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"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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Turning the Hearts... Dinnertime!

"The family that prays together, stays together" is an adage that has long been echoed about families who are successful. I'd like to do a slight variation and say, "The family that eats together, meets together."
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Choose Your Friends Wisely

Many of us are concerned about what we put into our bodies to preserve our health. Some of us are also careful to guard our minds by examining the things we read, watch or listen to so we can protect...
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What Do You Know About Credit?

Take the following quiz to learn some surprising things about credit cards and their use in the United States.
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Credit vs. Debt: Two Sides of the Same Coin

Young people need to know how to use credit effectively. Many don't and pay a steep price to learn. Read this for some important advice about your money.
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Movies and the Culture Wars

A look back tells us clearly where today's movies are headed. Are they morphing—shape shifting—your values?
Young Adults Learn Service, Leadership at Challenger II
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Young Adults Learn Service, Leadership at Challenger II

Thirteen young adults from seven states and Germany gathered in southern Arizona from Dec. 25 to Jan. 1 to participate in the Challenger II Rock Climbing program. We were blessed with excellent weather—cool nights and warm days—as we camped in...
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Philippine Youth Essay Contest: What Would You Do to Stir Up Zeal and Urgency?

Last year the Church in the Philippines sponsored an essay contest for youth, ages 13 to 19, based on the question posed during Clyde Kilough's May 14 sermon: "What would you do to stir up zeal and a sense of...
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In the Principal's Office: Secrets of Success

Vertical Thought discusses the pathway to a positive high school and college experience with Dan Salcedo, principal of Santa Ana High School in Santa Ana, California.
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Paying for College Without Losing an Arm or a Leg

If your way is paid, you've got no worries. But if you're like most students, you'll find higher education will have a big impact on your finances. Here are some tips to help keep this cost under control.
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Treasure Digest: Choose Your Friends Wisely

You are whom you associate with.
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True Dating: What Guys and Girls Want

Like a perfect rose blooming in a pockmarked battlefield is the fine art of proper dating. Most of what you've learned about dating in popular culture is like the battlefield. Want to keep your emotions, body and spirit flying safely...
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World News and Trends: Survey: Many teens have sex by age 14

Recent study reveals shocking results in Baltimore--perhaps other cities hold the same results as well.
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How Can We Pass Our Faith on to Our Children?

In a previous article we covered the basic reasons why we should teach our children about God. Now we’ll look at the actual mechanics as well as a good general approach to instructing our children.
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Get Smart About Education

"Why do they make me learn all this dumb stuff? I never learn anything important at school!" Have you ever felt that way? Is your education out of your control? What if there were fun and interesting ways to discover...
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Christian Through College

Many young people have successfully retained their Christian beliefs while obtaining a degree. Here's how.
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Question Whose Authority?

Questioning authority has been a human activity for a long time. But have you ever wondered just whose authority should be questioned?
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Are You Ready for a Flat Earth?

High school education in the United States has been on the decline for several years. What are the keys obtaining a good education, regardless of where you live?
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Are You a Frog in a Pot?

Are You a Frog in a Pot?
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Your Truth, My Truth or THE Truth?

In trying to answer complex moral questions, most people today have embraced the self-empowering myth that whatever they sincerely believe is true. They forget about God and His Word.
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Avoiding the Whatever Syndrome

Whatever does not work with God. He alone makes the rules and determines truth. We only get to decide wether we will accept His authority and live by His instructions or not.
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