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Israel's New Crisis
'WorldWatch' by David C. GrabbeThe 'Arab Spring' has turned some of Israel's recent allies and non-belligerant neighbors in the region into surrounding enemies.
An Israel-Turkey Reconciliation?
'WorldWatch' by Richard T. RitenbaughDespite the on-again, off-again nature of their ties, Israel and Turkey have common interests, and both could use a friend in the region.
Israel at a Crossroads
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughThe State of Israel has come to a point in its history when it must take a hard look at where it wants to go in the next few years.
The Rise of the Caliphate
'WorldWatch' by Richard T. RitenbaughThe Islamic State, formed in 1999 and commonly known as 'al-Qaeda in Iraq,' is a Sunni Muslim jihadist group with a hardline ideology and global aspirations.
Should We Fear Terrorism?
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughWith terrorism taking place every day somewhere in the world, how should we as Christians respond? What is a faithful reaction to terrorism?
Waving the White Flag
Commentary by Joseph B. BaityThe radical Islamic forces, like hungry sharks, are circling America and the West, smelling blood in the water and the scent of fear from a defeated nation.
The Fractured Middle East
'WorldWatch' by David C. GrabbeWesterners 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.
Age of Empires
'WorldWatch' by Richard T. RitenbaughThe United States used to be the world's superpower and policeman. Today, however, new powers are rising to fill the vacuum created by America's retreat.
The Culture War and the Cartoon Ruckus
'WorldWatch' by David C. GrabbeThe initial reaction to the cartoons was mild and non-violent. That it took five months for rage and offense within the Muslim world to be stirred.
The Greatest Threat
'WorldWatch' by David C. GrabbeDespite the instability of its neighbors, Egypt and Syria in particular, Israel's greatest threat is an internal problem: its relationship with God.
All About Edom (Part Two)
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughEsau was prophesied to be the father of a nation, Edom, and the Bible gives us plenty of clues about the character of his descendants.
Rudderless Leadership in U.S. Foreign Affairs
'WorldWatch' by Richard T. RitenbaughWith one look at American activity on the world scene, an observer is struck by the lack of coherence of this administration's foreign policy.
Prudence
Sermonette by Ronny H. GrahamWe should not bring about needless persecution on ourselves or on the body of Christ because of our foolish texting, posting, tweeting, or e-mailing.
The King of the South
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughThe King of the South (Daniel 11:40) might be a confederation of Arabic/Islamic nations continually at war with the people of Israel.
God, the End Times, and Massive Movements of People
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe cult of diversity has created more conflicts, hatred, and crimes than any other idea promoted by secularists, who consider God-fearing people to be deplorable.
The Great Divide
Sermonette by Joseph B. BaityResentment unresolved can make us physically and spiritually sick. It raises havoc with our nervous system as well as jeopardizes our salvation.