A core aspect of biblical teaching for teenage boys is the establishment of identity rooted in Christ, not in fleeting worldly standards. The Bible teaches that each person is uniquely created in God's image: “So God created man in his own image, in the image of God created he him; male and female he created them” (Genesis 1:27, KJV). This is a truth that provides an inherent … [Read more...] about The Foundation: Identity and Purpose for Teenage Boys
Integrity
CHARACTER OF THE ESTABLISHED! (Part 3 of 14)
Who may dwell with God? David noted the character of such a one as. . . “He who walks blamelessly. . .” (Psalm 15:2a … [Read more...] about CHARACTER OF THE ESTABLISHED! (Part 3 of 14)
EXEMPLARY RESOLVE!
Despite Job thinking God was behind the misery he was suffering -- having no clue Satan was actually behind it -- he would not charge God with wrong. (Job 1:21-22) Even when his wife urged him to curse God and die, he still refused to speak against God. (Job 2:9-10) And though Job did not understand and desired … [Read more...] about EXEMPLARY RESOLVE!
YES, EVEN THERE!
The way we live our life on a day-to-day basis is important. As we go about the regular activities of life -- whether that be school, work, social activities, clubs, committees, neighborhood encounters, sports events, etc. -- as Christians we ought to be mindful of the impression we leave. Israel was to live in such a way … [Read more...] about YES, EVEN THERE!
TWO BODYGUARDS!
People of notoriety are often accompanied by bodyguards. Those hired protectors follow along to guard against crowds from pressing too close while also keeping a watchful eye out for anything or anyone that might present a danger. Bodyguards are employed to provide a sense of security to the one they accompany. This allows … [Read more...] about TWO BODYGUARDS!
