Fragment from the Gospel Written by John (Ryland’s Papyrus c. 125 A.D.) COGwriter The Apostle John wrote what is known as the fourth gospel as well as three letters and the Book of Revelation. Some realize this, though some do not wish to believe this: The Huffington Post and other publications have explored two new […]
Month: March 2016
Ignorning threats from the USA, Iran again conducts ballistic missile tests
Iranian Emad missile (Mohammad Agah) COGwriteri Iran is proceeding with its military ambitions: March 8, 2016 Iran said Tuesday it conducted ballistic missile tests at several sites across the country in order to show its “deterrent power” and readiness to confront threats. The tests come two months after the United States imposed new sanctions against […]
EU makes deal with Turkey to send back migrants; UN objecting
Migrants in Europe COGwriter The President of the European Council gave a message to potential migrants: March 7, 2016 PARIS—European Union leaders said Tuesday they have reached a possible deal with Ankara to return thousands of migrants to Turkey, and that they are confident a full agreement can be reached at a summit next week. […]
Might the Chinese accept the final Antichrist?
European Depiction of Antichrist in Center (1498) COGwriter Will the Chinese accept the final Beast power who is aligned with the final Antichrist? Bible prophecy strongly suggests yes as the following points out: 4 So they worshiped the dragon who gave authority to the beast; and they worshiped the beast, saying, “Who is like the […]
Church of God News in Spanish
COGwriter The Continuing Church of God continues to get additional materials translated into the Spanish language. Here are links to the items we received today: Migrants to lead to ‘end of Europe’ or rise of the Beast of Revelation? Or both? ¿Emigrantes llevan al ‘fin de Europa’ o al levantamiento de la Bestia de Apocalipsis? […]
COGWA: ‘Four tests to prove whether a prophet is true’
“Elijah in the wilderness“ COGwriter In an article by its Chris Moen, the Church of God, a Worldwide Association (COGWA) posted an article to help people determine if a prophet was a true one: Four tests to prove whether a prophet is true We need to carefully consider God’s Word—the Bible—in order to discern between […]
Joe Biden: US Will ‘Squeeze the Heart’ Out of IS
U.S. Vice President Joseph Biden COGwriter Voice of America reported the following: March 7, 2016 U.S. Vice President Joe Biden kicked off a five-day trip to the Middle East Monday, vowing that the United States would “squeeze the heart” out of Islamic State and destroy it. Biden visited U.S. airmen stationed at the Al-Dhafra Air […]
Should Christians observe St. Patrick’s Day?
Postcard from 1912 for “St. Patrick’s Day” COGwriter March 17th is often observed as St. Patrick’s Day. Is this a day real Christians should celebrate? The Protestant Christianity Today seems to think so as an article at its website stated: IrishWatch Get into the Saint Patrick’s Day mood with an eclectic selection of websites concerning […]
Germany’s Vice Chancellor warns that Donald Trump threatens peace and prosperity
Sigmar Gabriel, Vice Chancellor of Germany (photo by A. Savin) COGwriter The Vice Chancellor and Minister of Economic Affairs of Germany is warning against a Donald Trump presidency: German vice chancellor says Trump poses threat to peace and prosperity March 6, 2016 BERLIN German Vice Chancellor Sigmar Gabriel has criticized leading Republican presidential candidate Donald […]
When was the Exodus?
Some Proposed Routes of the Exodus COGwriter From time to time, there are various reports from some archaeologists and Egyptologists who deny the account of the Exodus in the Bible. Part of the reason for their denial is that they often hold to the wrong century for the time of the Exodus. This denial is […]