Making the Most of Talents

Whether you're pursuing a career or looking for ways to use your God-given talents in your local congregation, this collection of resources is here to help you get started!

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Your Best Investment

God takes an interest in our reactions to all the problems we encounter. He is most interested in our overcoming problems by enduring life's crises with faith and perseverance.
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Hard Decisions Made Easy

Do you have some difficult choices to make? Everyone faces these kinds of decisions in his or her life. Here are a few keys to help you make better decisions.
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Seven Types of Intelligence

You may be smarter than you think. You just need to know what type of "intelligence" is being considered.
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Finding a Mentor

Having some encouragement and guidance can make a big difference in your life.
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Life on Campus: Godly Service is More Than Membership

Getting involved in service activities and organizations while in college, in addition to serving in our local church congregations, helps lay the foundation for lifelong service.
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Choosing a Career - Part 2

Choosing a career or dealing with challenges on the job can be daunting. These young adults share their experiences.
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Choosing a Career - Part 1

Choosing a career or dealing with challenges on the job can be daunting. These young adults share their experiences.
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B.U.S.Y

“Oh sorry, I meant to get ahold of you, but I've been really busy! ” “Hey, I wanted to do that, but I've just been so busy. ” Have you ever used this excuse? Why are we always so busy?
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What's Your Plan?

"Learning to plan is a key to success in school and life."
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Planning Your Career for Tough Times

Conducting your own informational interviews is a good way to become more knowledgeable and comfortable in meeting with professionals.
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Successful Failure

The sting of failure presents a great opportunity to find clarity and the motivation to do better. If we never felt unsuccessful, would we truly desire to push ourselves to improve?
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Education: Why Bother?

Is it really worth it? Yes, indeed! Here's why.
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Discover Your Unique Gifts and Talents

Learning about yourself can make your life happier and healthier.
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Add Some Service to Your Summer

Finding ways to serve others this summer can be a very rewarding and fun activity. Let's look at three areas where you can personally get involved. Discover how to serve within your regular routine. Service opportunities are all around us!
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Should a Christian Fight?

Is enlisting in the military the right course of action for Christians? What if the military is combating terrorism? And what about the wars mentioned in the Bible?
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Prepare for a Long, Healthy Life

Most young adults assume they will always be healthy, but research shows that people are starting to have serious health problems at a younger age. What can you do to increase your odds for a lifetime of good health?
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Finding Good Professors

It's not that difficult when you know how to do it.
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What Shape Is Your Future?

Some people give no thought to what they will do or be in the future. Will your life just happen, or will you guide its direction?
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Got a Decision to Make? Read This First!

It's easy to feel overwhelmed by major decisions with no clear answers. This seven-step process can help.
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Choosing Music and Movies

Listening to music and watching movies can be a lot of fun. But are there some important criteria to consider when making our selections?