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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Britain's Declining Respect for Biblical Values

Traditional values, like basic respect for the rights and dignity of others, are fast disappearing from a society steadily undermined by secularism and growing ignorance of the Bible. How do we rebuild a culture of respect?
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This is the Way Walk in It: Beyond Politics

Traditional values, like basic respect for the rights and dignity of others, are fast disappearing from a society steadily undermined by secularism and growing ignorance of the Bible. How do we rebuild a culture of respect?
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Have Christians Forgotten Christ??

Are modern Christians following Christ or traditions that are merely the commandments of men? If Jesus were walking the dusty roads of Galilee today and teaching from the same Scriptures He used 2,000 years ago, would modern Christians follow Him...
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The Disturbing Decline in Respect for Biblical Values

Have you recently experienced a driver carelessly cutting in front of you? Or walked past a group of youths who hurled abuse at you without provocation? What about people pushing in line? Today we see a serious and growing erosion...
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Avoiding Financial Black Holes

Do you have trouble keeping your finances under control? Does money burn a hole in your pocket? Find out how you can identify and control your financial black holes.
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With a Little Care

Unlike the great care taken in endeavors of the space program, we often allow ourselves to rush through life without much thought or planning. What lessons can we learn from the mistakes of the space program?
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The Power of Spirit

Great sports teams are driven by the power of attitude as much as they are talent, sometimes providing upsets that stun the world. The power of spirit contains the essence of success.
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Does History Repeat Itself? The Biblical Verdict

At a time when frightening trends in world conditions require awareness, alertness and the most sober contemplation, millions are dozing all over the globe. The masses also slept serenely at the time of Noah’s Flood—apparently unaware of an impending calamity...
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The True Shining City Upon the Hill

The death of Ronald Reagan reminds us of his vision of America as a "shining city upon a hill." While America is not living up to that ideal, true Christians are called to be excited and inspired by God's far...
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Same-Sex Marriage Threatens Civilization

Even though the subject of same-sex marriage has not been a front-page news item lately, the battle continues and battle lines are still being drawn. A showdown is likely to occur before the upcoming U.S. national elections.
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Building Character Is Like Building a Successful Brand

Today's business world is full of bad examples of short-sightedness and selfishness. But the consistency needed to build a successful brand can provide a good lesson for a Christian.
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Why No Major Terrorist Attacks Since 9/11?

Government officials are warning of increased threats of a major terrorist attack to soon take place on U.S. soil. But this reminds us of a question we are thinking but almost fear to ask.
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The Cost of Immorality in the War on Terror

As I write this, President Bush is giving two interviews to Arab-language television stations in an attempt at damage control. The Arab world is incensed at pictures of Iraqi prisoners being sexually abused and humiliated while naked, involuntarily posing for...
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Don't Teach Teens "Safe Sin"

From a biblical perspective, the concept of "safe sex" for unmarried partners promotes the mistaken idea that there is such a thing as "safe sin."
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Who Are the Real Animals?

Is it man's destiny to ride roughshod over animals? In today's world, greed and superstition are two powerful forces more important than the welfare of animals...
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The "L" Word and Same-Sex Marriage: Why Religion Is Losing the Debate

Have you noticed anything missing in the arguments Christian-minded people are using to oppose same-sex marriages? We hear: "For thousands of years, marriage has meant a union between a man and a woman." But who says so? Who defined it...
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A Diamond Is Forever

Dazzling, precious diamonds can help us more clearly see what God has in mind for us—as His jewels.
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Same Sex Marriage is Not Biblical

From coast to coast—literally—same-sex marriage is in the news. In New York and California , city officials have issued marriage licenses to and "married" thousands of homosexual couples.
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Become Like Little Children

Being a preschool teacher is a wonderful opportunity to see God’s gentle, loving, childlike nature at work.
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Where Have All the Leaders Gone?

As Americans prepare to choose who will occupy the most powerful office on the planet, it’s time to ask some crucial questions: What is a leader, and what makes a leader great?
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