World Regions

"So the LORD scattered them abroad from there over the face of all the earth, and they ceased building the city" (Genesis 11:8).

Long ago, an ancient civilization revolted against God, gathering together and attempting to build a tower to the heavens. In response, God divided their languages and caused them to scatter across the globe. Now, millennia later, each world region has its own unique history...and shared future. Find out more below, or focus on a specific region with the links on the right.

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World News and Trends: Summing up the troubled world scene

As we begin 2009 we must ask, 'what is behind the overall moral decline in the world?'
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World News and Trends: Britain and aberrant family lifestyles

Who really is to blame for the increase in child abuse cases?
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World News and Trends: Israel's bleak future under new leadership

Will new plans by President Barack Obama mean an uncertain future for Israel?
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World News and Trends: The Iranian dilemma

Iran wishes to destroy Israel. Will 2009 bring hope or doom for this country?
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World News and Trends: Troubles in the Congo

The Congo wants political recognition, but how far are they willing to go to gain power?
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World News and Trends: Russia's muscle-flexing

Russia's continual efforts to build alliances and military power and strength indicate they desire to be more powerful.
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World News and Trends: Pakistan and Afghanistan: countries in crisis

It seems as if all attempts to calm the chaos in Pakistan and Afghanistan are hopeless. What will 2009 bring?
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World News and Trends: China's rapid military expansion

Expectations are set for China's military to grow beyond that of it's western rivals.
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World News and Trends: Australia faces a changing region

For years Australia has been the monitoring nation to the South Pacific region. Will they now face nuclear threats in 2009?
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World News and Trends: Brazil emerging in South America

Will 2009 bring opportunity for Brazil to emerge as a world leader?
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World News and Trends: The United States faces daunting challenges

Will 2009 bring the beginning signs to America's downfall as a world superpower?
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World News and Trends: What's the state of the world as we enter 2009?

As we begin 2009, we look to see if the world as a whole improved since last year.
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Secular Humanism: Between the Ideal and the Lie

Recent U.S. elections showed a nation strongly and sometimes bitterly divided over many issues, not least the basic direction of the country. What’s behind the battle? The seeds were sown long ago.
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Will Global Economic Turmoil Precede Jesus Christ's Return?

What possible connection could the global marketplace have with Jesus Christ's return? Do you understand the Bible's prophetic links?
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Is Iran the New Mideast Superpower?

The Middle East is at the center of Bible prophecy. Iran looks set to become the new regional superpower as the United States and its allies withdraw from or sharply reduce their presence in the region. What are the consequences—especially...
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Financial Crisis Crushing Britain

What does the future hold for Britain in the wake of the current financial crisis?
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The Other Historic Inauguration of January 2009

The inauguration of the new President of the United States was not the only historic inauguration in the month of January.
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Morning in America, or the morning after

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America in Decline

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What if the Cure Misses the Mark?