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Bible Codes

What is the truth about “Bible codes”? How can you know what to believe? Why does it matter?

Three Messiahs?—or One?

Three religions—Christianity, Islam and Judaism—look for a coming Messiah. Yet they differ in their view of who this will be and what he will do upon his return.

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Does Purgatory Exist?

Many believe a place exists for those who are neither condemned nor yet saved. What are the facts regarding this popular idea?

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The Rise of the “Megachurch”

A new phenomenon is taking shape in America—one that is radically redefining the “Christian experience.” What is this trend, and why is it gaining popularity?

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Are Disaster Victims “Greater Sinners”?

The 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami—New Orleans’ 2005 Hurricane Katrina—Myanmar’s 2008 Cyclone Nargis—and now, Haiti’s massive 2010 earthquake. Were these random events, or was each nation targeted because its sins are greater than the rest of the world? A look back reveals the answer.

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We are NOT Jehovah’s Witnesses or Seventh-day Adventists

The teachings of The Restored Church of God are different from traditional Christianity. However, when some of our readers find certain doctrinal similarities with other religious groups, they conclude that we must be related to these organizations. This article will clear up such misunderstandings.

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Poll Reveals Most Believe God Exists

Sixty-four percent of Americans believe they were created by God. Can this be proven? If so, why did God create human beings?

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The Ecumenical Movement

After centuries of separation, some in each of the major branches of traditional Christianity—Protestantism, Orthodoxy and Catholicism—are finding that they must cross denominational lines to find common ground. What will be the ultimate outcome of this trend?

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The Vatican Selects a New Prefect

The new pope handpicked Archbishop William J. Levada to replace him as Prefect of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith. Who is this man—and why did the new pope appoint him to this important office?

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The World Looks to a New Pope

A new pope, even more conservative than the late John Paul II, has been elected to reign over the Roman Catholic Church, with its 1.1 billion members. Who is this new religious leader—and what can the world expect from him?

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Should Christians Be Activists?

Recognizing the problems facing humanity today, many people actively set out to promote change according to their world view. Many activists are secular, but professing Christians are increasingly becoming involved. Should they?

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Where and How Did We Get the Bible?

Some claim that the Bible is not complete without the Apocrypha or other obscure writings. Is there sufficient evidence to prove whether these documents belong in God’s Word? In Part Two of this series, we conclude the amazing story of how God preserved His Word!

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The Coming Reunification of East and West

Many efforts have been made to heal the breach between the Catholic and Eastern Orthodox religions. So far, all have failed. Will there ever be peace and unity between these churches?

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Where and How Did We Get the Bible?

Many facts about the assembly and preservation of the Bible show God’s guiding hand in the entire process. Here is the amazing story of how God preserved His Word!

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Good Works

The Bible has much to say about good works. If asked, most people would say they strive to do them. Yet, few truly understand what good works really are!

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Does the New Testament Teach ALL Ten Commandments?

Did Christ come to do away with or replace the Ten Commandments? Are all Ten Commandments taught and enforced in the New Testament? Did Paul teach them to the Gentiles? What about the book of James?

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Should Christians Submit to Government Authority?

Should you always obey civil authority? Does the Bible ever endorse the breaking of man’s laws? When man’s ordinances are in conflict with God’s laws, which have precedence? Must Christians pay taxes? Do Christians have a duty to reform the governments of men? Many are confused about these issues. Here are the answers!

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What Is Armageddon?

Is it a place? An event? Is it the end of the world as we know it? Who will it involve? Few know what Armageddon means. What does the Bible really say? Now you can understand!

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Papal Succession

At the printing of this publication, reports of the Pope’s ill health abound. The entire world is watching and waiting as they glorify this man. What has he done for the Catholic Church and the world? What will his death mean, and who will be the next Pope? How will this affect you?

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Witches, Wiccans and Pagans: The Growing Danger of Spiritism

Do witchcraft and the occult reveal “ancient wisdom” to life’s big questions? Does the spirit realm exist? Should men communicate with it? Are astrology, Tarot cards, Ouija boards and crystals harmless fun—or is there something more to them? Part II of this two-part series examines these and other important questions!