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Are All Spiritual 'Shadows' Obsolete?

The apostle Paul wrote of the Sabbath and Holy Days as being "a shadow of things to come." Did he mean to tell us that these observances are now obsolete and meaningless?
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Gentleness: The Mark of a Christian

Gentleness, so sadly lacking in this world, should be evident in the life of a Christian. What is gentleness, and how can it be a part of your life?
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Does God Allow Us to Choose Our Own Religious Holidays?

Many think that under the New Covenant they have freedom to worship God however they want, including deciding on their own days of worship. But what does the Bible say?
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How to Comfort Your Children in Time of Need

A large part of growing up is facing difficulties, setbacks and disappointments. What can you do to help your children through those traumatic times?
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England's Growing Isolation

As the nations of mainland Europe become tightly bound together politically, economically and militarily, what are the consequences of England's more-independent path?
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Good News Interview. The Erosion of Our Moral Ozone

Michael Josephson is the founder and president of the Joseph & Edna Josephson Institute of Ethics in Marina del Ray, California. Through the institute, he founded the Character Counts Coalition, a partnership of almost 100 national and regional educational and...
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Good News Magazine: November - December 1996

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What Does the Bible Teach About Fasting?

Fasting—going without food and water—is mentioned often in the Bible. What can we learn from the examples we are given?
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Teenage Success Stories: Yours Could Start Today

Would you like to have more money in your pocket, face the future with more confidence and be able to set up a successful business for yourself? It is easier than you think. All it takes is a dream and...
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Understanding God's Word: The Resurrections of the Dead

The Bible speaks often of the resurrection of the dead. But what is the purpose of the dead being raised if people go to heaven or hell at death, as many believe? Read on to discover the fascinating truth about...
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Could Nebuchadnezzar Not Remember His Own Dream?

Because of an unclear translation of Daniel 2:5, for generations many readers of the King James Version of the Bible have understood the verse to mean that King Nebuchadnezzar couldn't recall his dream of the night before.
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Profiles of Faith: Daniel - God Is My Judge

Daniel committed his life to God. Sometimes he suffered, but he always trusted God to deliver him from trials. You and I can live as Daniel lived.
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What Does It Mean to Have Freedom in Christ?

Jesus Christ spoke often of the freedom humankind would find through him. But exactly what is the freedom that He promised His followers?
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Develop Your Spiritual Senses

Many want to avoid sin but don't know where to begin. By understanding the process of how sin occurs, you can better avoid it in your life.
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How World Peace Will Come

God has promised us 1,000 years of peace. Yet human efforts to achieve enduring peace have always failed. Here is the amazing story of how God will usher in a golden age of lasting peace for all mankind.
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What Does the Bible Say About God's Judgment?

God has always existed as judge over His creation. But we need to understand how He judges, when He judges and why He judges.
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God's Judgment: Condemnation or Hope?

The good news is that the judgment of God on man has a better ending than most people think. This good news is revealed in the festivals of God.
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Did a Good God Create an Evil World?

Is it possible to completely expunge all evil from the world? It is not only possible, it will be done! The Bible reveals how God will eventually banish evil from existence!
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The Bible and Archaeology: Archaeology and Genesis—What Does the Record Show? Part 1

In this article we take a look at some of the astounding discoveries of the last two centuries and show how physical evidence confirms aspects of the biblical record.
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Coping With Worry

You worry. I worry. We all worry about all kinds of things. But why do we allow ourselves to worry so much? Does our worrying accomplish anything? And are we concerning ourselves with the right things?