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.

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Disasters to Hit the United States

The United States has faced its greatest national health emergencies in the past five years. What do they show about America’s ability to handle national disasters? What is yet to come?

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Restoration: World Won't End in "Fire and Ice"

No, the world will not end in "fire and ice," as a poet once wrote. It will not "end" at all. It will be restored to the form and shape that God intended when "the angels shouted for joy."

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The Next Holocaust

The ugly specter of anti-Semitism was on display again last month in Iran. It should send a shudder up and down your spine, and serve as a warning that this disease has not been eradicated and threatens world peace.

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When History and Prophecy Converge

What happens when key events of history have a connection to Bible prophecy? The result is a better appreciation for God's guiding hand in all of history.

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World News and Prophecy: January 2007

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Anti-Semitism is Far From Dead

nti-Semitism is merely an expression of mankind's hatred of God and anything that reminds man of what God requires of His creation.

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This Is the Way Walk in It: Flexing the Muscle Memory

Words, phrases and short, to-the-point bumper sticker philosophies are designed to make us think. Every so often we pick up the gauntlet and accept the challenge of pondering our values against the stark bluntness of a few words.

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Do You See the Canaries?

Canaries were once used to warn miners of toxic gas in underground mines. There is a lesson for our cultures. Can you see the "canaries" warning us about a toxic society?

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Why U.S. Population Growth Has Produced Little Joy

Throughout most of its history, a growing population was considered the United States’ most treasured national resource. Yet the news about America’s population reaching the 300 million mark has caused almost no celebration among the populace. Why?

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Lourdes, Fatima and Medjugorje Show Modern Attraction of Signs

In today's skeptical world, and on the most secular continent, there is still evidence of man's innate attraction to signs and miracles. Consider three European sites that attract millions of visitors.

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Signs and Lying Wonders: Will You Be Deceived?

Bible history and prophecy show that not all miracles are from God. At the end time, there will be counterfeit miracles to deceive the nations and, if possible, even God’s people.

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Venezuela Six More Years of Chavez

Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez won reelection Dec. 3 to another six-year term. Should the world take him seriously? Should the United States be concerned about his rhetoric? Yes!

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Restoration: Seeing Into 2007 With Fresh Eyes

The year is winding down, and it is time to look ahead to the next calendar year in anticipation of new things.

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The Queen Shows Importance of the Monarchy in History of English-Speaking World

The movie, The Queen, concentrates on the events surrounding the death of Princess Diana, a week of severe trial for the British monarchy.

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World News and Prophecy: December 2006

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The Effect of World Events on Daily Life

History and the Bible tell us that we don't live in a bubble, and we are not always shielded from events that shape the world.

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Giving Thanks to God

With a soft and pliable heart we are told to bow and kneel before God in acknowledgment of His guidance in our lives.

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This Is the Way Walk in It: What You See Is What You Will Receive

An eccentric professor thought he might poke fun at a boy engrossed in reading some religious material. The professor teasingly taunted, "Boy, tell me where God is and I'll give you an apple."

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Earthquake in Hawaii Shows We Are Still Not Prepared for a Disaster

Hawaii survived Oct. 15's 6.7 earthquake, but the immediate aftermath was a reminder of how vulnerable our modern world is to disasters of all kinds.

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The Worldwide Crisis of Overweight and Obesity

If you are not overweight, you may think you do not need this information. And, if you are even a little overweight, chances are this isn’t a comforting subject to spend time reading about. Yet because the problem is so...

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