Beyond Today magazine is the biblically-based flagship publication of the United Church of God, an International Association . The magazine features a variety of articles on biblical topics, with an emphasis on the 'good news' (gospel) announcement of the Kingdom of God on earth, both now and in the future under the lead of Jesus Christ.
Following are recent issues of Beyond Today. For earlier editions, please visit the Beyond Today website.
It’s obvious that our world is plagued with serious problems. Look around at the devastating wars, civil unrest, violent crime, rampant theft, corrupt governments, grinding poverty, hunger, spreading substance abuse, broken homes and families, natural disasters, failing educational systems and much more. These things aren’t new; they’re the sad legacy of human history. Is there any hope that these problems will ever be solved? Believe it or not, there is indeed great hope, and it’s found in the pages of your Bible. It’s called the gospel, a word that means “good news.” And it truly is good news, the message of Jesus Christ’s coming reign over the earth and God’s divine solution to our problems! Learn much more about this wonderful hope and news in the pages of this issue of Beyond Today. Download this issue in PDF.
It seems our world is growing more unrecognizable by the day. The differences between everyday life today and just a few years ago are staggering. It seems the world has taken U-turn into dark days and will never be the same again. Evil that once lurked in the darkness is now out in the open and publicly celebrated! What in the world is going on? The answer is evident to those who have a perspective and worldview rooted in God’s Word. The world is embracing evil! You need to know why and what’s behind it all!
Have you ever considered how much the Easter holiday just doesn’t add up? Start with the timing: Jesus said He would be in the tomb three days and three nights. But do the math—a Good Friday crucifixion to a resurrection on Sunday morning is at most only one day and small parts of two others, plus two nights. Also, John’s Gospel tells us Jesus was already resurrected before sunrise, so we can’t count that part of a day. Does the Bible offer a solution? Yes, and when we understand it, everything adds up perfectly! But that’s not all that doesn’t add up about the Easter holiday. What do rabbits, colored eggs and sunrise religious services have to do with Jesus Christ’s resurrection? Discover the fascinating historical truth about all this and much more in this issue of Beyond Today.
People all over the world have long been fascinated with Britain’s royal family. The recent passing of Queen Elizabeth II, Britain’s longest-reigning monarch, focused attention on her example of faith in God and service to her country. Soon her son will be coronated as King Charles III—and if his coronation follows the pattern of that of his mother and previous monarchs, it will be filled with biblical symbolism and references. But why? Is there a little-understood connection between the British monarchy and the Bible? Yes there is—and understanding it helps us understand the roles of nations in end-time Bible prophecy. Learn about this fascinating and multi-faceted story in this issue of Beyond Today.
The United States is deeply divided—to the point that many Americans expect violence and perhaps even another civil war. What are the roots of these irreconcilable differences? Where will they take the nation? Perhaps not surprisingly, the answers are found in the pages of your Bible. And what it means for the entire world—and your life and the lives of your loved ones—is sobering. What can and should you do? Be sure to read this issue of Beyond Today.
Bible prophecy speaks of two very different times ahead for our world. One is a time of unparalleled peace and plenty to follow Jesus Christ’s return to establish the Kingdom of God on earth. But before that happens, the world will be shaken by a period of unparalleled chaos, turmoil, violence and death during which literally billions of human beings will perish. Why will this deadly storm come? Are you preparing for it? What can and should you do? You need to understand what is foretold to take place and why—and what you should be doing about it! Discover the answers in this issue of Beyond Today.
Staggering changes are taking place in Western society. Standards and cultural structures that have stood for thousands of years are being dismantled. The very foundations of society—what it means to be a man, a woman, a husband, a wife, a father and a mother—are being cast away without regard for what will replace them. God’s very design for human societies—with a man and a woman united in marriage to have children—is being deliberately destroyed. Who and what is behind this? Why is it happening? What is God’s purpose for sex, marriage and family? You need to understand what’s taking place and why! Discover the answers in this issue of Beyond Today.
We’re seeing a seismic shift in modern society. Western civilisation that was built on belief in God and the Bible as His Word is fundamentally changing. God, His values and His commandments are being canceled from people’s lives. Governments, courts, businesses and technology are actively silencing God from public and private life.
