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Sabbath commandment
  1. What Does the Bible Say About... The Sabbath Day? (l) - Those who observe the biblical seventh-day Sabbath demonstrate their love for Jesus by obeying His commandments.
  2. God's Appointment With You (l) - Did you know that God set aside a special day so you can have meaningful, lasting contact with Him? Nearly 6,000 years ago our Creator declared the seventh-day Sabbath a day of rest and fellowship with Him.
  3. Questions and Answers: The Issue of Keeping the Sabbath Causes Me Great Concern (l) - I know what the Bible says, and I want to follow God's Word, but our church worships on Sunday, as all churches seem to. I am worried about not following God's Word.
  4. Lessons No One Taught Me as a Youth About the Bible (l) - I was recently indulging in one of my favorite things -- walking through a bookshop. And I was struck by how many books had titles similar to "Fifty Things I Learned From My Dog" or "Life Lessons My Mother Taught Me." They were typically written by famous celebrities.
  5. What Did the Early Church Believe and Practice? (l) - 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.
  6. Genesis 1 and the Days of Creation (l) - 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?
  7. The Sabbath Day (l) - A Sabbath rest remains for mankind, as confirmed through the living example of Jesus Christ and His followers.
  8. The Chronology of Christ's Crucifixion and Resurrection (l) - Here is a description of the sequence of events during the crucifixion week, according to history and the Bible.
  9. God's Days of Worship (l) - Observances that are rooted in paganism break the first two of the Ten Commandments. Is God pleased when people claim to worship Him by adopting celebrations of pagan gods and goddesses in man-made holidays while they ignore His commanded days and ways of worship?
  10. Did Paul's Words to the Galatians Contradict His Actions? (l) - 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.
  11. Did the Ten Commandments Exist Before Moses? (l) - A close look at the Scriptures reveals that breaking the Ten Commandments was a sin before the covenant at Mt. Sinai.
  12. Jesus' Teaching on God's Law (l) - Perhaps the most widespread controversies about the teachings of Jesus concern His attitude toward the laws of God recorded in the Old Testament.
  13. Did Paul Tell the Romans One Thing and the Corinthians the Opposite? (l) - Did Paul write to the church members in Rome to tell them Sabbath-keeping was irrelevant, while simultaneously teaching Jews and gentiles alike "every Sabbath" in Corinth?
  14. The Ascetic Philosophy Affecting the Colossians (l) - The philosophy Paul was warning against in Colossians was of ascetic claims to superiority were based on their deceptive "appearance of wisdom in promoting self-imposed piety, humility, and severe treatment of the body"
  15. God's Sabbath in Today's World (l) - On the seventh day of each week, we should cease from our own work and allow God to work in us, building and nourishing our relationship with our Creator.
  16. A Test for You? (l) - Will you pass the test? Are you willing to surrender a portion of your time to build the kind of relationship God wants to enjoy with you?
  17. Introduction: Sunset to Sunset, God's Sabbath Rest (l) - Was the Sabbath condemned and changed in the early New Testament Church, or confirmed? Did God sanctify the Sabbath at the time He created Adam and Eve, or did He first set it apart as holy time at the Exodus more than 2,000 years later? Was the Sabbath changed from the seventh day of the week to another day, and, if so, when?
  18. Jesus Christ and the Sabbath (l) - Jesus Christ is our Lord and Master (Philippians 2:9-11). He also proclaimed that He is "Lord of the Sabbath" (Mark 2:28), so we should follow His example in observing the Sabbath -- and all God's commandments -- in the way that He taught and lived.
  19. The Sabbath: In the Beginning (l) - The Sabbath commandment had an important spiritual purpose. It pointed God's people to God as their Creator. It was a required weekly remembrance that there is a higher power and authority at work in our lives and the lives of all humanity.
  20. Names for Saturday in Many Languages Prove Which Day Is the True Sabbath (l) - Which day of the week is the biblical Sabbath? It is clear from the names for the seventh day of the week, Saturday, in many languages.
  21. When Is the Sabbath Day to Be Kept? (l) - The Sabbath, then, was a time for religious instruction, for teaching and learning of God's wondrous acts and laws. Customary work was prohibited and God's great miracles were to be remembered on this day. "
  22. Which Day Is the Sabbath? (l) - Whereas the Catholic Church claimed authority to establish its own times of worship, Protestant churches generally justified Sunday observance on the grounds that the seventh-day Sabbath was replaced in the New Testament by worship on Sunday in honor of Christ's resurrection. There is no biblical authority for changing the day of rest and worship from the seventh day to Sunday.
  23. Was the Sabbath Changed in the New Testament? (l) - If the Sabbath, or any part of God's law, were abolished or changed in the early New Testament Church, there should be clear evidence of such an alteration in New Testament writings.
  24. A Sign of God's People (l) - Those who keep holy His Sabbath day--the only day of the week God has ever set apart--proclaim, by their actions, their acceptance of Him as the supreme authority over how they should live, think and worship.
  25. Surprising Admissions About the Sabbath and Sunday (l) - Leaders and authorities from many religious denominations candidly acknowledge that Saturday is the biblical Sabbath day and that there is no biblical basis for Sunday observance.
  26. "There Remains a Sabbath-Rest for the People of God" (l) - Our spiritual rest begins now in this life and reaches its consummation in the resurrection to eternal life at the return of Christ (Revelation 20:6). Christ's return also signals the beginning of the millennial rest prophesied in the Old Testament.
  27. Was God's Law Abolished in the New Testament? (l) - "Now by this we know that we know Him, if we keep His commandments. He who says, 'I know Him,' and does not keep His commandments, is a liar, and the truth is not in him" (1 John 2:3, 4).
  28. Was Sunday the New Testament Day of Worship? (l) - The New Testament was written over a time of more than 60 years after Jesus' death and resurrection, and nowhere does it show the day of rest being moved to Sunday.
  29. Why is the Sabbath Commandment Not Repeated in the New Testament? (l) - Throughout the book of Acts -- written by Luke, a gentile -- the Sabbath and the annual Sabbaths described in Leviticus 23 are mentioned quite routinely. Whether to observe them simply wasn't a question.
  30. The Fourth Commandment: Key to a Relationship With Our Creator (l) - The Fourth Commandment, to remember the Sabbath, concludes the section of the Ten Commandments that specifically helps define a proper relationship with God - how we are to love, worship and relate to Him.
  31. What Is 'the Lord's Day'? (l) - Shows us the error of understanding "the Lord's Day" as Sunday, the first day of the week.
  32. What Did Paul Really Say in Colossians 2:16? (l) - In Colossians 2:16 Paul defends the Christian's right to rejoice and enjoy food and drink on God's holy days.
  33. Ten Biblical Purposes for the Sabbath (l) - Many people view the biblical Sabbath day as an obsolete burden. Some even view it as an absolute curse! But what does the Bible really say? What does it tell us about the purposes of the Sabbath?
  34. Was the Biblical Sabbath Changed to Sunday? (l) - History and the Bible show that the biblical Sabbath is Saturday, the seventh day of the week. But most of today's churches gather to worship on Sunday, the first day of the week. How was this changed and why? Does God accept this change?
  35. Teachings and Practices of the Early Church (l) - Teaching and practices of the early church.
  36. From Sabbath to Sunday (l) - How and why was the seventh day Sabbath changed to Sunday observance? Is this practice supported by the Bible itself, or by some other authority?
  37. Pride of America's Power: Approaching the Breaking Point? (l) - Last month in part one of this series we showed the vast power currently held by the United States. Could we see a time when this power, in all its forms, will be broken, no longer able to influence world events? The answer is found in Bible prophecy.
  38. The Sabbath in Acts: Luke's Record of Paul's Understanding (l) - Luke had been a companion of Paul. He would have understood the apostle's teachings about the Sabbath. What does his written record show?
  39. The Sabbath in the Scriptures (l) - The Sabbath is mentioned 117 times in the Bible (King James). Christ's custom was to keep the Sabbath, as well as the apostles many years after His death. Not one scripture indicates that the Sabbath has been changed or abolished.
  40. Do All Churches Get Their Teaching From the Bible? (l) - The global influence of the Roman Catholic Church, more than a billion strong, presents a number of challenges to students of the Bible.
  41. The Sabbath Day in Summary (l) - Summary of the main ideas of the Sabbath
  42. Letters From Our Readers - May/Jun 2004 (l) - Letters from the readers of the Good News magazine, May/June 2004
  43. Did the Apostle Paul Abolish the Sabbath? (l) - Did Paul nullify or change the Sabbath commandment?
  44. God's Test Commandment (l) - God describes the fourth commandment as a "test" command, "Remember the Sabbath to keep it holy". Yet most of Christianity has turned its back on this command.
  45. Are All Spiritual 'Shadows' Obsolete? (l) - The apostle Paul wrote of the Sabbath and Holy Days as being "a shadow of things to come." Did he mean to tell us that these observances are now obsolete and meaningless?
  46. Letters From Our Readers - Nov/Dec 2002 (l) - Letters from Good News readers, Nov/Dec 2002.
  47. Are You Missing Out on a Blessing From God? (l) - 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.
  48. Letters From Our Readers - Jul/Aug 2002 (l) - Letters from readers of the Good News magazine, Jul/Aug 2002.
Sabbath observance
  1. Cherishing the Sabbath (l) - The Sabbath ... our special time with God.
  2. What Does the Bible Say About... The Sabbath Day? (l) - Those who observe the biblical seventh-day Sabbath demonstrate their love for Jesus by obeying His commandments.
  3. A Different Breed of Warrior (l) - 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.
  4. From Sabbath to Sunday: How and Why the Change? (l) - When did Sunday, the first day of the week, come to be seen as a substitute for the seventh-day Sabbath commanded in Scripture?
  5. God's Appointment With You (l) - Did you know that God set aside a special day so you can have meaningful, lasting contact with Him? Nearly 6,000 years ago our Creator declared the seventh-day Sabbath a day of rest and fellowship with Him.
  6. The Economic Meltdown's Ugly Fruits--and the Bible's Practical Solutions (l) - A recent murder-suicide within view of my own house inspired reflections on some biblical solutions that could solve many of our national problems.
  7. Assembly Required (l) - It often comes easy to skip church services, but what does God require?
  8. The Sabbath: A Shadow (l) - Is there more to keeping the Sabbath than meets the eye?
  9. There Remains Therefore a Sabbath Rest for the People of God (l) - The Bible not only speaks of the Sabbath as a memorial, but also as a shadow of the future.
  10. Relax - Guilt Free (l) - There never seems to be enough "day" for the hours of study and work we have to do! If this feels like your life, maybe you're running too fast.
  11. Questions and Answers: The Issue of Keeping the Sabbath Causes Me Great Concern (l) - I know what the Bible says, and I want to follow God's Word, but our church worships on Sunday, as all churches seem to. I am worried about not following God's Word.
  12. Is Your Life in Sync With God? (l) - Is your life so filled with trying to get to the next place, complete the next task, fulfill the next activity that you feel stressed? Does your life feel out of sync? There is a time management program that can help you get control of the stress!
  13. The Sabbath: What It Means to Me (l) - God created the Sabbath to refresh and instruct His people.
  14. Smartphones Keep You On Call (l) - A study in England recently found that though smartphones have their advantages, they also keep employees chained to their work, even at home after hours.
  15. Use It or Lose It (l) - There was once an old song with the catchy title of: 'I've forgotten more than you'll ever know'. Sadly, if we stop using what we've learned during our lifetime, this could become all too true.
  16. Vantage Point: Passover and the Messiah (l) - The salvation of humankind is shown through God's Holy Days.
  17. Saturday and the Sabbath (l) - What one change can you make to your weekly routine that is guaranteed to reduce stress?
  18. Jesus Christ (l) - As Christians, we know Jesus is our Savior and perfect example. Should we observe the Sabbath day like He did?
  19. The Benefits of the Sabbath (l) - Discover the amazing benefits of observing God's seventh-day Sabbath. You might be surprised at just how much it could change your life for the better!
  20. How Should We Observe God's Festivals? (l) - After we come to realize that the Holy Days are vitally important to mankind and eminently applicable to our modern world, we naturally want to learn more about how to observe them.
  21. Did Paul Teach That All Days of Worship Are Alike? (l) - Many people assume from Paul says in Romans that whatever day one chooses to rest and worship is irrelevant so long as one is "fully convinced in his own mind" and "observes it to the Lord."
  22. The Calendar Used by the Earliest Gentile Christians (l) - The references to time in Paul's Epistle to the Corinthians exclusively reflect the adoption of a Jewish calendar.
  23. Colossians 2:16-17: Are God's Laws Obsolete? (l) - Many people assume from Colossians 2:16-17 that Paul is saying that God's laws about the Sabbath, Holy Days and clean and unclean meats are no longer necessary.
  24. Our Appointment With God (l) - God says His Sabbath is a divine appointment that He commands His people to keep through their gathering before Him with other believers.
  25. 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.
  26. What is True Worship? (l) - Christ reserved the harshest words of warning for those who would profess to worship God (who say, "Lord, Lord," Matthew 7:21), but refuse to do God's will or obey His laws (verses 21-23).
  27. Introduction: Sunset to Sunset, God's Sabbath Rest (l) - Was the Sabbath condemned and changed in the early New Testament Church, or confirmed? Did God sanctify the Sabbath at the time He created Adam and Eve, or did He first set it apart as holy time at the Exodus more than 2,000 years later? Was the Sabbath changed from the seventh day of the week to another day, and, if so, when?
  28. Was Sunday the New Testament Day of Worship? (l) - The New Testament was written over a time of more than 60 years after Jesus' death and resurrection, and nowhere does it show the day of rest being moved to Sunday.
  29. The Fourth Commandment: Key to a Relationship With Our Creator (l) - The Fourth Commandment, to remember the Sabbath, concludes the section of the Ten Commandments that specifically helps define a proper relationship with God - how we are to love, worship and relate to Him.
  30. Preparing a People (l) - The Church Jesus built is commissioned not only to feed His sheep, as He commanded, but to prepare these followers for greater works of service to God, their families, their communities and their fellow man. Jesus placed great emphasis on serving others (Matthew 20:26-28).
  31. Observing God's Sabbath (l) - Our traditions encourage us to take the time to honor those we respect. But how many will take the time to observe the sacred sabbaths and holy convocations specifically designated in the Scriptures for honoring God?
  32. Obedient Followers of God (l) - The Church of God is committed to living by every word of God, including His instructions to assemble on His annual festivals.
  33. Ten Biblical Purposes for the Sabbath (l) - Many people view the biblical Sabbath day as an obsolete burden. Some even view it as an absolute curse! But what does the Bible really say? What does it tell us about the purposes of the Sabbath?
  34. Governor Samuel Ward and His Confession of Faith (l) - One man's devotion to his country and his faith.
  35. Are You Missing Out on A Blessing From God? (l) - Time: It's the one thing you can never recover. Is your life hectic and out of control? It's time you realized that you may be missing out on a special gift from God.
  36. Should You Attend Church? (l) - Many, perhaps even you, have become disillusioned with churches and religious leaders. They wonder what they should do and where they should turn. What does God say?
  37. Why Should I? (l) - Why should I follow God's laws? Why should I go against the herd? Why should I stand up for what I believe in a world where I am questioned?
  38. Questions and Answers - Jan/Mar 2002 (l) - Questions and answers on issues of interest to young people who want sound biblical advice
  39. Are You Missing Out on a Blessing From God? (l) - 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.
  40. Why We Need a Weekly Rest Day (l) - Why the seven-day week and the continual cycle of day and night? Is there a message for modern men and women in the way our planet was designed to operate?
  41. How Can You Find the Right Church? (l) - Whether to attend Church, and which one, are among one of the most important decisions we can make. What are key factors we should consider?
  42. Questions and Answers - Jan/Mar 2001 (l) - Questions and answers represent issues of interest to young people who want sound biblical advice.
  43. Basketball Is Her Second Goal...Her Religion Is Number One (l) - Sports have been a big part of life for Jenny Stewart. So have her religious beliefs.
  44. The Millennial Reign of Jesus Christ (l) - When Jesus Christ returns to earth He will initiate "the time of universal restoration that God announced long ago through his holy prophets"
  45. Staying Christian on a College Campus (l) - Are you having a hard time keeping the Sabbath while away at college? Read this firsthand account by someone who successfully faced the challenge.
  46. God's Mandate to America (l) - In light of President Bush's reelection, what should be the real focus of America's vision? What can we learn from the message God sent to Israel and Judah through the prophets? The message, or mandate, is radically different from what anyone really wants to consider.
  47. Serving From the Bench (l) - When Anne's love of sports and love of God conflicted, she spent more time on the bench. Even there she inspired her team.
  48. The Rest of the Story: The Story of Rest (l) - Why did God command the Sabbath to be observed? And why is it almost universally misunderstood?
  49. Living God's Way Works (l) - A mutiny in the South Seas brought nothing but woe, until a sailor stumbled across an old book.
  50. Horses That Keep the Sabbath (l) - It's been said that the relationship between human beings and horses is one of the most ancient and mutually beneficial relationships between man and animal to ever exist on our planet. For Linda Henderson, this has certainly proven true.
  51. Teach Your Children God's Ways (l) - Jesus Christ recognized that children must be included in the spiritual life of His followers. Are we teaching them to love God's ways and especially His Sabbath?
  52. Why Would the Apostle to the Gentiles Keep the "Jewish" Holy Days? (l) - The apostle Paul is considered by many as the originator of a theology that allegedly freed Christianity from the Sabbath, Holy Days and the law. Is this what the scriptural record indicates?
  53. When Do I Get a Break? (l) - Are you working more and relaxing less? Doing more but never getting everything done? Running here and there but only running yourself down? Maybe it's time you took a break!
Sacrifice
  1. Who Really Killed Jesus? (2007) (l) - Was it the Jews? Or a high priest? Or a Roman soldier? Or someone else?
  2. Ants (l) - Ants are a nuisance we all deal with at times. Yet there's a lot we as Christians can learn from the little ant.
  3. What Was the Purpose of Christ's Death? (l) - Millions of Christians believe that Jesus Christ died for them. But do they really know why? Why was Jesus Christ's death really necessary?
  4. Giving, Receiving and Gratitude (l) - Sometimes we are surprised by what influences us in our lives and what can really put us in awe.
  5. B.U.S.Y (l) - "Oh sorry, I meant to get ahold of you, but I've been really busy!" "Hey, I wanted to do that, but I've just been so busy." Have you ever used this excuse? Why are we always so busy?
  6. Who Really Killed Jesus? (l) - Jesus Christ died in fulfillment of the Passover and other Old Testament sacrifices. But who actually bears blame in His being killed?
  7. A Special Lamb (l) - How does God see you? As a sheep, or a goat?
  8. Acceptable Offering (l) - So often we feel we fail to measure up to God's standards, but He is ultimately looking at what is happening inside of us.
  9. Discipleship Will Cost You - You! (l) - What does following the One who gave Himself in total sacrifice mean for you and me? Put simply, it means that we are to give of ourselves completely and always.
  10. "Christ Our Passover Was Sacrificed for Us" (l) - In 1 Corinthians 5:7, Paul wrote that "Christ, our Passover, was sacrificed for us." Do you understand the profound meaning this statement holds for Christians?
  11. Christ the True Passover Lamb (l) - The Bible often refers to Jesus Christ as "the Lamb of God" and "our Passover." What does this mean? What are we to learn from it, and how should it affect our lives?
  12. The Lamb Foreordained Before the Foundation of the World (l) - Holiday traditions are popular and attractive, but they fail to deliver on the essential desires of the heart. How can these be found? Only in truth, through the Lamb who was slain, Jesus Christ.
  13. The Sacrifice of Jesus Christ (l) - Jesus Christ is the focal point of Christianity. Forgiveness of sin and ultimately the gift of eternal life are available only through His sacrifice.
  14. Jesus Christ, the Wisdom of God (l) - Paul says that Christ is "the wisdom of God" and that the idea of "Jesus Christ and Him crucified" is "the hidden wisdom which God ordained before the ages". God's plan provides a way for our sins to be forgiven, but is also designed so we would not choose the way of sin ever again.
  15. Other Important Ways Jesus Fulfilled the Law (l) - Jesus fulfilled everything prescribed in the offerings for sin in the law of sacrifices.
  16. A Sinless and Miraculous Life (l) - Jesus was sinless as the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all humanity. And he pointed to his many miracles as proof of who he was.
