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January/February 1997 Issue
Volume 2, Number 1

© 1997, United Church of God, an International Association















Table of Contents

*** COVER FEATURES ***
dot Utopia: Fantasy or Future Reality? - The idea of a perfect human society has intrigued and excited visionaries and philosophers for centuries. Mankind has tried many kinds of governments throughout history, but utopia remains an elusive dream, seemingly forever out of reach. Will a perfect world remain an unattainable fantasy, or is it part of our common human destiny?

*** FEATURE ARTICLES ***
dot Why a Human Utopia Won't Happen - Humanity has long dreamed of creating a utopia on earth, but all our efforts have crumbled. But Why? Few understand the reason human attempts to form a lasting utopian society have always failed.
dot The Crisis at the Close - The biblical prophet Daniel, as well as Jesus Christ, warned of an unprecedented time of world trouble and turmoil. But when will this time come? And, more important, what does it mean for you?
dot When Was Jesus Christ Born? - Much of the world celebrates December 25 as the date of Christ's birth. The historical and biblical evidence shows this date cannot be accurate.
dot A Word Not Spoken - In our relationships with friends and family, we are often concerned with saying exactly the right thing at the right time. However, in a difficult situation sometimes the best thing to say is nothing at all.
dot Aging With Grace - Most of us will face the inevitable prospect of growing old. Aging is viewed with apprehension by many, but this doesn't have to be the case. Here are practical ways to make the golden years truly golden.

*** REGULAR FEATURES ***

World News and Trends
    dotAn Overview of Conditions Around the World - Illegal-drug trade builds worldwide economic powerhouse; Conflict sharpens over European Middle East role; British rule over Gibraltar threatened; Major species in jeopardy; Pope discusses evolution; Sexually transmissible diseases plague America.

Profiles in Faith
    dotShadrach, Meshach and Abed-Nego - One moment they were relatively safe, even held in great esteem as officials in the government of Babylon. The next moment they were brutally tossed headlong into a inferno.

Just For Youth
    dot Advice From Death Row - The headlines are filled with shocking stories of violent crime. What's behind it? How does it occur? Listen to the words of an expert - written from death row.

*** EXPANDED EDITION ***
dot The Gospel From Abraham to Paul - Exactly what is the gospel spoken of throughout the Bible?
dot The Danger of Being Double-Minded - What is double-mindedness, and could it affect your life?
dot Does It Really Matter What You Believe? - Beliefs determine actions - sometimes with dire consequences.
dot Christian Living: Ordeal or Adventure? - An unheralded adventure can lead to the greatest possible triumph.
dot How Do You Know It's Bad? - Look for greater lessons when facing trying times.
dot Why Tithe in the 20th Century? - What is the biblical perspective on this practice?


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