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Beyond Today Dailys - A Biblical Worldview: The Most Important Event Ever

April 19, 2024 16:46 - 10.5 MB

The most important event in human history centers around the significance of Jesus Christ's role in human salvation.

Beyond Today Television Program - What Was Nailed to the Cross?

April 19, 2024 15:00 - 19.5 MB

It was not God’s laws! Rather, Jesus’ death made it possible for our sins to be fully erased upon our repentance.

Beyond Today Dailys - A Biblical Worldview: Is It Too Late For America?

April 12, 2024 17:27 - 7.79 MB

America is facing unprecedented challenges in just about every aspect of its existence.

Beyond Today Television Program - 5 Steps to Real Change: Part 5 - Two Questions Waiting for an Answer?

April 12, 2024 14:30 - 19.5 MB

Learn how these questions, "Who do you say that I am?" and "Do you love me?", strike at the heart of your relationship with Jesus Christ and God.

Magnified - NOBODY Is Going to Heaven...Why Not?

April 10, 2024 19:12

Christians are wrong about the afterlife! For centuries people have misinterpreted scripture and fused it with pagan ideas about what happens after death. The teachings about your immortal soul ascending to heaven or descending to hell to be tortured in ever-burning fire—they just do not mesh with the teachings of the Biblical authors, nor Jesus Christ Himself. Watch to have common myths about heaven and hell be debunked—and learn what the Bible *does* say about the resurrection.

Magnified - We React to Atheists in Our Comments Section

April 10, 2024 18:56

We respond to atheists who took issue with our last video, "How to Survive an Atheist Attack." What is the actual definition of atheism and "new atheism?" Should someone who's made to feel dumb in a discussion take that as a sign they're wrong? Does evidence for God actually exist? Should we all just live and let live?

Magnified - How to Survive an Atheist Attack!

April 10, 2024 18:53

Atheism has become more aggressive, with better arguments to embarrass anybody religious, but especially Christians, in conversations about God. People like Christopher Hitchens and Richard Dawkins dramatically challenged the arguments for a belief in God, in a movement called New Atheism.  Here are some pointers to help you survive an aggressive atheist argument.

Beyond Today Dailys - A Biblical Worldview: The Solar Eclipse - A Warning Message from God of Impending Doom?

April 05, 2024 16:24 - 11 MB

What is the significance of the upcoming total solar eclipse on April 8, relating to biblical prophecy and God's power?

Beyond Today Television Program - Should I Celebrate Easter?

April 05, 2024 15:00 - 19.5 MB

Discover how Easter's practices, such as bunnies, colored eggs and sunrise services are related to unbiblical pagan myths.

Blogs - Five Essential Time Management Principles From the Bible

April 03, 2024 15:00

Probably most of us have expressed these kinds of frustrations. We live in a crazy busy, fast-paced world, and often have a lot of demands on our time. However, our time is a finite resource. Here are five time management principles derived from the Bible.

Beyond Today Television Program - The Ten Commandments: From Obedience to Virtue

March 29, 2024 15:05 - 19.5 MB

Learn how keeping God’s commandments develops your inner person to reflect God’s righteous ways.

Beyond Today Dailys - A Biblical Worldview: The Crucifixion Was Not on Friday

March 27, 2024 19:16 - 7.4 MB

Christians commemorate Good Friday as Jesus' crucifixion day, but evidence suggests otherwise.

Beyond Today Dailys - Did Jesus Christ Teach Easter?

March 26, 2024 14:15 - 1.5 MB

The truth about Jesus' death and resurrection is very different from what most Christians believe.

Beyond Today Dailys - A Biblical Worldview: Christ Gave Only One Sign That He Is the Messiah

March 22, 2024 18:08 - 8.75 MB

Jesus Christ's claim of being the Messiah rested on one sign: spending three days and nights in the grave, paralleling Jonah's experience in the belly of a whale. This challenges the tradition of Good Friday and Easter Sunday.

Beyond Today Television Program - God’s Holy Day Plan

March 22, 2024 15:30 - 19.5 MB

The observance of God’s festivals provides the key to understanding His astounding plan for the salvation of all humanity.

Beyond Today Dailys - A Biblical Worldview: Why Hamas Attacked Israel

March 15, 2024 19:15 - 10.8 MB

In a televised statement a Palestinian military spokesman cited the real reason Hamas brutally attacked Israel back on October 7. He didn't cite territory or hate, but what he revealed has significant implications for the future of the entire region and world.

