TABLE OF CONTENTS

January/February 2004
Vol. 9, Number 1

Ready to Ride
A Good News editorial

Cover Feature
Visions of Judgement: The Horsemen of Revelation
The "four horsemen of the Apocalypse"-ominous riders of white, red, black and pale horses described in the prophetic book of Revelation-have intrigued Bible readers for centuries. What do they represent? In this first article of a series, we introduce the overall vision and look in detail at the significance of the first horseman, rider of the white horse.

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What Did the Early Church Believe and Practice?

America's Culture War: Threat to Homeland Security?
While the U.S.-led war on terror continues worldwide, another war-a conflict of colliding cultures-heats up in American courtrooms. Where will this lead the country? Could this war be a greater threat than terrorism?

The New (Anti-Semitic) World Order
Anti-Semitism has been with us since ancient times. But now, only a few decades after the deaths of 6 million Jews in the Holocaust, anti- Semitism is resurging. What's driving these latest threats and attacks?

2004: The World's Superpower Faces Powerful Challenges
As a new year begins, the United States faces a disunited, destabilized world with dangers both external and internal. The stakes are high in how Americans and their leaders respond to the problems confronting them.

Do Not Despise "Little Ones"
What is it about human nature that leads people to despise "little ones"? Jesus Christ tells us to carefully consider our attitudes toward those who aren't as well off as we are. A lot is riding on it-for both them and us.

Are You Feeling Overwhelmed?
Do too many problems stare you in the face? Do you find yourself with too much to do and not enough time and energy to do it? If so, it's likely you're feeling overwhelmed. But there are ways out of the dilemma. Here's help!

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Biblical Solutions to Anxiety

"Many False Prophets Will Arise and Deceive Many"
When Jesus Christ foretold the major trends that would precede His return to earth, the first sign He mentioned was religious imposters who would come in His name and deceive many. Do you take His warning seriously?

World News and Trends
An overview of conditions around the world.

Television and Radio Log
Station Listings and times for Good News/Tomorrow TV and GN Radio

Letters From Our Readers
Readers of The Good News share their thoughts.

Question and Answers
Answers to readers' questions

Just for Youth...
The Dating Debate

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