short of a world-ruling monarchy that God will establish on this earth through Jesus Christ!
  18. Is the Church the Kingdom? (l) - Some think the Church is the Kingdom of God. Although there is a connection between the two, they are not identical
  19. How Are We 'Translated Into the Kingdom'? (l) - We, as modern-day saints, also exchange systems of government when we are converted. We now give our allegiance and obedience to the Kingdom of God, even though that Kingdom has not yet fully come.
  20. How Is the Kingdom "at Hand'? (l) - The focus of Jesus Christ's message was the announcement of a coming world government (Luke 21:31). This government will not be ruled by selfishly motivated humans but by Jesus Christ Himself, under the direction of Almighty God!
  21. Is the Kingdom Here Now? (l) - Although God's people today experience a foretaste of God's coming Kingdom in their lives (see " How Are We 'Translated Into the Kingdom'?"), many scriptures make it clear that the Kingdom of God has not arrived, but will be established on earth in the future.
  22. Is the Kingdom Within You? (l) - Rather than telling the Pharisees that the Kingdom of God was something in their hearts, Jesus Christ warned them that they were so spiritually blind they couldn't recognize the very personification of that Kingdom in Him.
  23. Other Names for the Kingdom (l) - Although most often called the "Kingdom of God," occasionally other terms are used in describing the Kingdom.
  24. Almighty God: Ruler of the Universe (l) - Although the Bible identifies Satan as the "prince of the power of the air" and the ruler of this world, God maintains overall control as "Lord of heaven and earth" (Matthew 11:25). He gives the devil considerable latitude in what he does, but God retains the right and power to intervene.
  25. A Family Relationship (l) - The Kingdom of God ultimately denotes a level of existence to which human beings may be raised through a transformation from flesh to spirit.
  26. Christ's Parables and the Kingdom (l) - Jesus often compared the coming Kingdom to common situations in people's lives. These messages are known as parables.
  27. Points to Ponder (bsc6) (l) - Bible study 'points to ponder' regarding the kingdom of God.
  28. Living in the Light of Eternity/Today! (l) - As we conclude our series on eternity, we see that the Light shining from the beginning to endless end must shine in and through us -- forever and now.
  29. Christ the King (l) - Jesus' message about the Kingdom of God is what He lived for. But it's also what He died for, having revealed Himself as King -- a King who will reign!
  30. The Last Best Hope of Earth (l) - As the United States celebrates its national birthday and gears up for a rancorous political election season, many lament how far the nation has fallen from its early aspirations and fear its soon-coming demise -- of losing what Abraham Lincoln called "the last best hope of earth." But America was never that. The true last best hope is yet ahead.
  31. What Is the Gospel Jesus Christ Taught? (l) - If we are to understand the point of Jesus' teachings, message and mission, we need to be sure we understand the gospel - the good news - that he taught.
  32. Beyond Politics (l) - Was there ever a time when people could basically agree on one man to lead them? Yes, there was, but we have to go back over 200 years to find it. Infinitely greater than a thousand Washingtons is the One coming back to this earth, the Creator of life.
  33. Why Will Christ Return? (l) - Many churched understand and teach that Jesus Christ will return. Far fewer know why He will return and what will happen when he returns.
  34. The Kingdom of God: The Heart of Christ's Message (l) - The central theme of Jesus Christ's message was the Kingdom of God. What did he teach about this Kingdom, and why is there so much confusion about it?
  35. 'Thy Kingdom Come!' (l) - Many confusing ideas about God's Kingdom often make it a hazy and distant concept, raising more questions than answers. Is the Kingdom of God in heaven? Is it on earth? Who will be in it? Is it here already, in our hearts? Are you part of it now? Will you be part of it in the future? What will you do there?
  36. Why People Don't Understand the Kingdom of God (l) - The Kingdom of God was a central part of Jesus Christ's message and thus a major theme of the Bible. So why is it so rarely understood, and why isn't it commonly taught today?
  37. The Millennium: The Vision That Won't Die (l) - What does the Bible really say about the millennium, the prophisied 1,000-year reign of Jesus Christ? Is it a fantasy or a promise on which you can stake your future?
