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Beyond Today Magazine

July—August 2024

The world is on precipice of major geopolitical changes. The United States is suffering severe decline and is increasingly being challenged globally. Lawlessness is rising in countries worldwide, with increasing hostility to those following biblical principles. This widespread lawlessness is seen as a biblical sign of the end times. While many hope for political solutions and restored national power, such hopes are likely to be disappointed, and conditions will worsen. However, there is no need for despair! Ultimate hope lies in the future that Jesus Christ will bring.

On the Edge of Great Change: Where to Turn?

Is it too late for America? Has it grown too polarized to ever unite again? Has its downward spiral into depravity so corrupted the populace that it cannot return to the basic principles of family and morality underpinning every successful nation?

The Global Impact of the U.S. Election

Nations don’t die all at once. Various factors contribute over time—cultural shifts, economic challenges, political instability, external pressures. We are witnessing the decline of a great pow-er, America, long blessed by God as an exceptional nation and model for others. People around the world are watching this year’s election. They know it will impact their future.

“Lawlessness Will Abound”: Holding Fast as the Moral Fabric Unravels

The Bible warned that the last days would be marked by an increasing disregard for law and morality. A look at our society at all levels, including those who claim to be Christian, fits that description all too well. What must you do as it all falls apart?

Persecuted for Righteousness

The legacy of the people of God’s Church in facing religious persecution has been one of deep faith and spiritual endurance. But what if the time comes when you are confronted with that? How will you react?

Current Events & Trends: July/August 2024

An overview of events and conditions around the world featured in the July/August 2024 issue of Beyond Today.

The Last Best Hope of Earth

As the United States celebrates its national birthday and gears up for a rancorous political election season, many lament how far the nation has fallen from its early aspirations and fear its soon-coming demise—of losing what Abraham Lincoln called “the last best hope of earth.” But America was never that. The true last best hope is yet ahead.

How To Confront and Defeat Fear and Anxiety

With God’s great help we can perform rationally and calmly in anxious situations and win every battle against fear and anxiety.

Scientific Discoveries Support Biblical Perspective

Scientifc insights that support a biblical perspective.

Eight Core Biblical Values to Teach Your Children

Parents are to help their kids stay the right course through an aimless and corrupt world. Here are some key areas to focus on.

Follow Me: Becoming Clothed With Humility

There is a great spiritual gulf between the devil’s corrupt way of pride and Jesus Christ’s example of humbling Himself. How do we follow the path Jesus set for us?

Can One Be a Christian and Still Suffer Depression?

No Christian is immune from depression. Is there anything we can do when anxiety, worry or depression threaten to engulf us?

Letters From Our Readers: July/August 2024

Readers of Beyond Today magazine share their thoughts in the July/August 2024 issue.

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