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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World News and Trends: Moral guidance from the United Nations?

Some British politicians and Anglican Church bishops aggressively take the position that without an official UN seal of approval, any Anglo-American war with Iraq would be immoral.
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World News and Trends: Removing the Ten Commandments

The entrance to the Alabama Supreme Court is graced by the presence of a huge stone monument displaying the shortened but still correct version of the Ten Commandments.
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World News and Trends: EU embassies around the world?

Drafting a new European Union constitution has brought forth a flurry of proposals from member states trying to influence the contents of what is now viewed as potentially the most important document in Europe.
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World News and Trends: A Christian Europe?

Former French president Valery Giscard d'Estaing is in the process of drafting a new constitution for the European Union (EU).
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Don't Fight for a Dying Regime

"Don’t fight for a dying regime!" This was the advice of President Bush to the Iraqi people and soldiers just before the Iraq war began. Baghdad seems to have finally been freed from Saddam Hussein’s grip. His regime and brutal...
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Toppling the Image of Evil

The dramatic scenes of jubilant Iraqis hanging a noose around the neck of the statue of Saddam Hussein were a dramatic symbol of a repressive dictatorial regime coming to an end. The job now appears to have been accomplished, and...
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Increasing EU Presence in Latin America

The people of Latin America are voting for leaders whom they hope can lift the region's millions from the grips of poverty. The gap between rich and poor has become the main issue throughout the region and therefore a primary...
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Mortgage Bubble About to Burst?

Millions of Americans are heavily burdened with first and, in many cases, second mortgages. People reached for "the American dream" of owning their home-but often a home somewhat beyond the reach of their incomes. Additionally, they pulled needed cash out...
Do You Know Why Christ Died?
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Do You Know Why Christ Died?

Christians generally agree that Jesus Christ died for their sins. But how many really understand the significance of that sacrifice?
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Dealing Effectively With a World of Terrorism and Tragedy

From Sept. 11, 2001, until now and unfortunately on into the foreseeable future, we have lived and are living in a different world-too often blighted by the specter of fear. How does our Creator advise us to respond to the...
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Restoration...A Moment of Decision

It is easy to be worried by the immediate issues of life. But a Christian looks beyond today's world to the time when God will intervene to restore the eternal values of His Kingdom.
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Words No One Wants to Hear From God

As in so many wars in the past, combatants, their families and fellow citizens in the present and soon-to-be wars call on God for help. They sincerely expect that a divine being blesses, even orders their efforts and that His...
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Cloning: A Dangerous Journey Into Uncharted Waters?

What's behind the concerted efforts to clone human beings? Is this another attempt to climb to the loftiest heights of knowledge and defy our Creator?
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Is Everything OK?

Is it true that "anything goes"? Some people believe you can do anything you want in life and it really won't matter. But such shifting values broadcast a dangerous message to teens today. There is cause and effect for every...
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Homeland Security: What Crucial Piece Is the United States Missing?

After the devastating terror attacks of Sept. 11, 2001, homeland security became a top priority for the United States. Yet, at the same time, it seems to be overlooking the most important aspect of its safety, and the risk is...
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2003: The Storm Clouds Gather

What long-term effects will come from the unsettling events so far in 2003? No human being knows for sure. But we can observe, analyze and learn from the storm clouds gathering on the horizon.
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Are We Witnessing the Last Days of the Present World Order?

Many world trends seem to be leading to a new world order.
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Prophecy Being Fulfilled? The World Divides Into Three Spheres

Recent events have shown the world dividing into three competing systems, all vying for dominance in a rapidly changing world. Does Bible prophecy indicate which will survive?
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Iraq and the Middle East: A Century of Turmoil Continues

What has led up to the current crisis in Iraq? How did the United States find itself in this deadly and seemingly insoluble quagmire?
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After Iraq, What Next? America Faces a Dangerous World

As the world focuses its attention on the conflict between the United States and Iraq, it's easy to overlook the many other threats facing the United States. What are these threats, and what do they portend?