  38. Your Destiny -- Teacher, Administrator? (l) - You might be working in a job field you don't expect...
  39. The Gospel From Abraham to Paul (l) - Do you understand what the gospel really is? Many have never really comprehended this most important truth.
  40. Why U.S. Population Growth Has Produced Little Joy (l) - Throughout most of its history, a growing population was considered the United States' most treasured national resource. Yet the news about America's population reaching the 300 million mark has caused almost no celebration among the populace. Why?
  41. What's Wrong With Our Governments? 1999 (l) - Why do so many problems seem to defy solution? Why isn't government effective at preventing and solving our long-lasting problems?
  42. God's Vision for You (l) - In God's master plan everyone is created with many things in common. Yet each is distinct from any other human being.
  43. Could Jesus Christ Be Elected President? (l) - As the United States enters the final weeks of a hotly contested presidential election campaign, this is a good time to ask a crucial question: Could Jesus Christ be elected president?
Kissing
  1. Three Important Kisses (l) - Some people don't realize that the Bible speaks of kissing. Do you know the three different types it mentions?
  2. A Touchy Subject (l) - The time to make decisions about physical contact is before you get in a touchy situation. Making a decision on the fly with no forethought is a recipe for going too far.
  3. Questions and Answers - Jul/Sep 2003 (l) - Questions and answers on issues of interest to young people who want sound biblical advice.
  4. Sex, Dating and You! (l) - Misunderstandings about God's instructions are contributing to some tragic heartaches. Learn how you can enjoy life to the fullest -- God's way
Knowledge
  1. The Cost of Ignorance (l) - Ignorance has a terribly high price tag -- but understanding and overcoming it can really pay off.
  2. Can Man Attain Immortality? (l) - The cover of a recent issue of Time magazine astonishingly declares, "2045: The Year Man Becomes Immortal." But the Bible tells a different story about living forever.
  3. The Power of Social Media (l) - I am astounded at the power and influence social media has throughout the world. The best example is what is happening in the Middle East.
  4. The Enemy of Mankind (l) - Be self-controlled and alert. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour" (1 Peter 5:8, New International Version).
  5. How to Gain Godly Knowledge (l) - The source of Godly knowledge, and requirements for understanding it.
  6. Introduction (bsc2) (l) - We are drowning in information, but starved for knowledge.
  7. The Limitations of Science (l) - Only God can tell us who we are, why we are and what is our destiny. His Word, the Bible, fills in the missing dimension in human knowledge.
  8. World News and Trends - Sep/Oct 2003 (l) - An overview of conditions around the world. September/October 2003
Kosovo
  1. Balkan Vortex of Violence Threatens Kosovo (l) - 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?
  2. World News Review July 1999 (l) - World news - July 1999
  3. Crisis In Kosovo - A Mixture of Iron and Clay? (l) - The Balkans has a long and complex history. What is the story behind the headlines?
  4. From Kosovo to Conflict? (l) - At the end of April, four European countries agreed on the formation of a joint military structure. Did NATO's successful intervention in Kosovo lay the seeds for a challenger to its position?
  5. The Wheat Doesn't Know Hate (l) - Peace, like war, must be waged with vision, imagination, self-sacrifice and a big dash of hope!
  6. The Real Victors in Kosovo (l) - Everyone involved in the strange Kosovo conflict is claiming victory-except its chief victims, the Albanians.
  7. After Kosovo - What Then? (l) - Now that the alliance, while celebrating its 50th anniversary, has used its troops to help resolve another nation's internal problems, which country will be next?
  8. The Balkans: A Violent Century (l) - The battle for the Balkans. Where is it leading? Why are the Balkans such a trouble spot? What's behind the current conflict?
  9. A Personal View of the Kosovo Conflict (l) - 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.
  10. The Lord of the Refugees (l) - Who will solve the scourge of forces that creates refugees, or, is there a time in the future in which there will be an even greater catastrophe producing even greater numbers of displaced persons?
  11. World News Review March 2000 (l) - World news - March 2000
Kyrgyzstan
  1. Russian Resurgence in a Unipolar World (l) - Russia is a superpower no longer, so what is behind President Putin's bold actions toward Hamas, Iran, Eastern Europe and China? Russia will play a critical role in geopolitics and globalization in the 21st century. No longer a superpower, it is still a superplayer.

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