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TABLE OF CONTENTS
November/December 1997
Vol. 2, Num. 6
Reading the Book
A Good News Editorial
Cover Story
Modern Christianity's Forgotten
Roots
What is the source of many of the fundamental doctrines of traditional
Christianity? Most people assume those teachings and practices come from
the Bible. But did they? The New Testament reveals a church with practices
very different from those of churches today. Read what historians have
discovered about the long-forgotten roots of Christianity.
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The True Origins of Christmas
Warnings of Change in
the Church
Teachings and Practices
of the Early Church
Feature Articles
Rediscovering Christianity: Scholars
Have Second Thoughts
In recent years a number of biblical scholars and theologians have begun
to reevaluate the basic assumptions underlying their churches' doctrines.
What are they discovering about the Bible, and what does it mean?
-Sidebar-
Jesus Christ Enhances
the Law
Scholar's Take Up Paul's
Cause
Back to (All) the Bible
Australia: A Nation Changes Direction
Since its beginning, Australia has been a bulwark and defender of the British
Empire. But, as the 20th century draws to a close, Australia—on the other
side of the world from Britain-shifts its attention toward its Asian neighbors.
Thanksgiving: A Timeless Lesson
As Americans celebrate another Thanksgiving, have they forgotten many
of the fundamental lessons of the day? All people everywhere can learn
much from the history of this celebration-and what the Bible says about
thankfulness.
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Humility and Thankfulness
Go Hand in Hand
Today's Toys: Child's Play or Something
Else?
What are our children learning from the popular toys sold today? What
values do they express? What behavior do they encourage? The time may
be long overdue for parents to take a long look at their children's toys.
When Was the New Testament Written?
Carsten Peter Thiede, author of a controversial book about the writing of
the New Testament, explains why the best evidence points to the Gospels
being written in the first century by eyewitnesses to the life of Jesus Christ.
Expanded Edition
The Sabbath in Acts: Luke's Record
of Paul's Understanding
The book of Acts offers an added dimension to Paul's teaching.
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Locations Mentioned in Acts
What Is Godly Rulership?
The Bible has much to say about principles of godly leadership.
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The Quest for Control
A Model for Human Relationships
The Kingdom of God: The Heart of Christ's
Message
What did Christ teach about the Kingdom of God?
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Confusion About the Kingdom of
God
What Is Your Children's Future?
Parents have a major role in determining their children's future.
Dorcas, A Faithful Disciple
What can we learn from the example of this early Christian?
A God Concerned With Man's Heart
The Scriptures make clear God's concern with our thoughts.
Regular Features
World News and Trends
An Overview of Conditions Around the World
Profiles of Faith
Joseph: Faithfulness Brings Blessing
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Is Life Fair?
Just for Youth...
Get to Know Your Grandparents
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