[Following is an updated contents/ digest list that describes Christian Research Newsletter articles available at ICLNET directory, /pub/resources/text/cri/cri-nwsl/. The information in this file supersedes indexing for the Journal portion of file CRLST003.TXT. Thank you. - ICLnet, 7/29/95]. CRN0001A.TXT Ex-JWs by B & D Rush From the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 1: Number 3 (page 1, 1988), "Jehovah's Witnesses, A Name I Was Barely Acquainted With" Read about Bob and Debbie Rush, and their search for truth and eternal life. Is the Watchtower "God's organization" on earth as Jehovah's Witnesses claim? Is it an organization which reflects the love and concern that God longs to see in His followers? Is the Watchtower the 'way, the truth, and the life' or is it guilty of false prophesy? Here you will find the answers two ex-Jehovah's Witnesses found to these and other questions. CRN0002A.TXT Nostradamus: Psychic, Prophet? From the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 1: Number 3 (page 2, 1988), "Nostradamus" Who's the most enduring prophet of the last 500 years? If you said, Nostradamus, you would be right. How accurate are his prophecies? Did he predict a major earthquake for California? More importantly, what is the source of his information? Read about Michel Nostradamus, the sixteenth century astrologer and physician who is still being listened to, centuries after his death. CRN0003A.TXT Positive Confession Mvmt. Dangers From the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 1: Number 3 (page 3, 1988), "Growing Dangers in the Positive Confession Faith Teachings" by Walter Martin. From early on Positive Confession was one of the more well know teachings of the Word-Faith movement. It is also known or nick-named the Health and Wealth/Prosperity Gospel, and Name-It-And-Claim-It, or Blab-It-And-Grab-It. In this brief article Dr. Martin reviews the progress into deeper error the movement has seen since 1980. CRN0004A.TXT I Quit Masonry For Christ, Washum From the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 1: Number 4 (page 1, 1988), "Masonry, My Savior, and Me." The Masonic Order is one of the most highly regarded organizations in the world. But is the Masonic Order everything it seems to be? Is it an organization that a Christian should be involved in? Read about the experiences of Duane Washum. Find out how he discovered that much goes on in a Masonic Lodge that is an offence to God. Learn about the blood oaths and blasphemies that are permitted in the Lodge. CRN0005A.TXT Hindu Turns To Christ "The Choice: To Follow Jesus Christ. The Price: To Go Alone with the Lord," an article from the Christian Research Newsletter, 1989, 2: 1. Go on a spiritual journey with Dr. Mahendra Singhal, as he describes his life as a Hindu. Dissatisfied with being subject to the laws of karma and the wrath of the gods, he remained open to alternatives. Read about how God opened doors for Dr. Singhal, showing him a far different God than he had ever imagined. CRN0006A.TXT How 'New Age' is New Age Music? "How 'New Age' is New Age Music?," an article from the Christian Research Newsletter, 1989, 2: 1. Should the Christian listen to it? Will simply hearing this music open us up to demonic suggestions? Christian Research Institute's Elliot Miller fills us in on the growing field of New Age Music. CRN0007A.TXT M. Fox's Jesus, SDA update,est/Forum Includes the following unrelated items from the Christian Research Newsletter (Volume 2: Number 2, 1989): 1) a brief book review of Matthew Fox's _The Coming Of The Cosmic Christ_, with an explanation of some problems with Fox's view of the "Cosmic Christ" and "deep ecumenism." 2) an abstract of an article from our Journal regarding issues of controversy in Seventh Day Adventism and how some Adventists relate to these issues from an evangelical perspective. 