Beyond Today Television Program - Russia and Bible Prophecy

March 15, 2024 15:30 - 19.5 MB

As Russia aggressively reasserts itself on the world stage, learn how the Bible strongly indicates it will play a major role in end-time events.

Beyond Today Dailys - A Biblical Worldview: Can There Be a Gaza Ceasefire?

March 12, 2024 16:19 - 6.51 MB

United Church of God president, Rick Shabi, discusses the ongoing conflict in Gaza, discussing Israeli airstrikes, humanitarian concerns, the likelihood of a lasting ceasefire and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's stance on continuing the fight against Hamas.

Beyond Today Television Program - The Way: Part 5: When a Church Dies

March 08, 2024 17:00 - 19.5 MB

This occurred in a congregation that had been on fire for the Gospel. Could it be happening in your church?

Beyond Today Magazine - Teen Mental Health: Light at the End of the Tunnel

March 06, 2024 19:11

The minds of young people are being pummeled every day by an increasingly wayward culture and time spent plugged into social media. Let’s look at the broadening scope of the crisis—and explore realistic solutions.

Beyond Today Magazine - Three Levels of Jesus Christ’s Great Sacrifice

March 06, 2024 15:09

Jesus died to redeem us from sin and its penalties. However, the laying down of His life in sacrifice started long before that. Let’s zoom out to a broader perspective.

Beyond Today Magazine - False Religion vs. The Way

March 05, 2024 20:42

Paganism is inclusive. True Christianity, once called the Way, is not. Its original followers passionately rejected the concepts and practices of religions not based on the Bible. What does that mean for you?

Beyond Today Magazine - Adaptation: Designed by God, Not From Evolution

March 05, 2024 20:07

Genetic adaptation to environment has been attributed to natural selection for advantageous mutations. But scientists have recently learned that adaptations come mostly from genetic switches responding to circumstances—proof of design, as attested by the Bible.

Beyond Today Magazine - Why You Don’t Have an Immortal Soul

March 04, 2024 20:11

One of the most prevalent beliefs of traditional Christianity is that people have immortal souls which, at death, leave the body and go to heaven or hell. But, surprising as it may be, the Bible teaches no such concept!

Beyond Today Magazine - Follow Me: The Great Decision

March 04, 2024 13:49

The horror of what Jesus was facing drove Him to pray for another way, but He chose to submit to His Father’s will—as we all must do in everything to be His followers.

Beyond Today Magazine - Current Events & Trends: March/April 2024

March 03, 2024 19:36

An overview of events and conditions around the world featured in the March/April 2024 issue of Beyond Today.

Beyond Today Magazine - Is This How We Live Forever? What Tech Doesn’t Fathom About the Spirit of the Human Mind

March 01, 2024 18:14

What is the secret of human consciousness and intellect? Is it purely materialistic—a matter of biochemical programming science can duplicate? Or is there a nonphysical, spiritual element in the mind? Is it what many call the soul—or something else? And what does it mean for life beyond death?

Beyond Today Television Program - 5 Steps to Real Change: Part 4 - The Gift of the Holy Spirit

March 01, 2024 16:00 - 19.5 MB

God wants you to change but doesn’t expect you do it alone. Learn how He will help.

Beyond Today Magazine - Missing From Science: The Spiritual Element in Man

February 28, 2024 18:43

The spirit of the human mind is a wonderful thing. It gives us understanding, purpose and a way to connect with God. Thank God for that gift.

Beyond Today Magazine - Letters From Our Readers: March/April 2024

February 28, 2024 10:23

Readers of Beyond Today magazine share their thoughts in the March/April 2024 issue.

Beyond Today Dailys - A Biblical Worldview: "He Gets Us" - Do You Get Him?

February 27, 2024 18:50 - 8.84 MB

United Church of God president, Rick Shabi, responds to the thought-provoking Super Bowl ad "He Gets Us" which depicts Jesus washing feet, sparking discussions about its significance. That ad has created a lot of discussion and revealed how many people do not really know why Jesus washed His disciples’ feet. So the question is asked, “Jesus Gets Us, but do you really 'get' Him," then Mr. Shabi goes to the Bible to answer those questions.

