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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.

I Dare You!
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I Dare You!

"I dare you! I double dare you!" Then what? Those words are often followed by actions that are dangerous, illegal, embarrassing or risky in one way or another.
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Just For Youth... What's So Special About Families?

Some suggest a family should be redefined as any group of people living together in the same household, irrespective of blood connection or sexual orientation. But is such definition warranted? Before we throw away our traditional view, maybe we should...
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America's Child Sacrifice

Child sacrifice is horrifying to even contemplate. Yet it remains with us, practiced millions of times every year.
TV remote - Is Your Family Manipulated by Mass Media?
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Is Your Family Manipulated by Mass Media?

Is your family using media - or being abused by it? These 10 principles can help you regain control and prevent media abuse.
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A Forgotten Treasure

Many young people don't realize the value of talking with older people. Consider what this man discovered. Perhaps you can recognize this treasure before you grow old.
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Illicit Sex: The Threat to Children

The major consequences of sex before marriage include the problems of disease, premarital pregnancies, single mothers and fatherless children. Since 1960 in the United States, 'out of wedlock births have skyrocketed 511 percent, and the percentage of single-parent families has...
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Divorce's Devastating Impact on Children

Children of divorce often experience the same hardships suffered by children born out of wedlock. Because divorce typically slashes the mother's financial resources, "mothers and children in families that were not poor before separation suffered an average decline in income...
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World News and Trends: TV viewing and violence

Watching as little as one hour of television a day can lead teenagers and young adults to engage in violence such as fistfights and other assaults later in life, according to researchers who conducted a study that tracked more than...
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To My Loving Children (To Be Opened If I Die)

A father shares advice he wrote to his children when he was at death's door.
How to Raise YOUR Parents!
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How to Raise YOUR Parents!

Have you considered how you as a teen could positively influence your relationship with your parents (or parent)? Read this article for some great tips on how to accomplish this important feat.
How Can You Get Along With Brothers and Sisters?
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How Can You Get Along With Brothers and Sisters?

Sometimes sibling rivalries can make you wonder if "brotherly love" is an oxymoron—a contradiction of terms. But here are some tips that can help promote peace.
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When Parents and Friends Clash

"'Honor your father and mother,' which is the first commandment with promise." — Ephesians 6:2
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When Cramming Helps and When It Doesn't

Frantically filling your head with facts just before a test can sometimes help, but you have to know when it won't be effective.
Teens and Alcohol
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Teens and Alcohol

Teens are consuming larger amounts of alcohol than in the past, and it is often done illegally. Is this just a harmless way to fit in with the crowd?
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Is the Book Worth Reading?

What do you read and why? Is it fiction or nonfiction? Does it really matter?
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World News and Trends: Underage sex in Britain

According to a government-funded study of sexual habits in Britain, the average age at which British teenagers first have intimate relations is 16, the lowest level ever recorded.
They Are Listening...Are You?
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They Are Listening...Are You?

Are we really aware of what children overhear during our conversations, what could they possibly be learning from us?
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The Bible and Harry Potter

Hollywood's latest offering breaks all attendance records. Is this just an innocent tale? Or can there be sinister consequences to public? See what the Bible clearly says about sorcery.
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A Dating Adventure

What makes a good date? If you want to get to know someone of the opposite sex, what kinds of activities promise the most fun? Read this article for a few ideas.
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Sex, Dating and You!

Misunderstandings about God's instructions are contributing to some tragic heartaches. Learn how you can enjoy life to the fullest—God's way.
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