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         <title><![CDATA[Christian ED Treatment]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[While there are hundreds of eating disorder programs around the world, there are only a handful of programs that cater to Christians.  Many Christian teens suffering from anorexia or bulimia can benefit from treatment that incorporates their faith.  ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Fruit of the Spirit:  Kindness]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Go deeper into the fruits of the Spirit.  What does the Bible say about kindness?  How can you grow in this fruit of the Spirit?  Learn lessons from people in the Bible and how to apply those lessons on kindness to your life.&#10;]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Get Along with Your Parents]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[One of the biggest challenges for Christian teens is their relationship with their parents.  So, what are some things you can do to develop a Godly relationship with your parents?]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Finding Money for College]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[From scholarships to loans, here are six places Christian teens can look to find money to pay for their college education.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Find Scholarships and Grants]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Need help finding money to pay for college?  Here are the top sites for Christian teens seeking to pay for their education.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Roman Catholic - Homosexuality]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[What position does the Roman Catholic Church take on homosexuality, same sex marriage, and gay relationships?  Find out more about the Vatican's opinion on this controversial subject.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Sample Bible Study Guide]]></title>
         <link>http://christianteens.about.com/od/getinvolved/a/sampleGBSagenda.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Need a sample Bible study agenda?  Here is a sample of a handout used in a Girls' Summer Bible Study.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Can I Be Christian and Fun?]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[There is a great misconception that Christians don't have any fun. However, the Bible tells us that God meant for Christians to have fun in a number of ways.  Being a believer means great celebration and joy, both in our lives here on Earth and after.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Magazines for Christian Teens]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Are there magazines out there for Christian teens?  While you may not be able to find these magazines at your local newsstand or grocery store, there are several Christian teen magazines available to inspire you, guide you through tough issues, or add a little fun to your day.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Christian Teens - TopPicks]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[An index of TopPicks for the Christian Teens guide site.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Lutherans and Homosexuality]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[What position does the Lutheran Church take on homosexuality, same sex marriage, and gay relationships?  Find out more about the positions of the Lutheran Church regarding this controversial subject.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Structure of the Old Testament]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Your spiritual growth is one of the most important facets of your faith, and one of the ways you can grow in your faith is to read your Bible.  Understanding the structure of the Bible can help you grasp Biblical concepts more clearly.  Here is the basic structure of the Old Testament. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Godly Behavior]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Christian teens hear a lot about &quot;Godly behavior,&quot; but often wonder what that actually means.  As Christians we are asked to live to a higher standard, because we are representatives of God on Earth.  So striving to live a God-centered life is important, because when we exhibit Godly behavior we are providing a good witness to those around us.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Ways to Be a Good Friend]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Many Christian teens wonder what it takes to be a good friend or how to cultivate lifelong friendships.  As a Christian you are often taught the importance of working on your relationship with God, but God also asks us to develop our relationships with one another.  Here are some ways that you can be a better friend:]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Eating Disorders]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Christian teens can suffer from eating disorders like anorexia and bulimia.  How do you identify eating disorders and what does the Bible say about them?  ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Christian Teens and Drinking]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[One of the biggest dilemmas facing Christian teens today is how to handle the pressure to drink alcohol.  The issue of drinking continues to be debated among Christian denominations, yet that debate can create some confusion for Christian teens.  Here are some facts, scripture, and truths about alcohol to help Christian teens to make Godly decisions.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Youth Worker Books]]></title>
         <link>http://christianteens.about.com/od/youthworkercenter/tp/youthworkerbook.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Do you feel a call to youth leadership but wonder how you can be an effective youth worker?  Youth ministry requires commitment and a Christ-centered heart, but it also requires that you continue  your own growth in being a good leader.  Here are some books that offer inspiration and techniques to help you learn and grow.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Bible Translations]]></title>
         <link>http://christianteens.about.com/od/understandingyourbible/a/BibleVersions.htm</link>
         <description><![CDATA[Ever wonder why there are so many Bible translations?  What is the difference in the popular versions of the bible.  Let's take a closer look.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Presbyterian and Homosexuality]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[What position does the Presbyterian Church take on homosexuality, same sex marriage, and gay relationships?  Find out more about the positions of the Presbyterian Church regarding these controversial subjects.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Biblical Verses on Fasting]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[A list of scripture verses regarding fasting to use as inspiration or direction.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Tattoo]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Should Christians get tattoos?  Are they a sin?  Let's take a closer look at scripture, culture, and other issues surrounding Christians and tattoos.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Patience]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Go deeper into the fruits of the Spirit.  What does the Bible say about patience?  How can you grow in this fruit of the Spirit?  Learn lessons from people in the Bible and how to apply those lessons on patience to your life.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Homosexuality]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[What is homosexuality and why are Christians so opposed to it?  What does the Bible have to say about this lifestyle and how are you supposed to treat homosexuals?  Here we'll take a look at homosexuality and what the Bible has to say on the subject. ]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Methodists and Homosexuality]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[What position does the Methodist Church take on homosexuality, same sex marriage, and gay relationships?  Find out more about the positions of the Methodist Church regarding this controversial subject.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Understanding Your Teen]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Sometimes your Christian teen does things you just don't understand.  You wish you could get into his or her head to figure out what is going on in there.  Well, here are some things your teen is thinking and probably won't tell you.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Abortion]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[What do Christians believe about abortion?  How do you respond to non-Christians about what you believe?  The Bible actually has a lot to say on the subject.  Here is some scripture to understand the Christian stance on abortion.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Fruit of the Spirit Joy]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[Go deeper into the fruits of the Spirit.  What does the Bible say about joy?  How can you grow in this fruit of the Spirit?  Learn lessons from people in the Bible and how to apply those lessons on joy to your life.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[What About Suicide?]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[The Bible is not explicit on suicide, but God's word does give Christian teens some hints as to how God feels about the subject.]]></description>
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         <title><![CDATA[Protestant Christianity]]></title>
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         <description><![CDATA[What does it mean to be Protestant?  Protestant Christianity is not necessarily a denomination -  it is more of a branch of Christianity under which numerous denominations fall.  Find out what these denominations have in common and how this branch of Christianity differs from the others.]]></description>
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