Beyond Today Magazine: January–February 2024

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The world is plunging into a darkening era of societal upheaval and advancing evil. But what even defines evil? Is there a standard? Some warn of fighting in Ukraine and Israel leading to larger conflict, even a third world war. What’s ultimately going on? Where is it all heading? How can you begin to make sense of it all? What you need is the perspective of a proper worldview. This set of foundational beliefs acts as a filter in processing information, helping determine how to think and behave, providing a sense of direction and purpose. Is your worldview accurate? There is only one Source of truth—the God of the Bible. His Word answers the deep questions, explains underlying reality and announces what lies ahead, giving genuine hope. For help in focusing through that lens, be sure to read this issue of Beyond Today. You and all of us need a biblical worldview! 

Table of Contents

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A pile of Valentine candy hearts.
7 minutes
Millions send Valentine’s Day cards to express their affection for someone special. But how did this holiday originate? And does Valentine’s Day...
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A piano instructor guiding the fingers of child on the piano.
11 minutes
In struggling through life’s hardships, know that you are not alone. You have a Great Master who will see you through and help you succeed.
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Dive Deeper Jan-Feb 2024
3 minutes
Here you'll find links to all the additional resources listed in the pages of the magazine in the "Dive Deeper" boxes near the end of each article.
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A closeup of a woman's eyes with tears.
11 minutes
What is human trafficking? What instigates and drives it? Who are its victims? How will it come to an end?
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A woman standing on a hill watching the sunrise.
4 minutes
The fact is, the world is headed into a darker future, just as the Bible has foretold. But there is hope beyond today.
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Recently found ivory furniture inlays from the 8th-7th centuries B.C. indicate Jerusalem’s ancient wealth, as the Bible describes.
7 minutes
Archaeological discoveries in and about the Holy Land often relate to the Bible. Following is an annotated list of recent finds.
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A sunrise over a high mountain field of grass and flowers.
10 minutes
We need a proper lens to filter the input we receive. Where can we find a reliable frame of reference through which to see the world?
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European Parliament building in Strasbourg, France
8 minutes
An overview of events and conditions around the world featured in the January/February 2024 issue of Beyond Today.
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A burnt house.
11 minutes
The viciousness of the recent Hamas attack on Israel and its occurrence on a biblical Holy Day, like an invasion 50 years before, have biblical...
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Letters From Our Readers: January/February 2024
4 minutes
Readers of Beyond Today magazine share their thoughts in the January/February 2024 issue.
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A sunset over some mountains.
7 minutes
Through God’s Word, the Bible, Jesus Christ conveyed a momentous announcement about the future of the world that you and all people need to hear!
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Two people sitting in camp chairs under a tree.
6 minutes
As threats of catastrophic warfare loom over the world scene, we should focus on God’s promises to bring lasting peace and our need to live His way of...
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A man turning pages of a Bible.
11 minutes
We see what happens in society and the various notions and ideologies out there through the lens of our worldview. And that should be based on actual...