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| A Christian's Job Description | Jan-Feb 96 GCN p. 14 | D. Winnail | No |
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Intro: It is fashionable today in some "Christian" circles to assume that becoming a Christian involves merely believing in Jesus---that He was the Messiah, who lived and died and was resurrected. It is also widely believed that salvation is available merely for the asking. Just say a little prayer acknowledging you are a sinner, accept Jesus in your heart and, lo and behold, you are headed for glory! SubHeads: Getting About Our Father's Business Character Defined Righteousness Discipline Love Courage Hope and Joy Examining Your Character |
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| A Joyful Noise | Aug-Sept 97 GCN p 15 | Rod McNair | No |
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Intro: Here's a short quiz for you to take: Why do we sing hymns in Church services? a. It's good arm exercise for the song leader---just like aerobics! b. It gets the blood flowing into our legs after sitting for so long. c. It gives time to get a quick cup of coffee or take a trip to the restroom. d. No real reason---it's just tradition. We've always done it that way. e. None of the above SubHeads: To Know God To Please God To Inspire Each Other |
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| Almighty God Will Always Provide! | Jan-Mar 97 GCN p 4 | R. McNair | No |
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Intro: During the last 50 years, the Great God has always provided for the needs of His Work and His people. Today, we can have the same assurance that He will continue supplying all that we need. Why are God's people experiencing so much hardship---sickness, financial difficulties, persecution and trials of every sort? And difficulties are by no means limited to the physical realm. In the spiritual area, perhaps never before in the history of the Church of God have so many people been so confused, scattered and discouraged by clever manipulators---deceivers who have sought to turn them away from the Truth and unto fables (2 Tim. 4:3-4). SubHeads: The Friend of God Prosperity and Health Be Work-Centered, Not Self-Centered Getting Our Priorities Straight God's Spiritual Gifts God's Shield of Protection |
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| An Open Letter to an Unsigned Letter | Nov-Dec 95 GCN p 4 | J. Ogwyn | No |
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Intro: I received the following letter several weeks ago. While we obviously can't normally respond to letters this way, we are making an exception with this one. This is because the questions raised are of general interest, and because the traumatized feelings expressed by this letter's writer are shared among many of God's people. These kinds of feelings stood in the way of this person from even signing this letter. Sadly, such feelings continue to prevent too many of God's people from reaching out for the help that they need. |
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| Are You A High Achiever? | Jan-Mar 97 GCN p 7 | D. Winnail | No |
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Intro: Biblical principles for developing your talents. Have you ever wondered what God's will is for you? Have you ever asked yourself, "What does God want me to do with my life?" Many people spend their entire lives wondering and searching for answers to these questions. Others made decisions and do things with their lives. They become high achievers! How do they do it? Intro: Goals and Guidance Natural Abilities Developing Skills Time and Focus Seek Opportunities! Learning from Setbacks Joyful Effort |
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| Are You a Spiritual Athenian? | Aug-Sept 97 GCN p. 10 | C. Adair | No |
| Intro: When the Apostle Paul reached the shores of Greece on his second "missionary" journey, he found a country ripe for new ideas. In the city of Athens, people would often gather at the Areopagus, i.e. Mars' Hill, to hear of and discuss new religious ideas. So when word came to the Athenians that Paul, a Jew from Tarsus, was in the city preaching some strange things, they wanted to know this new doctrine. SubHeads: New is Exciting What's Really Important |
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| Are You Hurting | Nov-Dec 95 GCN p 5 | J. Ogwyn | No |
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Intro: The writer of the letter in the accompanying article suffers a trauma that so many of God's people are feeling. This trauma h as been real, and there are high stakes, indeed, that are involved in an individual's responses to it. The spiritual and emotional healing that is needed from this trauma is a process. It is important that we proceed from recognizing the source of pain and injury to understanding what is needed to promote the recovery of our spiritual health and energy. |
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| Bearing His Reproach | Mar-April 95 GCN p. 18 | K. Frank | No |
| Intro: Many of God's people are emotionally hurting. They may be wondering if they have done something to deserve the treatment they are receiving from the separated brethren they love. How should we understand this situation? Is it unique to our time? SubHeads: Outside the Camp The Golden Calf Incident The Reproach The Reward The Politically Correct Church Moses' and Jesus' Examples Why Do We Suffer Reproach How to Handle Rejection Keeping It In Perspective |
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| Be Careful What You Ask For---You Might Just Get It! | July-Aug 98 GCN p. 16 | Rod McNair | No |
| Intro: While I was in college, there was a kind, gentle lady who lived near us and would often visit the campus. Everyone called her "Grandma." She spent a lot of time with the students, and would offer priceless tidbits of sage advice. One morsel I'll never forget: "Be careful what you ask for---you just might get it!" SubHeads: Unanswered Prayers |
