The world has been teetering on the brink of escalating tyranny, war, social instability and economic calamity. A new U.S. presidential administration and populist calls for change in other Western nations could lead to some pushback for a time. As Christians are to stay alert to what’s happening in the world, we survey some major current conditions.
As 2025 begins, the return of Donald Trump to the U.S. presidency signals significant shifts amid growing global uncertainty and rising populist movements. In this issue of Beyond Today, we explore the current world scene, America’s spiritual crossroads, and the urgent need for repentance and reliance on God in shaping our nations’ futures.
God sent an urgent warning message through Ezekiel to the nations of present-day Israel. Discover what this prophetic message includes and why it has vital significance for you.
While guilt can be destructive, it can also be constructive—prodding us to address character flaws and seek God.
It’s well known that civil rights pioneer Martin Luther King, Jr., whose January birthday is marked by a U.S. national holiday, was a Baptist minister with a PhD. Not so well known is that he authored research papers presenting major pagan influence on mainstream Christianity.
An overview of events and conditions around the world featured in the January/February 2025 issue of Beyond Today.
As Jesus explained, there are two great commandments fundamental to all others—considered here in two articles. The first great commandment is to love God with our whole being. Distinct from false religions of the past, God wants a close and deep relationship with you.
Having looked at the first great commandment on wholehearted love for God, we now consider the second, which Jesus said is “like it.” How may we love our neighbor as ourself?
Modern culture bombards us with sexual imagery and pornography, creating harmful distortions of God’s design for intimacy. This article exposes the myths surrounding pornography, highlights its damaging effects on relationships and personal well-being, and offers biblical truths for understanding and pursuing fulfilling, godly sexuality within marriage.
You say Christians shouldn’t celebrate Christmas and Easter because of their pagan origins. But what about minor occasions like those coming up in late winter—Groundhog Day, Valentine’s Day and Mardi Gras. Aren’t these just harmless fun?