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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!
In 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. |
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
September/October 2001
Vol. 6, Num. 5
What Is the Gospel of the Kingdom?
A Good News editorial
Cover Story
Coming: An End to Suffering
Modern communications have given us a dubious privilege-a front-row seat
for viewing suffering all around the globe. Yet we seldom understand why
the world is awash in misery, how it came to be in such sad shape or why,
in spite of years of effort and mountains of money, we can't seem to solve
our problems. The solution will come, but not by human effort.
-Sidebar-
Diseases Take Their Deadly Toll
Feature Articles
How to Live on $25 a Month
The typical worker in Ghana earns only the equivalent of $25 a month while
living expenses average five times that much. Yet Ghana is better off
than most African countries. What will lift Africa from its quagmire?
-Sidebar-
New African Union Founded to Copy
EU Success
America's Astounding Destiny: Rise to Greatness
The expansion of the United States is nothing short of astonishing. In less
than a century the nation increased its original size many times over, setting
the stage for greatness. What's the real story behind its incredible rise?
The Coming Age of Grace
Jerusalem, the city of peace, is anything but peaceful. Surrounded by bloodshed
fueled by ancient hatreds that defy resolution, the city seems destined
for further tragedy. Bible prophecy, however, reveals a far different future.
The Feast of Properity
A little-known biblical festival, the Feast of Tabernacles, was observed at
the time of the autumn harvest. Learn how this celebration of abundance
and prosperity symbolizes a coming time of worldwide peace and plenty.
Coming to a School Near You: Darwinism
in the Classroom
Teachers and professors routinely present Darwinian evolution as proven
scientific fact. But what does the evidence reveal? And what can parents
and students who believe in the Bible do when confronted with this theory?
-Sidebar-
Drawings Faked to Support Evolution?
The Case Against Evolution
What Is the Gospel Jesus Christ taught?
"Jesus came . . . preaching the gospel of the Kingdom of God," wrote Mark.
But what is that gospel? And what is that Kingdom? Can we focus so much
on the Messenger that we miss the point of His message?
Regular Features
World News and Trends
An Overview of Conditions Around the World
Just for Youth
Planning for Life: Two Crucial Keys for Success
Letters From Our Readers
Readers of The Good News share their thoughts
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