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“Failure to put the relationship on a slower timetable may result in an act that was never intended in the first place. Another important principle is to avoid the circumstances where compromise is likely. A girl who wants to preserve her virginity should not find herself in a house or dorm room alone with someone to whom she is attracted. Nor should she single-date with someone she has reason not to trust. A guy who wants to be moral should stay away from the girl he knows would go to bed with him. Remember the words of Solomon to his son, “Keep to a path far from her, do not go near the door of her house” (Proverbs 5:8). I know this advice sounds very narrow in a day when virginity is mocked and chastity is considered old-fashioned. But I don’t apologize for it. The Scriptures are eternal, and God’s standards of right and wrong do not change with the whims of culture. He will honor and help those who are trying to follow His commandments. In fact, the apostle Paul said, “He will not let you be tempted beyond what you can bear” (1Corinthians 10:13). Hold that promise and continue to use your head. You’ll be glad you did.”

Source: Life on the Edge: The Next Generation's Guide to a Meaningful Future

“Thus, we knew at the onset of the sexual revolution back in 1968 that this day of disease and promiscuity would come. It is here, and what we do with our situation will determine how much we and our children will suffer in the future. God created the moral basis for the universe before He made the heavens and the earth. His concept of right and wrong was not an afterthought that came along with the Ten Commandments. No, it was an expression of God’s divine nature and was in force before “the beginning.”

Source: Life on the Edge: The Next Generation's Guide to a Meaningful Future

“12. There will come a day, much quicker than your parents would wish, when you will no longer be comfortable living at home. You will want to move out and establish a home of your own. After that time, your mother and father will be more like your friends than your parents. And someday, if they live long enough, you will be more like a parent to them than a son or daughter.”

Source: Life on the Edge: The Next Generation's Guide to a Meaningful Future

“Until we know who we are and why we are here, no amount of success, fame, money, or pleasure will provide much satisfaction.”

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Book:Life on the Edge: The Next Generation's Guide to a Meaningful Future

Source: Life on the Edge: The Next Generation's Guide to a Meaningful Future

“As I indicated in an earlier chapter, it is so important to pause and think through some of these basic issues while you are young, before the pressures of job and family become distracting. Everyone must deal with the eternal questions sooner or later. You will benefit, I think, from doing that work now. As I said earlier, whether you are an atheist, a Muslim, a Buddhist, a Jew, a New Ager, an agnostic, or a Christian, the questions confronting the human family are the same. Only the answers will differ.”

Source: Life on the Edge: The Next Generation's Guide to a Meaningful Future

“17. One of the secrets of successful living is found in the word balance, referring to the avoidance of harmful extremes. We need food, but we should not overeat. We should work, but not make work our only activity. We should play, but not let play rule us. Throughout life, it will be important to find the safety of the middle ground rather than the imbalance of the extremes.”

Source: Life on the Edge: The Next Generation's Guide to a Meaningful Future

“33. Satan will attempt to offer you whatever you hunger for, whether it be money, power, sex, or prestige. But Jesus said, “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness” (Matthew 5:6).”

Source: Life on the Edge: The Next Generation's Guide to a Meaningful Future

“Ask yourself what you will care about when everything is on the line.”

Care You Will Yourself Everything The Ask Is What About When On Line

Book:Life on the Edge: The Next Generation's Guide to a Meaningful Future

Source: Life on the Edge: The Next Generation's Guide to a Meaningful Future

“Jesus Christ is the source—the only source—of meaning in life. He provides the only satisfactory explanation for why we’re here and where we’re going. Because of this good news, the final heartbeat for the Christian is not the mysterious conclusion to a meaningless existence. It is, rather, the grand beginning to a life that will never end. That same Lord is waiting to embrace and forgive anyone who comes to Him in humility and repentance. He is calling your name, just as He called the name of Pete Maravich. His promise of eternal life offers the only hope for humanity. If you have never met this Jesus, I suggest that you seek spiritual counsel from a Christian leader who can offer guidance. You can also write to me, if that would help. Thanks for reading along with me. I hope to meet you someday. If our paths don’t cross this side of heaven, I’ll be looking for you in that eternal city. By all means, Be there!”

Source: Life on the Edge: The Next Generation's Guide to a Meaningful Future

“Well, there is no sin in being gay. The immorality comes from engaging in forbidden behavior. Therefore, the Christian homosexual is in the same situation as the unmarried heterosexual. He (or she) is expected to control his or her lusts and live a holy life. I know this is a tough position to take, and some will argue with it. But I stand on the authority of Scripture, and I have no license to edit it.”

Source: Life on the Edge: The Next Generation's Guide to a Meaningful Future

“The idea that Love Must Be Tough dictates that we be willing to set another person free- even if it causes us great pain to let go. When we do this, we maximize the chances that that loved one will not leave, because the cage door has been opened and self-respect has been affirmed.”

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Book:Life on the Edge: A Young Adult's Guide to a Meaningful Future

Source: Life on the Edge: A Young Adult's Guide to a Meaningful Future

“When you strip away all the layers one by one, not much remains to “discover.” You will never find real meaning among your selfish interests, feelings, and aspirations. The answers do not lie within you.”

Source: Life on the Edge: The Next Generation's Guide to a Meaningful Future

“Bundy was correct in saying that most serial murderers are addicted to hardcore pornography. FBI records validate that point. Not every person exposed to obscenity will become a killer, of course, but too many will!”

Source: Life on the Edge: A Young Adult's Guide to a Meaningful Future

“13. If you’re going through difficult times today, hold steady. It will change soon. If you are experiencing smooth sailing and easy times now, brace yourself. It will change soon. The only thing you can be certain of is change.”

Source: Life on the Edge: The Next Generation's Guide to a Meaningful Future

“Your most precious memories will focus on those you loved, those who loved you, and what you did together in the service of the Lord.”

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Book:Life on the Edge: The Next Generation's Guide to a Meaningful Future

Source: Life on the Edge: The Next Generation's Guide to a Meaningful Future

“That kind of forgiveness is of God. And if they have it, they have it, and if they don't, well, maybe they'll find it someday.”

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Book:Life on the Edge: A Young Adult's Guide to a Meaningful Future

Source: Life on the Edge: A Young Adult's Guide to a Meaningful Future

“I'm delighted to tell you that Jesus Christ offers complete and total forgiveness to anyone who will repent and believe on His name. ...There are no sins that He cannot cleanse, and He's promised that they will be gone forever.”

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Book:Life on the Edge: A Young Adult's Guide to a Meaningful Future

Source: Life on the Edge: A Young Adult's Guide to a Meaningful Future

“32. Before you criticize your parents for their failures and mistakes, ask yourself: “Will I really do that much better with my own children?” The job is tougher than it looks, and mistakes are inevitable!”

Source: Life on the Edge: The Next Generation's Guide to a Meaningful Future

“25. Whenever two human beings spend time together, sooner or later they will probably irritate one another. This is true of best friends, married couples, parents and children, or teachers and students. The question is: How do they respond when friction occurs? There are four basic ways they can react: • They can internalize the anger and send it downward into a memory bank that never forgets. This creates great pressure within and can even result in disease and other problems. • They can pout and be rude without discussing the issues. This further irritates the other person and leaves him or her to draw his or her own conclusions about what the problem may be. • They can blow up and try to hurt the other person. This causes the death of friendships, marriages, homes, and businesses. • Or they can talk to one another about their feelings, being very careful not to attack the dignity and worth of the other person. This approach often leads to permanent and healthy relationships.”

Source: Life on the Edge: The Next Generation's Guide to a Meaningful Future

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