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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World Heading Into "the Perfect Storm"

World conditions are developing like "the perfect storm," warned former U.S. Secretary of State Madeleine Albright in a recent speech. Placing her comments alongside biblical revelation provides us with unique insight into what is about to happen in the world—and...
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Restoration... Planting the Seed of the Kingdom

Do you view prophecy as something that is frightening or exciting?
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The Battle of the Giants Who Will Win

Seemingly unnoticed, a titanic battle is underway between the world's most powerful economies. U.S. overspending and a calculated gamble to take advantage of a devalued dollar is forcing other nations—the EU included—to pay the tab.
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Is Peace in Palestine Possible?

The current U.S. administration is embarking on a familiar path followed by several previous administrations—attempting to bring genuine peace between the Israelis and Palestinians. It's a joint effort, involving many nations. Dubbed the "road map" to peace, will this succeed...
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The Global Reach of America and Britain Prophesied in the Bible

Lady Thatcher observed: "The great lesson of the 20th century is that whenever the American and British peoples stand together, they always win."
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From Kosovo to Conflict?

At the end of April, four European countries agreed on the formation of a joint military structure. Did NATO's successful intervention in Kosovo lay the seeds for a challenger to its position?
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Restoration...What Have We Learned?

Sadly, mankind did not learn the lesson from this "War to End All Wars."
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Has America Finally Seen the Light?

America will now be watching the architecture of this new Europe very closely.
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How Soon Will Britain Embrace the Euro?

There are many confusing signals.
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The New European Constitution: the Last Battle for Britain?

No nation has successfully invaded Britain since the Norman Conquest in 1066. In effect, the European Union may be about to do what the Spanish Armada, Napoleon and Hitler attempted but failed. Many do not realize that the identity and...
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This Is the Way Walk in It: Two Minutes Dedicated to Eternity

Nearly 140 years ago, in the midst of the American Civil War, one man had to reach deep to inspire his exhausted countrymen to move beyond the weary moment of frustration into the bright hope of tomorrow.
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What Will Be in 2003?

What will happen in 2003? No human being knows for sure. But we can observe and analyze the storm clouds that are on the horizon.
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Who's Afraid of Turkey?

The recent European Union summit conference in Copenhagen, Denmark, resulted in an agreement to admit 10 new members by May 2004. Turkey, however, continues to knock on the door to the EU, as it has for some 15 years.
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The Palace of Versailles Again at the Center of World Events

Few news sources are reporting the growing rift between France and Germany on the one side and the United States, Britain and their allies on the other in a potential Middle East war. World News and Prophecy looks beyond the...
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Restoration...A Week to Remember

It has been an extraordinary week for America
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The Missing Dimension in Homeland Security

Homeland security instantly became the #1 priority of the Bush administration on Sept. 11, 2001. With the creation of the massive Homeland Security Department, concerns of safekeeping continue to be the primary focus of the American government. Are you aware...
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In Brief...World News Review: Australia Now a "Prime Target"

Australia is a key target in a new wave of attacks being planned by al Qaeda.
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In Brief...World News Review: Affairs Becoming More Commonplace

The apostle Paul wrote, "Awake to righteousness, and do not sin."
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In Brief...World News Review: Famine Stalks Africa

The black horse of Revelation already riding in Africa.
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In Brief...World News Review: Iran's Latest Long-Range Missiles

Iran, a Mideast state that is clearly a part of the "axis of evil."