Vertical Thought

Vertical Thought was published from 2003 to 2013 by the United Church of God. It was created to give relevant content to help young people ages 12-22 discover and live God's way of life. 

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The Story of the Stars and Matter

Scientific studies of the heavens and the world around us reveal fascinating details about the earth's history and destiny.
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When a Friend Lets You Down

A friend is supposed to be there for you through good times and bad. What can you do to restore a friendship?
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United Youth Camps in French Speaking Africa

Having previously served on the staff of United Youth Camps in the United States, my husband Daniel and I wondered what camp would be like in Togo and Cameroon.
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Answers from Genesis - Part 5

The book of Genesis is known as the book of origins. Here are more frequently asked questions about it.
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Know No Doubt

How do we dispel doubts in our personal lives? The example of a former king is insightful.
Where Vampires & Werewolves Don't Exist
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Where Vampires & Werewolves Don't Exist

Witchcraft in all its forms is part of the devil's marketing efforts.
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Choosing to Cheat

Everyone seems to be doing it, so it's not really a problem to cheat in school, is it?
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The World's a Mess Can You Be Positive

There is a way to be positive in spite of troubling news.
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Vantage Point

If you've ever hiked or driven through the mountains, you've probably come to a spot providing a good vantage point from which to see your surroundings. Here you're afforded a panoramic view of where you've been and where you're going...
Magazine Issue

Vertical Thought: July - September 2009

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"If Today Was Your Last Day"

God has an amazing life prepared for you and for me. He has given you a guidebook filled with wisdom and truth so that you will know how to get the absolute most out of it. He has also given...
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Lessons From the Victory Garden

God gave us a precious creation that, if treated respectfully, will sustain our health and fitness by the very working of the soil.
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Enduring to the End

After years of this way of life, I can say that the difficulties and pain that come along are absolutely nothing compared to the happiness and benefits. It's this good now, and I know that it will only get much...
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The Water of Life

Have you ever wondered why water does such a good job cleaning almost everything? Water's strong polarity allows it to dissolve many different substances, including dirt.
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When Less Is More Reflecting on the Use of Words

According to Scripture, the quantity of words should not be the goal, but the quality.
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Pirate Antiheroes, Ahhrrrrrr!

In the pages of the Bible, the Creator and Ruler of the universe gave a warning that is not at all subtle. It says, "Woe to those who call evil good, and good evil" (Isaiah 5:20).
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Stabbed Anyone Lately?

You and I control the sharpest object of all—the tongue. The question is: For what purpose will we use it?
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Twitter to Jesus: What Are You Doing?

If Jesus tweeted, would we follow?
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Earth Days

The lesson I learned was that it is my personal responsibility as a Christian to care for this planet.
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11 Known Facts About Premarital Sex

Premarital sex just isn't smart. There are more disadvantages to premarital sex than what society leads us to believe.