3) letters to the editor on Mormonism and concerns regarding est/the Forum. CRN0008A.TXT Young couple "emancipated" frm LDS "Emancipation From Mormonism" (an article from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 2: Number 2, 1989) -- testimony of how two lifelong Mormons struggled with LDS teachings. Tanya was the president of her "Mutual Class" in the Mormon church, but had questions and then nightmares. David received the Aaronic Priesthood and planned on being a missionary, but began dabbling in the occult and had a memorable encounter with evil one night. Afterwards the doors were opened to finding out things about Mormonism and the Bible that they had been unaware of previously. CRN0009A.TXT NSA Buddhist turns to Jesus Christ Jim Stevens was on a pilgrimage to find truth. In his search he turned to Nichiren Shoshu Buddhism. You will read about the shocking reaction of his fellow Buddhists when he had a serious accident, and when he and other followers began asking questions about Buddhist teachings and practices. You will also learn how the power of prayer by a Christian friend led Jim out of the coldness of Buddhism into the warm, waiting arms of Jesus Christ. From the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 3: Number 1, 1990. CRN0010A.TXT Walter Martin's Memorial Service "Memorial Service For Dr. Walter Martin" (articles from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 2: Number 4, 1989). Dr. Martin died June 26, 1989. This file records his memorial service and the words of his wife, Darlene, some of his children, some long-time friends of his, and the tributes of various Christian leaders. Also included is a brief chronology of his ministry. CRN0011A.TXT Bernie Siegel/Healing/Commu Chapel "Research Notes" (articles from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 2: Number 5, 1989) Briefly covers the Seattle area Community Chapel, Bernie Siegel and Healing. CRN0012A.TXT Hank Hanegraaff: Biograh/Testimony "Hendrik H. Hanegraaff, Interview, Biography, And Testimony" (articles from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 2: Number 5, 1989.) Hank Hanegraaff is the current president of Christian Research Institute. CRN0013A.TXT "Satanism" by Walter Martin "Satanism on the Rise" (an article from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 2: Number 5, 1989, page 5) by Dr. Walter Martin. The article, Dr. Martin's last prior to his death, notes the increased media interest in the subject and calls the Church back away from sensational preoccupation to consider the work of Satan in the Church today. CRN0014A.TXT CRI in Sao Paulo, Brazil - History "Project Brazil" (an article from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 2: Number 6, 1989, page 8). Paul Carden, CRI's International Director, describes the occult bondage experienced by millions of Brazilians as the background to CRI's ministry in South America. CRN0015A.TXT Understanding "Lordship Salvation" "Understanding the Lordship Salvation Controversy" (an article from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 2: Number 6, 1989, page 3) by Bob Lyle. The controversy has divided some quarters of evangelical Christianity into warring factions. The issue involved is the nature of salvation and saving faith: What _is_ saving faith? CRN0016A.TXT Personal Witness Training "Personal Witness Training: Your Handle on the Great Commission" (an article from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 2: Number 6, 1989, page 4) by Hank Hanegraaff. CRN0017A.TXT Questions and Answers "Words from the Founder" (a column from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 2: Number 6, 1989, page 5) by Dr. Walter Martin. This file features excerpts are from Dr. Martin's tape, "Best of Martin: Questions and Answers at Bible Class" (Part 1). CRN0018A.TXT Rescued from 20 Years in New Age "Rescued from 20 Years in the New Age Movement" (an article from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 2: Number 6, 1989) by Cathy Fowler. CRN0019A.TXT Research Notes / Project Brazil "Research Notes" and "Project Brazil" (columns from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 3: Number 1, 1990) by Ron Rhodes. Covers: LDS Use of Media; Worldwide Church of God Income; Alamo Sues Jewish Group; Battle Over Homosexual Clergy; Churchgoers Turning to Ritualism; Reverend Moon's Produces Worst Film; CUT Doomsaying and 1989 Outreach to Spiritists in Brazil CRN0020A.TXT Research Notes / International "International" and "Research Notes" (articles from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 3: Number 2, 1990) by Ron Rhodes and William M. Alnor. Covers: CRN0021A.TXT Research Notes / International "Research Notes" and "International" (columns