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TABLE OF CONTENTS

November/December 1996
Vol. 1, Num. 6

Cover Story

Right Values: Light in an Age of Confusion
The debate over values continues to grow. Are values changing? Are there moral absolutes? Is there a source we should go to to determine right values? One thing is sure: As the 20th century draws to a close, many wonder what happened to the traditional values that brought us through a tumultuous century—and worry about what lies ahead.

Feature Articles

The Erosion of Our Moral Zone
Michael Josephson, founder and president of the Josephson Institute of Ethics and a founder of the Character Counts Coalition, describes the devasting erosion of moral values and its tragic consequences.

What Is True Leadership?
Is a world filled with problems, effective leaders seem to be a thing of the past. We need good leaders more than ever, but where have they gone? And what was it that made them such effective leaders?

England's Growing Isolation
As the nations of mainland Europe strive for increasing political, economical and military unity, England appears to be taking a path to isolation.

Archaeology and Genesis: What Does the Record Show?
Some believe that the Bible is little more than myth. Archaeological finds, however, verify many details of the biblical accounts. We continue our survey of discoveries that illuminate the book of Genesis.

How to Comfort Your Children in Time of Need
A part of growing up is facing difficulties, setbacks and disappointments large and small. What can you do to help your children through those inevitable traumatic times? Here are practical tips you can use.

Expanded Edition

Does God Allow Us to Choose Our Own Religious Holidays?
What does the Bible say about instituting our own days of worship? It's been tried before, with the tragic result recorded as an example.

Why Do We Sin?
Understanding why we sin can help us understand and avoid sin.

Gentleness: The Mark of a Christian
What is gentleness, and how can it be a part of your life?

Are All Spiritual "Shadows" Obsolete?
How God uses physical acts to teach us spiritual lessons.

"This Is the Love of God..."
What does the Bible say about how we show love to God?

Esther: A Woman of Faith and Courage
What can we learn from the remarkable example of Esther?

Faith and the Balance Beam
How I learned a lesson in faith from my granddaughter.

Regular Features

World News and Trends
An Overview of Conditions Around the World

Profiles of Faith
Nehemiah: Portrait of a Leader

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The Trusted Cupbearer
Building Relationships

Understanding God's Word
"Teach Us to Pray"

Just for Youth...
Is Life Only About Fun! Fun! Fun?

 


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