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| Be Reconciled to Your Brother | July-Aug 95 GCN p. 10 | B. Swanson | No |
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Intro: We need to be reconciled with God our Father through Jesus Christ our Savior. But are we also reflecting on how we can reconcile with our brother or sister? From Genesis to Revelation, the theme of the Bible is love---love for God and love for our fellowman. The Bible also reveals the plan of God to all of us who understand! That plan is for us to become literally born sons of God. We will be genuine brothers of Jesus Christ who gave His life for us so that we could be in the Father's family. Throughout the New Testament, Christ shows us how to behave as His brothers and how we are to deal with one another. SubHeads: Is It Enough to Just Say, "I'm Sorry"? Reconciliation Is Needed Many Need Healing |
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| Building Better Relationships | July-Aug 98 GCN p. 5 | D. Winnail | No |
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Life is full of challenges! One of the greatest is learning how to handle problems that arise with other individuals. We often ask ourselves, "How am I supposed to deal with difficult people."---whether at school, on the job, in our families or even in the Church. Are there sound ways to cultivate better relationships with people who are hard to deal with? Are there proven principles that work? SubHeads: The Power of Patience Sweet Revenge? Understanding Is Vital Give of Yourself Be Resourceful |
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| Cultivate Godly Kindness | Oct-Nov 97 GCN p 18 | R. McNair | No |
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Intro: Do you believe you're a kind person? Do others---both in the Church and in the world---think so? Just what does God expect from us when it comes to lovingkindness? SubHeads: The Golden Rule Kindness Is Love The Gentle Lamb of God The Sons of Thunder |
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| Discerning the Spirits | Aug-Sept 97 GCN p 4 | R. Sexton | No |
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Intro: In July of 1814 Napoleon Bonaparte surrendered to the English. For two decades he had been the master of Europe and one of the greatest military tacticians of all time. Virtually everyone in the known world had heard of the obscure Corsican youth who rose to become the most successful general in the French Revolution. His exploits in Egypt stunned the world, as did his dozens of battlefield victories against the combined armies of the crowned heads of Europe. SubHeads: A Murder Mystery It Could Happen to Us A Key to Discernment Beware the Private Agenda Doing Our Part |
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| Don't You Believe It | Mar-Apr 95 GCN p. 26 | Staff | No |
| Intro: From time to time the Global Church News will answer some of the questions, criticisms and misconceptions (due mostly to ignorance and misinformation!) which have circulated concerning the teachings of the Global Church of God. Global does not intend to try to address all of these false rumors. However, periodically, some error will be addressed in the Global Church News. STATEMENT: Some have charged the Global Church of God with teaching that, on the Sabbath, members should never help anyone who is seriously ill, is badly injured, or who might even be dying. |
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| Dress to Please The Great Designer | Jan-Feb 96 GCN p. 7 | C. Adair | No |
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Intro Those who worship God are to worship Him in spirit and truth. God's main focus is on our spiritual development---our heart, our mind, our attitude. This is why God does not judge by outward appearances as men often do, God knows our innermost thoughts! SubHeads: What Is Culture? God Likes Quality Does Dress Matter? A Nation of Priests Much More |
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| Grace and Discipline | Mar-April 95 GCN p. 10 | C. McNair | No |
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Intro: Some people don't like the term "law." Perhaps "discipline"---in the sense of maintaining proper conduct---would be more palatable to them. It is apparent, in reviewing literature currently being published in the world, that, to many "Christian" writers and teachers, the concept of grace without law is problematical. As one of them has written, "For some Christians the grace of God and the pursuit of holiness may mean legalism and man-made rules." SubHeads: Israel's Example of Faithless Works Were Works Required by the Prophets Misunderstanding Justification and "Works" Jesus Christ and Works Apostolic Arguments for Works Summary |
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| Have You Been Convicted---as a Christian? | Mar-April 96 GCN p. 7 | C. Adair | No |
| Intro: Many of us have come through a difficult time. The past few years have been a shock to our systems as we saw cherished beliefs watered down and finally flushed away. many brethren have been taken in by wrong teachings and have totally cast aside what they once believed. How did this all happen? SubHeads: There Is a Difference |
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| Help Wanted, Now Hiring REAL Leaders. Must Have Experience! | Nov-Dec 95 GCN p. 6 | D. Winnail | No |
