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US bombed near Baghdad, ground troops might be needed for ISIS, and ISIS reportedly threatened Pope Francis

General Martin E. Dempsey and Pope Francis COGwriter The USA is fighting against ISIS who may also be trying to kill Pope Francis: September 16, 2014 US in first air strike near Baghdad on Isil as jihadists shoot down Syria plane In a sign America had already begun widening its campaign against Isil, the US [...]

Kiev proposes more autonomy for its east, while it tries to get closer to the West

Petro Poroshenko (Αντώνης Σαμαράς Πρωθυπουργός της Ελλάδας) COGwriter Ukraine is working on trying to make deals in the east and west: September 16, 2014 Ukraine’s parliament has adopted legislation giving greater autonomy to the separatist regions in the east of the country, as well as amnesty for most of those involved in recent fighting with [...]

Astrology and Getting the Gospel Out in Mandarin

Astrological Signs COGwriter Many are fascinated by astrology, but this it is not the source of truth or real knowledge of the future. While astrology is popular in the West, it is also popular in the far East.  The Continuing Church of God has information about astrology and its dangers is several articles as well [...]

COG News in Spanish

COGwriter The Continuing Church of God continues to get additional materials translated into the Spanish language. Here are links to some of recent news items and articles that were received here today: Ukrainian fighting, Kazakhstan, and the Eurasian Union Ucranianos combatiendo, Kazahistán, y la Unión Euroasiática http://www.cdlidd.es/ucranianos-comba... 11 commercial jets taken in Libya: A terrorist [...]

NFL admits nearly 1 in 3 players will develop cognitive problems

COGwriter For decades I have opposed the violent sport of American tackle football.  For years I have put some of those warnings in writing.  The sport is more dangerous than most people realize. The National Football League (NFL) has finally released information showing how bad the sport is for at least one horrible effect on [...]

Interest rates to rise? Short and long term ramifications

Janet Yellen, Federal Reserve Chair COGwriter There are two events this week that the Wall Street Journal believes may have significant economic impact: September 15, 2014 Enough of the quiet data weeks. This one could be a blockbuster, with two major events dominating headlines. On Wednesday all eyes turn to Federal Reserve Chairwoman Janet Yellen’s [...]

Might Philadelphians wander to the place of protection?

COGwriter Are some of God’s people actually going to flee right before the tribulation? According to Jesus, the answer is yes. Jesus taught: 20 And pray that your flight may not be in winter or on the Sabbath. 21 For then there will be great tribulation, such as has not been since the beginning of [...]

Pope Francis objecting to current ‘piecemeal’ World War III; Vatican radio reports bishops blasting Russia for blood in Ukraine

COGwriter Pope Francis spoke about war today and yesterday: September 14, 2014 Pope Francis made an impassioned appeal for peace in the world during his Angelus address… Before leading the faithful in the recitation of the Angelus prayer, the Pope entrusted the Church to Our Lady of Sorrows, whose feast is celebrated tomorrow. “To Her [...]

GCI’s Bernie Schnippert died

The old Worldwide Church of God used to own the above buildings, which since have been demolished. COGwriter The former legal counsel for Grace Communion International (GCI) as well as former employee of the old Worldwide Church of God (WCG), Bernie Schnippert has died: Bernie Schnippert passed away ​Friday night about 7 PM as he [...]

Complexities and concerns about impact of Scottish referendum

Flag of Scotland COGwriter The situation related  to the referendum for independence in Scotland is concerning many and encouraging some, and may complicate various matters if approved.  Current polls tend to suggest it may not become independent, but concerns exist: September 14, 2014 (Reuters) – The future of Scotland and the United Kingdom looked uncertain [...]