July 2002 Vol.5, No. 6 The Majority: Unknowing, Unaware, and Unconcerned Most people have scant appreciation of the constant dangers that stalk our planet. The presence of God in our lives is our only sure protection. Full Article Is Britain Rediscovering the Commonwealth? Celebrations to mark the queen's Golden Jubilee centered on her role as head of the Commonwealth, the 54-nation multicultural organization that was once the British Empire. After decades of neglecting the institution, is Great Britain now strengthening its Commonwealth ties? Full Article Ever Increasing Crime--Will It Ever End? "Make a chain, for the land is filled with crimes of blood, and the city is full of violence" (Ezekiel 7:23). Must we accept crime as a way of life? Why aren't prisons solving it, and is there anything we can do about it personally? Full Article A Deadly Epidemic Between 300,000 and 600,000 Americans will die this year, not from terrorist acts, but from a chronic disease growing so rapidly that it is now officially called an epidemic. You'll be shocked to find out what and how widespread it is. Full Article Contents by John Ross Schroeder Restoration: Greed Is the News of the Day by Darris McNeely by Melvin Rhodes Ever Increasing Crime--Will It Ever End? by Graemme Marshall by Cecil E. Maranville by Bill Eddington, Cecil E. Maranville, Darris McNeely, John Ross Schroeder and Jim Tuck This Is the Way... When the Walls Come Tumbling Down by Robin Webber Restoration: Greed Is the News of the Day In the parable of the unjust steward Jesus said, "The sons of this world are more shrewd in their generation than the sons of light" (Luke 16:8). Looking at some of the recent spectacular business failures in the American economy reminds me of this biblical story of a businessman who let his brilliant talent become tarnished by greed and power. Full Article The United Church of God provides World News and Prophecy (WNP) as an educational service for interested persons. The purpose of WNP is to help readers discern the times and increase their awareness and understanding of current events in the light of Bible prophecy. Although the staff strives for truth and accuracy in its reporting, analysis, and Bible commentary, WNP is not a doctrinal publication. Articles do undergo both an editorial and a review process. The next issue is scheduled to be available on Aug 14, 2002. WNP Home Send any comments / changes regarding this page to webmaster@churchofgodtwincities.org © 2002-2022 United Church of God, an International Association