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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Tim Tebow, Abortion and Human Potential

Thirty-seven years after abortion was legalized the two generations born during that time don't seem to see abortion as a "right" but rather an immoral act.
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"I'm a Barbie Girl"

Wanting to look your best is part of our nature, and admittedly it makes us feel really good. But is there a balance between being modest and trendy?
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Don't Take a Tiger by the Tail!

Golf icon and celebrity Tiger Woods was recently caught holding the tail of an extremely destructive "tiger"—the sin of adultery. No one escapes this "tiger" unharmed.
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Don't Be a Dilbert

We don't just serve our employers. We are serving Christ with our work, and our reward is more than just what we deposit in our bank account.
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Time, Television and Treasure

What is the value of time? Like currency, perhaps the best measure is in how it is spent. What kind of benefit are you receiving from how you spend your time?
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Spanish and More

I thought I knew exactly what I was doing, but my trip to Spain yielded some unexpected results.
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Answers from Genesis - Part 7

Here are more frequently asked questions about Genesis, the book of origins.
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Sibling Rivalry! Causes and Cures

How do you know whether you have it or not? How can you survive it?
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Three Important Kisses

Some people don't realize that the Bible speaks of kissing. Do you know the three different types it mentions?
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Boring Teachers or Lazy Students

A Vertical Thought Commentary
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Vantage Point - All Education Isn't Equal

The world is awash in education, yet drowning for lack of knowledge in how to get along with others.
Vertical Thought January - March 2010
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Vertical Thought: January - March 2010

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The Young Invincibles

A vertical thinker isn't concerned just about today but prepares for the future. Damaged credit can haunt a person for years.
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Creating a Goal

Developing a good plan ensures that you will have fewer surprises later in your college career. I was able to see exactly which classes I would have had to take in each degree path.
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Answers from Genesis - Part 6

Here are some frequently asked questions about Genesis, the book of origins.
The Variation of Species
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The Variation of Species

If you were to write a book, would you purposefully pick a title that doesn't truly deal with the subject matter? It sounds ridiculous, but that's what Charles Darwin did.
Charles Darwin's 10 Mistakes
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Charles Darwin's 10 Mistakes

We made a list of 10 reasons Darwin's theory of evolution does not hold up to scientific scrutiny.
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Life on Campus

Freshman Year With Darwin
Lessons From Survivors of The Great Depression
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Lessons From Survivors of The Great Depression

What is it like to live when goods are scarce? What does it mean to be in want? What lessons can we learn from those who have been through tough times?
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The Kingdom of Heaven

Is it more than just a movie? Is it fact or fiction?
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