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At this time of the year it is traditional for men and women to express their hopes for the future in wishing one another ‘a happy new year.’ Sadly for many, this is not the case. The recent flooding in Bangladesh has caused terrible hardship and loss of life, while the aftermath of September 11th 2001 is still being felt around the world.

Where will it all end?
The Bible has the answer to this question and provides assurance for the future. Bible prophecy is very relevant to current affairs in the 21st Century. Many prophecies put the spotlight on the Middle East that has been headline news for so long. The key to the future lies in that tiny nation of Israel, whose impact on the world’s political arena is indeed totally disproportionate to its size.

Israel was the birthplace of Jesus and at this time of year people all over the world are again making preparations for Christmas. How many will truly celebrate the birth of the one they profess to follow? The teaching and example of Jesus is the basis of Christianity but many who call themselves Christians fail to read and understand the true message of Christianity as found in the Bible.

Some of Christ’s words are not easy to understand. If we are to become his disciples it is essential that we understand what he taught. Jesus said:

‘everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock.’ [Matthew 7.24 NIV]

If you build on this firm foundation you can have hope for the future in an uncertain world. Fo far too many people, the world is not a happy place now and probably won't be any happier in the year to come - unless in the New Year we see the return of Jesus to set up God's kingdom. As each day passes, his return is more and more likely.