World Regions

"So the LORD scattered them abroad from there over the face of all the earth, and they ceased building the city" (Genesis 11:8).

Long ago, an ancient civilization revolted against God, gathering together and attempting to build a tower to the heavens. In response, God divided their languages and caused them to scatter across the globe. Now, millennia later, each world region has its own unique history...and shared future. Find out more below, or focus on a specific region with the links on the right.

Featured Content in World Regions

Europe: A New Superpower on the Rise
Europe: A New Superpower on the Rise
by Melvin Rhodes

Now that the Lisbon Treaty has gained final approval by all 27 EU member nations, 2010 promises to be a significant year for the European Union. Ever since the fall of the Roman Empire in the fifth century, Europeans have dreamed of uniting their continent. Is this long dream about to be fulfilled? Are we seeing the birth of a new superpower foretold in Bible prophecy?

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Egypt in Bible Prophecy
John Ross Schroeder
Egypt in Bible Prophecy

The key Middle Eastern prophecy of Daniel 11 clearly states that "the land of Egypt shall not escape" the military invasion by the king of the North (verse 42), launched in retaliation to provocation by the leader of an end-time Muslim alliance known as the king of the South (verse 40).

Posted May 3, 2012 | 0 comments
The Middle East: Focus of End-Time Prophecy
John Ross Schroeder
Peter Eddington
The Middle East: Focus of End-Time Prophecy

We often see the Middle East catapulted to the forefront of news programs around the world. Even faraway nations are deeply affected by what happens in this volatile region. You need to understand what has been prophesied to occur there and why. 

Posted May 2, 2012 | 6 comments
The Crucial Human Element in the Current Crisis
Good News Editor
The Crucial Human Element in the Current Crisis

Human beings make up nations and national groups. And human leaders inevitably possess highly individual personalities, legacies and backgrounds. To imagine that these factors never influence even crucial national decision-making would be highly unrealistic.

Posted April 30, 2012 | 0 comments
What Would a Nuclear Iran Mean for the World?
John Ross Schroeder
What Would a Nuclear Iran Mean for the World?

While politicians and pundits debate what to do about the matter, Iran continues its pursuit of nuclear weapons, threatening Israel and the world. How does the Bible guide us in understanding Middle Eastern events and gaining a proper global perspective?

Posted April 30, 2012 | 1 comments
Foiled Terror Plot: A Case Study in Slanted News Reporting
Tom Robinson

A musician from Massachussetts or radical Islamist?

Posted November 23, 2011 | 1 comments
Euro-Skepticism Growing in Britain
Tom Robinson

More in Britain are beginning to view the European Union with a more critical eye.

Posted November 22, 2011 | 0 comments
Syria's Assad Threatens to Rain Missiles on Tel Aviv
Tom Robinson
Syria's Assad Threatens to Rain Missiles on Tel Aviv

Bashar al-Assad tightens his grip on his power, threatening attacks on Israel if outside intervention is taken to stop him.

Posted November 21, 2011 | 2 comments
Currency Wars: Precursor to Trade Wars
Paul Kieffer
Currency Wars Precursor to Trade Wars

A stunning move by the Swiss National Bank in September signals the opening round of a currency war as Switzerland sets exchange limits to protect its domestic economy. What are the ultimate repercussions of such actions?

Posted November 17, 2011 | 0 comments
The Eurozone Debt Crisis: Calamity Still Looms
John Ross Schroeder
The Eurozone Debt Crisis: Calamity Still Looms

Ardent EU supporters promote a best-case scenario, the debt crisis concluding with diminished consequences. Others lay out worst-case scenarios, such as Britain’s Daniel Hannan in his October 2011 Standpoint article “The End of Europe’s Fantasy Is Now in Sight.” Whatever happens, in the long run God’s Word will be the determining factor.

Posted November 15, 2011 | 0 comments
Israel's Growing Isolation: Where Will It Lead?
Rod Hall
Israel's Growing Isolation: Where Will It Lead?

For the first time in its history, Israel finds itself without a single dependable friend in the Middle East. For decades, it maintained a cold peace with Egypt and a warm one with Turkey, but both have evaporated recently. What do the major changes occurring in the Middle East mean for the future?

Posted November 14, 2011 | 8 comments

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Egypt in Bible Prophecy

Rising Middle East tension has radically impacted Egypt and other nations. Will this affect your life? You need to know.

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Solving the Israel and Arab Conflict

There is only one hope in resolving strife between Jews, Arabs and Christians. Discover the amazing truth.

World Regions Sermons

Melvin Rhodes
September 11th in Perspective
Presented by Melvin Rhodes

What happened on September the 11th is a part of an historic continuum. It is the continuation of historical events which have been taking place for thousands of years. Through comparing the Bible to historical trends, we can understand better where we are in Bible prophecy.


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Melvin Rhodes
Seek God First
Presented by Melvin Rhodes

Why is Ghana a happier country? In spite of their poverty, forty-five years of turmoil, lack of cars, lack of electricity or running water, Ghanaians live a less stressful happier life. There are biblical lessons to be learned from the people of Ghana.
Posted October 19, 2002 | 0 comments |
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The United States and Britain in Bible Prophecy

The United States and Britain in Bible Prophecy

The amazing story of the rise to greatness of the United States and Britain begins 4,000 years ago with the biblical patriarch Abraham. God's promises would bring an astounding future for his descendants.

الشرق الأوسط في نبؤات الكتاب المقدس

الشرق الأوسط في نبؤات الكتاب المقدس

إن هجمات الإرهاب التي هزَت العالم بأجمعه جعلتنا ندرك ان واقع الشرق الأوسط يؤثر علينا جميعاً أينما أقمنا.

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