  17. The High Priest Essential to Salvation (l) - Hebrews covers the distinctions between the Sinai Covenant and the New Covenant--and the role of God's law in each.
  18. Other Important Ways Jesus Fulfilled the Law (l) - Jesus also fulfilled the law in the sense that He met the law's requirement by paying the penalty each of us incurred for disobedience, which is death.
  19. A New Covenant for Transforming the Heart (l) - God's "new" covenant is a "better covenant" that offers the "better promises" related to eternal life that were not included in the Sinai Covenant. A key objective of those better promises is to set in motion the process of transforming the hearts and minds of those who respond to God's call.
  20. A High Priest Eager to Help Us (l) - Jesus was born not only to make possible forgiveness of the past, but to help us conquer the strongholds of sin, the entrenched habits that are so difficult to dislodge from our lives. He is our merciful High Priest in heaven.
  21. How Sacrifices and Festivals Are Related (l) - What is the connection between sacrifices and God's festivals?
  22. Spiritual Lessons From My Double Lung Transplant (l) - My life was saved by a double lung transplant. This life-changing event led me to a much deeper understanding of Christ's sacrifice and God's plan for me and all mankind.
  23. The Greatest Sacrifice (2020) (l) - Many are moved by inspiring stories of great courage, conviction and self-sacrifice, as we should be. Yet one sacrifice stands far above all others as the greatest of all time. And whether you realize it or not, it directly impacts you!
  24. Three Levels of Jesus Christ's Great Sacrifice (l) - Jesus died to redeem us from sin and its penalties. However, the laying down of His life in sacrifice started long before that. Let's zoom out to a broader perspective.
  25. The Destroyer Passed Over (l) - 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.
  26. America's Values War (l) - The war on terrorism, uncertainty, in the economy, worries over unemployment. In recent months, people have begun to reconsider some of the values they thought archaic not that long ago-values like courage and personal sacrifice for the good of others.
  27. America's Good Samaritans: Selfless Sacrifice and Heroism (l) - Not since Pearl Harbor has the United States experienced such a shock of national proportions as it received on Sept 11. Yet out of the rubble and carnage rose a multitude of Good Samaritans. Some sacrificed their lives. Others gave unmeasured comfort to the wounded and brokenhearted. All left us unforgettable examples.
  28. A Place Called Megiddo, Part 2 (l) - 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?
  29. Christ's Passion Toward You and Me! (l) - While on earth, Christ provided many examples for us to follow. His compassion for humankind surpassed anything we can possibly accomplish, but we are to strive to demonstrate compassion as He did. Only then can the message of Christ's life be truly conveyed.
  30. The Wave Sheaf: How an Ancient Ceremony Foreshadowed Jesus' Role (l) - The Old Testament describes many ceremonies that sound quite odd to us. Yet everything God does is for a purpose. The purpose of one ceremony, the wave-sheaf offering, was to teach us about one aspect of Jesus Christ's role in mankind's salvation.
  31. Why Did He Have to Die? (l) - Why did Christ have to die?
  32. Memorial Day to Remember (l) - Is the act of dying for one's country the greatest sacrifice a human can make?
  33. A Right Example Heard Around the World (l) - Jesus Christ surprised His disciples -- and possibly many of us as well -- by praising a seemingly wasteful act. Why did He put such emphasis on it?
  34. Seven Reasons Why Jesus Was Born (l) - Why did Jesus have to be born, and to die? Here are seven reasons.
  35. Do You Know Why Christ Died? (l) - Christians generally agree that Jesus Christ died for their sins. But how many really understand the significance of that sacrifice?
  36. Signs of the End Times -- Only Possible in Our Day (l) - Every generation has its prophets of doom who claim that the end of the world is right around the corner. Could Jesus return at any time, or must certain events take place prior to His return?
  37. The Sacrifice of Thanksgiving (l) - What is the origin of the Thanksgiving holiday? What biblical lessons should we learn from it?
Saints
  1. How the Word Church is Used in Scripture and Common Speech (l) - In contemporary English usage, 'church' as a word dominates the ecclesiological vocabulary. It comes through German and Latin from the Greek kyriakon, which means 'that which belongs to the Lord.' In NT Greek, ekklesia (almost always translated in English by 'church') is by no means so dominating or central a term.
  2. 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.
Salvation - what it is
  1. The Grace of Rahab (l) - Often we feel as if there is nothing that we can do, that anything we might do is too insignificant to count, but one person can change things in a big way.
  2. Are Christians Once Saved, Always Saved? (l) - Does the Bible teach the doctrine of "once saved, always saved"? Can it be proven from Scripture?
  3. The Church of God Today (l) - The church of God today keeps God's commandments and holds fast to all that Jesus taught.
  4. Is Today the Only Day of Salvation? (l) - Paul in no way meant to contradict the many passages in the Bible that show that many others will have an opportunity for salvation in future ages.
  5. Are There Different Gospels? (l) - Different terms describe the same gospel. They simply emphasize different aspects of the same wonderful message.
  6. 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.
  7. Introduction - The Gospel of the Kingdom of God (l) - "The gospel of the Kingdom of God" is the message Jesus Christ instructs His followers to believe. This booklet will help you understand and believe this wonderful good news Jesus Christ announced to humanity!
  8. Are There Saved Human Beings in Heaven? (l) - The Scriptures show no human-besides Jesus the Messiah-has ever entered heaven. The voices referred to in Revelation 19, then, are those of angelic beings who surround God's throne.
  9. Salvation Is Entrance Into the Kingdom of God (l) - Typically, Jesus' mission to earth is characterized something like, "Jesus came to die for us so we can have salvation." But to leave the purpose of Christ at this is incomplete.
  10. Everlasting Life Conquers Death (l) - Understanding the meaning of life, death and what follows this physical life can give us comfort and hope in the face of death. It should also have a great impact on the kind of people we are, motivating us to live carefully and make wise choices.
  11. Partaking of the Divine Nature (l) - Everlasting, abundant life in the Kingdom as part of the God family is our ultimate destiny. That is what Christ makes possible (John 10:10). That is why God created us in His image.
  12. Reward and Punishment (l) - When will God reward those who love and obey Him? Will God punish those who deliberately refuse to repent of their wickedness and wrongdoing?
  13. Grace: How God Interacts With Us (l) - God's attitude and approach of loving care and concern-even correction for us is summed up in the term grace.
  14. God Wants a Relationship With Us (l) - God expresses his desire that we acknowledge and accept him as the Supreme Being. Then He expresses his desire to associate with -- to have a relationship with -- those who accept Him as their God.
  15. Has Christ Failed? (l) - The Bible tells us God wants all people to be saved. So what are we to make of the fact that only a third of the world is even nominally Christian?
  16. The Hope of Glory (l) - The Olympic Games represent a striving for excellence in athletic achievement. Paul used them to illustrate another great contest.
  17. What Does God Require for Eternal Life? (l) - God promises eternal life to all who believe in and accept Jesus Christ as their Savior. But do we have any responsibility beyond believing?
  18. People Believed in 'Going to Heaven' Long Before Christianity (l) - God does not promise heaven as the reward of the saved. Instead, He has something far greater and more meaningful in mind -- eternal rulership in the Kingdom of God, to be established on earth at Christ's return (Revelation 5:10; 11:15).
  19. Many Paths to God? (l) - Sincere people worship God in so many different ways. Does a loving God look at all these paths as equal? If not, what does He have in mind?
  20. God's Family: the Reason You Were Born (l) - Our becoming children of God is the heart and core of God's great plan for humanity.
  21. What Does the Bible Really Say? (l) - Common suppositions about the Bible, versus what it really says.
  22. What is Salvation? (l) - Millions of professing Christians believe they are "saved." But from what are they saved? How and when does salvation take place? Let's cut through the confusion and understand the truth.
  23. The Gift of Life (l) - God's aim is to release us from Satan's stranglehold. Through Christ, God would destroy the devil's power of death and release us. This is where the promised gift of power comes into play.
Salvation - when it is
  1. God's Purpose for Mankind (l) - God's purpose for mankind is to prepare those whom He calls to possess God's Kingdom and become kings and priests reigning with Christ at His return. We believe that the reason for mankind's existence is literally to be born as spirit beings into the family of God
  2. The Feast of Pentecost: The Firstfruits of God's Harvest (l) - Pentecost serves as an annual reminder that our Creator still works miracles, granting His Spirit to the firstfruits of His spiritual harvest, empowering them to carry out His work in this world.
  3. The Feast of Tabernacles: Jesus Christ Reigns Over All the Earth (l) - God's plan for mankind involves restoration. The Feast of Tabernacles symbolizes the restoration process, which will start with the return of Jesus Christ, pictured by the Feast of Trumpets, and the banishment of Satan, depicted by the Day of Atonement.
  4. What Is the Fate of the Unrepentant? (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).
  5. Are Some Tortured Forever in a Lake of Fire? (l) - Satan, a spirit being, will indeed suffer torment long after the wicked are burned to ashes. The evil angels-demons-will share with Satan his torment (Matthew 25:41). The beast and false prophet will have ceased to exist.
  6. How Eternal Life Will Ultimately Be Offered to All (l) - After Jesus Christ returns, He will expand the process of offering salvation to all mankind.
  7. Understanding God Through Christ (l) - The image of God is what makes man unique among all His physical creation. This is what renders men, women and children truly human.
  8. The Last Great Day (l) - The eighth day is the Last Great Day of the fall festival season, and it represents the final, or seventh, step in God's plan of salvation.
  9. No Man Left Behind (l) - Billons of men, women and children have lived and died without ever knowing the true God or His way of life. What happens to them? Are they condemned to an eternity of suffering in hellfire? Or does God have a plan in which no one is left behind?
  10. The Wave-Sheaf Offering (l) - In ancient Israel, the beginning of the spring grain harvest was marked with an unusual ceremony - the waving of the first sheaf of grain to be accepted by God. This simple act holds great spiritual significance!
  11. Questions and Answers - May/Jun 2003 (l) - Answers to questions about "unsaved" loved ones and the smoking habit.
  12. If a Man Die, Will He Live Again? (l) - The ancient words of Job reflect an age-old question: What happens to us when we die? Is death the end for us? Is there any hope for us beyond the grave? The Bible gives the clear - and to many surprising - answers.
Salvation, means to
  1. How Will God Judge the World? (l) - Judgment remains one of the most misunderstood subjects in all the Bible. Many think of it almost wholly in terms of condemnation or damnation. But is that really how God will judge His human creation? On what basis will He render a final verdict?
  2. God's Investment (l) - Can we earn our salvation?
  3. What Did God Plan "Before Time Began"? (l) - It's difficult for us to comprehend the concept of "before time began," much less what took place then. But Scripture reveals that God laid out His amazing purpose and plan for mankind before time began!
  4. A New Life Leading to Eternal Life (l) - Sin is why God sent His Son to die for us. But because He lives again, we also can experience a very different new life!
  5. Faith: Is It All God Requires for Salvation? (l) - Martin Luther was correct in rejecting Catholic teaching and practice that one could essentially "buy" salvation through donations to the church or physical acts. But his belief in "faith alone" is a serious theological error with lasting impact to this day.
  6. The Church of God Today (l) - The church of God today keeps God's commandments and holds fast to all that Jesus taught.
  7. The Mission and Responsibility of the Church (l) - The Church plays many roles in the bringing of salvation to the world. It stands as "the light of the world". It is the "household" or "family of God". It is the "mother" who nurtures God's sons and daughters. It functions as the "pillar and ground of the truth" in a spiritually confused world (1od". It is the "mother" who nurtures God's sons and daughters. It functions as the "pillar and ground of the truth" in a spiritually confused world.
  8. Promises to Abraham (l) - God's enduring righteousness is demonstrated by his faithfulness in fulfilling all the promises He made to the father of the faithful, Abraham.
  9. The Gospel of Jesus Christ: Salvation in the Kingdom (l) - The Kingdom of God is attained only through Jesus Christ's central role as the personal Savior of all who would enter that Kingdom.
  10. 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.
  11. Are Some Tortured Forever in a Lake of Fire? (l) - Satan, a spirit being, will indeed suffer torment long after the wicked are burned to ashes. The evil angels-demons-will share with Satan his torment (Matthew 25:41). The beast and false prophet will have ceased to exist.
  12. How Does Justification Relate to Salvation? (l) - Understanding the relationship between justification and salvation.
  13. Partaking of the Divine Nature (l) - Everlasting, abundant life in the Kingdom as part of the God family is our ultimate destiny. That is what Christ makes possible (John 10:10). That is why God created us in His image.
  14. The Book of James: An 'Epistle of Straw'? (l) - Paul wrote, "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith," and we are "created in Christ Jesus to do good works" (Ephesians 2:8, New International Version). James summarized this concept simply and concisely, telling us that "faith without works is dead" (James 2:20).
  15. Growing in Faith (l) - We must have faith to receive God's gift of salvation. In our faithless age (Luke 18:8), how can we develop living, active faith?
  16. Grace: How God Interacts With Us (l) - God's attitude and approach of loving care and concern-even correction for us is summed up in the term grace.
  17. Can Those God Has Forgiven Reject His Grace? (l) - Some people believe that when a person commits his or her life to Jesus Christ, accepting Him as personal Savior, then eternal salvation is totally assured from that moment on, with absolutely no possibility of ever losing it. This is often referred to as "eternal security" or "once saved, always saved." But does the Bible really teach this? Let's examine the Scriptures to understand the truth.
  18. Is Your Life "Good Enough" for God? (l) - So what does God expect of us? What does it mean to "get right" with Him? What does it look like in a person's life? Let's notice Jesus Christ's own statements that give us the answer!
  19. Are You Saved by Faith Alone Without Works? (l) - The Bible says we are saved through God's gift of grace through faith. Does that mean faith in Christ is all we need?
  20. The Meaning of the Name 'Jesus Christ' (l) - Peter said, 'There is no other name ... by which we must be saved.' But what does that name mean?
  21. The Hope of Glory (l) - The Olympic Games represent a striving for excellence in athletic achievement. Paul used them to illustrate another great contest.
  22. Is God's Grace an Unconditional Guarantee of Salvation? (l) - How can God love us unconditionally and then require conditions we must meet to have a relationship with Him?
  23. Questions and Answers - May/Jun 2005 (l) - Answers to readers' questions. May/June 2005.
  24. What Does God Require for Eternal Life? (l) - God promises eternal life to all who believe in and accept Jesus Christ as their Savior. But do we have any responsibility beyond believing?
  25. God's Plan for Eternity (l) - God has a better plan for eternity than most realize; and it's available to everyone.
  26. The Wave-Sheaf Offering (l) - In ancient Israel, the beginning of the spring grain harvest was marked with an unusual ceremony - the waving of the first sheaf of grain to be accepted by God. This simple act holds great spiritual significance!
  27. Are You Putting Off Your Salvation? (l) - Even though they've come to understand the truth of God, many put off baptism for years. But is that really acceptable to God? Should you delay your baptism?
Satan
  1. The Spirit World's Dangerous Dark Side (l) - Strange practices and religions such as Wicca, Santeria, voodoo and channeling are growing in popularity. What's behind them? Are such things harmless, or is there more to them than meets the eye?
  2. Does Satan Exist? (l) - If you did an Internet search using the phrases "Does God exist?" and "Does Satan exist?," what would you expect to find? What level of interest and research is there, do you suppose, for those two crucial questions?
  3. Is There Really a Spirit World? (l) - Both popular culture and religion bombard us with references to the spirit world. But is it real? What's it all about? Where can you turn to sort out fact from fable?
  4. What if You Are Confronted by the Dark Side of the Spirit World? (l) - The Bible provides a guide to successfully countering any of Satan's deceptions. Below are several principles you should follow.
  5. Take It or Leave It: Reflections on John 10:10 (l) - Every word Jesus spoke when He was on earth was filled with meaning and application. His words in John 10:10 are no exception.
  6. Lessons of the Snake and Toad (l) - I couldn't believe what I was seeing in my backyard, and you may not believe the life lessons it taught me.
  7. The Train Ride (l) - We're all passengers on a metaphorical express train. Why are so few concerned about the destination?
  8. The Binding of Satan Pictured on the Day of Atonement (l) - The Day of Atonement featured two goats: the first as a type of Christ's atoning sacrifice and the second to represent the removal of Satan.
  9. War to End All Wars (l) - Mankind has yet to discover the true road map to lasting peace.
  10. Where Vampires & Werewolves Don't Exist (l) - Witchcraft in all its forms is part of the devil's marketing efforts.
  11. Suffering: How It Began, How It Will End (l) - Our world is wracked with evil and misery. But why? From where did it originate? Why is it so pervasive? And most importantly, does God plan to do something about it?
  12. Who Is Responsible for the Deception? (l) - Satan was the brains behind the operation to get rid of Jesus and distort His message.
  13. A World Held Captive: Soon to Be Set Free! (l) - Most Bible believers think this is God's world-but how can we reconcile that with all the crime, violence, wars, oppression, starvation and disasters we see all around us? The surprising fact is that, in terms of human society and its impact, this is not God's world, but a world that has been kidnapped by an unseen enemy. Here's the story of how it was kidnapped and how it will be set free!
  14. Satan's World Reminds Us How Not to Rule (l) - Christians can examine Satan's present rule over this world to discover what his kingdom lacks -- and what God's doesn't.
  15. Surviving the Serpent - Part Two (l) - Encountering a serpent today can be risky, but there will come a time when that will change.
  16. Liar, Liar, Politics on Fire (l) - The world is ablaze with political lying that is destroying civilization -- under the influence of the greatest liar ever. But a new leader to come promises a reformed society based on truth. You can prepare now to be part of it.
  17. God on War (l) - Does God want somebody else's nation to shoot, blast or bomb your nation into submission or out of existence? You know He doesn't. But how do you reconcile the existence of God with the reality of war?
  18. God Called Me Out of the World (l) - We all must be on guard against the sinister influence that saturates this world.
  19. The Stunted Tree (l) - Where are we deciding to be planted, is it time to pull up roots?
  20. Take Heed - Be Not Deceived (l) - Listen to the warnings and encouragement from Jesus Christ and His apostles and prophets about deceptions and attacks from Satan.
  21. Why Ask Why? (l) - Have you ever found yourself in a tragic situation and asked God, "Why is this happening to me?"
  22. 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.
  23. Is Israel the Obstacle to Middle East Peace? (l) - Many believe peace would be achievable in the Middle East if not for the nagging problem of Israel. They blame the ongoing regional conflict on the Jewish state's recalcitrance in negotiations and even its very existence. But would there really be peace if Israel were out of the way? How is peace to truly come?
  24. An Evil Spirit World (l) - What's the source of so much sorrow and suffering in our world? God's Word reveals surprising details about a spiritual dimension -- the angelic world -- and an evil being and his cohorts who are the enemies of God and those who follow His ways.
  25. What Is the Origin of Satan and Demons? (l) - Sometime after the world was formed, the peaceful harmony in the angelic realm dramatically changed.
  26. The Destruction of Satan's Kingdom (l) - When will God put an end to wickedness? When will He eliminate Satan's influence? When will man's inhumanity to his fellowman cease?
  27. Satan: The Great Seducer (l) - Satan uses people to deceive other people. He especially likes to use people who seem, from outward appearances, to be trustworthy.
  28. Satan's War Against the People of God (l) - Satan's warfare against God's people, including Christ, is a primary subject of the book of Revelation.
  29. 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?
  30. Satan the Devil (l) - Satoan is the adversary of God, as evidenced even in the meaning of his name in both Hebrew and Greek.
  31. Atonement: Removal of Sin's Cause and Reconciliation to God (l) - The Day of Atonement symbolizes the reconciliation of God and all humanity.
  32. The Ruler of a Kingdom of Spiritual Darkness (l) - God's Kingdom is not of this world, as Jesus Christ made clear in John 18:36. It is even more tragic that another being is ruler of this world, right here and right now -- Satan the devil.
  33. Did God Create the Devil? (l) - Where did the devil come from? How did such a creature come to be? Did God purposefully create an evil being?
  34. Following the Footsteps of a Different God (l) - 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).
  35. Why Does God Allow Satan to Influence Mankind? (l) - God is in control, but He has allowed Satan to dominate humanity for two basic reasons. First, Adam and Eve, our first parents, chose Satan's domination over them. Second, God wants all of humanity to learn that "the way of man is not in himself; it is not in man who walks to direct his own steps" (Jeremiah 10:23).
  36. The Word "Lucifer" in Isaiah 14:12 (l) - The parallels between the astronomical picture and what happened in the spirit realm are striking and reinforce the points Isaiah makes here in describing this tragic angelic rebellion.
