Author Archives: jesustrek

Saddle Up!

Posted on September 1, 2016 by jesustrek

While watching on television the Summer Olympic Games that recently took place in Rio, I caught some of the equestrian competition. The announcer mentioned that one competitor had earned $1 million riding her horse. I immediately thought to myself, “A … Continue reading →

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Different Reactions

Posted on August 31, 2016 by jesustrek

Minnesota Vikings quarterback Teddy Bridgewater has shown that he can win in the NFL. Bridgewater had made such strides recently that his team felt that their promising quarterback was ready to lead them to a deep playoff run this season. … Continue reading →

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Questionable Stand

Posted on August 29, 2016 by jesustrek

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick has caused quite a stir by refusing to stand for the National Anthem before a recent pre-season NFL game. The reason he gave for this protest is his concern for the way minorities have … Continue reading →

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Selfie-Inflicted Pain

Posted on August 25, 2016 by jesustrek

I recently read an article that said that many Americans are suffering physically because they have been taking too many selfies. I kept looking for some hint that the article was a joke, but apparently it’s true. Those who regularly … Continue reading →

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More than Listening

Posted on August 23, 2016 by jesustrek

The mid-week Bible study group at our church recently finished what we called a “3-2-1 Study” of the gospel of Matthew. This approach can be used with any portion of Scripture. It’s really quite simple. We were looking for some … Continue reading →

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Expecting Fruit

Posted on August 22, 2016 by jesustrek

I recently attended an outdoor wedding that took place in a vineyard. The setting was beautiful, and the weather cooperated. It was a very nice ceremony. At the reception, someone mentioned that they had checked the vines and found that … Continue reading →

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Up Next

Posted on August 19, 2016 by jesustrek

At a recent funeral service, I was scheduled to preach right after a lady delivered a solo. It wasn’t just any lady singing. It was Faith Esham, an accomplished vocalist who for years has made a living singing opera. (Faith … Continue reading →

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Different Type of Grieving

Posted on August 18, 2016 by jesustrek

My wife just attended the funeral of a young lady who had led a faithful Christian life. This service for Jodi Flinchum truly was a celebration of her life. There was joy through the tears as the mourners reflected not … Continue reading →

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Comparison

Posted on August 16, 2016 by jesustrek

I once had some surgery to correct a finger that was crooked due to Dupuytren’s contracture. After the operation I needed some physical therapy in order to regain full function of my hand.   During one session, my therapist wanted to … Continue reading →

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A Little Help!

Posted on August 12, 2016 by jesustrek

In the Summer Olympics of 1992 at Barcelona, British sprinter Derek Redmond was competing in the quarterfinals of the 400 meter race. Halfway through the race Redmond tore a hamstring and collapsed on the track. The agony on his face … Continue reading →

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