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. 

What's It Worth to You?
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What's It Worth to You?

A story of valor and courage makes us think about what is actually important.
The Bible Deflates Secular Humanism
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The Bible Deflates Secular Humanism

Only a fool says in his heart that there is no God (Psalm 14:1). Yet man seems determined to try to live apart from God. This is like holding your breath to prove you don't need air.
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A Reliable Book

The Bible claims to be true and inspired by God (see John 17:17; 2 Timothy 3:16) and millions of people through history have embraced that claim.
We Can Trust the Bible
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We Can Trust the Bible

Many today question the accuracy of the Bible, but consider a few facts and quotes about this amazing book.
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"Stop, Look, Listen"

Pay attention to the warning signs about sin- they surround you every single day and point to the consequences of going down the path of sin
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Don't Step Over That Fence...

"We need to learn to identify the fenced-off areas that God has set up to protect us. God lets us see what is inside those areas, but He has built for us good fences—His laws—to show us which direction we...
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Media, Marketing and Cool

Don't be swayed by advertising and media feeding you what is cool- use the Bible as a guide to make your own choices.
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"It Was Not Mine"

When a man does the honest thing under extreme circumstances, it stands out- why?
Magazine Issue

Vertical Thought: July - September 2007

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Rest From Stress

"He gives us one whole day every week to have rest from this world's pressures."
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Six Days Four Decades Three Lessons

Whether the Six Day War or any other conflict in history, the memory of war will pass away someday when God establishes his eternal government.
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Who Do You Trust?

When the going gets tough, who do you count on and put your whole trust in?
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Abundant Life?

Christ promised we would have abundant life if we followed Him. Remember this promise and redouble your efforts to follow Him if you ever get too stressed or overwhelmed.
First Threads: The Origin and Impact of Clothes
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First Threads: The Origin and Impact of Clothes

Studies show that clothes have an impact on all of us—both guys and girls. Sadly, immodest dress is negatively affecting many in ways they don't realize.
Miracle in a Dumpster
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Miracle in a Dumpster

It was one of the most unlikely places for a miracle to occur. Prayer and persistence paid off.
The Hole in Your Heart
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The Hole in Your Heart

All of us have deep needs we seek to satisfy. Most of the things we try only paper over the problems—they don't solve them. What can fill your yearning?
Maturity: Coming Soon to a Mind Near You
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Maturity: Coming Soon to a Mind Near You

Alcohol and drugs can arrest the mind's normal development. That is, if impaired thinking doesn't kill you first!
What Does God Think About Drugs?
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What Does God Think About Drugs?

Through the principles found in the Bible, we can know what He thinks about this modern issue.
Internet Pornography: A Cultural Plague
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Internet Pornography: A Cultural Plague

Along with all the wonderful uses of the Internet, there is another use that has been growing ever faster—that of commercialized pornography. But what are the effects of viewing sexually explicit pictures? Is it harmless? Is there any culturally redeeming...
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Jesus Christ: Divine Savior or Gnostic Nobody!

"Every spirit that confesses that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh is of God, and every spirit that does not confess that Jesus Christ has come in the flesh is not of God" (1 John 4:2-3)