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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Reinventing the Internet

Although the building of today's Internet has been going on for almost four decades, some researchers feel the time has come to start over.
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A Challenge to Evolution On the Beach

How a squid developed its complex ability to capture and use tiny luminous bacteria exactly on the right part of its body, create a lens for it and even regulate the light is something scientists cannot explain.
Did God Give Animals Rights?
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Did God Give Animals Rights?

What is the difference between human beings and animals? Why did God make animals? How should a vertical-thinking person treat animals?
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Worthy to Suffer Shame

No one likes to suffer for his beliefs, but strangely, a committed group of men counted it an honor to do so. What can we learn from their example?
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It Pays to Stay in School

The United States has a shortage of educated workers.
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.