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Intro: Are you fed up with today's crop of wimpy, confused and corrupt social leaders? Here are some godly traits of Christian leadership! Christians have been called to reign with Jesus Christ on this earth and to become leaders in the World Ahead (Rev. 5:10; Dan. 7:27). This life is a training ground for the roles we will play in the coming administration of God. Our future responsibilities will be influenced by how we grow and develop now (Luke 19:12-26). Are you developing the qualities that will enable you to be an effective leader under Jesus Christ in the coming Kingdom of God? SubHeads: The Leadership Vacuum Vision is Vital Powerful Principles Character is Critical Preparation and Positioning |
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| Hold Fast What You Have | Sept-Oct 98 GCN p. 17 | Jon. McNair | No |
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At one time or another in our life, we've all had some thing brand new. There's nothing like a new toy to brighten the eyes of a young child. A new outfit or pair of shoes can be a special joy for the lady in our life. And driving a car straight home from the showroom is a thrill for the whole family. SubHeads: Christian Maintenance Our First Love Good Works Toward Men Three-Step Plan God Is Involved |
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| How Are We Justified Through Faith? | June-July 97 GCN p 7 | T. Robinson | No |
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Intro: Many in nominal Christianity contend that we are justified by faith alone. They maintain that it's good to have "works"---though not required. But is that really so? Let's examine an often-quoted passage on this subject. "If Abraham was justified by works, he has something of which to boast, but now before God. For what does the Scripture say? 'Abraham believed God, and it was accounted to him for righteousness.' Now to him who works, the wages are not counted as grace but as debt. But to him who does not work but believes on Him who justifies the ungodly, his faith is accounted righteousness" (Rom. 4:2-5). SubHeads: Did Abraham Just "Believe"? "Lined Up" With God Real, Living Faith! |
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| "Let a Man Examine Himself" | Jan-Mar 98 GCN p 4 | D. Winnail | No |
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Intro: Are You Prepared for Passover? Modern Christianity teaches that Jesus Christ died for you and that all you have to do to be saved is to say a little prayer, "accept Jesus into your heart," and let Him become the "Lord of your life." Salvation is a quick and easy affair because Jesus "has done it all for you." We are also told that Communion of the "Lord's Supper" is a love feast and "an occasion for bringing believers together in unity rather than in disharmony"---anytime it is observed (The Oxford Companion to the Bible, 1993, op. 467). SubHeads: Examination Required! Impact of Your Example Do You Value Your Calling? Promoting Peace---or Strife? Family Values Where Is Your Focus? |
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| Make Your Election Sure! | Nov-Dec 96 GCN p 7 | D. Winnail | No |
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Intro: Don't be caught in Satan's deceptions! You are living in a truly remarkable period in the history of the Church of God. Critically important events are taking place! Can you recognize them? For many people the daily pressure of busy schedules and personal problems preoccupy their minds to the extent they don't really see the big picture. What about you? SubHeads: What's Really Happening? The Remarkable Significance! But Why Is This Happening? The Path Out of the Wilderness! Today's Biggest Needs |
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| Must Christians Keep the "Law of Moses" or Only The Ten Commandments? | July-Aug 95 GCN p. 12 | R. McNair | No |
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Intro: Do New Covenant Christians need to keep none of the Law of Moses, part of the Law of Moses or "the whole law" of Moses? Many Christians who profess to believe in keeping the Ten Commandments somehow fail to realize the simple fact that much of the Old Testament "law of Moses" is still binding upon every true child of God! Does this shock you? Then you need to read every word of this article! SubHeads: Paul's Attitude About the Ten Commandments and the "law of Moses" The Law of Moses and Christ's Apostles Christian Freedom Within God's Law A Commandment-Keeping Church |
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| Prodigal Son Syndrome | July-Aug 98 GCN p. 17 | D. Wakefield | No |
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There's a question young people often ask themselves as they grow up in the Church. And it even occurs to baptized members at times. The question goes basically like this: "Why can't I go out into the world, make my mistakes and the later repent and come into (or come back to) the Church?" SubHeads: The Parable Hammer and Nails An Important Lesson One More Thing |
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| Reaching Across the Generations | June-July 97 GCN p 14 | D. Winnail | No |
| Intro: Biblical guidelines for bridging the generation gap. The Church today faces a challenging situation. Many congregations are composed of older adults with only a scattering of young people. The different generations live in, and are the products of, different worlds. There are varying tastes, different perspectives and, in many cases, one generation does not share the same values as another. Each speaks a different language and has different aspirations and expectations. SubHeads: Why Build Bridges? Barriers to Bridge-Building How to Reach Out |
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| Suffer the Little Children... | Sept-Oct 98 GCN p. 21 | ? | No |
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Jesus...said, "Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them; for of such is the Kingdom of God. Assuredly, I say to you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God as a little child will by no means enter it." (Luke 18:16-17) Jesus Christ felt indignation when the disciples turned away those who had brought their children for Him to touch..... But Jesus intervened saying, "Let the little children come to Me, and do not forbid them" (Mark 10:14). |
