Character

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.

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Are You Full of Fervent Heat?

Warmth was on my mind as I looked at the thermometer this morning and saw a temperature reading zero degrees Fahrenheit. The Wisconsin winter is fully upon us, and I wish it were warmer.
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Standing Fast

Are we wearing our armor?
War and Peace
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War and Peace

Immanuel Kant wrote that the natural state of man is war. Jesus Christ, however, wants us to learn the way of peace. What does it take to overcome our natural state and become peacemakers?
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Super Bowl Ads: Reflections of Our Culture

Today's moral issue trend seems to be shifting toward the "do as you feel" point of view regarding personal conduct. For those whose sense of morality is still rooted in biblical principles, these are disturbing times.
Reflections From Behind Bars
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Reflections From Behind Bars

On Oct. 8, 2008, UCG member Jed Sy and her brother Jong Pilapil were sentenced to life imprisonment for a crime they say they never committed. In the following article, which first appeared in the United News Asia July/August 2007...
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Turning the Hearts . . .What's in a Name?

Last issue we covered the importance of learning to share with our families. In this issue, I'd like to explore the importance of our names!
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Lessons From the Prophets on Preaching the Gospel

Do we tend to sit back and expect others to do God’s work? Or are we eagerly involved?
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Got Wisdom?

As a young man, I always appreciated short sayings.
Facing Hard Times With Brutal Optimism
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Facing Hard Times With Brutal Optimism

When we face hard times, it is easy to focus on our problems to the point that we become discouraged.
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FORWARD! Growing Spiritually Proactive and Reactive

It is stated that even as a 12-year-old, He "increased in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and men" (Luke 2:52). Jesus was a living definition of what it means to be "forward" in growth.
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What Are Your Hands Saying?

Life is easier with our fists unclenched.
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The Value of a Good Name

For vertical thinkers, these sad examples show the wisdom of God—"A good name is to be chosen rather than great riches, loving favor rather than silver and gold" (Proverbs 22:1).
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Faster Than a Speeding Rumor

It’s much safer to walk in the light of truth.
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Enemy Number One

You can be a better you—we all can.
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Should You Switch Churches?

Finding the right Church—a biblically sound assembly of believers who obey the Scriptures, not merely a socially accepted religious group—will entail some serious Bible study on your part. It is not a decision that should be made quickly or lightly.
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Peacemaking as a Divine Art

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Creating Winning Habits

It's possible to reengineer the surface of your own brain to be more successful in shooting baskets—and much more!
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Dealing With Problems

Problems just do not vanish on their own.
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Getting Started

You can't have an end without a beginning.
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What Bosses Want

As college or trade school students near graduation, one question usually moves to the fore: Where will I find a job?"
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