  37. 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).
  38. The Fall of Satan's Kingdom (l) - 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)
  39. The Great Counterfeiter (l) - As a deceiver, Satan has no equal. In addition to being the world's greatest con artist, he is also its most accomplished counterfeiter.
  40. 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).
  41. Introduction: Is There Really a Devil? (l) - Is there really a Devil? An introduction to the cause of evil and suffering.
  42. Satan's Work in Our World (l) - . . The god of this world has blinded the minds of the unbelievers, to keep them from seeing the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ . . ." (2 Corinthians 4:4, New Revised Standard Version).
  43. God and Satan: Truth and Life vs. Lies and Murder (l) - The Scriptures draw sharp contrasts between God and Satan that help us better understand the profound differences between their character, motivations, goals and actions.
  44. How Can We Resist the Devil? (l) - We must actively seek to eliminate Satan's way of thinking and behaving from our lives.
  45. Satan's False Advertising--Even in Christianity (l) - If you could see and meet the devil face to face, what would he look like? He is commonly depicted as a cartoon character in a red suit with a pitchfork or as a hideous-looking ghoul.
  46. What's Wrong With Our Human Nature? (l) - We have a natural tendency to resent having our fleshly desires limited by rules, even God's rules. Paul explains: "For those who live according to the flesh set their minds on the things of the flesh, but those who live according to the Spirit set their minds on the things of the Spirit.
  47. Satan's Role in Suffering (l) - Through the spiritual blindness and ignorance Satan has foisted off on the world, he is the instigator of incalculable suffering. He has blinded humanity to the reason for our existence.
  48. The Day of Atonement (l) - The Day of Atonement: a picture of the reconciliaton of all mankind to God.
  49. Why Man Rejects the Knowledge of God (l) - There is a spiritual ultimate source of all misinformation and disinformation -- whether about scriptural or secular knowledge.
  50. Satan's Role in Causing Suffering (l) - Satan is a major reason for people's suffering.
  51. An Unseen Evil Influence (l) - The world is predicted to be a dangerous place at the time of the end. We will be brought to the brink of extinction. But why do people think and act in such self-destructive ways? Is another factor -- one that few recognize -- at work influencing human behavior?
  52. 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.
  53. 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.
  54. The Devil's Role in Religion (l) - The devil plays an immense role in the religions of mankind. Only those who ask for God's help as the diligently study the Bible and compare their beliefs to what it teaches can hope to overcome the deceptions that are so prevalent in today's religious organizations and fellowships.
  55. How We Are Tempted (l) - Paul cautioned Christians, having turned from Satan's influence, not to surrender again to it.
  56. Where Does Evil Come From? How Will It End? (l) - The beauty and wonder of the world assure us there is a loving God. Yet the picture is marred by evil and misery. Where does evil come from? Is God powerless to stop it? Or will it cease to be?
  57. Are You Being Manipulated? (l) - Few people are aware of the great unseen spiritual battle taking place throughout the world. Fewer still realize that the main battlefield is within their minds!
  58. Where Does Evil Come From? (l) - Every day we see and hear of terrible events -- wars, horrifying violence, bloody crimes, government corruption, gross immorality, hypocrisy and more. Where do such things come from? And will they ever end?
  59. Are We Underestimating Our Need to Resist Satan? (l) - All of us need reminding of a vicious enemy who wants to tear our lives into pieces. But we can take heart in being able to resist him. God's Word shows us how.
  60. A World Embracing Evil (l) - Our world is changing before our eyes in frightening ways. What's behind the bizarre things we are seeing, and what can we do about them?
  61. The Unseen "God of This Age" (l) - God gives us the knowledge and help we need to resist Satan in every way.
  62. "Deliver Us From the Evil One" (l) - As the menacing ruler of this world drags society into deepening darkness, we must turn to the light for ongoing help and victory.
  63. The Devil Goes to Church (l) - The devil is much wilier and may be much closer than you think. The Bible reveals that he deceives the whole world -- meaning he has even duped churches and religious figures. How is this possible? Could you be deceived too?
  64. Human Nature (l) - Are human beings inherently good? If so, why is there so much evil in the world? Did God make people the way they are? Or has something gone wrong? And what fundamentally needs to change?
  65. Beware of Satan's "D-Vices" (l) - It's vital to maintain vigilance in guarding against the enemy's attempts to corrupt and destroy us. We look here at some of the devil's tactics that share the same first letter in English.
  66. Kingdom of Lies - The Demonic Assault on Reality (l) - Efforts to destroy the family to remake society have sunk to now redefining sexuality on a fundamental level. These attempts arise from utopian dreams of reshaping the world into an imagined paradise free from biblical morality. Dark forces are driving the false hope and means of trying to realize it, posing an existential threat to humanity. But Truth will ultimately prevail.
  67. The Battle for Your Mind (l) - There is a very real battle going on inside your head. You have the power to determine who will win. Don't loose this crucial confrontation.
  68. What's at the Root of War? (l) - Volumes have been written describing the root causes of war.
  69. War on Terrorism Is Spiritual Warfare (l) - Al Qaeda terrorists labor to define the war on terrorism as the West vs. Islam-a definition that Western leaders throw off. Yet deeply entrenched religious issues are at the heart of the current war. And they are inflamed by a power greater than either the worldwide terrorist network or the combined military might of the United States, Britain, the rest of NATO and Russia.
  70. The Heavenly Signs in the Sequence of End-Time Events (l) - First comes the tribulation, as described in the fifth seal. Next the heavenly signs, described in the sixth seal, occur. After the heavenly signs is the Day of the Lord, the day of God's wrath.
  71. Did a Good God Create an Evil World? (l) - Is it possible to completely expunge all evil from the world? It is not only possible, it will be done! The Bible reveals how God will eventually banish evil from existence!
  72. Reflections on the Dunblane Tragedy (l) - Was the massacre of innocent schoolchildren in Scotland only an isolated incident, or is it an indicator of a much greater problem?
  73. When the Really Big One Doesn't Get Away (l) - Satan the devil, the adversary, the ultimate spiritual terrorist threat.
  74. Is the Spirit World Real? (l) - Do you know for sure whether there really is an evil spirit named Satan? What about his minions called demons? How does all of this affect young people?
  75. The Real Star Wars (l) - A struggle for control of the universe.
  76. The Origin of Evil and Suffering (l) - Editorial: Where did evil come from?
  77. To Prevail Against the Enemy (l) - People today don't believe Satan exists or don't take him seriously. But he is a real enemy, and we need real armor to overcome him.
  78. Star Wars III: What Makes a Hero Go Bad? (l) - As the Star Wars series finally comes to a close, what lessons can we learn from its story line and characters?
  79. The Role of Satan in the End Time (l) - 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?
  80. Did God Create People Evil? (l) - Viewing the suffering around the globe caused by evil leaders is discouraging. Some countries are run by outright drug lords. Others are ruled by leaders who abuse their own people. Saddam Hussein has become a poster boy of the evil tyrant in the 21st century just as Hitler and Stalin were in the 20th. Why would a good God create such evil people?
  81. Never Let Your Guard Down! (l) - Just as complacency can mean death to the man who hunts the giant Kodiak bear, it can bring on spiritual death to the Christian. Learn the importance of fighting complacency from hearing the true story of Allen Hasselborg.
  82. I Dare You! (l) - "I dare you! I double dare you!" Then what? Those words are often followed by actions that are dangerous, illegal, embarrassing or risky in one way or another.
  83. Still a Troubled and Dangerous World (l) - The end of the Cold War promised a safer time, but our planet has become more perilous. Why?
  84. 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?
  85. 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.
  86. How Much Do You Know About Heaven and Hell? (l) - Are some of your loved ones writhing in everlasting flames? Could a God of love sentence people to an eternity of agony in hell? Can we reconcile a loving God with such ideas ? Discover the encouraging truth from the pages of your Bible!
  87. Crime: How Will It Be Stopped? (l) - What is the real cause of crime and violence? Where do these twin evils originate? Why have we been unable to find an answer for the curse of crime?
  88. The Battle for Your Mind (3/97) (l) - Why do you think the way you do? Are the choices you make truly your own, or do influences beyond your control unduly sway your opinions?
  89. Christian Living: Ordeal or Adventure? (l) - An unheralded adventure can lead to the greatest possible triumph.
Saudi Arabia
  1. Why Is Israel the Focus of Muslim Hostility? (l) - At the heart of the ongoing conflict in the Middle East is ongoing hatred among Muslim nations toward Israel and the Jewish people. What are the underlying causes?
  2. Israel: A Nation in Dire Peril (l) - The year 1948 saw the birth of the modern state of Israel, transforming a significant portion of the Jewish people from a scattered nation (a diaspora or dispersion) into a nation-state with real sovereignty.
  3. Nuclear Iran Could Lead to Nuclear Saudi Arabia (l) - Israel, Europe and the United States are not the only world powers with an intense interest in the outcomes of the international talks over Iran's nuclear future.
  4. Nuclear talks stoke further Saudi-Iranian conflict (l) - America remains mired in difficult, dangerous relationships with Middle Eastern states.
  5. Anger Mounts Following Gulf War (l) - Where their holy land is involved, many Muslims tend to define the struggle -- and sometimes also the enemy -- in religious terms, seeing the American troops sent to free Kuwait and save Saudi Arabia from Saddam Hussein as infidel invaders and occupiers. This perception is heightened by America's unquestioned primacy among the powers of the infidel world.
  6. Current Events & Trends November/December 2019 (l) - An overview of events and conditions around the world featured in the November/December 2019 issue of Beyond Today.
  7. World News Review January 2007 (l) - World news review, January 2007.
  8. World News and Trends - Mar/Apr 2004 (l) - An Overview of Conditions Around the World, March/April 2004.
  9. World News Review July 2004 (l) - Summary of world news - July 2004.
  10. A Page on the World: Secrets of the Kingdom (l) - Gerald Posner gives "the inside story of the Saudi-U.S. connection" (2005, ISBN 1-4000-6291-8).
  11. World News Review June 2000 (l) - World news review - June 2000
  12. World News Review Jan 2002 (l) - World new review. January 2002.
  13. World News Review Aug 2002 (l) - World news review. August 2002.
  14. World News Review Feb 2002 (l) - World news review. February 2002.
School shootings
  1. Sandy Hook: A Search for Why and What to Do About It (l) - What does this tragedy mean and is there an answer why it happened?
  2. Surprise School Shooting Drill Terrifies Students (l) - In November 2014, police in a Florida town performed an active shooter drill in a local middle school.
  3. Kids Killing Kids (l) - The horror of pistol--packing students--and what to do about them.
  4. The Death of Innocence (l) - Terrorism continues to strike America's schools. How can we understand such tragedy?
  5. Terror and Tragedy at Columbine High School (l) - Kids killing kids: what does it mean?
  6. Do You See the Canaries? (l) - Canaries were once used to warn miners of toxic gas in underground mines. There is a lesson for our cultures. Can you see the "canaries" warning us about a toxic society?
  7. Kids Killing Kids: What Does It Mean? (l) - WHY? Couldn't God have stopped this senseless murder? Good News editor Scott Ashley helps us come to grips with some of the tough questions.
  8. Reflections on the Dunblane Tragedy (l) - Was the massacre of innocent schoolchildren in Scotland only an isolated incident, or is it an indicator of a much greater problem?
  9. Wanted - Parents Who Show Their Children How to Live (l) - This generation has mortgaged the morality of the next, and struggles for a way to comfort itself.
Science and ethics
  1. Did God Give Animals Rights? (l) - What is the difference between human beings and animals? Why did God make animals? How should a vertical-thinking person treat animals?
  2. 2010: Another Step Toward Frankenstein (l) - Science magazine recently announced a significant step toward creating artificial life. The breatkthrough has caused many scientists to praise the potential for beneficial research. Others, however, warn of the potential threat of a technology we do not yet fully understand or can control. What might this open door lead to in the not-so-distant future?
  3. Atheistic Scientists Who Play God - Where It Might Lead (l) - For science to work properly it has to be governed by moral values and ethical standards.
  4. Making Sense of the Cloning Claims (l) - Fantastic claims about humans being cloned for the first time.
  5. Why the Human Genome Project? (l) - Will the Human Genome Project produce any good fruit?
  6. Cloning: Is Man About to Make Himself In His Own Image? (l) - The idea of cloning a human being is far from absurd in light of stunning developments in the world of science.
  7. Cloning: A Dangerous Journey Into Uncharted Waters? (l) - What's behind the concerted efforts to clone human beings? Is this another attempt to climb to the loftiest heights of knowledge and defy our Creator?
  8. World News Review January 2001 (l) - A brief overview of world events. January 2001.
  9. A Gory Harvest (l) - Technology has inspired and made possible a nightmarish controversy over the use of aborted embryonic and and fetal parts in medical research.
  10. Where Will the Genetics Revolution Lead? (l) - This century has seen some astounding scientific and technological advancement.Developments continue to amaze. But is all such advancement a good thing?
  11. World News Review April/May 2000 (l) - World news - Apr/May 2000
Scientific advances
  1. Future Visions: The Wonderful World Beyond Today (l) - Will science create a gleaming utopia of peace and happiness for all? Or does a nightmarish world await us? Futurists offer a variety of conflicting visions. But is there a way to foresee what it will really be like in the world beyond today?
  2. Higgs Boson: Evidence for Universe's Fine-Tuning (l) - It made big news when, on July 4, 2012, scientists of the European nuclear research organization CERN announced with a 99.99 percent certainty that they had found the elusive Higgs boson, the last particle needed to confirm the theory of the Standard Model of particle physics.
  3. Humanity's Bias Against the Supernatural (l) - One wonders how many nonbelievers in God would remain nonbelievers if they read and studied the Bible and examined the evidence for its accuracy and authenticity.
  4. Cloning: A Dangerous Journey Into Uncharted Waters? (l) - What's behind the concerted efforts to clone human beings? Is this another attempt to climb to the loftiest heights of knowledge and defy our Creator?
  5. DNA: The Tiny Code That's Toppling Evolution (l) - As scientists explore a new universe -- the universe inside the cell -- they are making startling discoveries of information systems more complex than anything ever devised by humanity's best minds. How did they get there, and what does it mean for the theory of evolution?
  6. The Ominous GNR Revolution (l) - The Biotech Age brings new and terrifying scenarios. How might the explosion of knowledge of genetics, nanotechnology and robotics (GNR) change our world?
Scotland
  1. The Scottish Question (l) - Scotland has voted to establish its own national parliament. What does this mean for the future of the United Kingdom?
Scythians
  1. Appendix 4: The Colchis Connection (l) - Is it possible to identify Calcol or Chalcol as Cecrops of Athens and still relate his name to the people of Colchis?
  2. The Mysterious Scythians Burst Into History (l) - Many historians have concluded that the Celts and Scythians have a common background.
  3. Celts and Scythians Linked by Archaeological Discoveries (l) - The archaeological evidence shows that the Celts and Scythians both freely shared and mingled. Russian and Eastern European excavations plainly reveal the blending of these two groups.
  4. The Geography of Celtic-Scythian Commerce (l) - Both the eastern Scythians and the western Celts had the waterways of the continent-the "highways" of that day-at their disposal for trade. And they used them effectively.
Sea gates
  1. An Overview of Conditions Around the World - Sep/Oct 2001 (l) - A brief synopsis of world events. September/October 2001
  2. Panama: Another Major Sea Gate Relinquished (l) - The Panama Canal is an engineering marvel and a symbol of "The American Century." What is the significance of America's decision to turn it over to Panamanian control?
Second resurrection
  1. 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?
  2. The Resurrection of the Dead: What Does the Bible Really Teach? (l) - Many people have at least a vague notion that the Bible teaches about a resurrection. But what is the resurrection all about? And how does it fit into God's overall plan for salvation?
  3. The Wonderful World Beyond Today! Part 7: The Universe and Beyond (l) - The plans, promises and prophecies of the Bible all lead to one thing -- a potential almost beyond human comprehension! What does God have in store for you?
  4. The Great White Throne Judgment: A Biblical Mystery Explained (l) - The book of Revelation describes a resurrection in which billions will be judged. How will Jesus Christ judge them? Will He consign them to an ever-burning hellfire or instead give them their first real opportunity for salvation?
  5. The Mystery of the Resurrections Mentioned in the Bible (l) - Does the resurrection from the dead seem like a mystery to you?
  6. What Might Have Been vs. What Shall Yet Be (l) - Few sorrows in life can come close to the loss of a child. Yet even in such a tragedy, God's Word promises the hope of life beyond the grave - a future resurrection in a much different world.
  7. Jesus Christ and the Great White Throne Judgment (l) - What will happen to those who've died without understanding God's truth? Will they yet receive the opportunity to be saved? Or will they be tormented in hellfire forever after being condemned in the last judgment?
  8. The Mission and Responsibility of the Church (l) - The Church plays many roles in the bringing of salvation to the world. It stands as "the light of the world". It is the "household" or "family of God". It is the "mother" who nurtures God's sons and daughters. It functions as the "pillar and ground of the truth" in a spiritually confused world (1od". It is the "mother" who nurtures God's sons and daughters. It functions as the "pillar and ground of the truth" in a spiritually confused world.
  9. The Eighth Day: Eternal Life Offered to All (l) - What does God have in mind for those who have never believed in Christ or understood any of God's truth? How does the Creator provide for them in His plan?
  10. Are Those Who Commit Suicide Forever Condemned? (l) - The Bible relates examples of depression of various kinds. It shows that depression and related emotional problems can afflict both those who follow God and those who don't.
  11. Suicide: Escape, Road to Hell or Neither? (l) - A major question among Christians dealing with the tragic subject of suicide is whether or not the person's suffering continues after death in an ever-burning hell.
  12. The Last Great Day (l) - The eighth day is the Last Great Day of the fall festival season, and it represents the final, or seventh, step in God's plan of salvation.
  13. No Man Left Behind (l) - Billons of men, women and children have lived and died without ever knowing the true God or His way of life. What happens to them? Are they condemned to an eternity of suffering in hellfire? Or does God have a plan in which no one is left behind?
  14. The Second Resurrection: Humanity's Opportunity for Salvation! (l) - How God plans to offer salvation to all who have every lived.
  15. Questions and Answers - Nov/Dec 2005 (l) - Do the Scriptures to support anyone getting a second chance for salvation once they are dead? The Good News magazine answers this reader's question.
  16. Why Was Jesus Christ Resurrected? (l) - What is the importance of the resurrection of Jesus Christ? What does it mean for our future?
  17. "All Those in the Tombs Will Hear His Voice' (l) - Jesus made a number of puzzling references to a future resurrection -- puzzling, that is, if we try to reconcile them with the traditional view of heaven and hell.
Secularism
  1. Our War of Worldviews (l) - This war of worldviews has grave implications for all of us, because ultimately it comes down to whose values and standards will guide and govern our lives.
  2. Is There a Biblical Economics? Part One (l) - Are you challenging yourself to "Beware lest anyone cheat you through philosophy and empty deceit, according to the tradition of men, according to the basic principles of the world, and not according to Christ?" (Colossians 2:8)
  3. The Great Battle for God (l) - In our confused and chaotic world, one of the great battlefields is whether God is real and if His Word has meaning for us today. Few grasp that the same instruction mankind rejects holds the answers to our problems and to the greatest questions of life.
  4. Glossary (bsc1) (l) - Glossary of some Biblical terms.
  5. Introduction (bsc1) (l) - 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.
  6. "Deliver Us From the Evil One" (l) - As the menacing ruler of this world drags society into deepening darkness, we must turn to the light for ongoing help and victory.
  7. Seeing the World Scene Realistically (l) - The historic continuum and religious war between militant Islam and secularism.
  8. Values Turned Upside Down in a Generation's Time (l) - A major movement is underway to redefine "family". A militant secularism prevails in our society today.
Security
  1. Are You Protected by the Ultimate Security System? (l) - We live in a dangerous world. Threats to our safety and security are growing. Is there a way to ensure that you and your family are always protected?
  2. Extreme building security (l) - A prophecy in Zechariah 8:4-5 foretells: "This is what the Lord Almighty says: 'Once again men and women of ripe old age will sit in the streets of Jerusalem, each of them with cane in hand because of their age. The city streets will be filled with boys and girls playing there'" (New International Version.)
  3. Freedom Measured Against Security (l) - How valuable is freedom when an individual can cause so much harm working alone?
