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TABLE OF CONTENTS
November/December 2008
Vol. 13, Num. 6
Editorial: "Know God, Know Peace."
A Good News editorial
Cover Story
10 Things You Should Know About God
"Let not the wise man glory in his wisdom, let not the mighty man
glory in his might, nor let the rich man glory in his riches; but
let him who glories glory in this, that he understands and knows Me,
that I am the Lord, exercising lovingkindness, judgment and righteousness
in the earth. For in these I delight" (Jeremiah 9:23-24)
Christianity: Burden or Blessing to Mankind?
Christianity
has been attacked by those who believe it to be a source of oppression,
ignorance, prejudice and superstition. But the facts tell another story—that
Christianity has been a great blessing to mankind.
Australia's Identity Crisis: A Foretaste of What's to Come?
Australia's new Labor government is committed to greater ties with
Asia, while increased immigration is rapidly changing demographics in
the country. What do these trends mean for Australia's future?
The Growing Economic Crisis: A Biblical Perspective
The recent turmoil in U.S. financial markets has drawn the attention
of the entire world. What's behind the crisis? Where could it lead?
A look at the crisis from a biblical perspective helps us understand.
The Real Nativity Story: Surprising Truths You May Not Know!
The biblical accounts of Jesus Christ's birth present some surprising
differences from popular traditions. Do you know the facts from the
fiction? What's true and false in common beliefs about Christ's birth?
-Sidebar-
How the Christmas Date Was Set
Longsuffering: A Fusion of Patience and Power
The popular and colorful impatiens flowers are so named from characteristics
that make them seem to be highly impatient. See how this picture illustrates
our need for longsuffering, an important fruit of God's Spirit.
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The Longsuffering of God
The Kingdom of God: Not by Human Might or Power
The
ideal of a "peaceable kingdom" has held men's imaginations for
centuries. Many efforts have been made to create a perfect utopia on
earth. How will it come—by human effort or by the power of God?
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.
Youth Focus From Vertical Thought
Hold on to Your Christian Values...Even in College
FREE BOOKLET - Holidays or Holy
Days: Does It Really Matter Which Days We Observe? |
 What's
the Real Truth About Christmas?
'Tis the season to be jolly—or is it? It may not be
if you know
the real truth about the holiday!
Millions of people continue
the curious customs of Christmas, but few understand why they
do so or what the customs and symbols are all about. After
all, what does a jolly, plump man in a red suit (riding in
a sleigh pulled by flying reindeer!) have to do with the birth
of the Son of God?
How did December 25 come to be chosen as the
date of the birth of Jesus Christ when the Bible nowhere
tells us the exact date—and in fact shows that He
wasn't born in winter? Have you ever heard the
real story?
And what about decorating with holly wreaths,
kissing under mistletoe, burning yule logs and
setting up colorfully ornamented Christmas
trees? What's the origin of these odd practices,
and how did they come to be associated with the
birth of the Savior of mankind? They're not found in
the Bible, so who started them and why?
You need to discover the facts about this popular holiday.
And most importantly,
since most people celebrate it to worship God, you need to
understand
what He thinks about it!
Our eye-opening free booklet Holidays
or Holy Days: Does It Really Matter
Which Days We Observe? will give you the surprising (and sometimes
shocking!)
answers. |
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