Character

"...that you may become blameless and harmless, children of God without fault in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world..." (Philippians 2:15).

As Christians, we are expected to shine as lights in a darkened world, setting an example for those inside and outside the faith. Our character must be refined until it stands out to all who come in contact with us.

Character
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Teach Your Children Godly Morals and Modesty

Satan is waging a cultural and spiritual war to destroy our children through sexual sins. Parents must protect and prepare them well!
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FORWARD! Are You a Tourist or a Pilgrim?

"Beloved, I beg you as sojourners and pilgrims, abstain from fleshly lusts which war against the soul" (1 Peter 2:11).
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Biblical Holy Days Offer Wealth of Long-Lost Knowledge

What my “Lost Adams” treasure hunt taught me about even more valuable riches.
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An Answer You Don't Expect

My coworker could not seem to open his mouth without using some profanity or taking God's name in vain. It got to the point where I hated to see him coming to my desk. He seemed to be talking louder...
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Lying to Get the Job

More than half of resumes (56 percent) contain false information, mostly about work and educational experience, according to Background Information Services.
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Children At Risk

In a world of intellectual "junk food," how can you help your children become mentally, emotionally and spiritually healthy?
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Can you hear me now?

Younger people tend to be more in tune with and users of the latest technologies than those who are older. But are we really communicating better?
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Repentance, Penance and Grace

It's essential to understand that God is pleased with repentance but not penance.
Repentance: A Profound Turnaround!
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Repentance: A Profound Turnaround!

Previous articles in this series showed how we attain biblical understanding and spiritual growth through prayer, Bible study, meditation and fasting. What do we do then? This article shows how we must further use and apply that understanding!
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A Purpose for Life

Ursula K. LeGuin stated, "It is good to have an end to journey toward; but it is the journey that matters in the end."
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Problems

Sometimes a change of perspective makes all the difference in the world!
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You Raise Me Up, Because You Are Your Brother's Keeper

Sobering statistics demonstrate how swiftly society is self-destructing. We especially see self-destructive behavior in our teens. Are we to be our “brother’s keeper” and help one another?
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Treasure Digest: Pillars of Wisdom: Making Wise Decisions

Wisdom is being able to discern the outcome of a decision so that the right course of action is taken for the right reasons.
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Don't Say It!

The real art of conversation is not only saying the right thing at the right time, but also leaving the wrong thing unsaid at the most tempting moment.
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Funnies Not So Funny Any More?

Sometimes it seems even the comics page should have a parental guidance advisory…
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This Is the Way Walk in It: You're Invited to the Wedding!

Revelation 19 talks about an incredible wedding between the Lamb (Christ) and His Bride (the Church)
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America's Season of Anger

At a time when enough hatred is already being spewed into the world via warfare in the Middle East and diplomatic tensions over Iran's and North Korea's nuclear ambitions, politicians in the United States are now adding to our unrest.
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Rude Behaviors

Is politeness a thing of the past? Here's a thought to consider.
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Armstrong’s Right… It’s Not About the Bike

Experiencing a long, demanding bike race—and the training that led up to it—brings to mind the training and commitment we must make to life!
Fasting: A Spiritual Power Tool!
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Fasting: A Spiritual Power Tool!

Three earlier articles in this series covered prayer, Bible study and thinking or meditation. Along with those spiritual tools, we need to frequently combine this fourth tool—fasting.
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