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In reference to -The End of the World: What Does the Bible Say?," there were a number of informative facts and quotes in this article. It was definitely thought-provoking and something we need reminding of! And the use of multiple translations can be helpful in clarifying less clear scriptures.
J.Y., Norcross, Georgia
I am on a Christian mother's group on-line, and we were discussing the recent events in Iraq. The topic of end times has got us wondering about where the United States is in all of this. We have searched the Scriptures, yet no one seems to be able to identify the United States. Are we missing something? Are we wiped out or are we called by another name? Just wondering what your thoughts were on this question.
By the way, I love your articles and you have helped me to understand some questions about things that I couldn't find answers to elsewhere. Thank you for your ministry.
Reader on Internet
You certainly raise good and timely questions. In fact, the United States and other major English-speaking nations are mentioned in many Bible prophecies. To discover the shocking truth of who they really are and what is prophesied to happen to them, request or download our free booklet The United States and Britain in Bible Prophecy.
In reading your November/December issue, I found not a single flaw with any physical, emotional or spiritual guidance you have given. Previously I had no willpower, energy or drive for success-hence, no faith. All of that changed with a commitment within myself to change. Exercise, diet and quitting smoking and tobacco use have given me a new self-image. All of this has resulted in less stress, anxiety, anger and depression. Instead it has resulted in more faith, emotional stability, peace of mind and physical health.
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I do enjoy and look forward to each monthly issue. But it was the one about smoking that I'm going to hold tight to. After 30 years of smoking, I am going to make my first attempt to quit-both for health and spiritual reasons. I will apply what I learned in your quit-smoking article.
J.R., Robinson, Illinois
Thank you for your publications. My biggest problem with Christianity is that there are few who teach prophecy and even fewer who want to hear it. Your organization has not made this error. As a matter of fact, your organization makes prophecy one of its main topics. Prophecy teaches the fear of God, and as I have seen, prophecy causes far more reaction to God and His Word than does only teaching the love of God. It is kind of like churches who only pass out the New Testament. How much of the New Testament can you understand if you do not comprehend the Old Testament?
J.D.H., Hesperia, California
Indeed, all these areas are important. Some want to focus exclusively on their concept of -love." Others may want to focus exclusively on prophecy. We must learn to strike the right balance.
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