  4. When Will Suffering Cease? (l) - 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.
  5. Introduction (bsc1) (l) - 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.
  6. Relying on God in an Uncertain World! (l) - The apostle James also reminds us that we "do not know what will happen tomorrow". His sobering declaration underlines the natural state of our material world. It is an uncertain world.
  7. Can Those God Has Forgiven Reject His Grace? (l) - Some people believe that when a person commits his or her life to Jesus Christ, accepting Him as personal Savior, then eternal salvation is totally assured from that moment on, with absolutely no possibility of ever losing it. This is often referred to as "eternal security" or "once saved, always saved." But does the Bible really teach this? Let's examine the Scriptures to understand the truth.
  8. A Cure for Code Orange (l) - I can't stop living. And, for sure, I can't stop believing that there is a cure for the Code Oranges of this lifetime.
  9. The Missing Dimension in Homeland Security (l) - Homeland security instantly became the #1 priority of the Bush administration on Sept. 11, 2001. With the creation of the massive Homeland Security Department, concerns of safekeeping continue to be the primary focus of the American government. Are you aware of national security's most important aspect? The lack of this element immediately compromises the safety of any country.
  10. Homeland Security: What Crucial Piece Is the United States Missing? (l) - After the devastating terror attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, homeland security became a top priority for the United States. Yet, at the same time, it seems to be overlooking the most important aspect of its safety, and the risk is incalculable. What is this crucial component of any people's long-term security?
  11. Different Elections -- Same Issues (l) - Outside the United States, the same issues confront candidates in other elections.
September 11
  1. Am I My Brother's Keeper? (l) - We all want to do good -- we want to think we would be the one to step up when needed. But often we find ourselves bowing out, when we should be stepping up.
  2. A Decade After 9/11: Where Is America Headed? (l) - After years of military engagement abroad and severe economic woes, the United States is preparing to retrench, its power and influence set to diminish.
  3. Where Were You on That September Day? (l) - As we look back a decade later, where were you when the United States suffered the biggest terrorist attack in its history? Where was the nation"and where are we today?
  4. America After 9/11: On the Hinge of History (l) - The events of Sept. 11, 2001, shook the entire world. The world had changed, though exactly how wouldn't be known for some time. Now, 10 years later, it's evident we may be on a hinge of history.
  5. Spiritual Warfare Behind the Scenes (l) - Deeply entrenched religious issues are at the heart of the war on terrorism. They are inflamed by a power greater than either the worldwide terrorist network or the combined military might of the United States, Britian the rest of NATO and Russia. You need to understand what that power is.
  6. Will God Continue to Bless America? If Not, Why Not? (l) - After the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, many Americans, including people of faith, continue to ask, "Why did God let this happen?" A year later, let's reflect on the terrorist attacks and their aftermath from a biblical perspective.
  7. The Coming 'Utopia' (l) - The changing world order. December 2001.
  8. God's Wake-Up Call (l) - The United States and most other nations are at war against terrorism! Is there a message from God to all peoples in the midst of all this suffering and uncertainty?
  9. What Do You Know -- and What Will You Do? (l) - While America slept, the nation was caught unprepared for the Sept. 11 attacks on the World Trade Center and Pentagon. Some have questioned how much advance information the government had -- and whether that could have prevented the terrorist attack. But there is a larger question to consider: What does it take for a people to awaken to the urgency of the times?
  10. What Lies Ahead for America? (l) - The world stood transfixed in the wake of a carefully planned series of hijackings that destroyed the world trade center, crippled the Pentagon and took the lives for more than 5,000 men women and children. On a sunny September morning, the world dramatically changed. What is the long term significance?
  11. How to Seek God's Will (l) - How America should seek God's will.
  12. One Year After Sept. 11: What Have We Learned? (l) - September ll should be seen, above all, as a warning - a call to national repentance.
  13. Homeland Security: What Crucial Piece Is the United States Missing? (l) - After the devastating terror attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, homeland security became a top priority for the United States. Yet, at the same time, it seems to be overlooking the most important aspect of its safety, and the risk is incalculable. What is this crucial component of any people's long-term security?
  14. September 11, 2001--Where Do We Go From Here? (l) - Where do you and I go from here? All of us wrestle with trying to understand why such a thing could happen in our nation.
  15. How Strong Is Your Tea Bag? (l) - It's been said, "You never know how strong a tea bag is until you put it in hot water." On Sept. 11, 2001, America came to that boiling point.
  16. Generations in Crisis (l) - The watershed events of Sept. 11, 2001, changed our world. But what specific changes should we be noticing?
  17. Five Years After 9/11 (l) - Five years have now elapsed since the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks stunned the entire world. So far no similar terrorist attacks have occurred in the United States, and only a few have impacted the rest of the Western world. Could there be more than meets the eye as to why?
  18. An Overview of Conditions Around the World - May/Jun 2002 (l) - A brief synopsis of world events. May/June 2002
  19. A Little Help in a Big Storm (l) - An outpouring of concern brings a community together in distant Newfoundland after the tragic events in New York.
  20. America's Good Samaritans: Selfless Sacrifice and Heroism (l) - Not since Pearl Harbor has the United States experienced such a shock of national proportions as it received on Sept 11. Yet out of the rubble and carnage rose a multitude of Good Samaritans. Some sacrificed their lives. Others gave unmeasured comfort to the wounded and brokenhearted. All left us unforgettable examples.
  21. What Do You Know -- And What Will You Do About It? (l) - America was caught unprepared for the Sept. ll attacks. What does it take for a people to awaken to the urgency of the times.
  22. Running Toward the Flame (l) - On September 11, the powerful message of a fireman. That voice is now silenced, but hopefully the thought still lives inside me as I move toward a different type of flame, knowing why and for whom I live. When the smoke clears from this particular tragedy, I must be prepared to move step by step in one direction. Up!
  23. What Do We Do Now? (l) - In the wake of the war with international terrorism and the subsequent Allied response, a new kind of protracted conflict is shaping up. We are threatened with the shadows of an apocalypse of long duration. How do we cope?
Serbia
  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. The Real Victors in Kosovo (l) - Everyone involved in the strange Kosovo conflict is claiming victory-except its chief victims, the Albanians.
  3. 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?
  4. To Tell the Truth (l) - It will be difficult for some people to acknowledge the unsavory truth about their nation's sins.
  5. "She's Ours" (l) - The example of a WWII Serbian orphan.
  6. Any Room at the Inn? (l) - Would I have opened my door to save the life of another person?
  7. 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?
Serving
  1. Am I My Brother's Keeper? (l) - We all want to do good -- we want to think we would be the one to step up when needed. But often we find ourselves bowing out, when we should be stepping up.
  2. What's the Key to Real Leadership? (l) - Everywhere we look we see a great need for real leadership. But what is real leadership? What is its foundation? Can someone be a good leader without displaying real leadership?
  3. Do You Want to Join the Club? (l) - There are groups or clubs set up for just about everything in life. All have leaders, and many people seek those positions. But which position should we strive for?
  4. Spiritual Lessons in Foot Washing (l) - Christ washed His disciples' feet and told us to do likewise. What lessons can we learn from this practice?
  5. Life on Campus: Godly Service Is More Than Membership (l) - Getting involved in service activities and organizations while in college, in addition to serving in our local church congregations, helps lay the foundation for lifelong service.
  6. Serving in the Middle East (l) - God's intent is to have His people live what they believe and not merely preach it.
  7. WIIFM - What's In It For Me? (l) - It sounds like it could be a local radio station, but WIIFM is actually the acronym for a question many people are asking today.
  8. Add Some Service to Your Summer (l) - Finding ways to serve others this summer can be a very rewarding and fun activity. Let's look at three areas where you can personally get involved. Discover how to serve within your regular routine. Service opportunities are all around us!
  9. Follow Me... Glorifying God With Our Little (l) - How can we be used by God in obeying Christ's instruction to "Follow Me"? It starts with three simple steps.
  10. Proverbs: A Wise Servant (l) - Wisdom that sticks with you - straight from God's Word.
  11. Lessons From Matthew 25:34 (l) - Do we really understand what God expects when He says we are to serve one another?
  12. Being a Good Neighbor to Others (l) - A sincere interest in caring for and serving others is essential to the godly way of life.
  13. America's Good Samaritans: Selfless Sacrifice and Heroism (l) - Not since Pearl Harbor has the United States experienced such a shock of national proportions as it received on Sept 11. Yet out of the rubble and carnage rose a multitude of Good Samaritans. Some sacrificed their lives. Others gave unmeasured comfort to the wounded and brokenhearted. All left us unforgettable examples.
  14. A Heart of Flesh (l) - We all want to be there for grieving friends. Having the heart to make the right choice - and knowing practical things to do - can enable us to help our friends through their darkest moments.
  15. The Disappearing Art of Hospitality (l) - Hospitality is well on its way out. But understanding what hospitality is-and-isn't-may help you recapture the spirit of hospitality.
  16. Through Their Eyes (l) - How can we escape Satan's negative mentality and become as little (as yet untainted) children?
  17. A Century of Service From the Last Empress (l) - We can learn a lesson in leadership from a beloved lady -- Britain's queen mother.
  18. One Moment in Time (l) - Be ready, be on the alert, to be involved and to do what one can do, whatever one's part, when the need arises.
  19. Keep It Simple, Warm and Cozy (l) - For the most part, entertaining was something I endured - rather than enjoyed - until I learned several basic lessons.
  20. What Does Jesus Want From You? (l) - 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?
  21. Running Better Than Ever (l) - In many ways, Kip Keino,is still way ahead of the pack. As he looks forward to reaching his present finish line, his example sites the familiar millennial refrain of Isaiah 30:21,"this is the way, walk you in it."
  22. God Values Everyone -- Do We? (l) - Why not look around for a way to help those in need? Many foundations and non-profit organizations that serve people with disabilities would be happy to hear from you. Special Olympics is a wonderful organization that is always appreciative to have volunteers for activities and track meets.
  23. The Watchman as Servant (l) - The role of a watchman as so often described in the Bible.
  24. 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."
  25. An Act of Kindness (l) - The importance of your example to others.
  26. Serving in Thailand (l) - Teaching in exotic Thailand for a year brought unexpected challenges and personal changes. The experience gave us broader perspectives and deeper insights into other cultures, ourselves and God's way.
  27. The Greatest Humanitarian Cause (l) - Do you have trouble with prayer? How should we pray? For what should we pray? What lessons should we learn from prayer? Let's consider Christ's lesson on the subject.
  28. In the Shadow of Death (l) - Don't place a time limit on grief. Some people may be healing well after a year. Some may never heal entirely. How you can help those who have lost loved ones.
  29. My Service Was a Waste! (l) - Have you ever felt that what you tried to do to serve others turned out to be a waste? It's easy to get weary doing good. Is it really worth it?
  30. You're Never Too Young to Serve! (l) - "You're too young..." Most teens hear these words quite often. "You're too young too drive," "You're too young to drink," "You're to young to have a job,"etc. But there is one thing that a young person is never too young to do -- serve!
  31. You Can Make a Difference! (l) - Make a difference in the lives of people and actively fulfill an important Christian obligation to help. Do not look away from the needy.
  32. Are We Our Brother's Keeper? (l) - Are we our brother's keeper?
  33. A Network of Love (l) - God designed us with the need to form relationships with others. Through this network of companionship, we learn the importance of giving and receiving love.
  34. A Little Help in a Big Storm (l) - An outpouring of concern brings a community together in distant Newfoundland after the tragic events in New York.
  35. Why I Serve at United Youth Camps (l) - Each year around 400 staff positions at United Youth Camps are filled by volunteers, including many young adults. United Youth Camps owe them a debt of gratitude for their willing service. Here are a few responses from young adults to the question of why they take the time off from work or classes and volunteer their time to serve at camp.
  36. God Hasn't Told Me to Leave (l) - "Haiti" can be a state of mind. Life can seem out of control, threatening to overwhelm you. And, right now, all you know is that you want a "one-way ticket" out of despair.
  37. Who Me? I Have Nothing to Offer (l) - Like me, you may have felt you were passed by when talents were handed out. But with God's help you can make a difference in this world
Seventh day
  1. Genesis 1 and the Days of Creation (l) - 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?
  2. The Sabbath Day (l) - A Sabbath rest remains for mankind, as confirmed through the living example of Jesus Christ and His followers.
  3. Jesus Christ and the Sabbath (l) - Jesus Christ is our Lord and Master (Philippians 2:9-11). He also proclaimed that He is "Lord of the Sabbath" (Mark 2:28), so we should follow His example in observing the Sabbath -- and all God's commandments -- in the way that He taught and lived.
  4. When Is the Sabbath Day to Be Kept? (l) - The Sabbath, then, was a time for religious instruction, for teaching and learning of God's wondrous acts and laws. Customary work was prohibited and God's great miracles were to be remembered on this day. "
  5. What Is 'the Lord's Day'? (l) - Shows us the error of understanding "the Lord's Day" as Sunday, the first day of the week.
Sex
  1. "Friends With Benefits" What's the Problem? (l) - The expression "friends with benefits" refers to the relationship where a guy and girl who are friends socialize, share companionship at times and have regular sex with "no strings attached".
  2. Sex Outside of Marriage: What's the Big Deal? (l) - The sexual revolution of the 60's encouraged us to liberate ourselves from sexual taboos. Millions did. What have we learned?
  3. Questions and Answers - Sep/Oct 2002 (l) - Questions concerning marriage, sex, and the media
  4. Same-Sex Marriage: Does It Meet With God's Approval? (l) - The gay agenda is steadily gaining ground in Western nations, with same-sex marriage finding acceptance. But what does the Bible say -- and why? And what's at the root of same-sex attraction?
  5. God's Guide to Sex (l) - Everyone knows about the similarities between animal and human sexuality, but what about the differences? And what are the implications of those differences?
  6. Letters From Our Readers - Sep/Oct 2002 (l) - Here are some letters from readers of the Good News magazine regarding subjects like marriage, divorce, our destiny, diversity, and political correctness.
  7. Sex Is Intended for Pleasure (l) - A loving sexual relatioship is one of the benefits of marriage. God views the married sexual relationship as beautiful.
  8. The High Cost of Ignorance (l) - Throughout the Bible are priceless laws and principles that would save millions of lives every year.
  9. 10 Million AIDS Orphans: A Disaster for Africa (l) - AIDS has taken a terrible toll and the plague is far from over. What will stop the horror?
  10. The Dark Shadow Over Illicit Sex (l) - Statistics show that the only really safe sex is between two committed married people.
  11. The Biblical Solution for Africa's Biggest Crisis (l) - At the recent International AIDS Conference held in Bangkok, Thailand, delegates repeatedly condemned abstinence programs. The African continent has been particularly devastated by AIDS. Interestingly, abstinence programs are the only ones that are really working there.
  12. Illicit Sex: The Threat to Children (l) - Children of divorce are more likely to engage in early sexual experiences. Many rush into cohabitation or early marriage.
  13. God's Purpose for Sex and Marriage (l) - When and how did sex and marriage originate and for what purpose?
Sex and marketing
  1. First Threads: The Origin and Impact of Clothes (l) - Studies show that clothes have an impact on all of us--both guys and girls. Sadly, immodest dress is negatively affecting many in ways they don't realize.
  2. In the News Jul/Sep 2007 (l) - Items in the news. Jul/Sep 2007
Sex, extramarital
  1. Is Homosexuality Acceptable to God? (l) - The acceptance of homosexuality as an equally valid lifestyle is rapidly growing in Western culture. Yet God tells us that sex was designed for only one relationship--within marriage, exclusively between a man and a woman.
  2. What If You've Made a Mistake? (l) - When it comes to sex, people make mistakes -- both premarital and extramarital. Sometimes after making a sexual mistake, people will reason that since they've already committed the sin, they may as well continue doing so. This is faulty thinking.
  3. The War on Marriage and Family (l) - Forces are at war in the world attacking marriage -- which in turn threatens the survival of the family. You need to know what the battlefields are in this warfare and what God would have you to do about it!
  4. Living Together: What Aren't They Telling You? (l) - Does living together outside of marriage really bring happiness and stability? What is the real truth about the results of living together?
  5. Saving Marriage: Beyond Constitutional Amendments (l) - 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.
  6. Divorce Revolution Spawns the Cohabitation Generation (l) - Hoping to avoid the difficulties they saw in their parents'marriages, many young adults are skipping marriage in favor of living together outside of marriage. But does this solve problems or create new ones?
Sex, premarital
  1. Editorial: Opinion vs. Fact (l) - Some think skimpy, revealing clothing is sexy and fun. Others say such dress is immodest. Is it really just a matter of opinion?
  2. Unintended Consequences vs. Intended Rewards (l) - Most young people have been advised to forgo premarital sex in order to avoid pregnancy and STDs (sexually transmitted diseases). Now, according to new reports, there are more reasons for following this godly advice.
  3. Hooking Up and Losing Out (l) - A growing number of American college women are "hooking up" with college men, seeking out sexual encounters with no strings attached. What are they looking for--and what are they getting? They profess a deep spirituality, so why are they rejecting religion?
  4. What Does It Take to Be a Real Man? (l) - What's a "real" man? Could you pick him out if you saw him walking down the street? And how can you be one?
  5. "Friends With Benefits" What's the Problem? (l) - The expression "friends with benefits" refers to the relationship where a guy and girl who are friends socialize, share companionship at times and have regular sex with "no strings attached".
  6. The Perfect Support System (l) - Coping with teen pregnancy is hard - premarital sex and children out of wedlock being against the purpose of marriage and family. But there is help to go forward.
  7. Sex and the Young Christian (l) - Sex sells in the popular culture, and many young Christians are buying. But outside the right context, sex brings consequences. What does the One who designed sex say on the matter?
  8. Stacking the Ultimate Relationship (l) - Puzzled about relationships, love and marriage? For keys to understanding, take a new look at a child's favorite toy!
  9. Powered by What? (l) - One thing can lead to another - where do your actions and thoughts lead you?
  10. Dating Dos and Don'ts (l) - Everyone knows that in most cultures dating is a prelude to marriage. But what many don't know is that how we date greatly influences the kind of marriage we will have.
  11. Handling Those Touchy Situations (l) - To help you establish godly standards, consider the following advice given by a panel of young Christians between the ages of 20 and 30.
  12. Men's and Women's Vulnerabilities (l) - When it comes to temptations to have sex, men and women, in general, face different challenges.
  13. Popular Sexual Myths (l) - Given all the confusion that exists today regarding sex, it's important for us to understand some of the most common but mistaken ideas about this subject. Here are a few of today's myths.
  14. What If You've Made a Mistake? (l) - When it comes to sex, people make mistakes -- both premarital and extramarital. Sometimes after making a sexual mistake, people will reason that since they've already committed the sin, they may as well continue doing so. This is faulty thinking.
  15. What to Say When Things Are Going Too Far (l) - What to say when physical intimacy goes too far.
  16. Current Events & Trends - July/August 2024 (l) - An overview of events and conditions around the world featured in the July/August 2024 issue of Beyond Today.
  17. The Gift of Sex (l) - Sex is a beautiful gift from God. But when misused, it can bring tragic consequences.
  18. World News and Trends - Jul/Aug 2005 (l) - An overview of conditions around the world. July 2005
  19. Questions and Answers - Oct/Dec 2002 (l) - Questions and answers on issues of interest to young people who want sound biblical advice.
  20. The Tiny Pill That Changed the World (l) - Forty-five years ago few could have foreseen how this medical innovation could have so dramatically shaped modern society.
  21. Smart Youth Avoid Sex (l) - More and more young people in the United States and around the world are deciding to not have sex. Many have decided that abstinence is better. Why are so many making this decision in the face of all the pressures to have sex?
  22. Living Together: What Aren't They Telling You? (l) - Does living together outside of marriage really bring happiness and stability? What is the real truth about the results of living together?
  23. Christian Values Under Attack (l) - Will you be leaving home for college this fall? If so, your Christianity is sure to be tested. Read this article for advice on how to remain strong.
  24. Predicting Your Success (l) - How would you like to drastically improve your odds of living a long, financially successful life? It is really quite simple. Read this article to find out how to do so and achieve greater happiness.
  25. World News and Trends - January/February 2007 (l) - World news. January 2007.
  26. Virginity -- Is It Worth It? (l) - Many people mistakenly think everyone is having sex before marriage, but the facts show otherwise -- with good cause.
  27. Questions and Answers - Jul/Sep 2004 (l) - Questions and answers represent issues of interest to young people who want sound biblical advice.