How and why is this happening? What’s behind this? Does it have any implications for prophesied end-time events? It’s crucial for your life that you understand the answers! Learn about all this and other key topics in this issue of Beyond Today.
We live in deeply troubled world. Everywhere we look we see problems. The last year has been one of immense suffering and death. It’s no wonder that people feel so depressed and beaten down. Where can we look for hope when things seem hopeless? How can we better cope? The title of this magazine, Beyond Today, points us beyond today’s troubles to a far different future promised in God’s Word. It also points us to how we can learn to walk with God, confident in that hope and in His promises. You can learn much more about that vital relationship in this issue! Read about this and other fascinating topics in the pages of this issue of Beyond Today.
The scientific field of archaeology has not only confirmed the existence of many people and places mentioned in the Bible, it has also proven the Bible to be correct in many details large and small. A recent scientific analysis of 15 seasons of excavation at a site in the Jordan Valley appears to be stunning verification of one of the Bible’s most remarkable stories— the sudden and catastrophic destruction of Sodom as punishment for its heinous sins. This issue covers that remarkable story and what we should learn from it. It also shows how other evidence from archaeology shows that the Bible is indeed an accurate and trustworthy historical document—a book we can and must believe! Read about this and other fascinating topics in the pages of this issue of Beyond Today.
Is it possible to know whether God really exists? Is there a way we can know for sure? Few questions could be more important! Many people have uncritically accepted what they’re told by mass media and educational systems and have been brainwashed into believing there is no God. But what does the evidence say? We need only look at discoveries from many fields of science and accept what the facts clearly reveal. In this issue we examine some of the clear evidence from science. You need to understand what it shows us! Read about this and other fascinating topics in the pages of this issue of Beyond Today.
Lately we’ve been hearing a new term from the global elites—“The Great Reset.” What exactly is that, and what does it mean? It’s their term for their vision of a different and better world. It will indeed be different, but far from better—in fact it will lead to a nightmarish global power foretold in Bible prophecy. But beyond that lies real hope—God’s very different “great reset” to a new world under the reign of Jesus Christ! You need to understand what God’s Word has to say about both of these coming world-altering changes! Read about them in the pages of this issue of Beyond Today.
We live in what seems to be a world of unrelenting stress—problem after problem that saps away our strength, sanity and endurance. Jobs, family, health, finances, the state of our countries—it seems that nothing is safe and stable anymore. So what can we do to cope? How can we maintain a positive attitude? Can we find answers in the Bible? You need to understand the biblical perspective on these important questions. You’ll find answers in the pages of this issue of Beyond Today.
For the last year the world has dealt with the scourge of Covid-19, a disease that has dominated the headlines as well as our individual lives. Yet a far deadlier plague infects our world, exacting a far greater death toll and ruining far more lives. That plague is abortion—the deliberate killing of the unborn in some the most horrifying ways imaginable. How does God—the giver of life—view this taking of the most innocent of life? How does abortion affect those who have one? You need to understand the biblical perspective on these important questions, and you’ll find answers in the pages of this issue of Beyond Today.
As we approach the time of year when Christians are reminded of Jesus Christ’s sacrifice, His death and His resurrection to ascend to His Father in heaven, how much do you know about what lies behind these events? Who exactly was Jesus Christ and what was His mission and purpose? Why did He go through these things? And what will He do in the future? You need a clear biblical understanding of these important questions, and you’ll find answers in the pages of this issue of Beyond Today.
Do you know anyone who is worn down and discouraged by the grind of life? Maybe this is affecting your friends, family, neighbors and coworkers. What can you do to help those who are worn down by weariness? How can you better cope yourself? And what is the source of so much suffering and misery in the world? All of these are crucial questions, and you’ll find answer in this issue of Beyond Today!
What a year 2020 has been! It started out bad, and seems to have often grown only worse. This has been a year of a world in crisis. But why? Where is all this going? What lies ahead? What is the biblical understanding that will help us make sense of it all? You need the eye-opening information packed into this issue!
