Tolerant, loyal, considerate — all words that represent our Mormon friends. Yet, asking hard questions about differing religions initiates twitchiness in the most kindhearted individuals. As much as the world paints the picture of similarity between Mormonism and evangelical Christianity, one thing is certain: both beliefs can’t be right. The Good News interviewed Pastor Dan Plourde of...
I’m not a prophet, nor the son of a prophet. But it doesn’t take a prognosticator to predict a few trends I believe we’ll see in the next year. Here are a few trends to watch in 2012, in my humble opinion. The world will not end in 2012, contrary to Mayan predictions. To borrow a...
If you have been a Christian for any length of time, you have undoubtedly encountered other Christians who have very different views and beliefs on various issues. When it comes to things that the Bible doesn’t spell out in black and white, much room is left for personal interpretation and subsequent debate. Whether it’s the timing...
Many people are familiar with the verse “Be still and know that I am God” found in Psalm 46:10 and a lot of individuals can say that they have been encouraged to quiet their minds in an attempt to tune out the noise of the world and hear God speak. So, in an effort to spend quiet time with...
Imagine a weekend where some of the most dynamic pastors and speakers of our day gather together for a powerful time of sharing God’s word. Imagine music for that weekend being led by Hillsong United, today’s very essence of cutting-edge modern worship. And imagine that this is all taking place in your back yard in just...
Pastor Richard Wurmbrand, author of 18 books, was a Romanian Christian Minister of Jewish descent who had the misfortune of growing up during a time of severe anti-Semitism in Communist Romania. Pastor Wurmbrand had publicly declared that Christianity and Communism were incompatible, and thus Pastor Wurmbrand was tortured mercilessly and imprisoned for 14 years for his beliefs; his wife Sabina was imprisoned...
The sky seems to be significantly darker these days. Global turmoil shouts at us with war, natural disasters, economic failure, and far too much injustice. Women and children are being sold over and over again as commodities in nearly every nation and the world seems to sit strangely idle… as if it’s just mere media hype and...
The Good News recently caught up with 18 year old Madison Baczewski, the youngest Freedom Climber, who also happens to be a South Florida native. Counting down the days until January 11, here is what Madison had to say about the upcoming Freedom Climb: The Good News (TGN): Will you tell us a little bit about yourself first? Madison Baczewski (MB): ...
2012 is around the corner and for those already attending universities across South Florida or others who are considering where to apply, one thing is for certain - the January term of new classes is approaching quickly. One particular degree that has continued to show a favorable trend as far as desirability and is the preferred choice among working professionals is...