  28. 'Why Have You Made Me Like This?' (l) - Some things we can and should change about ourselves. Other things we didn't choose and can't change, no matter how we try. How should we deal with the way we're made?
  29. Letters From Our Readers - Jul/Aug 2003 (l) - Some letters and comments from readers of the Good News.
  30. How Do You Recover From a Costly Mistake? (l) - When a broken bone heals, the body creates an area of increased density and strength at the site of the break. Godly repentance from sexual sins can strengthen your life.
  31. The Biblical Solution for Africa's Biggest Crisis (l) - At the recent International AIDS Conference held in Bangkok, Thailand, delegates repeatedly condemned abstinence programs. The African continent has been particularly devastated by AIDS. Interestingly, abstinence programs are the only ones that are really working there.
  32. "Sometimes You Have to Break the Rules"? (l) - Deep down inside everyone likes to break rules. But is doing so really in our best interest?
  33. 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
  34. Can You Pass the Marshmallow Test? (l) - Everyone likes to enjoy life, but are you willing to deny yourself a little pleasure now for a lot more, later? That decision is more important than you may think.
  35. Sex Outside of Marriage: What's the Big Deal? (l) - The sexual revolution of the 60's encouraged us to liberate ourselves from sexual taboos. Millions did. What have we learned?
  36. Sexual Myths, Sexual Reality (l) - Everyone knows that God created us as sexual beings. We also know that young people face tremendous pressures regarding sex. But who explains how and when a young person can best awaken his or her sexuality?
  37. Virginity: Is It Worth It? (l) - Many people mistakenly think everyone is having sex before marriage, but the facts show otherwise -- with good cause.
  38. The Abortion Controversy (l) - What are the facts about abortion? Is it really murder? What does the Bible say?
  39. Five Significant Trends of 2006 (l) - What are some of last year's really important benchmark events and trends? How does the Bible pass judgment on these happenings today?
  40. It's My Life, and It Isn't Hurting Anyone! (l) - How many times have you heard people make this statement? Is it true, or do our deeds affect others?
  41. In the News Jul/Sep 2004 (l) - In the news... July/September 2004
Sex, safe
  1. Why Isn't Sex Safe? (l) - An estimated 45 million people in the United States are infected with genital herpes. The number is growing by a million new cases a year. This year one in four sexually active teens will contract a sexually transmitted disease. Young people are encouraged to practice "safe sex"--but is there such a thing?
  2. The Dark Shadow Over Illicit Sex (l) - Statistics show that the only really safe sex is between two committed married people.
  3. World News and Trends - May/Jun 1998 (l) - Brief headlines of events around the globe, June 1998
Sexual abstinence
  1. In the News... July 2009 (l) - In the news - July 2009.
  2. Sex and the Young Christian (l) - Sex sells in the popular culture, and many young Christians are buying. But outside the right context, sex brings consequences. What does the One who designed sex say on the matter?
  3. Smart Youth Avoid Sex (l) - More and more young people in the United States and around the world are deciding to not have sex. Many have decided that abstinence is better. Why are so many making this decision in the face of all the pressures to have sex?
  4. The Biblical Solution for Africa's Biggest Crisis (l) - At the recent International AIDS Conference held in Bangkok, Thailand, delegates repeatedly condemned abstinence programs. The African continent has been particularly devastated by AIDS. Interestingly, abstinence programs are the only ones that are really working there.
  5. African AIDS Epidemic: Made Worse by Political Correctness (l) - Abstinence programs in Uganda and Ghana have proven successful in stemming the progression of this dreaded disease. So why do many in the United States oppose programs like this?
Sexual freedom
  1. The Media's Alternative Gospel (l) - The major media news organizations and outlets, says jounalist William Proctor, have their own lists of rights and wrongs that they support or condem through their editorials and reporting.
  2. Teen Sex: The Silent Epidemic That's Killing Our Kids (l) - 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.
Sexual immorality
  1. Compromising With Morality (l) - Even more serious and dangerous than our financial shortcomings is the American attitude of compromise toward sexual morality.
  2. Sexual Abuse, Rape Widespread in America (l) - We are so far from the true sexual intimacy men and women were divinely intended to experience in godly marriage!
  3. Touch Changes Everything (l) - Stop and consider how one of our five senses can alter the lives of others.
  4. A Flood of Immorality (l) - With the kind of leadership America has at the top -- or perhaps we should say that with Americans having chosen this kind of leadership -- it should be no surprise that America (along with the rest of the world) wallows in immoral behavior of every kind.
  5. The Seventh Commandment: Protect the Marital Relationship (l) - The seventh commandment authorizes the marriage relationship and establishes it as the foundation of the family, which in turn stands as the foundation and most important building block of society.
  6. Sex, Sin and the Pursuit of Purity (l) - What you can do to flee wrong thinking and influences and strongly pursue a life of true, godly purity?
  7. An Overview of Conditions Around the World - Jul/Aug 2002 (l) - An analysis of world news, trends, and conditions around the world. July/August 2002
  8. Christian Values Under Attack: Will Yours Survive the College Challenge? (l) - Will you be leaving home for college this autumn? If so, your Christianity is sure to be tested. Read on for advice on how to stay faithful.
  9. Modern Israel Has Sown the Wind and Will Reap the Whirlwind (l) - There seems to be no bottom to the moral toboggan slide the modern house of Israel has been on for the past 40 years!
  10. World News Review Dec 2002 (l) - World news review. December 2002.
  11. Dancing With Indecency (l) - Are you aware of the latest dance craze? Freak dancing is sweeping the western world, thanks to the promotion MTV has given it over the past several years. Kids and school administrators clash over whether it's acceptable. Parents seem uncertain how to deal with the situation.
  12. The Cost of Immorality in the War on Terror (l) - Pictures of abuse of Iraqi prisoners of war by American servicemen and servicewomen have shocked the world. What are the implications for America and the war on terror?
  13. The Day the World Ended: Lessons From Pompeii (l) - Pompeii's ruins tell a stark and heartrending story. One day Pompeii was a thriving, lively city; the next it was a steaming mound of smoldering volcanic ash. Does Pompeii's tragic tale hold lessons for us today?
  14. The Visionary Insight of J.B. Priestley (l) - In the book Literature and Western, J.B. Priestley considers the problems of the human condition and how we must face them. A brief excursion into his remarkable insight can yield us lasting benefit.
  15. Sex Outside of Marriage: What's the Big Deal? (l) - The sexual revolution of the 60's encouraged us to liberate ourselves from sexual taboos. Millions did. What have we learned?
  16. Society's Slide Into Immorality (l) - We are now some 30 years into the sexual revolution that began in the 1960's. What has been the impact on society? What are the implications for the future?
  17. Questions and Answers - Apr/Jun 2003 (l) - Questions and answers on issues of interest to young people who want sound biblical advice.
Sexual obsession
  1. Breaking Free from Addictions (l) - The curse of addictions takes an enormous toll on people and society as a whole. Addictions take many forms and often are very destructive. How can a person break free?
  2. Breaking Free from Sexual Addictions (l) - Sexual addiction occurs in many forms and can be very destructive spiritually. How can it be overcome?
  3. Coming Out of Slavery to Sexual Sin (l) - Indulgence to any addiction has increasing detrimental consequences, and that is powerfully true of addiction to porn. One has a sense of powerlessness and becomes a virtual slave to the addiction as it increasingly controls your life.
  4. Tools of Recovery (l) - Use these tools to help overcome a pornography addiction.
  5. What is Pornography Addiction? (l) - When we think of addiction, we most often think of being addicted to chemicals. The truth of the matter is that people can also be addicted to behaviors. Some of these behaviors include eating, gambling and sex. And the number one type of sexual addiction is habitual viewing of pornography.
  6. Sex, Sin and the Pursuit of Purity (l) - What you can do to flee wrong thinking and influences and strongly pursue a life of true, godly purity?
  7. Pornography: "Adult" Entertainment Is Definitely Not for Adults -- or Youth (l) - Recent decades have seen an explosion in pornography. It's big business, grossing $10 billion in the United States alone. But that's only a tiny part of the story.
  8. Pornography: Definitely Not for Adults (l) - Recent decades have seen an explosion in pornography. Its big business, grossing 10 billion in the United States alone. But that's only a tiny part of the story.
Sexual revolution
  1. Getting off the Sexual Merry-Go-Round (l) - Millions of people have found themselves caught up in the lies promised by the sexual revolution, finding that it brought only heartache and pain. If you're one of its victims, what can you do to start over?
  2. Society's Five Rotten Apples: Part 2 - A Pill Without a Prayer (l) - Again we ask: Why is the world the way it is? What's shaped our society and the kind of people we are? We've come up with all kinds of great things, like technology, medicine and governing constitutions. But the way we live is only getting worse and worse. Why?
  3. The Rotten Apples That Are Corrupting Society (l) - Why is the world the way it is? What has shaped our society and the kind of people we are? We've come up with all kinds of great advancements -- like technology, medicine and governing constitutions -- yet in many aspects the way we live is growing only worse and worse. Why?
  4. Gender Blurring in Pagan Worship (l) - Crossdressing existed in ancient pagan worship -- prominent being that of the Babylonian Ishtar, goddess of love, war, fertility and sex, called Inanna in Sumerian. The Israelites in their apostasies worshipped this goddess under the name Ashtoreth and by the title "Queen of Heaven."
  5. What'™s Behind the Transgender Movement? (l) - With increasingly mandated acceptance of transgenderism, society is careening off a cliff. How did we get here? And where will we end up?
  6. The Supreme Court (l) - The U.S. Supreme Court has again defied God -- by not only denying His Word but also scientific reality.
  7. New Sexual Revolution (l) - Counterculture parents of the '80s, feminists, the entertainment industry and thinking people who wanted to change a culture that mistreats women unwittingly worked together to start a revolution. The result is a raging social trend that threatens our teens.
  8. A Tale of Two TV Commercials (l) - It's ironic that in an age when knowledge is exploding, we choose to remain so clueless about one of the basic functions of life -- sex.
  9. The Tiny Pill That Changed the World (l) - Forty-five years ago few could have foreseen how this medical innovation could have so dramatically shaped modern society.
Sexual temptation
  1. Men's and Women's Vulnerabilities (l) - When it comes to temptations to have sex, men and women, in general, face different challenges.
  2. From Slavery to Freedom (l) - Next we'll take a look at practical as well as spiritual solutions and strategies to overcoming an addiction to pornography, and even the temptations to indulge in viewing pornography.
  3. Lead Us Not Onto Temptation Island (l) - A titilating television show pushes the bounds of accepted morality even further while presenting only the seamy and steamy side of the story.
  4. Men and Women's Vulnerabilities (l) - When it comes to temptations to have sex, men and women, in general, face different challenges.
Sexually transmitted diseases
  1. World News and Trends - May/June 2007 (l) - An overview of conditions around the world. May 2007
  2. Unintended Consequences vs. Intended Rewards (l) - Most young people have been advised to forgo premarital sex in order to avoid pregnancy and STDs (sexually transmitted diseases). Now, according to new reports, there are more reasons for following this godly advice.
  3. World News and Trends - May/June 2008 (l) - An overview of conditions around the world.
  4. World News and Trends - September/October 2008 (l) - An overview of conditions around the world. Sept/Oct 2008
  5. An Overview of Conditions Around the World - Mar/Apr 2001 (l) - A brief synopsis of world events. March/April 2001.
  6. Sharp Rise in Teenage Promiscuity Afflicts Britain (l) - As many as 150,000 British girls have been infected with a sexually transmissible disease primarily transmitted by promiscuous sexual activity.
  7. Why Isn't Sex Safe? (l) - An estimated 45 million people in the United States are infected with genital herpes. The number is growing by a million new cases a year. This year one in four sexually active teens will contract a sexually transmitted disease. Young people are encouraged to practice "safe sex"--but is there such a thing?
  8. In the News Oct/Dec 2006 (l) - In the news. October 2006
  9. An Overview of Conditions Around the World - Jan/Feb 1997 (l) - Illegal-drug trade builds worldwide economic powerhouse; Conflict sharpens over European Middle East role; British rule over Gibraltar threatened; Major species in jeopardy; Pope discusses evolution; Sexually transmissible diseases plague America.
  10. Virginity -- Is It Worth It? (l) - Many people mistakenly think everyone is having sex before marriage, but the facts show otherwise -- with good cause.
  11. A Tale of Two TV Commercials (l) - It's ironic that in an age when knowledge is exploding, we choose to remain so clueless about one of the basic functions of life -- sex.
  12. Teen Sex: The Silent Epidemic That's Killing Our Kids (l) - 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.
  13. Smart Youth Avoid Sex (l) - More and more young people in the United States and around the world are deciding to not have sex. Many have decided that abstinence is better. Why are so many making this decision in the face of all the pressures to have sex?
  14. World News and Trends - Mar/Apr 1998 (l) - A brief synopsis for world events. March/April 1998
  15. The Dark Shadow Over Illicit Sex (l) - Statistics show that the only really safe sex is between two committed married people.
Shadrach Meshach and Abednego
  1. An Ancient Culture Clash (l) - Some 2,600 years ago, three young men, Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego, faced a cultural crisis when they were commanded to show honor to a false god.
  2. A Stirring Example of Faith (l) - The faithful example of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego.
  3. Shadrach, Meshach and Abed-Nego (l) - 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.
Shiites
  1. Israel: A Nation in Dire Peril (l) - The year 1948 saw the birth of the modern state of Israel, transforming a significant portion of the Jewish people from a scattered nation (a diaspora or dispersion) into a nation-state with real sovereignty.
Sierra Leone
  1. "Neither Shall They Learn War Anymore" (l) - I want to share with you the very real and heart-rending dilemma of little boys in a small country with big problems.
Sin
  1. What Did Jesus Teach About Sin? (l) - Jesus taught that actions that led to sins were to be stopped.
  2. What's the Answer to a Better Life? (l) - Do you feel like the problems of your life have reached a dead end and there are no solutions? No matter how hopeless your life may appear, you can have hope for something better. But you can't solve today's problems with the same old solutions; you'll simply arrive at the same old problems.
  3. What Was the Purpose of Christ's Death? (l) - Millions of Christians believe that Jesus Christ died for them. But do they really know why? Why was Jesus Christ's death really necessary?
  4. The Three-Letter Word No One Wants to Talk About (l) - It seems most people today don't really know what "sin" means. Two biblical festivals can help us understand why God considers sin so bad.
  5. The Redeemer (l) - Sin is the enemy of all mankind and all men sin. So how can man redeem himself?
  6. Becoming Resensitized (l) - If we have prolonged or repeated exposure to something, we get used to it. So what happens when that something is wrong -- something we don't want to be comfortable with? It takes a lot of commitment -- and God's help -- but we can restore our sensitivity to sin.
  7. A Crucial Factor in Producing Fruit: Eradicate the Weeds of Sin (l) - 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!
  8. The Fortress (l) - We often build up walls that cannot be penetrated. Unfortunately, they can also lock us away in our own seclusion, blinding us from what we really need to see.
  9. What's Happening to Our World? (l) - Recently Newsweek magazine wrote of "a pileup of disasters, crises and wars." The world appears to be entering a meltdown mode. Astute observers are now asking questions like "What on earth is happening to us?" Does the Bible tell us how to cope with this uncertain world?
  10. Why Did The Messiah Have to Die? (l) - Jesus Christ gave His life for the sins of all humanity. But why did He have to die so that we could live? Wasn't there some other way?
  11. Powered by What? (l) - One thing can lead to another - where do your actions and thoughts lead you?
  12. 10 Bad Ideas Found in the Bible (l) - Do you really have to live by what God says in the Bible? Many people seem to get on quite well by doing whatever they want. Isn't God all-merciful so that everything will be just fine? Think again.
  13. God's Law and Sin (l) - God's law defines His love based upon the two great principles of love toward God and love toward neighbor.
  14. The Feast of Unleavened Bread: The Lesson of Leaving Sin (l) - Our observance of the Days of Unleavened Bread helps us realize our need for Jesus Christ's help in overcoming our weaknesses. Yet this feast is certainly a time for rejoicing because Christ freely gives us the help we need.
  15. Other Important Ways Jesus Fulfilled the Law (l) - Jesus fulfilled everything prescribed in the offerings for sin in the law of sacrifices.
  16. Grace and Law: Why Are They Inseparable? (New Covenant) (l) - The word grace is regularly used by some religious people as if it replaces all need to obey God's law. That conclusion is not only inaccurate, it is also diabolical!
  17. Other Important Ways Jesus Fulfilled the Law (l) - Jesus also fulfilled the law in the sense that He met the law's requirement by paying the penalty each of us incurred for disobedience, which is death.
  18. A Royal Law of Love (l) - God's law of love must inspire us to appreciate His wisdom and look to His commandments for our standard of behavior.
  19. What Is Sin? (l) - We are sinners. But how does the Bible define sin? What is it?
  20. What's So Bad About Sin? (l) - Crime and "murder mysteries" may seem harmless on TV or in movies or books that are easily forgotten. It's different when it happens in real life - illustrating how painful and horrible sin really is. What's at the heart of the problem?
  21. Cause and Effect: An Often-Overlooked Principle (l) - When we look for the major causes of suffering, we often need look no further than ourselves. In one way or another sin is the underlying cause of most suffering.
  22. Freedom of Choice or Freedom from Suffering? (l) - How can we have true freedom of choice and still gain freedom from suffering?
  23. The Bible's Broader Concepts of Sin (l) - 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.
  24. Is Our Conscience Important? (l) - Striving against sin after baptism, and God's continuing mercy and forgiveness.
  25. God's Grace and Forgiveness (l) - Forgiveness carries with it obligations. It is not license to sin.
  26. Our Sinful Nature (l) - As human beings, we prefer to do things our own way. As a result we can easily develop, either consciously or unconsciously, resentment toward God's authority over us.
  27. What is Sin? (l) - We examine the aspects of sin most commonly referred to in the Bible. And learn why we sin so we can better understand the necessity of the conversion process.
  28. How Do You Know It's Bad? (l) - Look for greater lessons when facing trying times.
  29. What Is Repentance? (1996) (l) - Repentance is an integral part of the gospel message - God's good news for mankind. But what is it? What does it mean to repent?
  30. Does God Hate Sinners? (l) - Sin is humanity's most dangerous and deceitful enemy. God obviously hater sin, but how does He view the sinner?
  31. Questions and Answers - Jul/Aug 2003 (l) - Here are some comments and letters from readers of the Good News.
  32. Did You Sin Today? (l) - None of us wishes to die, so perhaps we should understand where our wrong actions can take us.
  33. Three Strikes and You're Out - or Are You? (l) - Our battle with sin is something like the battle of the batter at the plate. We need to stay in training for the victory God promises us.
  34. Had a Mental Checkup Lately? (l) - Your mental checkup: How are you doing in thinking like Jesus Christ?
  35. The Lesson of the Feast of Unleavened Bread (l) - The road to true freedom.
  36. Develop Your Spiritual Senses (l) - Many want to avoid sin but don't know where to begin. By understanding the process of how sin occurs, you can better avoid it in your life.
  37. Restoring Moral Levees (l) - Without careful maintenance levees can fail. It's the same for character and self-restraint. The type of character that can withstand depravation and upheaval must be built and maintained one brick at a time over years of careful living.
  38. Why Do We Sin? (l) - All of us have to deal with sin and its tragic consequences in our lives. Understanding why we sin is a first step in overcoming and avoiding sin.
  39. Whatever Happened to Sin? (l) - It used to be common to hear messages condemning sin and warning of its consequences. Now most religious messages pass over the uncomfortable reality of sin to focus on "feel-good" themes. What is happening to Christianity--and is it missing a crucial part of Christ's message?
  40. What Does It Mean to Have Freedom in Christ? (l) - Jesus Christ spoke often of the freedom humankind would find through him. But exactly what is the freedom that He promised His followers?
  41. Don't Miss the Mark! (l) - I was on duty when the call came in. The supertanker Exxon Valdez had run aground in Prince William Sound, Alaska, unleashing a huge oil spill! Why did it happen? And what lessons are there for us today?
  42. Jericho: The Lesson of Not Coming Into Sin (l) - Ancient Israel had to learn a painful tragic lesson at Jericho. What should Christians today learn from their experience?
  43. Do You Know Why Christ Died? (l) - Christians generally agree that Jesus Christ died for their sins. But how many really understand the significance of that sacrifice?