Why does it seem that we’re stuck with so many problems that defy solutions? The same problems that plague us today—violence, crime, corruption, hunger, disease, war and so many more—have been with us for thousands of years. Why can’t we find an answer? An answer does exist, and it’s found in the pages of your Bible. It’s wrapped up in the answer to the key question addressed in this issue: Why will Jesus Christ return? You need to know!
With the global coronavirus pandemic, worldwide economic setbacks and social unrest and turmoil, it’s no wonder that so many people are discouraged and depressed. It’s enough to discourage and frustrate anybody! But what can we do? How can we cope? Where can we look for hope and help? We need the answers, and you can find them in the pages of your Bible! We address these key questions in this issue of Beyond Today magazine.
The world has been engulfed in a major crisis—a worldwide pandemic for which we have no vaccine and no sure cure. Because of its randomness, people are rightfully concerned. Much of the world has been told to stay indoors and avoid contact with other people. This epidemic dominates the news—but what does the Bible say? Does this have anything to do with Bible prophecy? What would God have us do at a time such as this? We address these key questions in this issue of Beyond Today magazine.
Most people are aware that Jesus Christ was crucified and died for our sins some 2,000 years ago. But why was that necessary? Why did He go through the horrible suffering He experienced? Why did He, specifically, go through this and not someone else? And what does this mean for you and me and your relationship with God? In this issue of Beyond Today magazine, we address these key questions and their revealing answers.
What lies ahead as we enter the 2020s? Major changes are taking place in the nation and around the world. What do they mean? Where are these trends taking us? And most importantly, what do they mean for you and will you be ready? You won’t find answers to these questions in the normal news sources, but you will in the pages of your Bible. In this issue of Beyond Today magazine, we look at these key questions and answers
In the 160 years that have passed since the publication of Charles Darwin’s book On the Evolution of Species , the theory of Darwinian evolution has dominated science and education. But new explorations in scientific study are exposing more and more flaws in the theory—and indeed showing it is an impossibility! In this issue of Beyond Today magazine, we cover some of the major problems with Darwinian evolution—problems you’ll seldom see discussed elsewhere.
Mankind has long dreamed of a peaceful planet—a utopian earth no longer plagued by war, unrest, poverty, disease and corrupt government. But in spite of our best efforts, man has never been able to create lasting peace. The problem is that our problems are spiritual and they need a spiritual solution. And God has a plan to bring that about! In this issue of Beyond Today magazine, we show how a paradise on earth will come about—a kind of heaven on earth!
Fifty years ago this month U.S. astronauts left the shining blue ball of earth and walked on the moon for the first time. Throughout the world people stopped and watched transfixed as human beings did something only dreamed about for centuries. Today the dream continues as we plan to send spaceships to Mars and perhaps even more distant planets. We earnestly and eagerly search for life elsewhere in the universe. What drives this quest to learn and explore? Do we really even understand that what we’re really searching for is our place in the universe, why we exist and our ultimate destiny? In this issue we explore these topics and many more!
Few days have marked a turning point in human history. But one of those was “D-Day”—June 6, 1944, when Allied troops broke through Adolf Hitler’s Atlantic coastal defenses to invade and liberate France, then the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany itself. The trajectory of Europe’s history was radically changed. Now, looking back 75 years later, what have we learned? Where is Europe heading today, and what does it mean for the rest of the world? In this issue we explore these topics and many more, including the transforming power of God’s Holy Spirit in the lives of believers. Download this issue in PDF or read online.
From a biblical standpoint, this is a very significant time of year. It reminds us of ancient Israel’s miraculous deliverance from Egyptian slavery, of the Passover commemoration, of the symbols Jesus Christ instituted as the ultimate Passover “Lamb of God” who gave His life for the sins of the whole world, and the fact that He is the “Firstborn from the dead” showing us how we, too, may receive eternal life in God’s family. The articles in this issue cover these and other themes important to those who take the Bible seriously. We hope you’ll read them and take them seriously too! Download this issue in PDF or read online.
