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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The EU Versus the Irish Republic: What Does It Mean?

Most Irish citizens simply do not want a European superstate. This is the basic message of Ireland's startling "no" vote on the Lisbon Treaty. But the much more powerful European elites clearly want it very badly! Bible prophecy strongly indicates...
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Armageddon: Countdown to Global Peace

Writings on Armageddon have proliferated in the past 50 years. The term Armageddon has morphed into an end-of-the-world symbol, forecasting a catastrophic image for the future of mankind. In truth, the events attached to and following Armageddon will usher in...
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I Can See Clearly Now (or Can I?)

To a 9-year-old it seemed like a great miracle—to be able to see clearly.
Abraham Lincoln
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This Is the Way Walk in It: Forgiving the Unforgivable

Today our world is besieged with a seemingly never-ending cycle of violence. Unfortunately, this cycle of "payback time" appears alive and well wherever humans draw breath and are willing to use their last ounce of energy to exercise their own...
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Who Will Be the Next Leader of the Free World?

The Bible shows us that at the climax of this age—immediately before the second coming of Jesus Christ—another superpower will exist, a modern successor to the ancient Roman Empire.
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Europe and the Church, Part 2: What Led to Rome

Two thousand years ago the Roman Empire held sway over Europe, the Middle East and North Africa. Its legacy was to continue down through the centuries and is with us to this day. (The first part in this series ran...
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In Brief... World News Review California Court Supports Gay Marriages

The California Supreme Court voted by a narrow 4-3 margin to cancel a state ban on marriages between homosexuals. Massachusetts was the first state to approve same-sex unions. In addition, four northeastern states allow civil unions.
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Will You Be a Spiritual Survivor? (Part 2)

Although this story is imaginary, what if you faced a similar scenario?
A Bible
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A Prophecy Lesson: What Manner of Person Should You Be?

Why are you interested in prophecy? Is your goal to decipher all the obscure biblical prophecies that await fulfillment? If so, be careful—God's purpose for prophecy may be different from yours.
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In Brief... World News Review Antiforeigner Violence in South Africa

Former President Nelson Mandela supported the idea of ibuntu, the principle that strangers are always welcome in the Republic of South Africa. But immigrant violence has stalked certain of the nation's streets—poor against poor—resulting in at least 24 dead and...
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World News and Trends: Famine stalks the earth

Does the Bible reveal why famine has become a greater concern throughout the world?
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Coping With a Growing Economic Crisis

Last year was the worst year for U.S. home foreclosures since 1932, at the height of the Great Depression. The economy may be in trouble, but you can take steps to prepare for the growing downturn.
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Jerusalem's Bright Future

Will Jerusalem survive? Ongoing conflict and senseless terrorism suggest it won't. Yet the Bible says that Jerusalem will thrive forever in the greatest destiny imaginable!
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Anti-Semitism Now Directed Against Israel as a Nation

British Chief Rabbi Sir Jonathan Sacks recently alerted the world to a new kind of anti-Semitism.
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The State of Israel: Small but Significant

Tourists visiting Israel are sometimes amazed at how small the country is.
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Can Israel Survive?

Israel is geographically tiny, especially when measured against its massive impact on the world. Yet it remains the unceasing target of hostile criticism, with some countries openly threatening its extinction. Only 60 years old, Israel's survival remains at stake today...
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Israel—Hope Beyond Today

Imagine if King David of ancient Israel miraculously came back to life today after some 3,000 years and you were given the job of helping him to comprehend the existing situation in his homeland.
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World News and Trends: Marriage crisis grows in Britain

With the decrease of marriages and religious ceremonies, are we leaving God out of our relationships?
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World News and Trends: A tipping point: Muslims outnumber Catholics

The goal of Muslims is to take control of the world--and it's gaining strength every day.
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World News and Trends: Is a middle class utopia practically affordable?

As more people in third-world countries are being considered "middle class," will the effects bring negative results?