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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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It Does Matter Who Your Friends Are

The Bible tells us that we get to decide whether we'll walk with the wise or flounder with fools. Which will you choose?
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Join the Few, the Called, the Chosen

The great moral code of the universe reveals that God is preparing His team for leadership of the world. Here's how to be part of the team.
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Turning the Hearts: Children's Day: from Treasure Digest

God's commandment to honor your parents is clear. But shouldn't we also honor our children?
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Are You a Leader?

"If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, you are a leader."—John Quincy Adams
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Building a Solid Foundation--Part 2

Laying a solid foundation for correct behavior is one of the greatest gifts we can give our children. Consistency of expectations and not tolerating unacceptable behaviors is a start. But we also should teach basic manners and respect towards others...
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Encouraging Words

It is entirely in our control, yet one of the hardest things to control. It has the power to uplift and encourage—or destroy and damage. And we use it every day of our lives in everything we do. How can...
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Just What Do You Mean FUN

I just want to have fun! It can't be wrong, if it feels so right. So if it feels good, do it. Right? Wrong. Here’s why.
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What Do You Believe?

How serious are you about your beliefs? Are they really convictions or simply preferences? Do you truly own your beliefs or are you simply going along with others?
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May the Real Force Be With You

The Star Wars series of movies captivated millions of viewers. Some of the principles have spiritual significance. Here are some important comparisons.
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How to Be a Godly Woman

It isn't easy to be a godly person in an ungodly world, but the effort is well worth our trouble. Here are some principles to help young women do just that.
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Just for Youth... Do You Choose Happiness?

"You can't roller-skate in a buffalo herd, but you can be happy if you've a mind to." Lines from old songs sometimes sound out of date, but the imagery is interesting. Can we really be happy if we want to?
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'Why Have You Made Me Like This?'

Some things we can and should change about ourselves. Other things we didn’t choose and can’t change, no matter how we try. How should we deal with the way we’re made?
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The Message of Today's Graduation Addresses

Graduation time is here once again! High schools and colleges are honoring students who have worked and studied to receive a diploma or degree. But what messages are these graduates hearing? What themes are drummed into their ears as they...
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Building a Solid Foundation--Part 1

As with any relationship, the place to begin in rearing children is to lay a good, strong foundation. Part 1 of this 3-part series deals with the fundamental key of teaching the three R’s—respect, responsibility and restraint—from an early age...
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The Welcome Guest

Do you know what to do when you stay at someone's home? Read this article for tips on how to make sure your host will want to invite you to come again.
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How do You Think?

Our heartfelt emotions are an important part of being human, but these feelings are incomplete as a method of making judgements when not guided by godly principles.
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In Brief...World News Review: Is Your Little Girl Taking Steroids?

That's right, your little girl may be using "roids" or "juice," as anabolic steroids are known on the street.
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In Brief...World News Review: 5-Year-Olds Dieting

Girls as young as 5 do not like their body shape and want to be thinner.
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Do You Choose Happiness?

"You can't roller-skate in a buffalo herd, but you can be happy if you've a mind to." lines from old songs sometimes sound out-of-date, but the imagery is interesting. Can we really be happy if we want to?
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What Science Tells Us About Habits

The human brain is amazing! From birth, millions of bits of information are funneling into our brains, yet we are able to learn to make sense of the most important information and act on it.
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