from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 3: Number 3, 1990) by Ron Rhodes, William Alnor, Marian Bodine and Paul Carden. Covers: Nancy Reagan's Astrologer Publishes Book, Christian Science Church Explains its Beliefs in Full-Page Ads, Hare Krishnas Protest $5 Million Court Award, Hare Krishnas Are Returning to Airports with a New Approach, Elizabeth Clare Prophet Continues to Warn of Imminent Doom, TBN Torpedoes Agreement to Expose Moon Funding of Christian Ministries, Changes in Mormon Temple Ceremony, Cults Seize New Opportunities in East Bloc CRN0022A.TXT Research Notes / International "Research Notes" and "International" (columns from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 3: Number 4, 1990) by Ron Rhodes, Bob Lyle, and Paul Carden. Covers: Christian Scientists David and Ginger Twitchell Convicted of Manslaughter in Boston, The Church of Scientology Provides High-tech, Doomsday-Proof Protection for the Writings of L. Ron Hubbard, Foreign Influence Grows in the Seventh-day Adventist Church, Unification Church's Global Assets Could Be as High as $2 Billion, Which Bible Translation Can You Trust?, CRI Brazil's Expanding Radio Outreach, International Fund Established CRN0023A.TXT Research Notes / International "Research Notes" and "International" (columns from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 3: Number 5, 1990) by Ron Rhodes and Paul Carden. Covers:The _New Revised Standard Version_ of the Bible Eliminates Many Male-Centered Terms, The Boston Church of Christ Attempts to Keep a Low Profile in the Western United States, The Persian Gulf Crisis Stirs Doomsday Predictions of Armageddon, Reverend Sun Myung Moon Hints that He is the Messiah to the "Assembly of the World Religions, Despite a Vatican Ban, Catholic Pilgrims Continue to Flock to Medjugorje, Contending for the Faith, Jehovah's Witness Outreach a Resounding Success, East Bloc Update, Police Raid Stuns Children of God in Spain CRN0024A.TXT Winterburn: Ex-Occultist Testimony "Delivered from Twelve Years of Occult Bondage" (an article from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 3: Number 2, 1990) by Karen Winterburn. CRN0025A.TXT Maharaj: Ex-Hindu Testimony "Death of a Guru: The Personal Testimony of Rabi Maharaj" (an article from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 3: Number 3, 1990) by Rabi Maharaj. CRN0026A.TXT Ex-Word Faith Testimony "Freedom from the Faith Movement: The Personal Testimony of Jeff Beard" (an article from the Testimony column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 3: Number 4, 1990) by Jeff Beard. CRN0027A.TXT Scott: Ex-Scientology Testimony "An 'Insider's' View of Scientology: Keith and Shawn Scott Interviewed by CRI President Hank Hanegraaff" (an article from the Interview column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 3: Number 5, 1994) by Hank Hanegraaff. CRN0028A.TXT Spiritual Multiplication, Athiesm, LDS Evangelism "Spiritual Multiplication," "The Folly of Denying God," and "Mormons -- A Mission Field On Your Doorstep" (articles from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 3: Numbers 1, 2 & 3, 1990) by Hank Hanegraaff. CRN0029A.TXT Gossip and Compromise "Christians and 'the Cult of Gossip'" and "The Cult of Compromise" (articles from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 3: Numbers 4 and 5, 1990) by Hank Hanegraaff. CRN0030A.TXT Boldness Baptism /Demonıs Doctrines "Baptism of Boldness," and "Doctrines of Demons," (articles from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 3: Numbers 1 & 2, 1990) by Dr. Walter Martin. CRN0031A.TXT JWıs NWT, Reincarnation, Doctrinal Error "The New World Translation," "Reincarnation and the Bible," and "Confronting Doctrinal Error" (articles from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 3: Numbers 3, 4 and 5, 1990) by Dr. Walter Martin. CRN0032A.TXT General Questions and Answers "Questions and Answers on the Bible, the Cults, the Occult, and Aberrant Christian Teachings" (from The Bible Answer Man column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 3: Numbers 2, 3, 4 and 5, 1990) by Craig Hawkins, Ron Rhodes and Robert M. Bowman. Covers: death and the afterlife, the "faith teachers" view the death of Christ, how New Agers view sin and the Savior, questions on the Gospel of Matthew. CRN0033A.TXT Poole: Ex-Christian