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January-February 2003

Feature Story

Many who consider themselves "born again" have never really understood what the Bible teaches about this important subject. Is "born again" an event, a process, or something far more profound than most professing Christians can even imagine?


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Television, movies and the Internet are having an effect on mankind that would have been unimaginable even a century ago. The media—print and electronic—shape our lives and our minds in ways that most fail to realize, and with sobering effects!...


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After a Christian accepts God's grace, does God require anything more? God tells us to repent and be baptized, but is this "salvation by works"? Is "obedience" at odds with "grace"? What does the Bible really teach about obedience to Jesus Christ...


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Astronomers and philosophers have long wondered about the origin of the universe. Yet Scripture has contained plain and simple answers for millennia. Amazingly, science is just now beginning to catch up with Scripture!


Personal

The powerful emotions generated by September 11, 2001, are still affecting millions of Americans. One common question still asked is: "Where was God on September 11?"


Prophecy Comes Alive

The Truth really is more remarkable than fiction— especially the powerful truth of Bible prophecy! In recent decades stunning events have appeared in the news that prove the Scriptures are not fables composed by men, but are inspired revelations...


Questions and Answers

Question: Is it proper for Christians to exchange cards on Valentine’s Day, February 14? I have been told that it is a Christian holiday, named after a saint.

Answer: Most people take for granted the...


November-December 2002

Cover Story

When mankind breaks God's spiritual law, terrible consequences follow. The United States is enduring enormous suffering because it is turning away from the God of the Bible. A nation that once received unprecedented blessings from God now faces...


Feature Story

Few understand the amazing religious drama that has played out over centuries in Britain, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Key parts of the story have been lost, forgotten or deliberately obscured. But the coming of true Christianity to Europe's...


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Most "religious" people believe in some form of heaven and hell as reward or punishment for human beings. Does this mean that everyone reared in the "wrong religion" will spend eternity in hell? The Bible gives a surprising—and reassuring—answer...


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Is Jesus Christ alive? If He is, where is He? What is He doing? What are His future plans? Many call themselves Christians, but surprisingly few know the true Jesus of the Bible, the importance of His life, death and resurrection, and His amazing...


Personal

Perhaps we should pause to ask, "Which Jesus?" and also, "What about attending the church of God's choice—the church where the full Truth of the Bible is taught and practiced?"


Prophecy Comes Alive

Surprising as it may seem, the modern ecumenical movement— and its outcome—were prophesied long ago in the pages of your Bible. Those prophecies are coming alive today!


Questions and Answers

Question: In Matthew 12:31-32, Jesus spoke of an unpardonable sin. What is this sin, and why can it not be forgiven?

Answer: The thought of being cut off from God forever is an awful horror. Yet many...


September-October 2002

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Germany is playing a pivotal role in Europe, but many do not realize that it will also play a pivotal role in end-time prophecy. Social and political conditions are pushing a resurgent Germany into an old and familiar role, which will bring dire...


Feature Story

Everyone wants to know what happens after death. Preachers offer many different theories about the fate of unsaved children, and of those who never heard the gospel. But the truth of the matter is in the pages of the Bible—where very few seem to...


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Are witchcraft, astrology and spiritism just harmless hobbies, or are they deceptive sources of information and guidance? Many do not realize that the occult now pervades modern culture, and that Christians must remain on guard against its evil...


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Millions across the United States recite this phrase in their Pledge of Allegiance. Most Western nations share the ideal of living under God's guidance. We know the right words. But how do we measure up to them in practice?


Personal

Churchgoers are growing restless. Thousands are dropping out. Many recent studies and polls of churchgoers show that "churchianity"—as a whole—is not providing answers to life's most important questions. People are not being told the...


Prophecy Comes Alive

Our modern world would be wise to heed the biblical prophets, because their warnings ultimately focus on the end of the age—the times in which we are living. In fact, God's prophetic warnings are still being delivered today!


Questions and Answers

Question: The God of the Old Testament seems harsh, demanding “an eye for an eye” and “a tooth for a tooth.” Is it not true that Jesus came to do away with His Father’s law of cruel bondage?

Answer: Many...


July-August 2002

Cover Story

History shows us that great nations rise and fall. Babylon and Greece have fallen. The Roman Empire has come and gone, and will rise once more. Is it possible that the United States, like so many superpowers of years past, could be turned to...


Feature Story

Millions who think of themselves as Christians have been taking their "conversion" for granted. How can you know if you are truly converted? What did Jesus really teach about true conversion, and what it means in the daily life of a Christian?...


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How should God's people view national holidays? Does God guarantee that His people will always find their national holidays to be times of rejoicing? Scripture, history and prophecy offer us a sobering warning.


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World leaders are realizing that medicines, money, research and legislation cannot by themselves win the battle against disease. As we face global plagues and deadly new diseases, can we find in the Bible a prescription for true health?


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