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January—February 2009

In the days of biblical Israel, advisers counseled the king on how to lead the nation based on the Word of God. Samuel guided Saul. Nathan counseled David. Isaiah revealed God's will to Hezekiah. These men of God represented the word of God to the king. What might a servant of God say today if he entered the Oval Office with an analysis of the world and America for the president?

What Will the Next President Face?

In the days of biblical Israel, advisers counseled the king on how to lead the nation based on the Word of God. Samuel guided Saul. Nathan counseled David. Isaiah revealed God's will to Hezekiah. These men of God represented the word of God to the king. What might a servant of God say today if he entered the Oval Office with an analysis of the world and America for the president?

Lessons From Daniel

As I write, President-elect Barack Obama, soon to be the most powerful man on earth, is in the process of naming his staff of advisers.

Is Iran the New Mideast Superpower?

The Middle East is at the center of Bible prophecy. Iran looks set to become the new regional superpower as the United States and its allies withdraw from or sharply reduce their presence in the region. What are the consequences—especially for the Jewish nation of Israel?

Will Global Economic Turmoil Precede Jesus Christ's Return?

What possible connection could the global marketplace have with Jesus Christ's return? Do you understand the Bible's prophetic links?

Dining and Drugs: The Surprising Correlation

The National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse at Columbia University has documented the importance of family dinners and their correlation with lessened drug and alcohol abuse.

The Fruit of the Spirit - Kindness: From the Heart to the Helping Hand

God's nature is that of incredible loving-kindness toward all people. And He will kindly help His followers cultivate the much-needed fruit of godly kindness.

Secular Humanism: Between the Ideal and the Lie

Recent U.S. elections showed a nation strongly and sometimes bitterly divided over many issues, not least the basic direction of the country. What’s behind the battle? The seeds were sown long ago.

World News and Trends: What's the state of the world as we enter 2009?

As we begin 2009, we look to see if the world as a whole improved since last year.

World News and Trends: The United States faces daunting challenges

Will 2009 bring the beginning signs to America's downfall as a world superpower?

World News and Trends: Brazil emerging in South America

Will 2009 bring opportunity for Brazil to emerge as a world leader?

World News and Trends: Australia faces a changing region

For years Australia has been the monitoring nation to the South Pacific region. Will they now face nuclear threats in 2009?

World News and Trends: China's rapid military expansion

Expectations are set for China's military to grow beyond that of it's western rivals.

Change Is Coming: Five Ways Jesus Christ Will Change Government Forever

Politicians try to win votes with promises of change. Yet all too often nothing really changes or we end up with even bigger problems. However, that doesn't mean great change isn't coming. Your Bible reveals how monumental government change will come about!

World News and Trends: Pakistan and Afghanistan: countries in crisis

It seems as if all attempts to calm the chaos in Pakistan and Afghanistan are hopeless. What will 2009 bring?

World News and Trends: Russia's muscle-flexing

Russia's continual efforts to build alliances and military power and strength indicate they desire to be more powerful.

World News and Trends: Troubles in the Congo

The Congo wants political recognition, but how far are they willing to go to gain power?

World News and Trends: The Iranian dilemma

Iran wishes to destroy Israel. Will 2009 bring hope or doom for this country?

World News and Trends: Israel's bleak future under new leadership

Will new plans by President Barack Obama mean an uncertain future for Israel?

World News and Trends: Berlin and Washington: a shifting relationship

Does the shifting of political alliances across Europe reflect the prophecy in the Bible?

World News and Trends: Britain and aberrant family lifestyles

Who really is to blame for the increase in child abuse cases?

World News and Trends: Summing up the troubled world scene

As we begin 2009 we must ask, 'what is behind the overall moral decline in the world?'

Questions and Answers

The Good News answers questions from our readers.

Creating Winning Habits

It's possible to reengineer the surface of your brain to be more successful in shooting baskets—and much more!

Dinner Time: The Perfect Time to Rebuild Family Togetherness

Competing pressures and priorities may be making dinners together a thing of the past for many families. If this is happening to you, perhaps you need to think about what you're really missing!

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