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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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.
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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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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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Vantage Point - The Demise of Evolution

Imagine the conversation you would have if you were to explain to Charles Darwin what his theory produced?
Expelled: No Intelligence Allowed
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Expelled: No Intelligence Allowed

Ben Stein's documentary film exposes the challenge of intelligent design in the world of science.
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Feel Good vs. Real Good

Instead of a service based on happy feelings, imagine a church leader so passionate about God's truth that when the people blatantly dishonored God's instructions, he started throwing things around and chasing them out of the establishment?
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The Decline and Fall of Civility

Ruling over our own selves is more difficult and requires a much greater depth of character than controlling things outside us. That's where true strength of characters lies.
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Just a Little Late or Not

It's amazing how two songs about the same thing can be so drastically different.
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Are You Ready for Some Football?!

Any success worth having requires hard work and dedication.
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Boring Teachers or Lazy Students?

Why not follow the wise advice of doing everything with all of your might, effort and ability?
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Running Wild

Being stable in our routines, growing in character and following the teachings of our parents before living on our own are not only beneficial for us but also pleasing to God.
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Vertical Thought: October - December 2009

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Humility in Jeopardy

Humility may be in jeopardy today, but you and I can know the answer to the "Final Jeopardy" question.