Youth

"Rejoice, O young man, in your youth, and let your heart cheer you in the days of your youth. Walk in the ways of your heart and the sight of your eyes. But know that for all these things God will bring you into judgment." (Ecclesiastes 11:9 ESV)

It is beautiful to be young, life is full of wonder and possibility. Make the most of life and its possibilities, but remember that you are setting the foundation for your future.

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Vantage Point: Who Does April Fools' Fool?

One of the lesser celebrations in the western nations is April Fools' Day. Where did it come from?
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April Fools' Day... Is It All In Good Fun?

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Go Where God Leads

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God and Cowboys

Growing up on a ranch, I could rope horses and cattle with my lariat, but I could never master rope twirling. Now I know why—the mysteries of higher mathematics eluded me. However, the mystery of God’s existence did not!
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Vantage Point: St. Patrick's Day - It's The Little Things That Count

Is it okay to participate in some elements of popular religious holidays? Or are there more serious consequences to disobeying God’s laws?
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Additional Thoughts

Teens need to get into the scriptures themselves and take ownership of their own studies.
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Suggestions on Length & Frequency of Family Bible Studies

Consider the time for family Bible studies.
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Making Memory Scriptures Enjoyable

Key scriptures are valuable to memorize.
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Types of Bible Studies & Generating Interest

Involve teens in the Bible study topics.
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What Works & What Doesn't

Informal, conversational-style studies work well with the teens sharing their thoughts.
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Foundation

Family Bible studies for teens should focus on helping them deepen their relationship with God and their faith. They are meant to draw the family closer together as they study the Word of God together, and grow in grace and...
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Teen Bible Study: Ideas For Family Bible Studies For Teens

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Many parents desire ideas for use in their in-home "Family Bible Studies for Teens". With this in mind, here are some ideas put together by parents, ministers and their wives, and younger adults, many of whom grew up in God's...
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Spring Break! The Best Week of Your Life?

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Are You Doing the Most With What You Have?

Are you always thinking your life would be better if only you had this or that? Perhaps you need to look closer at what you have and make sure you're making the most of it first!
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The Principle of the Slight Edge

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First, Do Some Good

Doctors agree to a basic principle of the Hippocratic Oath: “First, do no harm.” But what is the basic tenet of a follower of the Jesus Christ of the Bible?
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Seasoned Words

What's your favorite seasoning? Did you know we need to season more than just our food.
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The Joy of Reading the Bible

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Vertical Focus: Camels Domesticated As Bible Portrays

With new archeological findings about domesticated camels making headlines, let’s take a closer look at the Biblical record.
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Digital Detox

Is it possible you need to disconnect from your digital life?