Ever since the Acts of Union in 1707 brought the kingdoms of Scotland and England together as Great Britain, Scotland has borne a somewhat strained relationship with her more powerful neighbour to the south. In 2007, when the Scottish National...
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Ever since the Acts of Union in 1707 brought the kingdoms of Scotland and England together as Great Britain, Scotland has borne a somewhat strained relationship with her more powerful neighbour to the south. In 2007, when the Scottish National...
“There is a cause for every effect” is a simple axiom, yet how many truly consider it, much less understand it? How many realize that personally applying such practical wisdom can transform their lives?
I was about 20 years old when this...
How have abortion, the war on traditional family values, and the rise of questionable moral behavior contributed to the shrinking population growth in Western countries—and beyond?
Most of us think of sponges as everyday household items. Their softness and absorbency make them versatile tools for cleaning our bodies, floors, and dishes, and for applying paint to our walls. Although the sponges we use today are likely to be...
Question: How do colorful eggs and bunny rabbits relate to Christ’s death and resurrection?
Answer: Anyone familiar with biology can quickly recognize that rabbits do not lay eggs. What do those symbols...
I just received from you yesterday the booklets The Bible: Fact or Fiction, Marijuana: What They Aren’t Telling You, and Evolution and Creation: What Both Sides Miss. And I needed to tell you how surprised I was at your...
Jesus Christ will return! And while many claim that we cannot know when He will arrive, the Bible gives us clear signs that will tell us the time is near.
The world is in love with cannabis, claiming that the plant and its popular oils can cure virtually anything that ails you. But, do the facts back up the claims?
World War II saw one of the greatest naval victories in history. When historians and Hollywood filmmakers tell the tale of Midway, what important truth do they ignore?
The Bible shows the difference between unjustified judgment and true discernment.
Do you sometimes feel that you have no one to talk to? Do you ever find yourself wearing a smile to mask inward pain—craving to talk, but finding no one there to listen? If so, you are not alone. In an age abounding with technological connections...
“God save the Queen” is an instantly recognisable phrase of patriotic sentiment in the British Commonwealth. It expresses hope for the monarch’s long reign and respect for her preeminent place in national life; indeed, it is found on all formal...
“The Lord’s Prayer” is familiar to many, but how many who repeat it understand what they are actually praying? The prayer may be found in two different New Testament passages. Both accounts need to be compared if we seek a proper understanding of...
In the year 1666, the Great Fire of London destroyed more than 13,000 properties covering an area of 436 acres. The narrow pathways and streets that snaked through the city made it easy for the fire to spread quickly among buildings that were...
It was declared in headlines around the globe, but what does it even mean? And what impact could this achievement have in our lives today, and in the years to come?
Question: I was baptized years ago, so at first, when your magazine and your telecast talked about the need for baptism, I assumed it did not apply to me. Now, after reading your literature, I am beginning to wonder whether I was...
Ancient nature religions, long thought dead by many, are reemerging across Western nations. Why is this happening? And what does it portend?
Christmas is one of the most popular holidays in the world, yet few are familiar with its history—and fewer still with God’s thoughts on the matter.
History is littered with the broken and dusty remains of once-great empires that no longer exist. Can today’s nations learn the lessons their predecessors ignored?
Do we read what the Bible says, or what we think it says?
People misread things all the time. Instructions say, “Do this,” but people read, “Do that,” because they are distracted, they have their mind on...
The invention of the World Wide Web changed the world. But this staple of modern life has taken a dark turn, and its inventor hopes to save it.
During His ministry on earth, Jesus Christ emphasized the need to watch the times in which we live and to pray we would be ready for His return: “And what I say to you, I say to all: Watch!” (Mark 13:37). On these pages, we plan to keep you...
There are two of our resources that you have not likely come across. Frankly, I do not think we have advertised them to the public or mentioned them in our magazine in years. Do you know what they are?
Wouldn’t it be great if you could demonstrate to the world what an amazing person you are just by posting where you eat—or don’t eat—on social media?
Given the current state of polarization in our society, it should come as no surprise...
The run-of-the-mill leafhopper may not seem like a marvel of engineering, but a closer look reveals many surprises!
Question: In Isaiah 26:14, the prophet Isaiah seems to indicate that the dead will not be resurrected. However, we know that Jesus Christ taught the hope of the resurrection. To what, then, was Isaiah referring?
I just finished reading the booklet entitled The Beast of Revelation: Myth, Metaphor or Soon-Coming Reality? This booklet is truly incredible! A...
Europe is increasingly building its own war-making capacity. What factors are causing this change, and how will this trend impact the world?
A disturbing new effort is underway to warp the minds of children so that they reject fundamental notions of true and false, right and wrong. Events like “Drag Queen Story Time” are telling a truly disturbing story to kids today, and it won’t...
Studies consistently show that our world is becoming more stressful. The Bible provides principles that can help us not only cope with stress but grow from it!
A century ago, the Treaty of Versailles ended World War I. While historians debate the treaty’s legacy, what is the true significance of the outcome?
Violence is the norm, not the exception.
Wars and rumors of wars. One cannot peruse the history of man without reading about endless conflicts, tribal massacres, and nations at war. Century after century, nations and...
A comment on Twitter recently caught my eye: “Sure, kids cost roughly $14,000 annually, but think about all the money you save from no longer having a social life.” It was tongue-in-cheek, but correct—kids are expensive!
A 2017 U....
Have you heard about 5G? If you have, do you understand what it involves and what it might mean for you and your family? If you use a smartphone—and even if you do not—you should be concerned, because it’s quite likely 5G will be coming to where...
A dear friend, now deceased, once told me that a few of his northern buddies gave him a hard time about his North Carolinian accent. “I don’t understand,” he said with his country wisdom. “Everyone has to come from some place.”
How right...
Throughout this series of “Turning Points” articles, we have explored a major missing dimension in our modern view of the world and our understanding of history. While many today doubt that God exists, we have repeatedly shown...
Many take issue with the presence of biblical principles in public matters. Yet the Bible has long been a fundamental part of our legal systems.
Question: Is it ever acceptable to seek information from “clairvoyants” such as psychics, mediums, or fortune-tellers? Many people seem to receive great help and comfort from such...
Thank you so much for this article [“Why Observe Easter?,” March-April 2019] and the “Easter” booklet. I’ve been trying to explain to family/friends why we should stop following man-made traditions. Your work and these articles are so beneficial...
Fifty years ago, men first stepped on the moon. It was a remarkable achievement, but what comes next? What is the next “giant leap” for mankind?
Society is changing, and taking a stand against what you know is wrong requires a special courage. Are you ready to put everything on the line?
An ancient source of wisdom, supported by findings in science and medicine, says we need to change our habits and rethink what we consider to be “food.”
What used to be considered shameful language has become commonplace. But what does profanity really communicate to those who hear it?
Is honesty the best policy?
Today, truth seems elusive as opposing political parties trade strident accusations of “Lies! All lies!” Popular media outlets proclaim “Breaking News!” with each raucous new charge and...
Most parents desire to leave a legacy to their children. They care about their children’s future. They hope their children will be successful and happy, and most parents work very hard to make that hope a reality. Some make heroic sacrifices to...
The British Museum in London has recently ended a marvelous exhibition. But why did it conspicuously ignore one of its greatest resources?
It’s popular to say that if you put a frog in a pan of water and slowly turn up the heat, you can boil him before he knows to jump out of the pan. Not having tried this myself, I cannot confirm the truth of this common claim, but I suspect it is...