Forerunner: Preparing Christians for the Kingdom of God



Sudden Destruction (June 1995)

June 1995
Volume 4, Number 6


'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh
After Pentecost, Then What?

For many decades, the church of God has understood that the annual holy days typify the steps in God's plan of salvation. But what happens between Pentecost and Trumpets, during the long summer months? John Ritenbaugh uses the elements of Israel's trek through the wilderness to expound on the subject of sanctification.

Ready Answer
Was God's Law Nailed to the Cross?

by Earl L. Henn

Many point to Colossians 2:14 to "prove" that it is no longer necessary to keep God's law, but is this really what the apostle Paul means? Was the law nailed to Christ's cross? What is the "handwriting of requirements" he writes of? Using the immediate context and supporting scriptures, Earl Henn untangles the apostle's intent in this verse.

Prophecy Watch
Peace and Safety?

by Earl L. Henn

With the end of the Cold War, are we entering a time of peace? Hardly, says Earl Henn. Human nature remains the same, so war is never far off!

The Whirlpool of War
by John O. Reid

John Reid, a veteran of the Korean war, knows the horrors of war. We are in a spiritual war right now, and it will only become hotter as we near the end!

Bible Study
Basic Doctrines:
The Reward of the Saved

by Earl L. Henn

Before going on a trip, it is a good idea to have a destination in mind, and so it is with Christianity. Just where do true Christians go after they die? What is their reward? Where is their reward?