Beyond Today Magazine: October 2026 - January 2027

Beyond Today Magazine: October 2026–January 2027

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Many look forward to Halloween and Christmas as fun-filled celebrations focused on family and feeling good. But is that enough to justify their observance? The Bible teaches that practices such as these that mix manmade traditions and religious practices are not acceptable to God. What exactly does God expect when it comes to how we honor and worship Him? Is our intention good enough?

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An open Bible.

Worship God—But on Whose Terms?

3 minutes
God was very clear: Do not adopt the worship practices of other religions. How do you worship God?
Illustration: A Christmas tree, Easter egg and Halloween jack-o-lantern setting inside a metal trap.

The Trap of False Worship

12 minutes
Many secular holidays are associated with memorable times with family and worshiping God. But could that be a trap for something far more sinister?
A woman's hands on a Bible

Does God Allow Women Pastors?

12 minutes
God has called both men and women to His Church. But has He called both men and women to do the same work in the Church? Can women be pastors, and...
Fingers crossed pushing someone away

The Rise of "No Contact"

11 minutes
An increasing number of people looking for help with troubled relationships are being advised to go “no contact.” Is this wise, and is there ever a...
A blurry image of man's face wearing glasses.

Fear vs. Faith

10 minutes
Many things in life can cause us to fear. But is that what God intended? And what role should faith play in establishing our vision of the future?
A older sister hugging her little brother.

Follow Me: Landing with Gentleness

8 minutes
Like an airplane touching down, our interactions with others can be smooth and gentle—or quite rough. What can we do to grow that gentleness?