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The Day of Atonement and Its Meanings

(Photo from Pexels) COGwriter Until sunset today is the Day of Atonement. In the original Hebrew, the Bible calls the day Yom Hakippurim (which is Hebrew for “Day of the Atonements”). The original rites and practices for the Day of Atonement are set forth in the sixteenth chapter of Leviticus (cf. Exodus 30:10; Leviticus 23:27-31, […]

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Fasting tips for the Day of Atonement

People Fasting in New Zealand COGwriter From sunset the 1st of October through sunset the 2nd of October is the Day of Atonement for 2025. On the Day of Atonement, the Bible says to “afflict your souls” (Leviticus 23:32). In Isaiah 58:5 the Bible teaches that a fasting day is a day to afflict one’s […]

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No surprise: Another partial shut down for the government of the United States–as debt continues to rise

Source: MichaelPRamirez.com http://www.zerohedge.com/news/2016-09... COGwriter The US Senate failed to approve a bill to allow the funding of the US government: October 1, 2025 The federal government is officially entering a partial shutdown on Wednesday after the midnight funding deadline passed with Democrats and Republicans failing to agree on a funding bill. An earlier attempt by […]

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BibleNewsProphecy magazine: October-December 2025: Antipope-Antichrist

The latest magazine from the Continuing Church of God is now available. Here is a link: Bible News Prophecy magazine October-December 2025. In This Issue: From the Editor: Repackaged Pagan Holidays. Shortly after the Feast of Tabernacles each year, there are a series of holidays that many observe that have the origins in paganism. Christians […]

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USA-Africa trade deal expires today, while the European Union is Africa’s biggest trade partner

(European Union and African Union 25 year trade deal) COGwriter The trade deal between the USA and Africa is set to expire today: The trade agreement between the United States and sub-Saharan African nations, known as AGOA (African Growth and Opportunity Act), is set to expire on September 30. Though some are still hopeful for […]

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Trump Administrations 20 point ‘peace plan’ is still not the deal of Daniel 9:27

Symbol of Israeli-Palestinian Peace Process COGwriter The European Union hopes that Hamas will accept the 20 point peace plan that the US White House announced: EU leaders welcome Trump’s Gaza plan, urge Hamas to accept it ‘without delay’ 30 September 2025 European leaders, from Ursula von der Leyen to Emmanuel Macron, have reacted positively to […]

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Satan’s destiny and the Day of Atonement y Espanol

17th Century Depiction of the Binding of Satan COGwriter Many wonder about Satan’s destiny. Part, but not all, of that is related to the Day of Atonement. The Day of Atonement lasts from sunset October 1st until sunset October 2nd in 2025. (A version of this article is also available in Spanish: http://www.cdlidd.es/el-macho-cabrio-...). A unique […]

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Satan’s destiny and the Day of Atonement

17th Century Depiction of the Binding of Satan COGwriter Many wonder about Satan’s destiny. Part, but not all, of that is related to the Day of Atonement. The Day of Atonement lasts from sunset October 1st until sunset October 2nd in 2025. (A version of this article is also available in Spanish: http://www.cdlidd.es/el-macho-cabrio-...). A unique […]

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Digital identification being implemented in UK and Switzerland consistent with EU plans

(Pixabay picture) COGwriter The BBC reported the following: What is the plan for digital IDs and will they be mandatory? 29 September 2025 The government has announced plans to introduce a digital ID system across the UK, with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer saying it will ensure the country’s “borders are more secure”. The IDs […]

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Another close election pushes Moldova towards the EU, but by barring a political party, the results obscure pro-Russian sentiment

Moldovan Parliament (Photo via Wikipedia) COGwriter Election results from Moldova are being considered as pro-European Union. EuroNews reported the following: Moldova’s pro-EU party wins high-stakes parliamentary election 29 September 2025 Moldova’s pro-European Party of Action and Solidarity (PAS) claimed a clear lead and a new majority in parliamentary elections on Sunday, seen as pivotal for […]

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