The news headlines show the United States not to be united, but to be deeply divided over the nation’s past, present and future. A major reason for this is that, as the nation has drifted far from God, many have forgotten (or never knew) what the Bible says about many major cultural and societal issues. America stands at a crucial crossroads, and the stakes couldn’t be higher. You need to understand what the Bible says about the culture war transforming America and Western civilization! Download this issue in PDF or read online.
Why is marriage important? For centuries, marriage has been the bedrock of families and civilization. Now we are seeing marriage under attack from all sides. What’s behind the attack on marriage? And what can you do to strengthen your marriage and make it last? Be sure to read this issue to understand the answers! Download this issue in PDF or read online.
World War I, which ended a century ago, was so brutally horrifying that it was soon called “The War to End All Wars.” Yet it was anything but. It was followed a generation later by World War II, and countless wars since then. What is the root cause of war? Can mankind ever find peace? Be sure to read this issue to understand the answers! Download this issue in PDF or read online.
Many would have you believe that science and the Bible are inherently contradictory. But are they really? The problem is that many misinterpret what the Bible really says, and a lot of what passes for science really isn’t scientific or factual at all. Do you understand the difference? And does it really matter? Be sure to read this issue to understand the answers!
Israel is once again in the news as it celebrates the 70th anniversary of its founding as a modern state, as the United States prepares to move its embassy to Jerusalem, and Hamas-organized protesters in Gaza pledge to overrun the border, retake Jerusalem and drive the Jews out of the land. What’s behind the ongoing turmoil in this deeply troubled region? Does Bible prophecy give us insight and understanding? Where are events here leading? Be sure to read this issue carefully to gain the understanding you won’t find in other sources!
We are living in a world of massive change. As American power and influence rapidly recedes, previous major powers such as Russia, China, Germany, and even the Islamic and Ottoman Empires seek to regain their former might and glory. What’s behind the rise of these ancient empires? Does Bible prophecy give us understanding? What does it all mean? Be sure to read this issue carefully to better grasp where our world is heading and why!
Can we believe the Bible? With so many criticizing it for so long, is it trustworthy? What does the evidence from history, science and archaeology reveal? It’s about time you heard the truth about what the evidence really teaches us—and it’s far different from what the critics say!
A century ago the Russian revolution toppled Czar Nicholas II and led to a communist takeover of the Russian Empire. How did that revolution come about? What was it like for the people who lived under the communist system? What were the results of this misguided experiment to create a human utopia without God? And why is it so hard to create a human government that really works? Find out the answers to these questions in this issue!
In a world changing before our eyes, we’d all like to know what the future holds. How will it affect us and our loved ones? Can we know where it’s all headed? This is where Bible prophecy has a message for each and every one of us. God reveals where the world is headed—and most importantly, why. You need to understand some of the key trends revealed in Bible prophecy—trends that tell us that the time of Jesus Christ’s return and the coming Kingdom of God are drawing near! Discover some of these key trends in this issue!
Donald Trump campaigned on a promise to “Make America Great Again.” America has been and remains great—but for how long? What factors made the nation the world’s greatest superpower? You might find the answers very surprising—because they were foretold in Bible prophecy! You need to understand what the Bible says about the rise and fall of nations—discover the answers in this issue! Download this issue in PDF.
The Bible refers to Jesus Christ as the “lamb … foreordained before the foundation of the world.” But what does that mean? Why is He compared to a lamb? And what does “foreordained before the foundation of the world” mean? Foreordained to what, and when and why? The answers are crucial to your future—discover them in this issue! Download this issue in PDF.
As Donald Trump assumes the office of President of the United States, he must lead a deeply divided nation in a deeply divided world. With the nation at a crossroads, which path will it take? What are the stakes? Subscribe, read online, or download this issue in PDF.
Did Jesus Christ really exist? Are the stories written about Him in the Bible true? Much as some don’t want to hear it, the historical evidence is compelling and conclusive. And if He did exist, who was He, really? Can we believe His shocking claims about His true identity? Discover the answers in this issue—and they have huge implications for your life! Subscribe, read online, or download this issue in PDF.
