Article

Treasure Digest: What Is Gnosticism?

I am a new member and have heard (not sure of the spelling) Naustisism, Naustic, mentioned in a couple of sermons in a negative way, and am embarrassed to admit I have no idea what it is.
Article

Letters on Keeping the Sabbath as Ranchers, Caregivers or Business Owners

Below are three letters the Council of Elders approved Dec. 13 to be used by the Personal Correspondence staff in dealing with questions from members on Sabbath observance.
Article

Remember the Sabbath to Keep It Holy: Business Questions

Should members of the Church of God own businesses that remain open on the Sabbath?
The End of the World: What Does the Bible Say?
Article

The End of the World: What Does the Bible Say?

For centuries people have read the Bible and concluded that the world will come to an end. But will it? If so, how? What do the Scriptures teach about the end of the world?
Article

The Time of the End The End of What

The Bible speaks of "the time of the end." But exactly what will come to an end?
Article

From The Word: It's Time for a Timely Reminder on Time

Sometimes cultural differences can give you a new perspective on God's Word. Maybe there's more we can learn about what it means to "redeem the time."
Article

Who Determines Right From Wrong?

All across the United States people are involved in a debate about the biblical Ten Commandments. It's ironic that while some Christians vehemently defend the posting of the Ten Commandments, many other Christians believe that these laws have no application...
Article

Christianity Isn't for Wimps

Most people today think being a Christian is easy, but the surprising truth is, the real Christianity of the Bible is challenging and difficult. Do you have the courage and conviction to be a real Christian?
Article

Leadership... Is It for You?

You, the next generation, can accept the challenge to prepare yourselves for your ultimate role in leadership.
Article

About Messianic Judaism

Do Messianic Jews believe and live as we do in the Church of God?
Baby in the manger carving.
Article

Was Christ Born on Christmas Day?

Do you observe Christmas because you think it's Christ's birthday? Was He born on or anytime near Dec. 25? If Jesus lived on earth today, would He celebrate Christmas at all?
a hand reaching towards a cloudy sky
Article

Angel Worship and the First Commandment

Angels are in the movies, on cards, everywhere—at least the popular conceptions of angels are. But what does the Bible really say about how we should think about angels?
a Bible on a wooden bench outdoors
Article

Law and Grace—an Incredible Marriage

Many see it as law or grace. Are you prepared to show how law and grace together demonstrate the love and mind of God?
Article

"Is the United Church of God Active in doing God's Work?"

Some have concluded that United does not put a high enough value on preaching the gospel. But take a closer look at what the work is and what we are doing.
Life Is Too Short!
Article

Life Is Too Short!

Untimely deaths of family and friends brought home the truth that time is far too precious to waste.
Gifts We Fail to Use
Article

Gifts We Fail to Use

When we get the wonderful gifts for which we pray, do we really appreciate them... or abuse them?
Article

Follow a Healthy and Biblical Diet

God designed the human body. Shouldn't we pay attention to what He says to put into it and what to avoid?
Vibrant Health: The Crucial Biblical Keys
Article

Vibrant Health: The Crucial Biblical Keys

The Bible has a surprising number of things to say about your health. In recent years researchers are discovering that its health advice is sound—and far ahead of its time.
Article

The High Cost of Ignorance

Editorial note from Scott Ashley
Article

World News and Trends: Solution to AIDS is not more cash

World News and Trends: This June, the 14th annual international AIDS conference, in Barcelona, Spain, led to the usual calls for the United States and other wealthy nations to spend more to fight AIDS.