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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Facing Senseless Tragedy

The December 2012 massacre in Connecticut gives further evidence of the deep darkness this world languishes under. How do we process this? And what are some lessons we should take from it?
Flooded street from Hurricane Sandy.
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Calm From God Through New York's Greatest Storm

Living through Hurricane Sandy, the recent "superstorm" that struck America's Northeast coast, didn't heighten my understanding of the weather, but I did learn some new things about God.
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Change and Opportunity at Vertical Thought

A man and woman holding hands walking in a park in the fall.
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Choose Love

Hollywood may tell us we're helpless when it comes to falling in love. But the reality is we can rule over our emotions and make wise choices.
Jelly Learns the Books of the Bible
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Jelly Learns the Books of the Bible

Learning the books of the Bible can be a challenge. Jelly gets a little help from a friend who teaches him through an awesome new song.
Point of Wisdom: Royal Virtues
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Point of Wisdom: Royal Virtues

She was just a young adult, but a dedication to serve helped her rule. It can help us too!
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Vantage Point: Selfishness or Life

Human history is a story of mostly failed relationships. Most of mankind's problems have been and are caused by one simple word: selfishness.
Jelly is Dreaming of the Kingdom
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Jelly is Dreaming of the Kingdom

It's time for the Feast of Tabernacles! The Feast gets Jelly dreaming of a world of peace and harmony after Jesus Christ returns to establish the wonderful Kingdom of God. (Isaiah 11:6, Leviticus 23:29-43)
Teaching the Children
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Teaching the Children

The Worth of a Good Name...Even 10 Years Later
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The Worth of a Good Name...Even 10 Years Later

Jelly Learns the 10 Commandments
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Jelly Learns the 10 Commandments

Jelly learns a valuable lesson about stealing. Teach your kids the 10 Commandments through this fun sing-a-long.
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Cultural Influencers

Movies and music are among many influences shaping our morals, ethics and behavior. What—and who—should be shaping behavior in ourselves and in our children?
Sex and the Young Christian
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Youth Focus... Sex and the Young Christian

Sex sells in the popular culture, and many young Christians are buying. But outside the right context, sex brings consequences. What does the One who designed sex say on the matter?
Broken Laws, Broken Dreams
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Broken Laws, Broken Dreams

On a cold wintry day in November 1993, my daughter and I experienced one of the saddest days of our life together, a day that will be etched in our minds forever.
Sex and The Young Christian
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Sex and the Young Christian

Sex sells in the popular culture, and many young Christians are buying. But outside the right context, sex brings consequences. What does the One who designed sex say on the matter?
A person making a list with checkbox on paper.
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Have You Made Your Perfect Girl or Guy List?

What kind of person do you want to marry someday? And what kind of person would that person want to marry?
Grandad & Nanna's Bible Story - Chapter 18
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Grandad & Nanna's Bible Story - Chapter 18

Vantage Point: Biblical Marriage & Prayer
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Vantage Point: Biblical Marriage & Prayer

In the words of Sir Winston Churchill: "Where does the family start? It starts with a young man falling in love with a girl—no superior alternative has yet been found."
70 Parables of Jesus Christ
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Grandad & Nanna's Bible Story - 70 Parables of Jesus Christ - Part 2

Grandad & Nanna's Bible Story - 70 Parables of Jesus Christ - Part 1
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Grandad & Nanna's Bible Story - 70 Parables of Jesus Christ - Part 1

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