Our world desperately needs real leadership! Why is it so hard to find? One reason is that we fail to understand what the Bible reveals is at the heart of true leadership. The time is coming when the world will experience the right kind of leadership—as exemplified by Jesus Christ Himself!
The fossil evidence still fails to support Darwin's theory — showing people accept Darwinian evolution more as an article of faith rather than fact.
The current U.S. presidential race offers starkly different visions for the future. On top of this, we currently see a major power vacuum developing in the world. Does Bible prophecy give us an indication as to what lies ahead? Now more than ever is the time to understand our world, and in particular why the Middle East matters to your life. The events we are seeing should motivate us to seek the true and living God. Download this issue in PDF. Individual web articles will be posted in the upcoming days.
Change is a major theme of the Bible. “Repent” and “repentance” are mentioned more than 60 times in the Bible. These words mean to change direction, to turn, to stop going in one direction and go in another, to change our thinking, to change our actions—in short, to change our lives. How about you?
In this issue we examine one of the Bible’s most famous prophecies and explore what ramifications it has for us today. We also take a sober look at tragic events on the world scene and discuss where God is in all of it. Finally, in the The Bible and You section, we offer help in rediscovering the first love of God’s way. Download the entire issue in PDF. The individual articles will be posted online in the upcoming days.
A shocking event from the life of the biblical prophet Daniel opens a window into a different dimension—an unseen spirit world and beings who play a hidden role in events taking place around us.
Nothing could be more critical for you than to understand your future! God has a message for you: The time is now to discover the answers and begin living His purpose for you.
Although our headlines are full of terror, we can be at peace and full of hope—hope in the coming Kingdom of God, which Jesus Christ will establish on earth at His return.
A personal perspective about what's going on in Russia and Ukraine and what your response should be in the light of Bible prophecy.
Soon up to 2 billion people will celebrate one of the world's most popular religious holidays—Easter. But curiously, the Bible nowhere promotes such an observance. Where did this day come from? How did it become so popular? And is it even Christian?
If Jesus of Nazareth is indeed the Prince of Peace, why does the world see so little of it? What part of the picture are we missing? If He truly is the Prince of Peace, how will peace come? Where is that hope in a world so devoid of hope?
The answer to these questions lies in a series of little-known festivals revealed long ago in the world's best-selling book—the Bible. God doesn't leave us in the dark about the solution to our many seemingly unsolvable problems. He has given us the key to understanding—though most have ignored or lived in ignorance of it!
A study of a devastating war begun a hundred years ago can be an exercise in nostalgia and academic history. Only a few people alive today can even remember this war in their earliest memories. For we who take a moment to reflect on what happened, let's be sure to take away a lesson that helps us understand our present world: History existed before our birth, it marches on now, and decisions made by people long ago and far away continue to impact our lives today.
It's the great question: If you die, will you live again? You need to settle the question in your mind. And you can! Learn the good news from the Bible that answers this question!
Where did Jesus Christ come from? Who was He? This is a mystery that far too few really understand. Do you? It does matter - your future and your salvation depend on it!
With the advancement of technology and social media, the family unit is disconnecting and fragmenting. You can build or restore family closeness with five keys that can open rewarding doors to a happier family.
This issue highlights 5 major ideas directly related to the decline of biblical morality in our world today, and will help you identify dangerous ideas that will affect us all and take our society further from God, culminating in the return of Jesus Christ to save us from ourselves. The final outcome is certain — 'good news of the coming Kingdom of God' — but in the meantime we need to be vigilant.
This issue examines how history and prophecy will have a far greater impact on us than we might realise. Do the ancient prophecies really foretell the future, and how can we know? – The answers may surprise you.
1: Why the Bible is the Word of God 
2: The Word of God - The Foundation of Knowledge 
3: Why Did God Create Mankind? 
4: Why Does God Allow Suffering? 
5: Is There Hope for Human Survival? 
6: What Is the Gospel of the Kingdom of God? 
7: The Calling of God 
8: What is Christian Conversion? 
9: The Transforming Power of God's Spirit 
10: What is the Church? 
11: Christianity - A Way of Life 
12: The Annual Festivals of God 
