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Vertical Thought: October - December 2004

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a jack-o-lantern that is glowing with smoke coming out from inside

Who's Getting Tricked by Halloween?

  • by Vertical Thought
Why do witches, goblins, jack-o'-lanterns, cobwebs, graveyards and symbols of the occult surround this holiday? You need to know the real story.
a concerned man looking out through a window, his face in shadow

The Battle for Your Mind

  • by Randy Stiver
There is a very real battle going on inside your head. You have the power to determine who will win. Don't lose this crucial confrontation.
a woman holding a christmas ornament and wearing a seasonal sweater

Christmas Past and Present

  • by Amanda Stiver
Ever thought about how Christmas was celebrated long ago and where today's customs came from? It's an important story you need to know.
a woman standing on a bridge with her arms leaned against the rail and looking glumly into the distance

Are You Bored?

  • by Barry Kenavan
Many young people today suffer from boredom. But you don't have to be one of them. Instead, become passionate. Here's how.
an elephant walking across a dirt road in front of a truck

"Mr. Rhodes' Wild Ride"

  • by Jonathan Roybal
Most people call this the 2004 Youth Corps trip to Ghana. To me, it seemed appropriate to name it after the leader of this service project, Melvin Rhodes. Here's the ride.
four young people and a dog outdoors on a picnic mat in a field

Without Friends

  • by Vertical Thought
We all face times when a friend is hard to find. What can we do to remedy this difficult situation?
a man with a focused expression walking across the road holding a laptop

Willing to Serve?

  • by Nathan Albright
Young people can sometimes feel that they don't belong in their local congregation and that there is no place for them. Sometimes it can be difficult to tell in what ways they can help and be of service. Here are some tips on how to get involved.
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mist covering a green hillside

Is the Spirit World Real?

  • by Tom Clark
Do you know for sure whether there really is an evil spirit named Satan? What about his minions called demons? And how does this affect you?