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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.
Lost Perspective
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughIn many ways, we have lost our perspective since those moments of clarity in the weeks following September 11, 2001.
A Little Hypocritical?
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughAs Christians who have some idea of the course of the end time, we need to keep our eyes on the larger matters—what the nations do, not what they say.
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?
The Burning Middle East: Revolution or Power-Grab?
'WorldWatch' by David C. GrabbeWhile the geopolitics of North Africa and the Middle East have not substantially changed, Iran may benefit the most from the ongoing turmoil.
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.
The Paradox of U.S. Power and Defeat
'WorldWatch' by David C. GrabbeSince World War II, the U.S. has rarely fought a successful military action, be it Korea, Cuba, Vietnam, Iran, or Iraq, yet it stands as a lone superpower.
The Axis of Evil and the Western Coalition
'WorldWatch' by David C. GrabbeGod warned ancient Israel against putting their trust in alliances with other peoples. If only the modern nations of Israel would heed His counsel!
Anti-Americanism Abroad
'Prophecy Watch' by Richard T. RitenbaughGod prophesies that Israel will be conquered in the end time. Could anti-American sentiment, especially in Europe, be the beginning of the end?
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.
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.
The Haditha Non-Story
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughNow that sober investigations have been done and pre-trial hearings have taken place, it seems that the media was once again horribly wrong.
The Handwriting Is on the Wall (2002)
Feast of Tabernacles Sermon by John W. RitenbaughThe prophecy of Deuteronomy 28:42-49 concerns the curse of the stranger rising higher and higher above us, displacing our Israelitish culture with foreign one.
The Price of Arrogance
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughNo matter whether it is good policy or not, a close-to-the-vest style of governance infuriates friend and foe alike because it comes across as arrogant.
The Present and Future Crisis (Part One)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughWe need to exercise diligence, acquiring economic stability by submitting to God's counsel, sacrificing now before forces usurp our economic substance.
Deception by Silence
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughThose who are obeying Christ's command to 'watch therefore, and pray always' should not be so naïve as to trust any one source for news of the world.
Abraham (Part One)
Sermon/Bible Study by John W. RitenbaughAbraham came from a civilization in Mesopotamia that was highly advanced in science, including calculus and chemistry, and having indoor running water.