Monthly Archives: November 2018

Career Choice

Posted on November 14, 2018 by jesustrek

For years, my friend Paul Snoddy wanted to be a medical doctor. However, when he grew up Paul became a preacher, and he has had quite a successful career. Weighing in on this career choice, Paul’s son said, “Dad, just … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Peace

Posted on November 10, 2018 by jesustrek

Sunday, November 11, 2018 marks the 100th anniversary of the end of World War I. This conflict was one of the most devastating wars in the history of the human race, and it was with great joy that this armistice … Continue reading →

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Remembering Those Who Sacrificed

Posted on November 9, 2018 by jesustrek

Today I attended a Veterans Day celebration at Lewis County High School in Vanceburg, Kentucky. It was the 20th year that the school has sponsored this event. It is always a great program, and this year was one of the … Continue reading →

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Completing the Work

Posted on November 8, 2018 by jesustrek

Leonardo da Vinci had started painting on a large canvas in his studio. Then he suddenly stopped working, the painting still unfinished, and summoned one of his students to come forward and complete the work. The student protested that he … Continue reading →

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Too Much of a Good Thing

Posted on November 5, 2018 by jesustrek

We need a new doormat for our front porch. The one we have now is so old that it is frayed and falling apart. I guess you could say that we’ve worn out our “WELCOME”. Proverbs 25:17 says, “Seldom set … Continue reading →

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Soft or Tough?

Posted on November 2, 2018 by jesustrek

Talking about political leadership, William Bennett recently said, “Sometimes you need Mother Teresa and sometimes you need Dirty Harry.” He was trying to get across the point that some situations call for soft, tender leadership, but at other times you … Continue reading →

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