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July—August 2003

God's unerring prophecies of the kingdoms and empires of Babylon, Persia, Greece and Rome all came to pass in minute detail. If the Creator's prophecies came true in centuries past, can you—and should you—believe in Bible prophecy today?

Can You Believe Bible Prophecy?

God's unerring prophecies of the kingdoms and empires of Babylon, Persia, Greece and Rome all came to pass in minute detail. If the Creator's prophecies came true in centuries past, can you—and should you—believe in Bible prophecy today?

Does Bible Prophecy Matter?

An editorial note from Scott Ashley

A Ruler's Actions Foretold More Than a Century Before They Happened

Not only did God foretell Israel's captivity, He foretold the very name of the ruler who released them from that captivity.

The Bible Was Right After All

Bible critics and skeptics abound, but there are inspiring cases of some who have changed their minds. What kind of evidence brought about their surprising turnarounds?

America and Britain's Global Reach Prophesied in the Bible

The United States and Britain combined to defeat European tyranny in two world wars, then Iraqi tyranny twice in the last 12 years. Why has it fallen to them to police the world?

Teen Sex: The Silent Epidemic That's Killing Our Kids

Sweeping the world, this silent epidemic is largely ignored by most Western governments—except for misguided programs that often make this devastating problem even worse. Most parents have little idea how bad this epidemic is, much less how to fight it—yet solid biblical solutions exist.

How Mass Media Sells Sex

The idea of sexual freedom is kept alive and well by what Dr. Meg Meeker considers a major cause of the current epidemic of teen sex—mass media and the sexually charged world our kids see.

Making Sense of a Fragmenting World

Terrorist alerts...the "axis of evil"...shifting geopolitical alliances. How can we make sense of it all?

Was Noah's Flood Universal?

Was the Flood of Genesis universal, covering all the earth? Or was it merely a regional inundation engulfing only a small area ? This question has troubled many readers of the Genesis story. How can we discover the truth?

Evidence of a Worldwide Flood

For much of the 20th century the majority of the scientific community has denied the possibility of a universal flood. Yet more evidence is accumulating that there indeed was a worldwide flood several thousand years ago.

Was There Enough Water?

Some critics of a universal flood have claimed that sufficient water simply wasn't available to cover the mountains as the Bible describes.

Noah's Ark: Was It Possible?

Atheists, agnostics, unbelievers and liberal scholars have all scoffed at the biblical account of Noah's ark and the Flood. But their criticisms rest on some mistaken assumptions.

Understanding Biblical 'Kinds'

What does the Bible mean when it says Noah was to collect animals of all different 'kinds?'

God Values Everyone Do We

Helping my wife in her work with the disabled has taught both of us many lessons.

World News and Trends: Teenage sex linked with serious depression

A survey sponsored by the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development along with 17 other U.S. federal agencies has revealed a startling link between teenage sexual activity and depression and suicide.

Just for Youth... Virginity: Is It Worth It?

Many people mistakenly think everyone is having sex before marriage, but the facts show otherwise—with good cause.

World News and Trends: Church controversy over same-sex relationships

The Anglican Church is experiencing its most serious crisis since the controversy over ordaining women into the priesthood.

World News and Trends: Keep your eyes on Berlin

French acquiescence may soon enable Germany to have greater voting power in the European Union (EU).

World News and Trends: Distrust of United States increases around globe

In the wake of the Iraq war anti-American feelings have grown stronger in the Muslim world, according to an extensive new survey conducted in April and May of 20 countries and the areas governed by the Palestinian Authority.

World News and Trends: The disparity of two different worlds

The recent G8 Conference in Evian, France, reminded us of the shocking disparity extant in our world, particularly when comparing most Western countries with the continent of Africa.

World News and Trends: Is France dying?

Strange as it may sound, France may be dying.

World News and Trends: Resounding Polish vote for EU membership

Poland has opted to enter the European Union in a national referendum that ended in an 82 percent "yes" vote.

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