WorldWatch
'World Watch' by Staff
News, events and trends from a biblical perspective for June 1996.
Have the Ten Commandments Passed Away?
'Ready Answer' by Earl L. Henn
Many Protestant denominations teach that God's law is done away. Earl Henn proves that II Corinthians 3:7 does not support this.
Holy Days: Trumpets
Bible Study by Staff
The Feast of Trumpets sounds a dire warning of war on the one hand and triumph for God and His saints on the other. Our goal now is to be prepared for that day when Christ returns!
The Cross: Christian Banner or Pagan Relic?
Article by Earl L. Henn
Is it alright to wear a crucifix? Earl Henn reveals the origins of the cross and shows why it is NOT a Christian symbol!
Should We Obey the Laws of Our Government?
Article by John O. Reid
A great many Americans feel that they do not have to submit to the government. John Reid brings the Bible's viewpoint into this discusssion.
The Woman Atop the Beast (Part 1)
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. Ritenbaugh
Revelation 17 depicts a fallen woman astride a beast, drunk with the blood of God's saints. Whom does this image represent? "Christian" history makes the answer plain!
WorldWatch
'World Watch' by Staff
News, events and trends in light of Bible prophecy for May 1996.
Common Tithing Questions
'Ready Answer' by Staff
The doctrine of tithing often raises specific questions regarding how many there are, who they go to and whether they are strictly on agriculture. This article gives the answers.
Holy Days: Pentecost
Bible Study by Earl L. Henn
The late spring Feast of Pentecost shows the harvest of firstfruits, God's church. It is a continual reminder of our part in God's plan!
Verse in Due Season
Article by Richard T. Ritenbaugh
Germany Flexes Its Muscles
'Prophecy Watch' by Earl L. Henn
Germany, predominantly pacifist since WWII, is beginning to show its strength, not only in economic area but also in political and military ones. Earl Henn shows that this is prophesied to continue.
Holy Days: Unleavened Bread
Bible Study by Staff
The Feast of Unleavened Bread immediately follows the Passover. In it we see how hard it is to overcome and rid our lives of sin.
January 1996: What Happened?
'Prophecy Watch' by Staff
January has been a significant month in church history. This article ponders whether anything significant occurred in January 1996, ten years after Herbert Armstrong's death.
Sin Is Spiritual!
'Ready Answer' by Richard T. Ritenbaugh
Many people divide sin into physical and spiritual sins, but the Bible clearly says that all sin is lawlessness! Richard Ritenbaugh explains I John 3:4 in its first-century, Gnostic context.
Holy Days: Passover
Bible Study by Earl L. Henn
Though not a holy day, per se, Passover may be the most important festival ordained by God. Not only does it memorialize Christ's death, it also symbolizes our redemption and forgiveness, allowing us to have eternal life!
Prophecy in Song
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. Ritenbaugh
Can a book like the Song of Songs contain prophecy that is applicable to today? Richard Ritenbaugh shows that, far from being just a book about married love, the Song of Songs relates to the present condition of the church.
During a Famine, What Is the Work?
Article by John O. Reid
God's church faces a time of severe trial, a famine of the Word. What should Christians be doing during such a time? John Reid uses the example of the first-century church to provide an answer.
Saved By Faith Alone?
'Ready Answer' by Earl L. Henn
Protestantism is based on Luther's insistence that Christians are saved by faith alone. But is the really true? Earl Henn explains that the Bible says this of justification, not salvation.
Holy Days: God's Plan in the Holy Days
Bible Study by Staff
Leviticus 23 not only reveals God's holy days—it also provides, in symbol form, a detailed schematic of God's plan!
Genesis 1: Fact or Fiction?
Article by Earl L. Henn
Many discount the idea that Genesis 1 represents a literal account of Creation, and they rally scientific support for their claims. Earl Henn, a chemist, shows how accurate the biblical account really is.