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May—June 2006

A devastating epidemic is leaving a trail of broken hearts and broken dreams in its wake. What is this tragic outbreak? it’s the epidemic of disappearing fathers, who are sorely needed.

Where Have All the Fathers Gone?

A devastating epidemic is leaving a trail of broken hearts and broken dreams in its wake. What is this tragic outbreak? It’s the epidemic of disappearing fathers, who are sorely needed.

The Missing Father

He didn't want to be gone from our lives, but God's Word is clear: If He is distant from us, it is because we—all humanity—left Him.

What Happens When Fathers Are Not Around?

What are some of the ways single moms can beat the odds?

What Happened to Dad?

Today it's common to see the father's role disparaged in media, many times making him out to be a bumbling, inept fool while the children are saved by an almost superhuman mother.

Why Are Fathers Important?

A Good News Interview With Dr. Ross Parke

What Does It Take to Be a Successful Single Parent?

Today's epidemic of divorce and single parenthood affects many people, Christians included. How can you be successful as a Christian single parent?

Resources for Single Parents

The following links and booklet offers will help in the difficulties of being a single parent.

Will America Run Away From Iraq?

Does America have the will to endure a protracted conflict in the Middle East? Or will it follow its pattern of withdrawing in the face of determined resistance from both inside and outside the country?

The Da Vinci Code, Christianity and the Bible

The Da Vinci Code has sold more than 40 million copies and has been made into a major movie. But how much of the story is fact and how much is fabrication? And how important is it for you to know?

Jesus Christ and Mary Magdalene

There is not one shred of evidence in the Bible—or even in the gnostic "gospels" for that matter—that Jesus Christ ever married a woman.

Truthful Quotes From The Da Vinci Code

While The Da Vinci Code contains many outright fabrications about the history of Christianity, it does contain a few shocking statements that are true.

Constantine's Impact on Christianity

Constantine's reign as Roman emperor (A.D. 306-337) dramatically changed the direction of Christianity, though in ways far different from those portrayed in The Da Vinci Code.

Misguided and Mystical Meditation

The current widespread fascination with oriental religion is "nothing new under the sun" (Ecclesiastes 1:9).

What Should We Meditate About?

What are some of the things we might meditate on to get our minds more attuned to God's way of thinking?

A Place Called Megiddo

In northern Israel lies a legendary site, perhaps the world's most contested piece of territory. Bible prophecy tells us it will once again be a focal point for a battle almost beyond comprehension.

World News and Trends: Will America coexist with a nuclear Iran?

With the knowledge that Iran now has nuclear capabilities, will America continue to work alongside?

World News and Trends: South Africa 's killing fields

South Africa's violent state reaches the white farmers among many.

World News and Trends: Germany : In need of nuclear weaponry?

Germany no longer feels safe relying on the United States and NATO protection from nuclear warfare.

World News and Trends: U.K.-U.S. defense cooperation waning

Britian has conflicting loyalties that might compromise their cooperation with the United States

World News and Trends: Canterbury on the road to Rome?

With meetings between Catholic and Protestant leaders, will unity be found?

World News and Trends: Will Osama bin Laden strike again?

Is there any truth behind the threats from Osama bin Laden? Talk of attacks rally terrorists together.

World News and Trends: Survey: Many teens have sex by age 14

Recent study reveals shocking results in Baltimore--perhaps other cities hold the same results as well.

World News and Trends: Alcoholism and drug abuse ruining youth

Drug addictions are rising in youth, resulting in a rise of crimes.

World News and Trends: Get married, stay married, live longer

Does marriage statistically make you live longer?

God, Science and the Bible The Gospel of Judas What's the real story?

Is "The Gospel of Judas" true? How does it compare to the Bible?

God, Science and the Bible: Oldest Philistine inscription offers giant surprise

Ancient clay potsherd bears names strikingly similar to Goliath.

Youth Focus from Vertical Thought... Hope and Help for Children of Divorce

Every year millions of children experience the trauma of their parents' divorce. Millions more have already gone through that pain and been affected in ways large and small. What can help children of divorce? One who has been there shares the keys that helped him through that experience.

Meditation: What's on Your Mind?

The Bible teaches us about tools we can use to grow spiritually and build our relationship with God. In this third article in a series, we examine the importance of godly thoughts and meditation.

Does Father Know Best?

Research shows that children without a father tend to be less settled and more insecure. Now is the time to break that cycle of distant and damaged family relationships wherever they exist.

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