Scientist "Why I Left Christian Science. The Personal Testimony of Carolyn Poole." (an article from the Testimony column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 4: Number 3, 1991) by Carolyn Poole. CRN0034A.TXT Romeiro: Ex-Spiritist "Set Free from the Spirits: The Personal Testimony of Paulo Romeiro, Director of CRI Brazil" (an article from the Testimony column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 4: Number 4, 1991) by Paulo Romeiro. CRN0035A.TXT Research Notes / International "Research Notes" and "International" (an article from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 4: Number 3, 1991) by Ron Rhodes and Paul Carden. Covers: _Time_ Magazine Calls Scientology "The Thriving Cult of Greed and Power," Maharishi Mahesh Yogi and His Followers Fight Crime By Transcendental Meditation (TM), The Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) Rejects a Controversial Report on Sex by an Overwhelming Margin, The March/April Issue of _Back to Godhead_ -- "The Magazine of the Hare Krishna Movement" -- Urges Students in the Sect to Form Hare Krishna Clubs in Their Schools, Paulo Romeiro Visits U.S., Shares Vision for CRI in Latin America, Mormons, Jehovah's Witnesses Enlarge Facilities to Accommodate Swelling Missionary Forces, Miller's _Crash Course,_ Martin's _Kingdom_ in French; Other Languages to Follow. CRN0036A.TXT Research Notes / International "Research Notes" and "International" (columns from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 4: Number 4, 1991) by Ron Rhodes and Paul Carden. Covers: Troy Lawrence, Author of _New Age Messiah Identified_ (Huntington House), Is Exposed as a Fraud; New Agers Seeking Psychic Energy in Sedona, Arizona, Are Clashing with Conservative Churches, American Indians, and the U.S. Forest Service; The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Takes In an Estimated $4.7 Billion per Year, Controls at least 100 Companies or Businesses (Including a $300 Million-a-Year Media Conglomerate), and Has an Investment Portfolio in Excess of $1 Billion; Fugitive Cult Leader, Tony Alamo, Nabbed in Florida After a Two-Year Manhunt; Mormon Expansion Faces Cultural, Racial Obstacles Abroad; Soviet Update. CRN0037A.TXT Research Notes / International "Research Notes" and "International" (columns from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 4: Number 5, 1991) by Ron Rhodes and Paul Carden. Covers: The Christian Science Church Stands to Gain Some $92 Million by Distributing an "Authorized Version" of a Long-Suppressed Book about Its Founder, Mary Baker Eddy; Benny Hinn, Author of _Good Morning, Holy Spirit,_ Admits to Mistakes in the Book; An Internal Mormon Church Memorandum Indicates that a Secret Satanic Sect Could Be Operating among the Church's Members, According to the November 1991 _Salt Lake City Messenger._; Mormon Membership Passes the 8 Million Mark; "60 Minutes" Challenges Scientology on Prozac Issue; "Sects" Vex Visiting Pope. CRN0038A.TXT Islam, LDS, Cın Science and Resurrection "Christian Science and the Resurrection of Christ," "Witnessing to the Muslims," and "Mormons and Biblical Terminology" (articles from the Words from the Founder column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 4: Numbers 3, 4 and 5, 1991) by Walter Martin. CRN0039A.TXT Apologetics: Relevant Today? "Apologetics: Still Relevant Today?", "Is Roman Catholicism a Cult?" and "The Day the 'Magic' Died" (articles from the From The President column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 4: Numbers 3, 4 and 5, 1991) by Hank Hanegraaff. CRN0040A.TXT Questions and Answers "Questions and Answers on the Bible, the Cults, the Occult, and Aberrant Christian Teachings" (from The Bible Answer Man column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 4: Numbers 3, 4 and 5, 1991) by Robert M. Bowman, Ken Samples and Ron Rhodes. Covers: Does God know everything, including the things that human beings will choose to do in the future?; What are creeds, and why are they important?; Ron Rhodes answers three questions pertaining to Christ's relationship with the Father. CRN0041A.TXT Battle for the Resurrection "The Battle for the Resurrection: An Interview with Dr. Norman Geisler" (an article from the Interview column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 5: Number 1, 1992) by