Youth

Youth

" Let no one despise your youth, but be an example to the believers in word, in conduct, in love, in spirit, in faith, in purity" (1 Timothy 4:12).

In a world filled with young men and women without ambition or integrity, the Bible is a rallying cry for the youth who wish to stand up and make a difference. Find out what God's word prescribes for those who wish to be more than their society expects of them.

Featured Content in Youth

The Difference Between Infatuation and Love

by Jeremy Lallier

In the heady world of male-female relationships, how can one know the difference between love and infatuation?

Family-Friendly Games Make a Comeback

Vertical Thought Editor

Family-friendly games making a comeback.

Posted July 6, 2008 | 0 comments

Advertising What's Best for You

Jeremy Lallier

As tempting as it is to believe that our decisions should be based only on what we think and feel, on our own we simply cannot always make the best choices.

Posted July 3, 2008 | 0 comments

Summer Time for Choices

Frank Dunkle

The God who made the universe provides abundant how-to instructions in the Bible about doing right and avoiding wrong.

Posted June 27, 2008 | 0 comments

A Smile From God

Matthew Bates

But, unlike the invisible secret police, God does not watch us to issue fines or arrest criminals. He watches like a parent watches children play, smiling as we learn and grow to be more like Him.

Posted June 20, 2008 | 0 comments

Tim Russert, the Measure of the Man

Robin Webber

While we measure the man, let's measure ourselves for a moment. Have we forgotten our roots?

Posted June 19, 2008 | 0 comments

Gossip, Bullies and Technology

Keri Sanders

Our society is losing outgoing concern for others. It's all about me and what I can get. People tear down others to make themselves look better.

Posted June 13, 2008 | 0 comments

Youth Focus from Vertical Thought... God, Goths and Emos

Randy Stiver

When the culture is so clueless and corrupt, the call of countercultures is great. But there's a counterculture nearly everyone has overlooked.

Posted June 9, 2008 | 0 comments

Overcoming Shyness

Carol Taylor

Many feel awkward around others and wish they had more friends. The Bible gives an amazingly simple secret for overcoming shyness and having more friends.

Posted June 9, 2008 | 0 comments

Vertical News June 2008

Amanda Stiver

Before you leave for college, be sure to read this article

Posted June 6, 2008 | 0 comments

Our Children at Risk

Kathy Cochrane

My heart aches for the precious children I met at the amusement park.

Posted June 5, 2008 | 0 comments

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We were created with a desire to work, and work hard, at something we believe in. God gives us talents and He expects us to use them. Our talent is the fuel that drives us.

As the apostle Peter wrote: “Each of us have been blessed with God’s many wonderful gifts to be used in the service of others. So use your gift well" 1 Peter 4:10 (CEV).

God will often say “yes” to your dreams, but you’ll be happier if you say “yes” to His.

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Jelly learns the 10 Commandments

Jelly learns a valuable lesson about stealing. Teach your kids the 10 Commandments through this fun sing-a-long.

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Youth Sermons

The Olivet Prophecy: The Prescription For Such a Time as This

Presented by Donald Ward

The three parables of Matthew 25 instruct us on how to be ready and how to be so doing. They give us great insight on how to exercise judgment, mercy, faith with God and all humankind. So let's ask ourselves, is your lamp filled with oil to the point that you're willing to lay down your life for the brethren? Are you using what talents God has given you in serving the brethren so that your talents are increasing?

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Posted May 5, 2001 | 1 comments | Transcript Included

Are You Playing Church?

Presented by Gary Petty

The goal of the Church is not merely to help the youth to have fun, strengthen relationships, and become good people. The goal of the Church is to help you become disciples of Jesus Christ. Let’s go through the steps you'll have to accomplish if you're going to be a true Christian.

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Posted January 25, 2004 | 0 comments | Transcript Included