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Will the World Ever See a Time of Lasting Peace?

Today's headlines are filled with bad news—war, famine, natural disasters, governmental scandals and the like. With all this bad news, what kind of future can we look forward to?

Almost 2,000 years ago, a prophet came bringing a vital message for this world. That prophet was Jesus Christ, and His message was "the gospel of the kingdom of God" (Mark 1:14). The word gospel means good news. But what was the good news Jesus Christ brought? What is the kingdom of which He spoke? And does it have anything to do with the problems that threaten us today?

Most people don't understand the truth about the Kingdom of God. Yet it is the central theme of the Bible—and truly the best news the world can hear!

The Gospel of the KingdomIn The Gospel of the Kingdom you can discover the truth of the surprising message Jesus Christ brought. This booklet shows you, from the pages of your Bible, exactly what that message is—and what it means for you.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

September/October 2005
Vol. 10, Num. 5

Editorial: War & Peace
A Good News editorial

Cover Story

DisUnited Nations: Why Can't Man's Best Efforts Bring Peace?
Winston Churchill, soon after its creation, wondered whether the United Nations would be "a true temple of peace" or "a cockpit in a Tower of Babel." Sixty years after its creation we still wonder whether the United Nations will fulfill its lofty goals.

Feature Articles

UN's Millennium Goals: How Do They Compare to God's?
In 2000 the United Nations established lofty goals to battle such longtime problems as poverty, hunger and disease. While admirable aspirations, how do these goals compare to God's prophetic promises?

Appeasement in the Face of Danger: Deadly Parallels
Following the July 7 terror bombings in London, many evoked memories of the blitz in World War II. Regrettably, that's not the only analogy with the Second World War that is appropriate in the war on terror.

Terrorism in the 21st Century
The Good News interviews Christopher Dobson, longtime journalist, former assistant editor of London's Daily Mail and author of many books on terrorism, on the reasons for today's wave of terrorism.

Passing on Our Faith to Our Children
Teaching our children about God and leading them into a relationship with Him can be intimidating. Nonetheless, all parents have a responsibility to teach their children about God and His Word.

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Are Your Children Called?

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Overcome Obstacles to Instruction

Halloween: Behind the Mask
Every year, on the evening of Oct.31, millions of families celebrate Halloween. What are the origins of this bizarre holiday? For your own good, you need to know what lurks behind the mask of Halloween.

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How Did a Pagan Holiday Become a 'Christian' Celebration?

The Biblical Festivals That Reveal Christ's Role in God's Plan
Jesus Christ celebrated seven festivals every year that most Christians today can't even name, yet they have His imprint all over them. What are these festivals, and what do they reveal about our Savior and King?

Regular Features

World News and Trends
An overview of conditions around the world.

God, Science and the Bible
News from the world of science about God and the Bible.

Letters From Our Readers
Readers of the Good News share their thoughts.

Questions and Answers
Answers to readers' questions


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