Asheboro, North Carolina - United Church of God
Asheboro, North Carolina
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Commentary: Get Sick--Get Better
A study of the Bible shows considerable instruction about how to maintain good health.
Commentary: Layla Grace Will Live Again
Suffering, sickness, pain and death are realities in this present evil world we live in. But there is a future world coming—the Kingdom of God—when all suffering, sickness, pain and death will be abolished.
Archived Article: The World's a Mess--Can You Be Positive?
There is a way to be positive in spite of troubling news.
Commentary: Financial Alchemy Puts Iceland in Hot Water
If you want to make money, you have to do real work with a real product rather than making doubtful bets with borrowed money.
Archived Article: The Three-Letter Word No One Wants to Talk About
It seems most people today don't really know what "sin" means. Two biblical festivals can help us understand why God considers sin so bad.
Commentary: What Comes After "Try, Try Again"?
Staying motivated is often a challenge when we're constantly facing trials.
Archived Article: Let Me Introduce You to God
In fact, I'd like you to meet the whole family.
Commentary: Snow or "Snowmageddon"
Although extreme winter storms can sometimes create havoc with roads, is there some benefit from this unique element of God's creation, besides skiing and sledding?
Commentary: Tim Tebow, Abortion and Human Potential
All humans—including you and me—have an incredible potential that goes far beyond our physical lives.
Archived Article: A Return to Eden: An End to Hunger and Disease
The plight of the sick, poor and hungry makes us long for the day when a real utopia will spread around the earth!
Archived Article: What Does the Bible Say About... Who Is a Christian?
God's Word is quite clear that one cannot just decide to be a Christian, one has to be invited!
Commentary: "I'm a Barbie Girl"
Fashion is on every girl's mind. Wanting to look your best is part of our nature, and admittedly it makes us feel really good. But is there a balance between being modest and trendy? Is it even possible to be both? Does God care about how we look?
Archived Article: There's Music in the Bible
Surprising to some, Scripture includes many references to singing and musical instruments being played in worshipping God and in everyday life.
Beyond Today Commentary: Inside the Gold Casket
If you try to hide behind a coffin of gold in order to impress others--no matter how beautiful the outside is, it doesn't change what's inside.
Beyond Today Program: Resolving Conflict in Your Life
Peace can't be found in your life until you recognize the problem lies within you. Learn how to be a peacemaker.
Commentary: Don't Take a Tiger by the Tail!
Golf icon and celebrity Tiger Woods was recently caught holding the tail of an extremely destructive "tiger" the sin of adultery. No one escapes this "tiger" unharmed.
Archived Article: Did God Intend A Difference?
Opinions abound, but let's see what the Bible has to say about the roles of men and women.
Beyond Today Commentary: John Hancock
Has your signature let God know where you stand?
Beyond Today Program: When God Doesn't Make Sense
Are troubles in your life unbearable? Do you believe God has left you in the dark? Discover the comforting answer.
Commentary: Don't Be a Dilbert
How do we handle delayed gratification in the workplace?
