Is France Ditching the EU?
'WorldWatch' Article; Posted 12/1/2006
The EU has reached a tipping point, where a Franco-German veto could be overridden by the other nations. Will this turn of events sour France on the EU?
Whatever Happened to Gnosticism? Part Two: Defining Gnosticism
Article; Posted 12/1/2006
We can glimpse Gnosticism in Paul's epistles to the Galatians and Colossians, in which he combats Gnosticism's twisting of the truth of Jesus Christ.
Preparing to be a Faithful Witness
Sermonette; Given 11/25/2006
God does not measure the success of His witnesses by how many people they save. Noah faithfully witnessed but convinced no one outside his family.
What Is a False Prophet?
'Prophecy Watch' Article; Posted 11/17/2006
False prophets—including the great False Prophet of Revelation—claim to speak for God, yet reveal themselves in predictable ways. Here is what to look for.
The Axis of Evil and the Western Coalition
'WorldWatch' Article; Posted 11/1/2006
God warned ancient Israel against putting their trust in alliances with other peoples. If only the modern nations of Israel would heed His counsel!
God's Measure of Success
Sermonette; Given 10/21/2006
Numbers do not always measure success for an organization or a person. God commends Noah, not for how many people he turned, but for his faithfulness.
Following the Cloud
Sermonette; Given 10/13/2006
The work of God has not always been done the same way through the years. We must follow the cloud wherever it takes us.
The Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire: Aftermath or Interlude?
'WorldWatch' Article; Posted 9/11/2006
The latest round of fighting between Muslims and the State of Israel has been halted by an uneasy ceasefire agreement. What are the motives of each side?
The Faith of Joseph
Sermonette; Given 9/2/2006
Joseph exemplified many truly admirable qualities. But the incident that God marks out as the pinnacle of his faith happened at the very end of his life.
Whence Comes Leadership?
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 8/18/2006
Are we living in such a manner that will incline God to bless us with good leadership rather than curse us with leadership that will lead us astray?
Where Is Your Trust?
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 8/11/2006
In times of trouble, where is our trust? The Kingdom of God is what we should be seeking—not a self-satisfied avoidance of suffering.
The Fractured Middle East
'WorldWatch' Article; Posted 8/8/2006
Westerners tend to put all Muslims in a box as a unified front. The reality, though, is that Islam is as fractured and sectarian as any other religion.
The Wars of Israel and Judah
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 8/4/2006
Where God's people are concerned, military might is far less of a factor in the outcome of a war than morality. Do we still have God's favor?
What is a False Prophet?
Sermonette; Given 7/22/2006
The fruits of a false prophet show his true self. If the words of the prophet are counter to scripture or he turns people from God, he is a false prophet.
Global Financial Instability
'WorldWatch' Article; Posted 6/30/2006
Predicting economic activity is about as tricky as forecasting the weather. Even so, the stage is set for economic instability around the world.
The Meaning of 'Today'
Sermonette; Given 6/24/2006
The idiomatic term, "This day," or "Today," does not mean a 24 period, but is an intensifier of solemnity. Jesus Himself did not go to paradise that very day.
The Beginning of Heresies
Sermonette; Given 6/3/2006
Satan's pattern of deception can be seen from the very first temptation. He has been recycling three basic patterns of heresy from the Garden of Eden.
Dan Brown's Thirty Pieces of Silver
C.G.G. Weekly; Posted 5/26/2006
The Word of God requires more than most people are willing to give up. It is easier to find a new way of looking at things than to submit to truth.
Illegal Immigration and the American Crisis
'WorldWatch' Article; Posted 5/26/2006
Immigration trends in American history are cyclical, and in fact, can be a good indicator of how close the next crisis is.
Whatever Happened To Gnosticism?
Sermonette; Given 5/6/2006
Gnosticism is alive and well and just as much a threat to faith and overcoming as it was in the first century. We need to counter Gnosticism with the truth.