Beyond Today Magazine - Beyond Today Magazine: March–April 2024

February 26, 2024 17:41

What is the secret of human consciousness? Modern science and technology have been attempting to duplicate it through artificial intelligence. Some even dream of transferring human minds over to computers as the means to living into eternity. But this discounts a vital nonmaterial component of the human mind—what the Bible refers to as the spirit in man. It is this spirit that imparts human intellect to the human brain, also enabling moral choices. Most who accept a spiritual aspect to human ...

Breaking Free - Powerless with Alcohol: How God Rescued Me

February 25, 2024 21:23

The title of my story is based on the first of the twelve steps of Alcoholics Anonymous, which is stated and described in the AA "Big Book," Alcoholics Anonymous. I'll tell you a little of my story to show how this statement applied to me.

Beyond Today Television Program - The Truth About Heaven Is Better Than You Think

February 23, 2024 15:30 - 19.5 MB

The Bible doesn’t teach that you go to heaven upon death. But what it does expound is marvelous!

Beyond Today Dailys - A Biblical Worldview: Where Is the West and the United States in the Coming New World Order?

February 20, 2024 20:31 - 8.18 MB

United Church of God President Rick Shabi discusses recent global events, particularly the conflicts in Ukraine and Israel, and how the world looks to "the West," and America for direction. He shows how these conflicts are leading to new alliances and a possible new world order. 

Beyond Today Television Program - The Trinity Vs. The Bible

February 16, 2024 16:15 - 19.5 MB

Millions believe God consists of three distinct persons or entities—but this concept is nowhere found in the Bible.

Blogs - What Not to Say to Someone Who Is Hurting

February 15, 2024 19:00

How can we improve our comforting skills? It really starts with understanding what not to say. These six responses usually do more harm than good.

Beyond Today Dailys - Where Is Lent in the Bible?

February 15, 2024 16:30 - 828 KB

The Bible shows the truth behind popular customs like Lent.

Beyond Today Dailys - A Biblical Worldview: Tucker Said He Didn’t Know Why - Understanding the Decline of English-Speaking Nations

February 13, 2024 17:33 - 8.55 MB

United Church of God President Rick Shabi explores the reasons behind the societal challenges facing English-speaking nations like the United States, Canada, Great Britain, and Australia, as highlighted by Tucker Carlson's recent comments.

Beyond Today Dailys - The Truth about Valentine's Day

February 09, 2024 17:15 - 1.55 MB

Should Christians keep Valentine's Day?

Beyond Today Dailys - Should Christians Keep Mardi Gras?

February 09, 2024 17:00 - 1.78 MB

Mardi Gras has its roots in religious tradition. But what does the Bible say?

Beyond Today Television Program - The Way: Part 4 - The Life-Changing Promise of the Father

February 09, 2024 16:00 - 19.5 MB

This means His Spirit helps you curb fear while developing faith, love and a sound mind.

Beyond Today Dailys - A Biblical Worldview: What Vivek Said Was Right

February 05, 2024 20:44 - 7.69 MB

In this thought-provoking video, United Church of God President Rick Shabi responds to a comment by former presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy regarding the shift in global dynamics. The discussion revolves around the erosion of personal freedoms, a move towards a centralized decision-making structure by an elite few, and the potential consequences for society.

Beyond Today Television Program - 5 Steps to Real Change: Part 3 - Repentance and Baptism

February 02, 2024 16:00 - 19.5 MB

Taking these two spiritual steps are the most important actions you could ever perform.

Magnified - How to Reflect God's Light In Your Daily Life

February 01, 2024 20:57 - 4.43 MB

Jesus Himself told His followers: You are the light of the world. What does “being a light” actually mean, and what does it not mean?

Beyond Today Magazine - Dive Deeper: March-April 2024

January 31, 2024 18:46

Here you'll find links to all the additional resources listed in the pages of the magazine in the "Dive Deeper" boxes near the end of each article in the March-April 2024 issue.

Beyond Today Television Program - Headline Prophets

January 26, 2024 16:30 - 19.4 MB

Many Christian leaders today make bizarre prophetic assertions about news events. Learn how not to be misled by their claims.

Blogs - A Year of Division... or a Year of Unity?

January 26, 2024 11:11

How should we, as Christians, react to prolonged instances of fear, worry or strain?

Beyond Today Television Program - Are You Saved?

January 19, 2024 16:00 - 19.4 MB

Being saved means being rescued from the eternal penalty of sin. But, is it an event or a process? What must you do to be saved?

Blogs - An Investment in Your Family

January 19, 2024 03:42

What type of investment has the best return? An investment into your family!

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