  44. It's My Life, and It Isn't Hurting Anyone! (l) - How many times have you heard people make this statement? Is it true, or do our deeds affect others?
  45. Pluck Out the Eye (l) - In this age of materialism, we all must strive to place our priorities in proper perspective. God's Word, the Bible, provides the guidance we need daily to put Him first and not allow anything or anyone to take our focus from God.
  46. How Does the Bible Define Sin? (l) - understanding sin and how the Bible defines sin
  47. The Concepts of Sin in the New Testament (l) - examining the many Greek words defining the concepts of sin expands our understanding of sin and how it affects us
  48. How to Overcome Sin (l) - You need to understand this vital biblical formula for overcoming sin.
Sincerity
  1. What Is True Sincerity? (l) - What is true sincerity? Do you have it? Do you need it?
  2. No Fishin' Allowed in School (l) - Mixing history with lies can mess up people's minds. This story is about telling the truth the first time around.
Single parents
  1. Impact: Celebrity Single Parents (l) - What does God say about having children outside of marriage and becoming a single parent on a whim?
  2. The Rise in Children Born Outside of Marriage (l) - Back in 1992, then-Vice President Dan Quayle was widely ridiculed in the media for denouncing the trend of women having children out of wedlock and taking aim at its affirmation by the TV sitcom Murphy Brown - about a divorced news anchor of that name played by actress Candice Bergen.
  3. Single-Parenting Success (l) - Through mistakes and sometimes no fault of their own, many adults have to bring up children on their own without a spouse's help. They are single parents. Wise individuals in this situation will strive to teach their children the same godly principles that are applicable to all.
  4. The Epidemic of Missing Fathers (l) - The most consequential social trend of our time is the dramatic increase in the number of children growing up in father-absent families.
  5. SMBC and Disposable Fathers (l) - Family structure is constantly changing. We cannot afford to assume that different is better. Tampering with God's design will bring catastrophic results.
  6. The Politics of Education -- "It's Not the Money, Stupid!" (l) - "It's the economy, stupid!" was posted in the campaign headquarters of Governor Bill Clinton during his run for the White House in 1992, reminding staff of the primary issue on the minds of the voting public. One of the greatest issues arising out of the present 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.
  7. The Politics of Education: "It's Not the Money, Stupid! (l) - "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.
  8. What Does It Take to Be a Successful Single Parent? (l) - Today's epidemic of divorce and single parenthood affects many people, Christians included. How can you be successful as a Christian single parent?
  9. What Happens When Fathers Are Not Around? (l) - In Western societies more children than ever are growing up without a father.
  10. Does Marriage Matter? (l) - Marriage is the building block of families. Families are the building blocks of communities. Communities are the building blocks of society. When marriages and families break down, so do communities and ultimately society and civilization as a whole. We've seen this pattern before, and we're witnessing it again as this bedrock of society increasingly crumbles.
  11. Illicit Sex: The Threat to Children (l) - Children of divorce are more likely to engage in early sexual experiences. Many rush into cohabitation or early marriage.
  12. Living With One Parent (l) - Single-parent households have increased dramatically in recent years. While God's intent was for young people to live with both parents, due to various factors, many don't have this luxury. What can young people do if they live with only one of their parents? What have teens and parents of single-parent households discovered?
  13. Resources for Single Parents (l) - Resources for single parents.
Slavery
  1. How One of Today's 'Bad Guys' Ended the Scourge of Slavery (l) - 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.
  2. God's Amazing Grace and Two Great Men (l) - God offers us a gift, the gift of His grace, a reflection of His love and forgiveness. It truly is an amazing gift!
  3. Christianity: Burden or Blessing to Mankind? (l) - Christianity has been under increasing assault from those who believe it to be a source of oppression, ignorance, prejudice and superstition. But the facts show that Christianity has had the most beneficial influence on humanity of any religion or philosophy in history!
  4. Lincoln's Qualities of Leadership (l) - A major new movie examines the life and accomplishments of President Abraham Lincoln. What was it that made him an effective and inspirational leader?
  5. The Jihadist Worldview: What's Behind the Mideast Brutality? (l) - The brutality of the Islamic State and various terrorist organizations is shocking and horrifying -- beheadings, suicide attacks, slaughter of prisoners and women forced into sexual slavery. What's really behind such barbarism? The truth may surprise you!
  6. ISIS Forces Birth Control on Female Slaves (l) - There's an Islamic law stating that a man must ensure that a woman who is enslaved to him cannot be pregnant in order to have intercourse with her.
  7. Follow Me - Whom Do You Belong To? (l) - Four words on a gravestone raise a question with far-reaching and eternal consequences -- to whom does your life belong?
  8. November/December 2022 (l) - An overview of events and conditions around the world featured in the November/December 2022 issue of Beyond Today.
  9. What's Behind the Scourge of Human Trafficking? (l) - What is human trafficking? What instigates and drives it? Who are its victims? How will it come to an end?
  10. The Exodus Controversy (l) - Did the Exodus really happen? Did God deliver the ancient Israelites from Egyptian slavery as the Bible describes? Contrary views have generated much publicity, but the facts of the Bible's side of the argument are seldom considered.
  11. The Eternal Quest for Freedom (l) - Is slavery a thing of the past? Man's time of slavery is not yet over.
  12. You Are Free! (l) - 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.
  13. Restoration (9/01) (l) - United Nations Commission on Human Rights held a weeklong conference in Durban, South Africa. Officially, the conference was called, "The World Conference Against Racism, Racial Discrimination, Xenophobia and Related Intolerance." Unfortunately, the conference was marred from the opening day by efforts to label Zionism in general, and Israel in particular, as racist.
  14. World News Review July 1999 (l) - World news - July 1999
  15. Generation Debt (l) - How Americans are selling their souls into debt slavery at ever-younger ages, and what you need to learn about how to avoid it wherever you live on earth.
  16. Freedom: The Unfinished Struggle (l) - A decades-long struggle bought freedom for slaves in America. But the struggle from slavery is not over.
  17. World News Review February 2004 (l) - World News Review. February 2004.
  18. True Freedom (l) - If you were as rich as billionaire Howard Hughes, you would enjoy great freedom. Wouldn't you?
  19. Keep Your Eyes on Iran (l) - There's more than meets the eye with Iran's recent arrest and release of British sailors picked up in the strategic border area of Shatt al-Arab. Why doesn't Iran want Iraq to succeed? How stable is this Islamic republic, which is on the brink of becoming a nuclear power?
Smoking
  1. Puff, Puff...Cough, Cough! (l) - "Smoke! Smoke! Smoke that cigarette. Puff! Puff! Puff--and if you smoke yourself to death, ...
  2. Breaking Free from Addictions (l) - The curse of addictions takes an enormous toll on people and society as a whole. Addictions take many forms and often are very destructive. How can a person break free?
  3. Why Did God Create Tobacco? (l) - Is there a positive reason for God to have created a plant that causes so much death?
  4. Up In Smoke: 50 Years of Smoking and Lung Cancer (l) - Half a century later, the known harmful of effects of smoking tobacco are still very real.
  5. Connection Between Smoking and Loss of Vision (l) - New study provides correlation between macular degeneration and smoking cigarettes.
  6. Smoking Rates Higher Among Poorer People (l) - Why do poorer people smoke at higher rates than wealthy people? It may be that smoking gives some pleasure and meaning to an otherwise average life. Or in the end it may be no more than that they're just bored.
  7. Keys to a Long, Healthy Life (l) - Let's consider seven important health principles. Practicing these will help you live a longer and healthier life. These principles are backed by extensive research in the health-care field and by the Bible
  8. Reasons for Not Smoking (l) - Many health and economic problems are prevented or eased by not smoking.
  9. Questions and Answers - May/Jun 2003 (l) - Answers to questions about "unsaved" loved ones and the smoking habit.
  10. Letters From Our Readers - Jan/Feb 2003 (l) - Letters from readers of the Good News Magazine, Jan/Feb 2003.
  11. Are You Dying to Smoke? (l) - What effect does the use of tobacco in movies have on viewers? The answer is . . .
  12. My Experience With Smoking (l) - Even if many in your family smoked, you don't have to become addicted.
  13. Smoking and Health: The Often-Overlooked Key (l) - Smoking is devastating to one's health. Where can you find the extra help to kick the habit?
  14. Alarming Facts About Smoking Addiction (l) - A study conducted by Dr. Joseph Di Franza of the University of Massachusetts Medical School and an international team of researchers showed how dangerously addictive tobacco can be.
  15. Questions and Answers - Jul/Sep 2005 (l) - The following questions and answers represent issues of interest to young people who want sound biblical advice.
  16. An Overview of Conditions Around the World - Nov/Dec 1996 (l) - Fathers' involvement with children. Do-it-yourself morality. U.S. water supply.
Socialism
  1. Where is America headed? (l) - Not so long ago liberal commentators in the United States spoke of the European economic success in glowing terms - indicating that social democracy works.
  2. "Election Armageddon" coming to America? (l) - Will traditional capitalism prevail, or will America choose to go even further down the dangerous road of socialism? Never before has the country faced such a clear-cut choice.
  3. 100 Years of Communism (l) - A century has passed since the 1917 October Revolution that led to the birth of the Soviet Union and a worldwide communist movement. How did that revolution come about, and what were its fruits? What lessons should mankind learn from this failed attempt to create a utopia?
  4. Russia's Influence on America and the World (l) - The communist revolution that began in Russia 100 years ago ultimately swept up many nations in its grip. And although the Soviet Union collapsed in 1991, Russia's influence on America and the rest of the world continues in ways few people realize or admit.
  5. Today's Economic Systems (l) - Are communism, socialism and today's capitalism endorsed in Scripture? Plus, what does the Bible explain is the astounding future of government on earth?
  6. Current Events & Trends September/October 2018 (l) - An overview of events and conditions around the world featured in the September/October 2018 issue of Beyond Today.
  7. What's Behind the Growing Culture War? (l) - Powerful, dangerous forces are executing an all-out war in America, as in other Western nations. They are striving relentlessly to transform the culture into something previous generations would never recognize. You need to know not only what is happening and why, but what you can do about it.
  8. Why the Growing Popularity of Socialism? (l) - In spite of its failures, socialism has been advancing in the West and is attracting a growing number of admirers in America, the world's bastion of economic freedom. What vital understanding is missing from their thinking?
  9. Venezuela's Crisis (l) - Venezuela was one of Latin America's most prosperous countries until socialist leaders destroyed its economy. Yet in one of the most heartbreaking modern tragedies, there is still hope.
  10. November/December 2020 (l) - An overview of events and conditions around the world featured in the November/December 2020 issue of Beyond Today.
  11. Current Events & Trends - January/February 2021 (l) - An overview of events and conditions around the world featured in the January/February 2021 issue of Beyond Today.
  12. America's Economic Transformation (l) - We would do well to learn an economic lesson from 3,000 years ago recorded in the pages of the Bible. It reveals the dangerous path America seems determined to follow.
  13. Current Events & Trends - January/February 2022 (l) - An overview of events and conditions around the world featured in the January/February 2022 issue of Beyond Today.
Sodom
  1. What If Sodom Has Been Found? (l) - Fifteen seasons of excavation at an enormous archaeological site in the Jordan River Valley have yielded remarkable evidence of an ancient city-destroying cataclysm. Could this be proof of the biblical story of Sodom? What does it mean for us today?
Solomon
  1. King Solomon's Reign--Israel's Golden Years (l) - What has archaeology revealed about King Solomon's reign in the 10th century B.C.? Remarkably, there is much evidence to corroborate the biblical account.
  2. The Davidic Covenant (l) - There was an unbreakable promise of an unbreakable dynasty--a dynasty preeminent above all others! But what happened to that dynasty? And where is it today?
  3. Fall of Israel and Judah (l) - Because of Solomon's disobedience, God split the nation into two kingdoms following his death in about 930 B.C. (1 Kings 11-12).
  4. From Empire to Exile (l) - How can we find the lost tribes of Israel? We need to look at the general region to which they were exiled and see if a people suddenly appeared in the region with characteristics that link them to the refugees of Israel's northern kingdom.
  5. Israel's Golden Age (l) - The golden age of Israel under David and Solomon.
  6. International Trade: A Source of Solomon's Wealth (l) - Solomon built many merchant ships manned by both Israelite and Phoenician sailors. The wealth accumulated by this maritime traffic is astounding, even by modern standards.
  7. With Justice for All (l) - During the golden age under David and Solomon, Israel's efforts to promote fairness and justice for its citizens rivaled modern efforts toward these noble ideals.
  8. King David and His Scribes (l) - The Bible indicates that King David created a climate in which recording and writing about royal affairs were important governmental functions.
  9. King Solomon's Writings (l) - The books written by King Solomon are part of the Writings section of the Hebrew Bible.
  10. King Solomon's Reign: Israel's Golden Years (l) - What has archaeology revealed about King solomon's reign in the 10th century B.C.? Remarkably,there is much evidence to corroborate the biblical accounts.
  11. Can We Be Wiser Than Solomon? (l) - Even though Solomon was wiser than everyone, did he ever make decisions that were not wise?
  12. Success's Secret Ingredient (l) - The critical factor that should be utmost in any goal-setting program we would follow: seek what is good.
  13. Solomon: Lesson from a Wise King (l) - The story of how Solomon became so wise and the lessons from his life deserve our undivided attention.
Somalia
  1. World News & Trends: July/August 2010 (l) - An overview of conditions around the world. July 2010
  2. Koran Contest - Kids Get Guns, Grenades (l) - For the last three years a Somali radio station run by the al-Shabab militant IsJlamist group has held a knowledge and Koran-reciting contest for children ages 10 to 17 during the month of Ramadan.
  3. A Growing Confederacy Against Modern Israel (l) - Somalia is the latest nation to fall to the forces of radical Islam. Militant Muslims have also made advances elsewhere. Additionally, it's becoming clear that the Russians and the Chinese are acting against U.S. interests, even inviting Iran's leader to the Shanghai Cooperation Council meeting, while denying the United States observer status. Are we seeing a growing confederacy against the United States and Britain?
  4. World News and Trends - November/December 2006 (l) - An overview of conditions around the world. November 2006.
Soul
  1. College Professor Discusses Differences in Christianity (l) - Jesus said that He didn't come to bring peace to the earth, but division. And that has definitely happened.
  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 Spirit in Man Is Not an Immortal Soul (l) - The spirit in man is not animate of itself. It is not a spirit entity that consciously lives on when we die.
  4. God's Plan as Revealed Through the Resurrections (l) - Despite common belief, people do not have immortal souls. Rather, God's ultimate purpose for our lives is that we be given eternal life in His family through a resurrection. In fact, the Bible reveals that there is more than one resurrection.
  5. The Biblical Truth About the Immortal Soul (l) - Traditional beliefs about heaven and hell are based on an underlying teaching-that everyone has an immortal soul that must go somewhere after his physical life ends.
  6. Do Some Bible Verses Teach We Have an Immortal Soul? (l) - The Bible confirms that "no one has ascended to heaven but He who came down from heaven, that is, the Son of Man who is in heaven" (John 3:13). Even righteous King David, a man after God's own heart (Acts 13:22), was described by Peter as being "dead and buried" (Acts 2:29), not alive in heaven or some other state or location.
  7. Pre-Christian Belief of an Afterlife in Heaven (l) - 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).
  8. Will the Wicked's Torment Last Forever? (l) - 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).
  9. Halloween: A Celebration of Evil (l) - Why would anyone celebrate a holiday emphasizing the morbid and macabre? Where did such strange customs originate?
  10. The state of the dead (l) - Let's go back over the second part of Luke 16:22And it came to pass, that the beggar died, and was carried by the angels into Abraham's bosom: the rich man also died, and was buried;, which states, "The rich man also died and was buried." Let's pause once again to ask a fundamental question. What does the Bible reveal about the state of the dead? "For the living know that they will die; but the dead know nothing...For there is no work or device or knowledge or wisdom in the grave where you are going" (Ecclesiastes 9:5For the living know that they shall die: but the dead know not any thing, neither have they any more a reward; for the memory of them is forgotten., Ecclesiastes 9:10Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it with thy might; for there is no work, nor device, nor knowledge, nor wisdom, in the grave, whither thou goest.).
  11. The truth about the Rich Man and Lazarus (l) - The most common interpretation of Jesus' parable of Lazarus and the rich man is that we all have immortal souls that go to either heaven or hell immediately at death. But does this parable really say that?
  12. The Mystery of Death (l) - Religions contradictory explanations about death. Some teach that people are born with immortal souls; some say people are immortal souls. Many believe that after death the soul is conscious and proceeds to a literal place or condition of bliss or torment. Others teach that upon death the soul is absorbed into a "greater consciousness." Some expect to be reincarnated, coming back to earth as another person or as an animal.
  13. Do Some Bible Verses Teach That We Have an Immortal Soul? (l) - The Bible confirms that "no one has ascended to heaven but He who came down from heaven, that is, the Son of Man who is in heaven" (John 3:13).
  14. The History of the Immortal-Soul Teaching (l) - Secular history reveals that the concept of the immortality of the soul is an ancient belief embraced by many pagan religions. But it is not a biblical or apostolic teaching.
  15. Ancient Pagan Belief in Heaven (l) - Pre-Christian belief concerning heaven.
  16. What is Man? (l) - What is man? Few today have an adequate answer to this enormously significant question.
  17. What Is Mankind's Ultimate Inheritance? (l) - Most assume that our ultimate reward is going to live in heaven when we die. But the Bible paints a very different, and more inspiring, picture!
  18. Luther and Tyndale on Death (l) - Many believe the soul is immortal and remains conscious apart from the body after death. But early reformers Martin Luther and William Tyndale recognized what the Bible teaches about this -- that those who've died have no awareness while awaiting a future resurrection.
  19. Why You Don't Have an Immortal Soul (l) - One of the most prevalent beliefs of traditional Christianity is that people have immortal souls which, at death, leave the body and go to heaven or hell. But, surprising as it may be, the Bible teaches no such concept!
  20. Who Will Go to Hell? (l) - What is hell? In the Bible the word hell is mentioned 54 times. It is translated from four different words. The only one in the Old Testament -- sheol in the Hebrew -- and one in the New Testament -- hades in Greek -- have the meaning of the grave, a pit or the abode of the dead. Sheol is the only word in the Old Testament from which hell is translated in the King James Version of the Bible. It is translated "hell" 31 times. Hades is translated "hell" 10 times in the New Testament.
  21. Questions and Answers - Jul/Aug 2000 (l) - Questions about predestination and, soul sleep and the truth of God's word.
  22. Where Do We Go From Here? (l) - Editorial: Life after death?
  23. How Much Do You Know About Heaven and Hell? (l) - Are some of your loved ones writhing in everlasting flames? Could a God of love sentence people to an eternity of agony in hell? Can we reconcile a loving God with such ideas ? Discover the encouraging truth from the pages of your Bible!
  24. People Believed in 'Going to Heaven' Long Before Christianity (l) - God does not promise heaven as the reward of the saved. Instead, He has something far greater and more meaningful in mind -- eternal rulership in the Kingdom of God, to be established on earth at Christ's return (Revelation 5:10; 11:15).
  25. What Does the Bible Say About the Immortal Soul? (l) - Many people think the Bible says we have an immortal soul destined, at death, for heaven, hell or purgatory. What does the Bible say?
South Africa
  1. World News and Trends - September/October 2007 (l) - An overview of conditions around the world. Sept/Oct 2007
  2. World News Review June 2008 (l) - Worle news review for June 2008.
  3. 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!
  4. Christian Leadership Should be Y2K Compatible (l) - F. W. de Klerk speaks about what future leaders will have to cope with in the next millennium.
  5. World News Review February 2004 (l) - World News Review. February 2004.
  6. World News and Trends - Jan/Fen 2000 (l) - A brief synopsis of world events. January/February 2000
  7. World News and Trends - November/December 2006 (l) - An overview of conditions around the world. November 2006.
  8. An Overview of Conditions Around the World - Nov/Dec 2000 (l) - A brief synopsis of world events. November/December 2000
  9. World News and Trends - May/June 2006 (l) - An overview of conditions around the world.
  10. An Overview of Conditions Around the World - Sep/Oct 1997 (l) - A brief synopsis for world events. September/October 1997.
  11. World News Review September/October 2000 (l) - World news - Sept 2000
  12. Doctor's Firsthand Account of South African Aids Crisis (l) - "Then it hit me, 'I'm playing God,' " writes a doctor treating AIDS patients in South Africa. Read the doctor's emotional account of the horrors of the unending calamity.