Ron Rhodes. CRN0042A.TXT Headline News / International "Headline News" and "International" (columns from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 5: Number 1, 1992) by Ron Rhodes and Paul Carden. Covers: An Appellate Court Has Ordered a Retrial in the Robin George--Hare Krishna Case; The Fear of Satanism's Spread Is Being Exploited by So-called Experts, Observers Say; Scientology Can Seriously Endanger the Health and Sanity of Children, Newspaper Reports; Jehovahıs Witnesses Growth Statstics; Nichiren Shoshu Cult Split by Battle with Priesthood; CRN0043A.TXT The Cults in Eastern Europe "A Moment of Opportunity. An Interview with Paul Carden" (an article from the Interview column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 5: Number 3, 1994) by Ron Rhodes. CRI international coordinator Paul Carden discusses the thirst for information on the cults in the former Soviet Union and its satellites, and CRI's plans to develop a more effective outreach to this needy part of the world. CRN0044A.TXT Paganism on the Rise "Paganism on the Rise: An Interview with Berit Kjos" (an article from the Interview column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 5: Number 4, 1992) by Ron Rhodes. CRN0045A.TXT Headline News / International "Headline News" and "International" (columns from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 5: Number 2, 1992) by Ron Rhodes and Paul Carden. CRN0046A.TXT Headline News "Headline News" (a column from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 5: Number 3, 1992) by Ron Rhodes. Covers: Critics of the Boston Church of Christ Call It a Cult and Accuse Its Leaders of Dictatorship; The Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Is Reportedly Moving Away from Its Mormon Roots toward Protestantism; The Church of Scientology Has Filed a $416-Million Libel Suit against _Time_ Magazine, Its Parent Company Time-Warner Inc., and Reporter Richard Behar. CRN0047A.TXT Headline News / International "Headline News" and "International" (columns from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 5: Number 4, 1992) by Ron Rhodes and Paul Carden. Covers: Is the Million-Dollar Ministry of Author and Comedian Mike Warnke Built on a Lie?; On August 8 the Head of the Dominican Order in Rome Decreed Matthew Fox's Dismissal Due to His New Age Teachings; Rajneesh's Commune in Poona, India Is More Prosperous than Ever since His Death. CRN0048A.TXT Resurrection: Miracle or Myth? "Are We Really Willing?" and "The Resurrection: Miracle or Myth?" (articles from the From The President column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 5: Numbers 1 and 2, 1992) by Hank Hanegraaff. CRN0050A.TXT Do's and Don'ts of Witnessing to Cultists "The Do's and Don'ts of Witnessing to Cultists," and "The Judgments of God" (articles from the From The Founder column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 5: Numbers 1 & 2, 1994) by Dr. Walter Martin. CRN0051A.TXT Jehovah's Witness Doctrine of Death "Jehovah's Witnesses and the Doctrine of Death," "The Danger of Spiritism," and "The Christmas Message and Old Testament Prophecy" (articles from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 5: Numbers 3-5, 1994) by Dr. Walter Martin. CRN0052A.TXT Questions and Answers "Questions and Answers" (from the Bible Answer Man column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 5: Numbers 1-5, 1994) by Ken Samples, Ron Rhodes, Marian Bodine and Elliot Miller. Covers: What is meant by the phrase, "sola scriptura"?, Is the Unity School of Christianity really Christian, or is it a cult?; Is there any justification for the Jehovah's Witnesses" insertion of the name "Jehovah" throughout their version of the New Testament? CRN0053A.TXT Future, Bible, and the Prophetic "The Future, the Bible, and Prophetic Scenarios" (an article from the Letter From The President column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 6: Number 1, 1993) by Hank Hanegraaff. CRN0055A.TXT Branch Davidian Deadly Delusions "The Branch Davidians: Deadly Delusions" (an article from the Letter From The President column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 6: Number 2, 1993) by Hank Hanegraaff. CRN0056A.TXT Is Christmas Christian? "Is Christmas Christian?" (an article from the From The President