Is humanity moving toward democracy or toward dictatorship—toward freedom or toward tyranny? Those who today prosper under democratic government can be thankful, but is democracy the real answer? Or, is there a better way?

In this year of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and the Olympic Games, the flag of the United Kingdom has been in evidence everywhere. There is nothing more potent and iconic as a symbol of the Union than the Union Jack, as it is called.

Teenagers’ lives can be filled to the brim with activities—school, athletics, relationships, part-time jobs, church attendance, family obligations and personal hobbies. With increased independence and opportunities for extracurricular pursuits, the teen years can be exciting but very busy. However, it is during these years that we set the foundation for many patterns of health that will affect us as adults.

Is God refining your character through tests and trials?

Ancient history recorded in your Bible contains vital information about the prophesied decline of the United States and British-descended nations. Are you prepared?