The freedom released by the birth of the American Republic resulted in such a burst of initiative, advancing technology, and wealth creation that other nations were compelled to allow their citizens increasing economic freedom. This resulted in other freedoms, and soon other republics were formed, which resulted in a new age of liberty and unprecedented progress. 

         For all of the spectacular benefits of the emerging free market, this was unexplored territory. Pioneers have rarely found the best course through new territory without making mistakes, and it was the same for the...

         If we look at the history of mankind from the Christian perspective it is more than just a journey; it is a magnificent adventure. Like most adventures, there have been setbacks, failures, and dangers everywhere, along with advances and victories. Because the end of the story has already been written, we know that an ultimate, glorious victory to our present struggle is both certain and near. Then there will be healing for every evil deed done and mankind’s future is even brighter than we can imagine. 

         Yet, in our time the darkness looms ever greater...

         The motives and actions of some of the American Founders were influenced by biblical prophecy. This perspective so shaped America, from the first colonies until this time, that it is not possible to understand America without understanding why and how these prophecies did this. This is a general overview of them, but we can expound on them in more detail in later Briefs as needed to better understand the course of American history.

         The prophecies of Scripture are unique in human history. No other religion, philosophy, or worldview has anything to compare with them....

     We have come to the time when the distinctions between God’s ways and the ways of those who reject and resist Him are clear. Biblical prophecy calls this time “the Valley of Decision.” With the distinctions made clear to all, every individual and every nation will either make the choice to follow God or side with His enemies. There will be no middle ground for anyone.

     Jesus said in Matthew 12:30, “He who is not with Me is against Me; and he who does not gather with Me scatters.” This has been true since Jesus walked...

         In biblical prophecy the end of this age is called “the great and terrible day of The Lord.” How is it both “great” and “terrible”? It will be great for some and terrible for others. One of the purposes for these Briefs is so that we can be sure to be on the “great” side. However, this implies that it will be either, with no in-between. There is no middle ground in the ultimate battle between good and evil. We will all choose which side we are on. 

         Biblical prophecy has proven sure and accurate, and it...