News and Prophecy

Wars, politics, crimes- it seems like all the news is bad news. When times are turbulent, we can remember our hope and anchor is the good news of the Kingdom of God.

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In Brief... World News Review: Government in turmoil

Israel will again be a Holy Land, but only after Christ returns and establishes a new government in Jerusalem.
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This is the Way Walk in It: No More Tears

When was the last time you were brought to tears?
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World News and Trends: Are terrorists fulfilling prophecy?

Could terrorist threats and actions against Europe help fulfill end-time prophecies? In recent months terrorists have made increasing threats against several European nations, telling them to end their alignment with America in the war on terror or face dire consequences.
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World News and Trends: Could mad cow disease be incubating in thousands more?

An Aug. 5 Associated Press release reports that scientists have found evidence indicating that the human form of mad cow disease might be infecting a wider group of people than previously thought possible.
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World News and Trends: Fireworks on the Rock of Gibraltar

A recent celebration of 300 years of British rule on Gibraltar fanned the flames of ownership claims to the Rock.
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World News and Trends: American concerns grow over Syrian military aims

The Sunday Times reported that "investigators tracking the spread of nuclear technology and know-how through the clandestine sales network of the Pakistani scientist Abdul Qadeer Khan believe that Syria might have acquired centrifuges that can purify uranium for use in...
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World News and Trends: Growing evidence of Iran's hostile intentions

World Net Daily published a report saying that Iran will have nuclear weapons by 2008, indicating that international inspections have delayed the nation's nuclear capability by two years. The report "suggested that Israel may conduct an attack on Iran's nuclear...
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World News and Trends: North Korean missiles capable of reaching America?

Unconfirmed reports have been circulating for several years suggesting that North Korea might be developing an intercontinental missile, most likely to be launched from a decommissioned Soviet submarine obtained from Russia.
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The Biblical Solution for Africa's Biggest Crisis

At the recent International AIDS Conference held in Bangkok, Thailand, delegates repeatedly condemned abstinence programs. The African continent has been particularly devastated by AIDS. Interestingly, abstinence programs are the only ones that are really working there.
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How Significant Is the Race for the White House?

The actions of the U.S. president are crucially important to the welfare of many nations. The stakes are high when we consider both the domestic and international implications.
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Could Jesus Christ Be Elected President?

As the United States enters the final weeks of a hotly contested presidential election campaign, this is a good time to ask a crucial question: Could Jesus Christ be elected president?
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Israel's Amazing Story: Fulfillment of Bible Prophecy

As American writer Saul Bellow asked, "What is it that led the Jews to place themselves, after the greatest disaster in their history [the Holocaust], in a danger zone?" The surprising truth is that Jewish rule over Jerusalem is an...
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Jerusalem's Temple Mount: Center of Conflict Today

A Good News Interview With Leen Ritmeyer, Ph.D.
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Jerusalem, City of God

An editorial note from John Ross Schroeder
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Who Deserves the Political Leadership Gold Medal?

In all human political systems there is plenty that is corrupt, sad and disappointing. For all the sincerity that politicians bring to debates, none can guarantee what we need the most: lasting peace, enduring prosperity and perfect standards with total...
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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...
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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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Why is America so Politically divided?

The United States of America is most powerful, the richest and most influential nation in the world. One might expect its greatness to stem from the majority of its 270 million people being united in support of its government, its...