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July/August 2003
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Cover Feature

Can You Believe Bible Prophecy?

Between a fourth and a third of the Bible concerns prophecy. History shows that God's unerring prophecies of the kingdoms and empires of Egypt, Israel, Judah, Babylon, Persia, Greece and Rome all came to pass in minute detail. If His prophecies came true in centuries past, can you - and should you - believe in Bible prophecy today?

From the Editor :
Does Bible Prophecy Matter?

Sidebar: Fulfilled Prophecies of Jesus Christ

Sidebar: A Ruler's Actions Foretold More Than a Century Before They Happened

The Bible Was Right
Bible critics and skeptics can found everywhere. However, there are also inspiring cases of some who looked at the facts and changed their minds. What kind of evidence brought about their surprising turnarounds?


Behind the Headlines

America and Britain's Global Reach-Prophesied in the Bible?
The United States and Britain were close allies in defeating European tyranny in two world wars. They then crushed Iraqi tyranny twice in the last 12 years. Why has it fallen to these two powers to police the world?

Teen Sex: The Silent Epidemic That's Killing Our Kids
A silent epidemic that is sweeping the Western world infects thousands more teenagers every day. Most parents have little idea how bad this epidemic is, much less how to fight it. Yet there are solid biblical solutions.

Sidebar: How Mass Media Sells Sex

Making Sense of a Fragmenting World
Why does it seem as though the world is going crazy? We're bombarded with news of terrorism, shifting geopolitical alliances and an increasingly divided world. What does it mean, and how can we make sense of it all?

Was Noah's Flood Universal?
Was the Flood of Genesis universal, engulfing the entire earth? Or was it only regional, covering a relatively small area? This question has troubled many readers of the Genesis story. How can we discover the truth?

Sidebar: Evidence of a Worldwide Flood

Sidebar: Was There Enough Water?

Noah's Ark: Was It Possible?
Many unbelievers have scoffed at the biblical account of Noah's ark and the Flood, assuming it impossible that animal life could have been saved on a primitive boat, But their criticisms rest on mistaken assumptions.

Sidebar: Understanding Biblical 'Kinds'

Living Christianity...

God Values Everyone-Do We?
Limitless opportunities exist for volunteers to help adults and children afflicted with disabilities. Giving of your time and energy can make a difference to both them and you-and help fulfill Christ's instructions.

Regular Features

World News and Trends

Letters From Our Readers

Questions and Answers

Just for Youth ...

Virginity: Is It Worth It?



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