column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 6: Number 5, 1993) by Hank Hanegraaff. CRN0057A.TXT Interview With Chuck Colson "An Interview With Chuck Colson" (an article from the Interview column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 6: Number 2, 1993) by Hank Hanegraaff. CRN0058A.TXT Christianity In Crisis "Christianity In Crisis" (an article from the Interview column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 6: Number 3, 1993) by Ron Rhodes. CRN0059A.TXT Inductive Bible Study "Inductive Bible Study" (an article from the Interview column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 6: Number 4, 1993) by Ron Rhodes. CRN0060A.TXT Essential Truths of the Christian Faith "Essential Truths of the Christian Faith" (an article from the Interview column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 6: Number 5, 1993) by Ron Rhodes. CRN0061A.TXT Questions and Answers "Bible Answer Man: Questions and Answers" (a column from the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 6: Numbers 1-5, 1994) by Ken Samples, Ron Rhodes, and Elliot Miller. Covers: If the Bible is so clear, why are there so many denominations?; How do you respond to a Jehovah's Witness who claims that the 'great multitude' of Revelation 7:9 will spend eternity not in heaven (with the so-called 'anointed class') but on an earthly paradise?; Does Proverbs 8:22 refer to wisdom personified, or is this a reference to Jesus Christ? CRN0062A.TXT Accuracy of the Bible "Thy Word Is Truth" (an article from the Letter From The Founder column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 6: Number 1, 1993) by Walter Martin. CRN0063A.TXT Doctrine of the Trinity "The Doctrine of the Trinity" (an article from the From The Founder column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 6: Number 2, 1993) by Walter Martin. CRN0064A.TXT Does God Always Heal? "Does God Always Heal?" (an article from the From the Founder column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 6: Number 3, 1993) by Walter Martin. CRN0065A.TXT Insights on Spiritual Warfare "Insights on Spiritual Warfare" (an article from the From the Founder column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 6: Number 4, 1993) by Walter Martin. CRN0066A.TXT The Coming King "The Coming King" (an article from the From the Founder column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 6: Number 5, 1993) by Walter Martin. CRN0067A.TXT New In The Headlines "What's New In The Headlines" and "Announcing 'Project Europa'" (articles from the Headline News and International columns of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 6: Number 1, 1993) by Ron Rhodes and Paul Carden. Contents: Frederick W. Franz, President of the Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society, Died on December 22, 1992 at his Residence in the Society's Headquarters in Brooklyn, New York at Age 99; Spiritual and Metaphysical Books Are Expected to Increase in Sales as the Turn of the Millennium Draws Near; The Mormon Church Has Begun Expelling Extremists and "Ultraconservative Followers; Psychics' Predictions for 1992 Fail to Come to Pass, as Predicted; Announcing "Project EUROPA" -- a ministry to Eastern Europe. CRN0068A.TXT New In The Headlines "What's New In The Headlines" and "Scientology Celebrates Worldwide Growth" (articles from the Headline News and International columns of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 6: Number 2, 1993) by Ron Rhodes and Paul Carden. Covers: A New Dutch "Right-to-Die" Law Makes Euthanasia and Doctor-Assisted Suicide Easier; The Children of God -- A Sect that Fled from the United States in the Mid-1970s Amid Controversy -- Has Resurfaced in the United States as "the Family; Medical Schools Are Increasingly Teaching Students about the Alleged "Mind-Body Connection; Dominican Priest Matthew Fox Was Expelled by the Vatican on March 3; Scientology Celebrates Worldwide Growth. CRN0069A.TXT New In The Headlines "What's New In The Headlines" and "CRI Brazil Equipping Christians to Answer Faith Movement" (articles from the Headline News and International columns of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 6: Number 3, 1993) by Ron Rhodes and Paul Carden. Covers: Reports of the Death of Religion Are Greatly Exaggerated, a New Survey of People in a Dozen Nations