Good News Magazine: November - December 2015

Big news inside this issue, the managing editor shares the news about The Good News changing its name to Beyond Today in the upcoming January-February 2016 issue. Also inside, we will examine several topics and questions and provide biblically-based answers that offer help for today and hope for tomorrow. What can we learn from the life of the prophet Daniel and how does it relate to the headlines of today? Why is there so much evil and suffering and what is its source? What kind of future does God have planned for you and all of humanity? Have you ever wondered if celebrating Christmas is the right way to worship and honor Jesus Christ? Are you willing to follow the example of Jesus Christ and observe the seventh-day Sabbath like He did? Is it ok for a Christian to be angry and what type of anger is acceptable to God? How can being thankful provide stability in unstable times? Download and read the entire issue in PDF format.

Table of Contents

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The Good News becomes Beyond Today
3 minutes
We know that God is working out His plan, and it will come to pass exactly as He sees fit. We look forward to a world and a way of life beyond today.
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An illustration of knights riding on horses.
12 minutes
A shocking event from the life of the biblical prophet Daniel opens a window into a different dimension—an unseen spirit world and beings who play a...
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A photo illustrating Daniel praying.
3 minutes
We have to go to the Bible to understand the spiritual dimension that impacts big events in our world every day.
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A photos illustration of a hand through red smoke.
17 minutes
What’s the source of so much sorrow and suffering in our world? God’s Word reveals surprising details about a spiritual dimension—the angelic world...
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Footprints in sand.
2 minutes
The Bible makes it clear that civilizations and societies are influenced by Satan.
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Sunset over a rocky beach.
8 minutes
The Eternal God has designed and planned an amazing future civilization for you and all people. Discover when it will come, what it will be like and...
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Ultrasound of baby in the womb.
8 minutes
America’s abortion debate is a window on one of the country’s deepest spiritual crises. When we see injustice, brutality and sin on this scale, we...
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Ancient Roman silver disk depicts Sol Invictus
9 minutes
You probably realize Christ was not born on December 25, and you may not think it’s important. But it really does matter. And it really is important...
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Two children sitting with Santa Claus in front of a Christmas tree.
10 minutes
Most people know the Bible doesn’t mention—much less sanctify— Christmas. Does it make any difference as long as it’s intended to honor God and bring...
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A person dressed up as Santa Claus
2 minutes
How did Santa Claus enter the picture? Why is this mythical figure so closely aligned with the Christmas holiday? Here, too, many books are available...
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Sunset over a field of flowers.
11 minutes
As Christians, we know Jesus is our Savior and perfect example. Should we observe the Sabbath day like He did?
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A young pair of hands comforting an elderly hand.
4 minutes
Even at our worst moments, there is something to be thankful for.
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Haifa bus bombing during the second Intifada, 2003.
2 minutes
We are not merely on the verge of another Arab uprising against Israel. It’s already here.
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A bunch of digital numbers and letters.
2 minutes
The Chinese are stealing secrets from America. Of course, every nation conducts its own bit of espionage against other nations.
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President of Syria Bashar al-Assad with Russian President Vladimir Putin (October 2015)
2 minutes
Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has been in power since 2000, stepping into the position previously occupied by his father until his death.
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Syrian refugees strike in front of Budapest Keleti railway station.
3 minutes
The lengthy prophecy of Daniel 11 speaks of ongoing conflict between rulers to the north and south of the land of Israel, with verse 45 referring to...
9 minutes
What can a letter to a slave owner about his runaway slave teach us about healing broken relationships? The answer is that it can teach us a great...
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Anna Keichline, one of the first female architects
8 minutes
Anna Keichline was among the first women to enter the architectural profession. While she and other successful architects deserve respect for their...
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An old looking Bible.
9 minutes
Learn the inspiring story of a group of people who found—just by reading the Bible—that they must keep the seventh-day Sabbath.
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Army vehicles in the south-east of Turkey after a resumption of Kurdish separatist terrorism (August 2015).
2 minutes
In an already unstable region, a divided Turkey opens the door for insurgents like ISIS to take further root.
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A burst of lights.
5 minutes
As more and more details of the Iran nuclear negotiations unfolded over recent months, the questions grew more and more puzzling.
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Map illustration of EMP blast over North America.
12 minutes
In the wake of the Iran nuclear deal, the question looms about what Iran might do once it acquires nuclear weapons. Some are sounding the alarm about...
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City buildings lit up a night.
3 minutes
Experts warn about the possibility of an electromagnetic pulse attack that could knock out electricity over vast regions.
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Letters from readers of the Beyond Today magazine.
7 minutes
Readers of the Good News share their thoughts in the November/December 2015 issue.