South Korea
  1. Turning Swords Into Plowshares: Starting Now (l) - A nation ahead of its time in repairing the breaches.
Space
  1. Moon Race Redux (l) - Many nations are committing fortunes to reach the moon! You may be surprised to learn which countries are in the race--and even more surprised by what they seek. Scientists are calling it the perfect fuel, saying it will change the world as we know it.
  2. If the Milky Way (l) - If God moved at the speed of light, would anything really get accomplished?
  3. Extraterrestrial Letdown (l) - New analysis from Harvard University lends support to the long-held conclusion of many that no extraterrestrial life exists in the universe.
  4. Has the Era of Space Exploration Ended? (l) - The U.S. space program leapt forward in May 1961 when President John F. Kennedy declared that the country would put a man on the moon by the end of the decade.
  5. Is There Life Beyond Earth? (l) - Human beings are fascinated by the possibility of life on other planets, perhaps in other galaxies and within other solar systems. Ironically, we don't have to look out into space to see whether life exists beyond the earth. We have only to look into the pages of the Bible, a source too often ignored or even avoided.
  6. The Smell of Space (l) - It's one of those questions we never knew we wanted to know until someone asked it: What does outer space smell like?
  7. Does Life Exist Somewhere Out There? (l) - For years people have wondered: Are we alone in the universe? Do other life forms exist out there? Will we ever find them?
  8. Seeking human survival in outer space (l) - Some scientists have envisioned Mars being reengineered to be habitable like earth.
  9. Science and Discomfiting Discoveries (l) - The scientist's pursuit of the past ends in the moment of creation. This is an exceedingly strange development, unexpected by all but the theologians.
  10. Man's Search for Meaning in the Universe (l) - Humankind seems to be "wired" to want to explore, to learn, to reach out, to understand why we are here and where we are headed.
  11. The Search for Life (l) - Over recent decades mankind has spent billions of dollars and untold hours searching for life outside of planet Earth. What's driving this desperate search? What do we hope to find? And do we understand what we're really looking for?
  12. We Came in Peace For All Mankind (l) - Fifty years ago America landed two men on the moon and returned them safely -- accomplishing a goal set by President John F. Kennedy in 1961. Since then, space has largely been a quiet and peaceful place. Could this change? What is the future of space exploration?
  13. Current Events & Trends March/April 2021 (l) - An overview of events and conditions around the world featured in the March/April 2021 issue of Beyond Today.
  14. Extraterrestrial Life: What Does the Bible Say? (l) - Humans have long searched the heavens for signs of other life. Is there life out there? Is there a way to know for sure?
  15. Our Privileged Place in the Universe (l) - A Good News Interview With Dr. Jay Richards.
  16. Is Mars the Next Frontier? (l) - Americans are by nature a restless, inquisitive, pioneering-type people. Little wonder that their president would articulate their ambitions in space with his vision of a manned mission to Mars. But what is the biblical verdict on space exploration? And what is its connection with mankind's true destiny?
  17. Planet Hunters: The Search for Life in Outer Space (l) - Using incredible technological advancements, astronomers are expanding their search for life in the universe. Could they be looking for right answers in the wrong places?
  18. Is There Life Out There? (l) - Will humanity's salvation come from outer space or does God have other plans?
Spain
  1. Europe's "Lost Generation" (l) - While many economic experts have focused on the Greek debt crisis and the future of the euro, the plight of unemployed youth in Europe has received less attention. Rising numbers may embrace political extremism.
  2. European and American Debt: No Easy Way Out (l) - The huge debt problems in Europe and the Unites States are creating enormous problems on the world geopolitical scene.
  3. Political Disappointment and Division (l) - What's wrong with our leadership? Is increasing political divide leading to national fragmentation and possible breakup?
  4. Appendix 4: The Colchis Connection (l) - Is it possible to identify Calcol or Chalcol as Cecrops of Athens and still relate his name to the people of Colchis?
  5. Appendix 6: Dating the Milesian Arrival in Ireland (l) - Unfortunately, the dating of the Milesian arrival in Ireland is an area of broad dispute. But there are factors that should help us in forming a reasonable answer.
  6. Lands of Iberia (l) - The land of Spain and Portugal, it should be mentioned, is also known as the Iberian Peninsula.
  7. Who were the Milesians? (l) - Note that the Scythians from Spain were known as Milesians--a name replete throughout the Irish annals.
  8. Keep Your Eye on Gibraltar! (l) - 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.
Spirit in man
  1. Mapping the Brain: The Missing Dimension (l) - U.S. President Barack Obama recently announced plans to spend millions on mapping the human brain -- labeled "the next great American project" -- perhaps on a par with going to the moon. But is there a largely unrealized component residing in the brain itself that cannot be studied or mapped by neuroscientists? What does the Bible reveal about the mystery of the human mind?
  2. The Spirit in Man Is Not an Immortal Soul (l) - The spirit in man is not animate of itself. It is not a spirit entity that consciously lives on when we die.
  3. The Spirit in Man (booklet2) (l) - Human beings do have a spiritual component to our makeup. As Job 32:8 says, "There is a spirit in man." And the apostle Paul pointed out, "For what man knows the things of a man except the spirit of the man which is in him".
  4. The Mystery of Death (l) - Religions contradictory explanations about death. Some teach that people are born with immortal souls; some say people are immortal souls. Many believe that after death the soul is conscious and proceeds to a literal place or condition of bliss or torment. Others teach that upon death the soul is absorbed into a "greater consciousness." Some expect to be reincarnated, coming back to earth as another person or as an animal.
  5. The Wondrous Gift of Life (l) - Scientists and theologians have dedicated lifetimes to trying to find the keys that unlock the mystery of human existence.
  6. The Spirit in Man (booklet1) (l) - The spirit in man imparts human intellect to our physical brains. It is what makes people vastly more intelligent than animals.
  7. Something More to Man? (l) - Is there more to man than meets the eye? Is there something that transcends the purely physical and material realm, something that suggests that a great purpose and dignity are integral to our existence?
  8. What is Man? (l) - What is man? Few today have an adequate answer to this enormously significant question.
  9. Is This How We Live Forever? (l) - What is the secret of human consciousness and intellect? Is it purely materialistic -- a matter of biochemical programming science can duplicate? Or is there a nonphysical, spiritual element in the mind? Is it what many call the soul -- or something else? And what does it mean for life beyond death?
  10. Missing From Science (l) - The spirit of the human mind is a wonderful thing. It gives us understanding, purpose and a way to connect with God. Thank God for that gift.
  11. Duke: Lessons From a Cat's Life (l) - "There is nothing in the animal world, to my mind, more delightful than grown cats at play. They are so swift and light and graceful, so subtle and designing, and yet so richly comic." -- Monica Edwards, children's book author
  12. A Beautiful, Vertical Mind (l) - Mentally speaking, are you all there? Many people don't realize they're missing a critical nonphysical component.
  13. What is My Purpose Here? (l) - There must be some meaning to humanity's mixture of awesome abilities and awful atrocities. What is the ultimate purpose and meaning of your life?
  14. Did God Create People Evil? (l) - Viewing the suffering around the globe caused by evil leaders is discouraging. Some countries are run by outright drug lords. Others are ruled by leaders who abuse their own people. Saddam Hussein has become a poster boy of the evil tyrant in the 21st century just as Hitler and Stalin were in the 20th. Why would a good God create such evil people?
Spirit life
  1. If the Milky Way (l) - If God moved at the speed of light, would anything really get accomplished?
  2. Are Some Tortured Forever in a Lake of Fire? (l) - Satan, a spirit being, will indeed suffer torment long after the wicked are burned to ashes. The evil angels-demons-will share with Satan his torment (Matthew 25:41). The beast and false prophet will have ceased to exist.
  3. Your Awesome Future (l) - The Bible reveals that the best that man can experience lies beyond the grave. It shows us that converted Christians will inherit eternal life at the resurrection and that death will never again lay a claim on them.
  4. The Family of God (l) - The Father and Jesus have, from the beginning, planned to increase Their kind. The God kind is a family! It is headed by the Father and now consists of the Father and the Son, Jesus Christ.
  5. A God Not Bound by Space and Time (l) - If there is a God, why don't we see, hear or touch Him? It's a simple and fair question. But the answer defies human logic, reasoning and experience.
  6. "There Remains a Sabbath-Rest for the People of God" (l) - Our spiritual rest begins now in this life and reaches its consummation in the resurrection to eternal life at the return of Christ (Revelation 20:6). Christ's return also signals the beginning of the millennial rest prophesied in the Old Testament.
  7. 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).
  8. Is The Whole World Deceived? (l) - 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.
  9. What Does Christ's Resurrection Teach Us? (l) - The apostle Paul tells us that "flesh and blood cannot inherit the kingdom of God" (1 Corinthians 15:50). So Christ's resurrection to eternal life was to a glorified spirit body (Philippians 3:21), of the same divine essence as the Father.
  10. Is the Spirit World Real? (l) - Do you know for sure whether there really is an evil spirit named Satan? What about his minions called demons? How does all of this affect young people?
  11. Unmasking the Spirit World (l) - We hope this issue of Vertical Thought will likewise open your eyes to the reality of the spirit world.
Spirits, evil
  1. The Spirit World's Dangerous Dark Side (l) - Strange practices and religions such as Wicca, Santeria, voodoo and channeling are growing in popularity. What's behind them? Are such things harmless, or is there more to them than meets the eye?
  2. What Is Channeling? (l) - Most have heard of the term channeling. It has become increasingly popular on TV and radio, especially with the arrival of the "New Age" movement. This is a modern version of mysticism with roots in Hinduism, Buddhism and occultism.
  3. Is There Really a Spirit World? (l) - Both popular culture and religion bombard us with references to the spirit world. But is it real? What's it all about? Where can you turn to sort out fact from fable?
  4. What if You Are Confronted by the Dark Side of the Spirit World? (l) - The Bible provides a guide to successfully countering any of Satan's deceptions. Below are several principles you should follow.
  5. Twilight on the Land (l) - I was 17 when I saw my first vampire film. I laughed till I cried. Today I am 57 and I do not laugh at images and stories of vampires. Today I shudder.
  6. Why Love Darkness? (l) - Darkness pervades the world today, but God offers us a ray of hope with the world tomorrow.
  7. Gargoyles, Ghouls, Ghosts and Goblins? (l) - Does our modern world take the spirit realm too lightly?
  8. Self-harm, Cutting and Demons (l) - The prevalence of self-harm through cutting is increasing rapidly in this evil age
  9. An Evil Spirit World (l) - What's the source of so much sorrow and suffering in our world? God's Word reveals surprising details about a spiritual dimension -- the angelic world -- and an evil being and his cohorts who are the enemies of God and those who follow His ways.
  10. Kingdoms at War (l) - A shocking event from the life of the biblical prophet Daniel opens a window into a different dimension -- an unseen spirit world and beings who play a hidden role in events taking place around us.
  11. The Unseen Dimension Hidden From Human Senses (l) - We have to go to the Bible to understand the spiritual dimension that impacts big events in our world every day.
  12. Satan's Role in Suffering (l) - Through the spiritual blindness and ignorance Satan has foisted off on the world, he is the instigator of incalculable suffering. He has blinded humanity to the reason for our existence.
  13. Why Man Rejects the Knowledge of God (l) - There is a spiritual ultimate source of all misinformation and disinformation -- whether about scriptural or secular knowledge.
  14. Who Will Go to Hell? (l) - What is hell? In the Bible the word hell is mentioned 54 times. It is translated from four different words. The only one in the Old Testament -- sheol in the Hebrew -- and one in the New Testament -- hades in Greek -- have the meaning of the grave, a pit or the abode of the dead. Sheol is the only word in the Old Testament from which hell is translated in the King James Version of the Bible. It is translated "hell" 31 times. Hades is translated "hell" 10 times in the New Testament.
Spirituality, true
  1. Bearing Fruit: A Crucial Part of Spiritual Growth (l) - God expects us to be productive and get results.
  2. Spiritual Quotient: The Type of Smarts We Don't Learn in School (l) - The understanding of life's purpose is an important but often neglected part of our intelligence.
  3. Religion: Is It Dead? (l) - Influential thinkers like Karl Marx and Richard Dawkins teach that God is a man-made delusion believed in only by fools. But is that really the case?
  4. Rest for the Spiritual Seeker (l) - Are you a spiritual seeker? Do you thirst for spiritual fulfillment? Does attending church seem irrelevant to the complexity of daily life? Somehow, the old stories of Jesus talking to Pharisees-and you're not sure what a Pharisee is-just aren't important when it comes to paying bills or dealing with a broken marriage. Are you wondering if life even has spiritual meaning?
  5. Wedding Dress (l) - Our choice of spiritual clothing determines if we will be invited to the most important wedding of all time.
  6. Are You Pressing the Spiritual Snooze Button? (l) - What does your to-do list look like? Is it full of tasks, chores and other physical worries? Where does your spiritual life fit in? Stop hitting the snooze button for your spiritual growth!
  7. Growing to Spiritual Maturity (l) - This growth process involves overpowering the pulls of the flesh, replacing them with the character of Christ. Where do we begin?
  8. Why Bible Study Is Necessary for Spiritual Growth (l) - 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.
  9. Partaking of the Divine Nature (l) - Everlasting, abundant life in the Kingdom as part of the God family is our ultimate destiny. That is what Christ makes possible (John 10:10). That is why God created us in His image.
  10. Meditation: What's on Your Mind? (l) - The Bible teaches us about tools we can use to grow spiritually and build our relationship with God. In this third article in a series, we examine the importance of godly thoughts and meditation.
  11. What Kind of Spirituality Do You Want? (l) - Would you like a type of spirituality that looks good, sounds good and maybe even feels good -- but one that is hypocritical and repugnant to God? Or do you want a genuine relationship with Him based on His terms?
  12. Misguided and Mystical Meditation (l) - Oriental meditation in general is an attempt to empty the mind, while Christian meditation fills the mind.
  13. Teens Pursue Spirituality, But Without God? (l) - Many teens want to live in ways that are healthy and moral, in spite of the example set by the adult generation. But are they choosing spirituality without God?
  14. Stir Up the Spirit (l) - Here's how you can rekindle the flame of God's Spirit within you!
  15. A Beautiful, Vertical Mind (l) - Mentally speaking, are you all there? Many people don't realize they're missing a critical nonphysical component.
Sri Lanka
  1. Martyrs for a Homeland (l) - Teenage girls are the best candidates for suicide bombers among the Tamil Tigers.
Standards
  1. Holding It Up to the Light (l) - If we want to get a good view of ourselves, the only way to do it is through the illumination that God provides.
  2. Modesty (l) - Are you modest in the sight of God and man?
  3. Held to a Higher Standard (l) - Are we trying daily to live up to God's expectations of us or do we find ourselves settling for something less?
  4. God, Music, and You (l) - Wherever we go and whatever we do, it seems we are always surrounded by music. Is our choice of music important?
  5. God, Music & You (l) - What if God went through your music player or cell phone? What would He find? Would He be pleased with the songs and content you downloaded? Would He be disappointed with your choices? Or would it be a mixture of both?
  6. What Legacy Do We Leave? (l) - Do we leave a legacy of hope and godliness?
  7. Finding the Path to a Happy Family (l) - 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.
  8. Accepting Personal Responsibility (l) - In terms of Christian morality, what are some of our fundamental responsibilities?
  9. Making Sense of a Fragmenting World (l) - Terrorist alerts...war with Iraq...the "axis of evil." How can we make sense of it all?
  10. How do You Think? (l) - Our heartfelt emotions are an important part of being human, but these feelings are incomplete as a method of making judgements when not guided by godly principles.
  11. When Is Enough...Enough? (l) - 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!"
  12. Readers' Comments (l) - Comments from readers of Youth United, July/Sept. 2003
  13. Is Everything OK? (l) - 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.
  14. To See or Not to See: That New Horror Film (l) - Have you ever found yourself hanging out with friends who wanted to see a horror film? How can you decide what to do?
  15. God's Color Guard (l) - Being a member of the color guard,bearing the standard for a group,is a position of honor,courage and responsibility.You are called to help bear a standard.
Stress
  1. World News & Trends - November/December 2008 (l) - An overview of conditions around the world. Nov/Dec 2008
  2. How Can We Cope in a World of Rapid Change? (l) - Do you feel bombarded with change from every direction? Do you feel stressed, overworked, with too little time to appreciate and enjoy life? Do you find it difficult to keep up with everything you need to do? If so, you're not alone. Our rapidly changing world is rapidly stressing us out. What can you do to cope?
  3. How Can You Deal With Information Overload? (l) - We're often bombarded with information of all kinds from every direction, leaving us stressed, anxious and fatigued. How can we better cope with this ongoing information explosion? How can we sort the helpful from the wasteful?
  4. Body Language Helps Hotels Serve Customers (l) - The hotel chain Affinia, with locations in New York City, Chicago, and Washington, D.C., has instituted body-language education to train employees to better anticipate the needs of guests.
  5. The Restorative Powers of Camping (l) - Enjoying God's creation brings peace.
  6. Laughing Off Stress (l) - Amanda Stiver A good laugh can help lower levels of cortisol, researchers find.
  7. Sandstone Arches Shaped by Stress and Gravity (l) - Unique properties of sand grains under stress help scientists understand sandstone rock formations.
  8. Bible Answers for Coping with Stress (l) - If you're like most of us, you're feeling stress from circumstances in your life. Sometimes the stress we face feels unbearable. But even daily stress can take a toll.
  9. Coping With Stress (l) - Here are some practical guidelines to apply in your personal life.
  10. Keys to a Long, Healthy Life (l) - Let's consider seven important health principles. Practicing these will help you live a longer and healthier life. These principles are backed by extensive research in the health-care field and by the Bible
  11. Walking Through the Valleys of Life (l) - 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.
  12. Keys to Coping in Troubled Times (l) - When you face stressful, unsettling trials and troubles, how can you cope most effectively? Plus, what is genuine faith and how can it help you successfully face and overcome life's inevitable adversities?
  13. Bible Answers for Coping With Stress (l) - God's Word gives direct answers to many of our questions about how to deal with stress.
  14. Vibrant Health - The Crucial Biblical Keys (l) - The Creator God, who is sometimes called the Great Physician, knows everything about what is best for our health.
  15. Going Down for the Third Time (l) - Trying to be superwoman didn't work for her. Are you drowning in life too?
Success
  1. How Do You Measure Success? (l) - "Happy is the man who finds wisdom, and the man who gains understanding."
  2. Finding Success in Your Job and Career (l) - In a world that is so far removed from the life and times of the Bible, do the Scriptures offer any help in how to be successful in our job and career?
  3. Seeking God's Blessings (l) - 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.
  4. Planning for Life: Two Crucial Keys for Success (l) - What steps can you take to make your life a success? How do you begin?
  5. Teenage Success Stories (l) - Teenage success stories - yours could start today.
  6. 'Some Things Are Better Than Money' (l) - Some Things Are Better Than Money' An unexpected turn of events can sometimes teach us a valuable lesson.
  7. Predicting Your Success (l) - How would you like to drastically improve your odds of living a long, financially successful life? It is really quite simple. Read this article to find out how to do so and achieve greater happiness.
  8. Coping With Worry (l) - You worry. I worry. We all worry about all kinds of things. But why do we allow ourselves to worry so much? Does our worrying accomplish anything? And are we concerning ourselves with the right things?
  9. Find a Career Path That Fits (l) - What single factor could make the biggest difference in your prospects for a successful career?
  10. Is Life Only About Fun! Fun! Fun? (l) - What's wrong with just doing whatever your want? Find out how to get your kicks in life - but not those that kick you in the teeth!
  11. Winning With Your Strengths (l) - If you're unhappy in your job, should you change your job? Should you find a career that matches your ablilties and interests? Here's how concentrating on your talents can help you find happiness and success.
  12. Intelligence (l) - Is Intelligence the Most Important Factor for Success?
  13. Success's Secret Ingredient (l) - The critical factor that should be utmost in any goal-setting program we would follow: seek what is good.
  14. Seven Principles That Lead to Success (l) - None of us wants to fail and there are things we can do to defeat failure. Following these seven steps can lead you on your journey to success!
  15. What Is Success to You? (l) - As you'll discover in the articles in this issue, success is not as superficial as it is painted in the media.