Indicates; Islam Continues to Grow at a Fast Pace in the United States; A New National Survey Indicates that Only 1 Percent of Men Are Gay; In the Aftermath of the Fiery End of David Koresh's Branch Davidian Cult in Waco, Texas, Major Religious and Civil Liberties Organizations Have Issued a Joint Statement Opposing Any Government Attempt to Define What Is a Valid Religion; CRI Brazil Equipping Christians to Answer Faith Movement. CRN0070A.TXT New In The Headlines "What's New In The Headlines" and "Raids Rock COG" (articles from the Headline News and International columns of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 6: Number 4, 1993) by Ron Rhodes and Paul Carden. Covers: The 1993 Parliament of the World's Religions Met in Chicago August 28 to September 4, Involving Religious Leaders from Every Corner of the Globe and Virtually Every Imaginable Faith; Televangelist Benny Hinn Has Publicly Renounced Faith Theology; Massachusetts' Highest Court Has Reversed Its Conviction of Christian Scientists David and Ginger Twitchell over the Death of Their 2-year-old Son, Robyn; Raids Rock Children of God. CRN0071A.TXT New In The Headlines "What's New In The Headlines" and "CRI Serving Hispanic Believers with Spanish-Language Resources" (articles from the Headline News and International columns of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 6: Number 5, 1993) by Ron Rhodes and Paul Carden. Covers: Televangelist Robert Tilton's Television Show Goes Off the Air; The October 13, 1993 _Los Angeles Times_ reports that "after decades of feuding, the Internal Revenue Service has granted the Church of Scientology and more than 150 of its corporate entities tax-exempt status, ruling that they are charitable, religious organizations entitled to be free from federal income taxes; The Christian Science Church's Claim to $100 Million Is Tentatively Settled; CRI Serving Hispanic Believers with Spanish-Language Resources. CRN0072A.TXT Answering Islam / Geisler "Answering Islam: An Interview with Norman L. Geisler" (an article from the Interview column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 7: Number 1, 1994) by Ron Rhodes. CRN0073A.TXT New in the Headlines "What's New in the Headlines" and "New Opportunities for CRI Abroad" (articles from the Headline News and International columns of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 7: Number 1, 1994) by Ron Rhodes. Norman Vincent Peale, the Popular Preacher of Positive Thinking, Died at Age 95 on December 24, 1993; New Ager Deepak Chopra Has Become the Executive Director of the Institute for Human Potential and Mind-Body Medicine at the Prestigious Sharp Medical Center in San Diego, California; American Indians Speak Out Against New Agers Who Are "Exploiting" Sacred Indian Rituals; New Opportunities for CRI Abroad. CRN0074A.TXT Ingredients for a Healthy Church "Ingredients for a Healthy Church" (an article from the From the President column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 7: Number 1, 1994) by Hank Hanegraaff. CRN0075A.TXT Christ Died For Us "Christ Died For Us" (an article from the From the Founder column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 7: Number 1, 1994) by Walter Martin. CRN0076A.TXT (JW) Questions and Answers "The Bible Answer Man: Questions and Answers" (a column of the Christian Research Newsletter, Volume 7: Number 1, 1994) by Ron Rhodes. Covers: Are the Jehovah's Witnesses right in saying that only the Father is to be worshiped, and not Jesus Christ?; 1993 A Big Year for Jehovah's Witnesses. CRNPH14.TXT CRI Newsletter History, 1.4 This file gives a history of the physical appearance of the Christian Research Newsletter from its beginning through 1993 as well as its cover identity and freqency of publication. The file is part of the CRI TEXT 2.5 software package. See the file, CRINEW12.TXT, for a description of CRI TEXT. CRNPR14.TX Christian Research Newsletter Publication Review This file is an index of the contents of the Newsletter from its beginning through 1993. The file is part of the CRI TEXT 2.5 software package. See the file, CRINEW12.TXT, for a description of CRI TEXT. ------------------------------------------------------------------ file: /pub/resources/software/msdos/critext/filelist: CRNLST01.TXT /pub/resources/text/cri/cri-nwsl: CRNLST01.TXT .