World News and Prophecy

World News and Prophecy was published from 1998 to 2011 by the United Church of God. It was created to look at world events from a Biblical perspective and give insight on what is happening in the world. If you're interested in these back issues, you should also check out the World News and Prophecy section of the Beyond Today magazine.

Magazine Issue

World News and Prophecy: January 2008

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All Eyes on Germany's New Chancellor Angela Merkel

In one form or another, Europe will move forward, and it will play an increased diplomatic and political role on the world stage.

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Christ Was More Than A Babe in a Manger

One of the many flaws in the way people approach Christ is shown at this time through the Christmas tradition.

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More Frightening News From Iran

Just as news arrived that made us feel safe to go out-of-doors, something happens to make us scramble back into our warm and safe cocoons called home. It is still a dangerous world out there—in spite of what they tell...

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America's Amazing Physical Blessings

What do the physical promises have to do with the gospel of Jesus Christ?

A large group of men on horseback with mountains in the background. In the front center of the group can be seen Chief Joseph, White Bird and Looking Glass.

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This is the Way Walk in It: I Will Fight No More Forever

The cool days of November are upon us. Since I was a lad, this time of the year always causes me to think of the echoing pronouncement, "It was on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th...

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A Page on the World...Why the Jews? The Reason for Antisemitism

Dennis Prager and Joseph Telushkin look at the implications of anti-Semitism (paperback 2003, ISBN-10: 0743246209).

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Where Does America Stand With God?

God actually warns that America's national sins will lead to a time of trouble, a time of punishment for neglecting to honor Him as the source of its blessings.

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The Wonderful World Beyond Today... A New Way of Thinking

What do you do if everyone in the world needs a heart transplant?

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From Berlin to Brussels

Some Germans are questioning whether their government is still a parliamentary democracy. Their underlying concerns apply throughout the evolving EU, as national sovereignty is subtly transferred to a central authority.

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Turkey, a U.S. Ally, Threatens to Widen War in Iraq

Kurdish rebels, seeking an autonomous Kurdistan, have been attacking Turkish troops from the sanctuary of northern Iraq. Turkey now threatens to send troops into the most peaceful region of Iraq. Complicating the problem was an attempt in the U.S. Congress...

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What's Ahead for America?

Sensing a weakness of will, hostile nations appear to be ganging up on America. Some consider the United States a second-rate power. What are some of the specific problems, internationally and domestically, and how will they affect America's future?

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Restoration: Facing the Pain and Suffering

As I looked closely into my guide's eyes, I could see the lingering pain and the unanswered question. Although she was much closer to the situation than I was, she still had no answer after many years.

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Exit President Putin, Enter Prime Minister Putin

Russian President Putin must leave office early next year. Yet his policies and his posture are those of a man building an empire, rather than merely a legacy. It’s clear he intends to hang onto power. What does this mean...

Magazine Issue

World News and Prophecy: November 2007

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Why Is There Evil and Suffering?

Dealing with this question of evil in our world continues to challenge the skeptic and believer equally.

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Preach the Gospel; Let Your Light Shine

The work is proclaiming the true gospel of the coming Kingdom of God. This is the light that shines through the darkness of today's world, giving hope and a vision of a better life.

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This is the Way Walk in It: Open Roads for Open Hearts

Down through the ages, there seemingly has been no way to get around the knotty issues that have confronted the Holy Land. Many have tried to work around the edges, but nobody has sliced through the big issues to create...

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A Page on the World... Infidel

Ayaan Hirsi Ali has written a remarkable book about her experiences as a Somali Muslim woman in Kenya, Ethiopia, Saudi Arabia and the Netherlands (ISBN-13 #978-0743289684, 2007, 368 pages).

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Demographic Trends: A Warning to the Western World

A century ago big families were common in the Western world. Today the opposite is true. While the West fails to reproduce, third world countries have high birthrates. The result is a massive migration from the third world to the...

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