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| Talebearing | Sept-Oct 95 GCN p. 10 | G. Anderson | No |
| Intro: Shakespeare observed that he "who steals my purse steals trash. Tis something, nothing. Twas mine. Tis His, and has been slave to thousands. But he who filches my good name, takes that which not enriches him, and leaves me poor indeed." SubHeads: There are primarily four reasons why people give information to those in authority: 1. To ingratiate yourself with those in authority. This is commonly called "playing politics"; but, it is playing politics with the reputation of our neighbor. 2. To gain an advantage over someone by soiling his character is the most vicious reason for carrying information to an overseer. 3. To try to "help" a person overcome some problem is the altruistic reason given by most of those who inform. 4. To protect yourself or someone who is not able to act for himself. |
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| The Road to Salvation | Jan-Mar 98 GCN p 17 | R. McNair | No |
| Intro: As we approach the Days of Unleavened Bread, now is a good time to reflect on the important process God has ordained whereby mankind will finally be able to put sin behind him once and for all. SubHeads: What Is Salvation? Seven Vital Steps to Salvation |
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| The Truth Shall Make You Free | Mar-April 95 GCN p 4 | C. Adair | No |
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Intro: My wife and I have been set free from a great deal of stress and strain since making the decision to resign from our former affiliation and join the Global Church of God. We are very happy to once again be part of a Work which is upholding the Truth and endeavoring to preach the true Gospel, and all its aspects, to the world SubHeads: Called to Be Free The Church Age |
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| "Use the Force, Luke!" | May-June 96 GCN p 6 | D. Winnail | No |
| Intro: Down through the ages Christians have battled the forces of darkness. Our modern era is no exception. Dramatic doctrinal changes and erupting divisions have traumatized and devastated God's people. Thousands have been hurt and confused. Some are dazed and shell-shocked and are finding it difficult to cope with the reality of what has happened/ Others have retreated into small, isolated groups, unsure of where to turn for help and direction. Many have been disillusioned or even turned off from religion by the hypocrisy and deceit they have witnessed. Their love of the Truth has been dampened or extinguished. They are casualties in a spiritual war. Perhaps you have experienced this trauma as well. SubHeads: Your Calling---No Accident! No Free Rides! Spiritual War Know That You Know "Use the Force, Luke!" The Essential Focus |
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| Violence, War and Christianity | June-July 97 GCN p 17 | J. Ogwyn | No |
| Intro: In the 2,000 years since Jesus of Nazareth walked the earth, the blood of untold millions has been spilled in His name. From the time of Roman Emperor Constantine (A.D. 312-337)), millions of soldiers have gone forth to battle under the sign of the cross, ostensibly the insignia of the Prince of Peace. But professing Christians haven't fought only with "infidels" or unbelievers. Throughout the last 17 centuries they have also slaughtered one another with reckless abandon! SubHeads: The Direct Teachings of Christ The Early Church Faces Persecution Christians and the Military |
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| Vital Keys to Changing Your Life | Jan-Feb 96 GCN p. 4 | J. Ogwyn | No |
| Intro: How did duplicitous, conniving "supplanter," appropriately named "Jacob," become transformed into a "prince with God"---and renamed "Israel"? What led women such as Ruth and Rahab to make such an about-face in their personal lives? They completely forsook the pagan gods and practices of their youth in order to wholeheartedly embrace the God of Israel and His ways. SubHeads: Setting the Stage for Repentance What Kind of Change Needed? When Saying You're Sorry Is Not Enough |
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| What Kind of Difference Does the Holy Spirit Make in Your Life? | May-June 95 GCN p. 4 | J. Ogwyn | No |
| Intro: Many people are confused about the Holy Spirit. They not only don't understand what it is; they have no idea what it is supposed to do in their lives or why they need it. What about you? Do you really understand the answer to these questions? SubHeads: Stir Up God's Gift Not the Spirit of Fearfulness The Spirit of Power The Spirit of Love |
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| When Love Is Not Returned | July-Aug 98 GCN p. 8 | Jon. McNair | No |
| Intro: Therefore, leaving the discussion of the elementary principles of Christ, let us go on to perfection, not laying again the foundation of repentance from dead works and of faith toward God, of the doctrine of baptisms, of laying on of hands, of resurrection of the dead, and of eternal judgment" (Heb. 6:1-2). SubHeads: Human Nature As We Forgive Those... |
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| Woman to Woman | July-Aug 98 GCN p. 14 | J. Swanson | No |
| Intro: As Christian women today, what do we consider to be our greatest challenge? And what do we feel should be our greatest accomplishment? How do we judge our life? By what ruler or measure? Do we most want to copy Martha Stewart, Oprah Winfrey, or perhaps Madeleine Albright or Cindy Crawford? Some of us probably do. SubHeads: Working Women Our God-Ordained Role The Virtuous Woman A Lasting Legacy |
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