Thanksgiving or Self-Indulgence? (November 1996)

November 1996
Volume 5, Number 10

Thanksgiving is a favorite holiday for millions of Americans. It is a day of huge meals, parades, and televised football games. But there is more to this holiday than having a good time! Originally, Thanksgiving was a national day of thanks to God for His providence and deliverence. Is God still a central figure in our Thanksgiving Day celebrations?  (Corel Photo)

'Personal' from John W. Ritenbaugh
Thanksgiving or Self-Indulgence?

Each year, Thanksgiving Day falls between Halloween and Christmas, and some Christians contend that the three holidays are equally off-limits to church members. Is this true? Are all of this world's holidays forbidden to God's people? John Ritenbaugh shows the proper balance Christians should seek when determining whether to observe a holiday not found within the pages of Scripture.

Prophecy Watch
Are These the Last Days? (Part 1)
by Richard T. Ritenbaugh

Are we really so certain these are the last days? How can we know for sure? What does the Bible give as evidence that the last days are here?

The Formula for Overcoming
by David F. Maas

When setting out to achieve a goal - especially significant and overarching ones - most of us fall prey to a common problem: We find ourselves intimidated and perhaps depressed by its seeming impossibility to reach. But there is an easy, proven formula for accomplishing even the loftiest goals, like overcoming sin and growing in God's character. Dr. David Maas provides a surefire method we can use to achieve even the most difficult of life's tasks.

WorldWatch
WorldWatch
by Staff

News, current events and trends through the prism of biblical prophecy for October-November 1996.

Bible Study
Thankfulness
by Martin G. Collins

The apostle Paul predicted the end-time generation to be unthankful. As Christians, we need to buck this trend and show our appreciation to God and fellow man.