Sudan
  1. Focus on Sudan -- More Than a Humanitarian Crisis (l) - The disaster in the Darfur region of Sudan is called "the worst humanitarian crisis in the world today." Why doesn't the United Nations simply stop it? Why don't the world's powerful nations step in to end the crisis? This article separates the tangled issues to show what is happening and why, as well as what to expect next.
  2. An Overview of Conditions Around the World - Jul/Aug 1999 (l) - A brief synopsis of world events. July/August 1999
  3. Is Africa Dying Before Our Eyes? (l) - Entire countries are struggling for survival. Does the world want to help? Is it too late? Has God cursed the continent?
  4. World News Review June 2004 (l) - World News Review for June, 2004.
  5. World News Review September/October 1998 (l) - World news - Sept/Oct 1998
  6. The World Stood by as Hundreds of Thousands Died in Darfur (l) - In spite of some pressure from the United Nations, the United States, the European Union and the African Union, the murdering in Darfur and of refugees from there has continued unabated.
  7. Key to the Middle East-Seek First to Understand (l) - The poor of the world will suffer one more time before Christ intervenes with His form of government that will bring a lasting and secure peace.
Suez
  1. Current Events and Trends - May/June 2021 (l) - An overview of events and conditions around the world featured in the May/June 2021 issue of Beyond Today.
Suffering
  1. 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?
  2. What Job Learned by Suffering (l) - By permitting Job to suffer unjustly, God was allowing him to learn one of the most important lessons that anyone could ever learn!
  3. Suffering: How It Began, How It Will End (l) - Our world is wracked with evil and misery. But why? From where did it originate? Why is it so pervasive? And most importantly, does God plan to do something about it?
  4. Hope of the Resurrection - Part One (l) - If a man dies, shall he live again? If loved ones die, will you see them again?
  5. Broken Laws, Broken Dreams (l) - 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.
  6. Why Does God Allow People to Suffer? (l) - Good News Editor This mini-study looks at questions related to suffering that have troubled people throughout the ages. God does not ignore our heartfelt pleas for understanding. His answers are real, hopeful and life-changing!
  7. The Remarkable Lesson of God's Feast of Firstfruits (l) - If Jesus Christ came to save mankind, why is the world in such sad shape? The answer is found in a little-understood festival God revealed in the Bible.
  8. Introduction - The Gospel of the Kingdom of God (l) - "The gospel of the Kingdom of God" is the message Jesus Christ instructs His followers to believe. This booklet will help you understand and believe this wonderful good news Jesus Christ announced to humanity!
  9. How Can We Make Life Work? (l) - 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.
  10. Why Does God Allow Satan to Influence Mankind? (l) - God is in control, but He has allowed Satan to dominate humanity for two basic reasons. First, Adam and Eve, our first parents, chose Satan's domination over them. Second, God wants all of humanity to learn that "the way of man is not in himself; it is not in man who walks to direct his own steps" (Jeremiah 10:23).
  11. 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).
  12. Is The Whole World Deceived? (l) - 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.
  13. Jesus Christ Is the Way Through Your Suffering (l) - Once you come to understand where suffering comes from and why we so often go through trials, you can start working through your suffering. In God's mercy He showed us the key in the Bible. The key is trusting in Jesus Christ.
  14. Why Suffering? Where Does It Come From? (l) - Why would God create a world of chaos and evil?
  15. How Good Can Come From Suffering (l) - As Christ explained, His followers can expect to suffer. But God sometimes allows us to suffer because pain teaches us to refrain from sin even under the most difficult circumstances.
  16. When Will Suffering Cease? (l) - 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.
  17. Walking Through the Valleys of Life (l) - 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.
  18. Why a Loving God Allows Suffering (l) - Most people fail to recognize that God doesn't have to directly intervene every time we sin; the spiritual laws He set in motion are self-enforcing, bringing their own punishment when we break them.
  19. Can We Explain All Suffering? (l) - One of the consequences of humanity's decision to live contrary to God's instruction is a world subject to the capriciousness and vagaries of "time and chance" and the actions of others.
  20. Satan's Role in Suffering (l) - Through the spiritual blindness and ignorance Satan has foisted off on the world, he is the instigator of incalculable suffering. He has blinded humanity to the reason for our existence.
  21. A World Plagued With Human Suffering (l) - Christ proclaimed that part of His mission was "to heal the brokenhearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to set at liberty those who are oppressed" (Luke 4:18). Such a time has not yet occurred for all mankind, but God promises He will bring an end to suffering in general during Christ's millennial reign and will eventually banish it (Revelation 21:4).
  22. A Front-Row Seat for Suffering (l) - Repeated exposure to violence - real and feigned - in news and entertainment hardens us to the real suffering of others.
  23. Avoiding Unnecessary Suffering (l) - Much unnecessary suffering can be avoided by faithfully obeying God, by keeping His commandments in the letter and in the spirit. Avoiding suffering can also involve following sound principles of mental, emotional and physical health.
  24. Cause and Effect: An Often-Overlooked Principle (l) - When we look for the major causes of suffering, we often need look no further than ourselves. In one way or another sin is the underlying cause of most suffering.
  25. Why Must Christians Suffer? (l) - One of the greatest puzzles for many people is why God allows good people to suffer.
  26. Jesus Christ's Profound Example of Suffering (l) - Jesus endured profound suffering for our benefit.
  27. Freedom of Choice or Freedom from Suffering? (l) - How can we have true freedom of choice and still gain freedom from suffering?
  28. Glossary (bsc4) (l) - Word definitions relating to Bible Correspondence Course.
  29. Help for Sufferers (l) - The unwillingness of mankind as a whole to believe and obey God is the real reason for a suffering world. But God offers relief from suffering.
  30. How God Sees Suffering (l) - Suffering is only temporary, not eternal. After its purpose has been accomplished, God will erase it forever.
  31. Historical Insights into Human Suffering (l) - Suffering can stimulate us to reevaluate the importance of life.
  32. Introduction (bsc4) (l) - How do we reconcile anguish and suffering with the Bible's portrayal of a loving God? Why would He allow the horrendous miseries that afflict humanity? Does the Bible explain suffering?
  33. Points to Ponder (bsc4) (l) - Bible study 'points to ponder' about why God allows suffering.
  34. Why Suffering? - Time and Chance (l) - 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".
  35. Why Suffering? (l) - If God is infinitely good, and infinitely powerful too, why should evil exist at all? God's purpose is best served by His giving us freedom of choice.
  36. How Does Christ's Suffering Help in Our Suffering? (l) - Why does suffering happen? Why does God allow it? How does the horrible suffering Jesus Christ went through relate to us? And will there be lasting relief?
  37. Natural Disasters: A Biblical Perspective (l) - Following are points we should keep in mind concerning the biblical perspective on tragedies, regardless of their scale or circumstances.
  38. 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?
  39. We Reap What We Sow (l) - Experience is the most effective teacher, but not always the best one. Once you have experienced something, it's not possible to go back and unexperience it.
  40. An American Patriot (l) - Lessons from the life of Thomas Jefferson
  41. Choosing to Suffer... (l) - Frightening circumstances which developed in Tajikistan in 1996-1997 evolved into the necessary evacuation of about 200 Sabbatarians to Ukraine.
  42. The Story of Jesus Christ: Where Do You Fit? (l) - The making, content and release of the new movie The Passion of the Christ has been surrounded by controversy. Regrettably, this takes away from a central question -- which is, where do we personally fit in the story?
  43. In the Aftermath of Katrina: What Can We Learn? (l) - Another major hurricane has slammed into the United States. The devastation has shut down cities and left hundreds of thousands homeless. Is there a spiritual lesson to learn from this tragedy?
  44. Is God Indifferent to Human Suffering? (l) - If God is all-powerful, He could easily prevent disasters such as earthquakes, hurricanes, tsunamis, tornadoes, floods, droughts and volcanic eruptions. But He lets them happen. Why?
  45. The Greatest Humanitarian Cause (l) - Do you have trouble with prayer? How should we pray? For what should we pray? What lessons should we learn from prayer? Let's consider Christ's lesson on the subject.
  46. Does Jesus Christ Really Understand? (l) - Our fast paced world is far more removed from the dusty roads Jesus walked in first century Palestine. Can he really understand our needs and sufferings? Can he empathize with our worries?
  47. The Origin of Evil and Suffering (l) - Editorial: Where did evil come from?
  48. Letters From Our Readers - May/Jun 2003 (l) - Letters from readers of the Good News, May/June 2003.
  49. How Can You Help When Someone Is Hurting? (l) - You can find ways to help others in their time of need.
Suicide
  1. Assisted Suicide Gains Legal Traction (l) - Long considered to be on the darker edge of the moral grey area, euthanasia or assisted suicide is gaining legal ground in many Western nations.
  2. Are There Examples of Depression in the Bible? (l) - The Bible relates examples of depression of various kinds. It shows that depression and related emotional problems can afflict both those who follow God and those who don't.
  3. Are Those Who Commit Suicide Forever Condemned? (l) - The Bible relates examples of depression of various kinds. It shows that depression and related emotional problems can afflict both those who follow God and those who don't.
  4. He's Suicidal. What Can I Do? (l) - If someone is threatening suicide, take steps to get trained suicide prevention experts involved as soon as possible.
  5. Suicide: Escape, Road to Hell or Neither? (l) - A major question among Christians dealing with the tragic subject of suicide is whether or not the person's suffering continues after death in an ever-burning hell.
  6. Suicide: Understanding and Preventing It (l) - Suicide is a national tragedy, and it's getting worse. It's increasingly essential that we become informed on the causes and how to find help.
  7. Current Events & Trends - March/April 2020 (l) - An overview of events and conditions around the world featured in the March/April 2020 issue of Beyond Today.
  8. Too Young to Die (l) - Why did she do it? Was Vicki's life so unbearable that she saw no other way out of her problem?
  9. Suicide is Never the Answer (l) - A Canadian minister's perspective on the hopeless act of taking one's life. Can you spot a suicidal person? An online source for help is included.
  10. You Raise Me Up, Because You Are Your Brother's Keeper (l) - 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?
  11. A Lesson From Tony (l) - What can we do to help direct our children on the right path -- the path that leads to happiness, instead of self-destruction?
  12. Coping With Depression (l) - What are the causes of depression? How can we overcome it?
  13. To Whom It May Concern (l) - Depression runs rampant in our modern age, but ours is not the first generation to experience it. Turn to God and ask for His help. He is the greatest encourager of all time.
  14. Questions and Answers - Jul/Sep 2002 (l) - Questions and answers on issues of interest to young people who want sound biblical advice.
Sunday
  1. Papal Authority, Protestants and Prophecy (l) - Will the Catholic Church's controversial restatement of its belief about the church derail ecumenical dialogue? What does the future hold?
  2. From Sabbath to Sunday: How and Why the Change? (l) - When did Sunday, the first day of the week, come to be seen as a substitute for the seventh-day Sabbath commanded in Scripture?
  3. Always on Sunday: Europe's Official Day of Rest? (l) - Labor organizations and mainstream churches have united in an effort to promote EU legislation enforcing Sunday as Europe's official day of rest.
  4. What Does Easter Really Commemorate? (l) - You might be surprised! Discover the truth of the surprising story behind one of the world's most popular religious holidays.
  5. The Mark and Number of the Beast (l) - 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.
  6. The Chronology of Christ's Crucifixion and Resurrection (l) - Here is a description of the sequence of events during the crucifixion week, according to history and the Bible.
  7. Which Day Is the Sabbath? (l) - Whereas the Catholic Church claimed authority to establish its own times of worship, Protestant churches generally justified Sunday observance on the grounds that the seventh-day Sabbath was replaced in the New Testament by worship on Sunday in honor of Christ's resurrection. There is no biblical authority for changing the day of rest and worship from the seventh day to Sunday.
  8. Surprising Admissions About the Sabbath and Sunday (l) - Leaders and authorities from many religious denominations candidly acknowledge that Saturday is the biblical Sabbath day and that there is no biblical basis for Sunday observance.
  9. Was Sunday the New Testament Day of Worship? (l) - The New Testament was written over a time of more than 60 years after Jesus' death and resurrection, and nowhere does it show the day of rest being moved to Sunday.
  10. What Is 'the Lord's Day'? (l) - Shows us the error of understanding "the Lord's Day" as Sunday, the first day of the week.
  11. Was the Biblical Sabbath Changed to Sunday? (l) - History and the Bible show that the biblical Sabbath is Saturday, the seventh day of the week. But most of today's churches gather to worship on Sunday, the first day of the week. How was this changed and why? Does God accept this change?
  12. Questions and Answers - Apr/Jun 2002 (l) - Questions and answers on issues of interest to young people who want sound biblical advice.
  13. Modern Christianity's Forgotten Roots (l) - Why do you do the things you do? Why do you believe the things you believe? What is the origin of your religion's beliefs?
  14. Constantine's Impact on Christianity (l) - The "Christianity" Constantine endorsed was already considerably different from that practiced by Jesus Christ and the apostles.
  15. Truthful Quotes From The Da Vinci Code (l) - The Da Vinci Code does contain a few shocking statements that are true.
  16. Does the Bible Say Jesus Rose on the First Day? (l) - Does the Bible say Jesus rose on the first day?
  17. God's Test Commandment (l) - God describes the fourth commandment as a "test" command, "Remember the Sabbath to keep it holy". Yet most of Christianity has turned its back on this command.
  18. Letters From Our Readers - Nov/Dec 2002 (l) - Letters from Good News readers, Nov/Dec 2002.
  19. The Sabbath in the Scriptures (l) - The Sabbath is mentioned 117 times in the Bible (King James). Christ's custom was to keep the Sabbath, as well as the apostles many years after His death. Not one scripture indicates that the Sabbath has been changed or abolished.
  20. Questions and Answers - Jan/Feb 2005 (l) - Answers to readers' questions; Jan/Feb 2005
  21. An Overview of Conditions Around the World - May/Jun 1997 (l) - A brief synopsis of world events. May/June 1997
  22. An Overview of Conditions Around the World - May/Jun 2000 (l) - A brief synopsis of world events.
  23. Question and Answers - Jul/Aug 2005 (l) - Answers to readers' questions. Good News July 2005
  24. Never on Sunday? (l) - Germany wrestles with its "store closing law."
  25. The Good Friday-Easter Sunday Question (l) - How do three days and three nights fit between Good Friday and Easter Sunday? Or do they?
  26. Pope John Paul II Advocates Sunday Keeping (l) - Could the recent apostolic letter revive historic precedent and lead to enforcement of Sunday worship?
  27. From Sabbath to Sunday (l) - How and why was the seventh day Sabbath changed to Sunday observance? Is this practice supported by the Bible itself, or by some other authority?
  28. 'The Third Day' (l) - Do you remember when you learned that Santa Claus wasn't real? Guess what? Good Friday and a Sunday resurrection aren't either. Discover the real story from the pages of the Bible itself!
  29. World News Review August 1999 (l) - World news - August 1999
  30. World News Review August 1998 (l) - World news - August 1998
Swaziland
  1. Is Africa Dying Before Our Eyes? (l) - Entire countries are struggling for survival. Does the world want to help? Is it too late? Has God cursed the continent?
Sweden
  1. Nation-states Struggle with Immigration (l) - Week-long nighttime rioting in Stockholm, Sweden, and a surrounding suburb plunged Scandinavia into the chaotic social unrest that has already afflicted a number of other European regions, including France and Greece.
Switzerland
  1. Islamic Culture in Europe: Main Street or Side Street? (l) - Controversies over minarets and burkas highlight larger questions about the clash of cultures and whether Europe's religious heritage should be defended.
  2. Politics Not as Usual! (l) - California and Switzerland may not have much in common. But in October, both had significant elections. A noteworthy contributing factor was the issue of immigration.
  3. World News Review February 2000 (l) - World news - February 2000
Syria
  1. World News and Trends - November/December 2007 (l) - An overview of conditions around the world. November 2007
  2. Syria, Small but Significant (l) - Why should we be concerned with this small Middle Eastern nation? A prophecy in the small biblical book of Amos answers that question!
  3. World News & Trends: July/August 2009 (l) - An overview of conditions around the world. July 2009
  4. Where Is Our World Headed? (l) - It's that time again for an annual analysis and assessment. That's when many observers look back to yesteryear--and also peer into a somewhat clouded future. Secular predictions for 2011 and beyond are multiple and varied. But does the Bible have a far bigger say in our future?
  5. 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.
  6. Hamas' Shifting Allegiance Reflects New Mideast Dynamics (l) - Egypt's new parliament is already changing the Egyptians' relationships with their neighbors across their northern border -- Israel and the terrorist organization Hamas, which runs the Gaza Strip and is vehemently opposed to Israel's existence.
  7. The Crisis of Global Leadership - Where Will It Lead? (l) - World events continue to muddle on without any clear sense that leaders hold the key to effective solutions. Threat of large-scale war in the Middle East looms large. Europe's economic crisis could lead to collapse of the present eurozone. Will these events set the stage for another type of leader to emerge?
  8. Muslim Extremists Stirring up Syria (l) - Associated Press journalist Paul Schemm gives a personal account of facing mercenary Muslim extremists: "The bearded gunmen who surrounded the car full of foreign journalists in a northern Syrian village were clearly not Syrians.
  9. Christendom Losing Ground (l) - After Christ returns, people everywhere will learn and follow true religion -- leading at last to world peace. But today religion seriously divides the planet. And whatever goes by the name of Christianity continues to be relentlessly persecuted in many parts of the world -- especially in some Middle Eastern countries and particularly in the wake of the Arab Spring.
  10. Is it Wise for Israel to Strike Syria Now? (l) - Your Bible reveals that at the time of the end, there will be much turmoil in the Middle East.
  11. Winter Advisory: The Arab Spring That Wasn't (l) - Despite rosy forecasts of an "Arab Spring," a cold Islamist winter grips the Middle East, as developments in Egypt make clear. What does this mean for the future of this critical region?
  12. Israel Seriously Impacted (l) - It is time to remind ourselves of just who remains ultimately in control over all these frightening world events.
  13. Syria's Civil War Spills Over its Borders (l) - Successful containment of any major difficulty normally means a much better chance of concluding it.
  14. Disappointment and Disorder: the Middle East a Prime Example (l) - End-time events continue to escalate. The trends of our time regress steadily from bad to worse. Yet another decade of pronounced world disorder seems inevitable.
  15. America and Britain: a Public Display of Weakness (l) - Over a very short time Western intervention in Syria seemed to be coming at a fast pace.
  16. Why the Massive Decline in America's Prestige? (l) - Is America still "the land of the free and the home of the brave"? For a long time the United States was the envy of the world -- even its enemies paying it grudging respect. This divinely blessed nation used to be the standard by which all other countries were compared. What happened to cause the nation's disturbing fall from such soaring heights?
  17. As America Retreats, a Dangerous World Emerges (l) - What happens when the world's policeman hangs up his badge and gun and retires into the sunset? We're beginning to get a sobering firsthand look.
  18. Apocalyptic Prophecies Drive Fighting in Syria (l) - Since it began in 2011, the war in Syria has killed more than 170,000 people.
  19. Islamic Caliphate Declared: What Does It Mean? (l) - A new caliphate -- a transnational Islamic state commanding the allegiance of all Muslims -- has been declared by the leader of insurgents in Iraq and Syria. What does this portend for the rest of the world in the days ahead?
  20. Russia ups the ante in Syria (l) - Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has been in power since 2000, stepping into the position previously occupied by his father until his death.
  21. China to Take More ActiveRole in Syrian Crisis (l) - China is showing a growing interest in the Syrian conflict.
  22. Russia-Turkey Conflict Escalates in Syria (l) - Syria's civil war is a quagmire not only for supporters of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad and Syrian revolutionary fighters, but also for other nations that have become embroiled in the conflict.
  23. Who's Who in the Syrian Conflict (l) - The bloody Syrian civil war has left an estimated half a million Syrians dead, wounded or missing and forced half the nation's population from their homes.
  24. A Weaker but Bolder Russia (l) - Recently The Wall Street Journal reported that Russia's involvement in the Syrian conflict -- helping President Bashar al-Assad in fighting against Islamist forces seeking his ouster -- has given some insight into Russian military capabilities.
  25. World News Review May 2004 (l) - World News Review. May 2004.
  26. World News and Trends - Sep/Oct 2004 (l) - An Overview of Conditions Around the World, Sept/Oct 2004.
  27. Syria in the Crosshairs (l) - World opinion is that Syria appears to have gone one step too far in its deadly game of sponsoring terrorism. The assassination of Rafiq Hariri will have far-reaching consequences for Syria, as well as for the entire Middle East.

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