Gospel Age Ending “Upon the earth distress of nations, with perplexity; the sea and the waves roaring; Men’s hearts failing them for fear, and for looking after those things which are coming on the earth: for the powers of heaven shall be shaken” (Luke 21:25-26). by Robert Goodman Listen to Audio: The end of the Gospel Age is a time when the systems of this world are stressed to the point of collapse. The phrase “distress … with perplexity” has the thought of “no […]
Timely Concerns “And pray ye that your flight come not to be in the winter, neither on a sabbath” (Matthew 24:20. All scriptures from RVIC unless otherwise noted). by Len Griehs Listen to Audio: Jeremy Rifkin, author and American economic and social theorist, observed the following: “We no longer feel ourselves to be guests in someone else’s home, and therefore obliged to make our behavior conform with a set of pre-existing cosmic rules. It is our creation now, we make the rules, we […]
Global Conflicts “As people faint with fear at the prospect of what is overtaking the world; for the powers in heaven will be shaken” (Luke 21:26, The Complete Jewish Study Bible). Listen to Audio: The International Crisis Group works independently to prevent wars and shape policies that “will build a more peaceful world. Crisis Group sounds the alarm to prevent deadly conflict. Our work is urgently needed as the world is confronted with a dramatic rise in the number of conflicts, with […]
A Reader’s Simple Guide to Revelation Listen to audio The book of Revelation adds a beautiful touch to the New Testament by outlining the future of God’s plan, from the Apostle John’s time onward. Seeing its prophetic predictions come true brings us to our knees in humble adoration and trust in our Heavenly Father. Revelation 1 — “Introduction” introduces us to the author (God), the messenger (Jesus), and the imprisoned writer (Apostle John). Revelation 2-3 — “The Seven Churches” suggests the messenger to each […]