Japan: Sunrise or Sunset? (May 2001)

May 2001
Volume 10, Number 4

Japan is called "the Land of the Rising Sun," but economically and politically its sun seems to be setting. What will happen to Japan in the near future? Will its sun rise again?  (PhotoDisc)

'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh
Eating:
How Good It Is! (Part Three)

We are what we eat. The same can apply spiritually to what we put into our minds. John Ritenbaugh shows that God wants us to desire His Word with the eagerness of a baby craving milk.

Ready Answer
Are You Sharp-Tongued? (Part One)
by Staff

The tongue is maybe the most untamed "beast" on earth! James says we all offend in word. But James 3 is filled with wisdom regarding how we can overcome the beast.

Prophecy Watch
Japan:
Rising or Setting Sun?
by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Japan, among the top three economies of the world, has been in deep recession for nearly a decade. Can she recover? What is in store for her in the end time?

Joseph of Arimathea
by Mike Ford

Joseph of Arimathea has always been a shadowy figure among the well-known personages of the Bible. Mike Ford helps to dispel the shadows with this sketch of this disciple's life.

WorldWatch
WorldWatch
by David C. Grabbe

News, events, and trends in light of biblical prophecy for May 2001.

Bible Study
Overcoming (Part 9):
Self-Exaltation
by Martin G. Collins

Self-exaltation was one of the sins that got Satan in trouble—and we certainly do not want to follow his lead! Conversely, we are to humble ourselves so God can exalt us in due time.