End Times

"Now as He sat on the Mount of Olives, the disciples came to Him privately, saying, 'Tell us, when will these things be? And what will be the sign of Your coming, and of the end of the age?'" (Matthew 24:3).

The end times mark not the end of the world, but the end of an age—and the beginning of a far better one. Find out what that means for you by checking out the material below.

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Out of Sight Out of Mind

What is the European Union (EU)? This is not such a strange question when you realize that many, if not most, Americans are largely unaware of vitally important EU activities such as the signing of the new Treaty of Rome...
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Alexander, the Man Who Would Be God

Millions remain fascinated by one of history's most intriguing and successful conquerors. An ancient source sheds new light on his achievements—and his downfall.
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Restoration: "Cold" Peace or Real Peace?

It is tragic when terrorists attack innocent civilians, whatever the "cause." It is doubly sad when it is done to coincide with the biblical Holy Days that foreshadow peace among all peoples.
An older man's hand on an open Bible.
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The Biblical Feast of Trumpets: Foretelling 'the Day of the Lord'

Does this ancient biblical feast hold great meaning for Christians today?
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Threats Even Bigger than Terrorism

Less than two weeks before the third anniversary of the horrific Sept. 11 terrorist attacks on the United States, the U.S. Republican Convention convened in New York City just four miles from the site of Ground Zero. From it came...
A sunrise coming over a mountain top lighting up the valley below.
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The Horsemen of Revelation: The Fifth Horseman Rides

Most Bible students focus only on the first four horsemen of Revelation 6. The phrase "Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse" is synonymous with frightening prophecies. But there is another horseman—a fifth, whose ride signifies a much different future and brings...
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U.S. Troop Withdrawals What Do They Mean

President George W. Bush has announced significant U.S. troop withdrawals from Germany, Japan and South Korea. What's behind this development and what will it mean a few years from now?
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The Man Who Would Be Pope

Signs of Pope John Paul II's failing health clearly renew speculation that he may not live much longer. Who would replace him as the next leader of the Roman Catholic Church? What qualities will the cardinals look for in the...
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What Signs Are You Waiting For?

Throughout history humans have been looking for visible and supernatural signs to convince them of God's involvement in human affairs. The Bible foretells some amazing celestial signs that will come just before God's final day of wrath is unleashed. But...
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The Day After Tomorrow movie: How Does It Compare With What the Bible Says?

Currently being shown in theatres across the United States and in many other parts of the world is a movie titled The Day After Tomorrow. Directed and co-produced by Roland Emmerich, this film depicts in graphic detail and drama the...
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First the End of an Empire - Now, the End of Britain?

Are we witnessing the end of the nation whose people, “relative to their numbers, contributed more to civilization than any other people since the ancient Greeks and Romans”?
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Why No Major Terrorist Attacks Since 9/11?

Government officials are warning of increased threats of a major terrorist attack to soon take place on U.S. soil. But this reminds us of a question we are thinking but almost fear to ask.
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The Rising European Superpower: Prophesied in the Bible?

Events in Europe are reshaping the world. The European Union has now expanded from 15 to 25 members. Most of Europe already shares a common currency and plans within months to have a European constitution to further unify the continent...
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The Rise and Fall of Empires

An editorial note from Scott Ashley
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A Week of Horror

It's been a terrible week with the horrifying public murder—by beheading—of 26-year-old Nicholas Berg in Iraq. Probably hoping to launch anti-war sentiment over the top, the evil Abu Musab al-Zarqawi recorded the killing of the young American civilian and posted...
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In Brief... World News Review: United States vs. Syria

Syria is doing little to stop a steady flow of Sunni insurgents into western Iraq.
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EU Referendum: Will Britain Choose Europe or the U.S.?

British Prime Minister Tony Blair stunned everybody with his dramatic U-turn April 19 announcing a referendum on the proposed new EU constitution, responding to fears that the proposed legislation would make Britain an offshore province of a European superstate. Which...
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How Close Are We to the End of This Age?

A prominent London newspaper reported that "a 2002 survey revealed that 59 percent of the [American] population believes the prophecies of the book of Revelation. Seventeen percent believe that the end of the world will happen during their lifetimes." So...
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Will European Unity Be Forged in Fear?

The recent terrorist attack in Spain has impacted elections and policies in Europe. Is this a trigger for future events that will create a larger cohesive continental power?
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Terror by Chemical Bombs

Is a chemical bomb the next weapon of choice that al-Qaeda groups will use on the United States, the United Kingdom and continental Europe? There are strong indications that it is! Specialized al-Qaeda training camps turned out multiple hundreds of...