Author Archives: jesustrek

Dangerous Jump

Posted on July 30, 2016 by jesustrek

Skydiver and stuntman Luke Aikins has made over 18,000 parachute jumps, but the jump he is planning to make today is one that will be most memorable. Aikins is scheduled to jump out of a plane from 25,000 feet without … Continue reading →

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Why So Hateful?

Posted on July 28, 2016 by jesustrek

Some people love to hate Tim Tebow. For some reason, the Heisman trophy winner and former NFL quarterback incurs the wrath of many. The venom they spew is vicious, and it comes for no apparent reason. Tebow was even harshly … Continue reading →

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The Leadership of Tim Duncan

Posted on July 26, 2016 by jesustrek

Basketball great Tim Duncan just announced his retirement, ending a 19-year career with the San Antonio Spurs. Long-time Spurs coach Gregg Popovich said that Duncan was “Irreplaceable.” Scott Layden, who spent four seasons as the Spurs assistant General Manager, said—“Leadership … Continue reading →

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Where Is Their Statue?

Posted on July 23, 2016 by jesustrek

There was once a young musician whose concert received very harsh reviews from the music critics. The great composer Jean Sibelius patted him on the back and consoled him by saying,”Remember, son, there is no city in the world where they … Continue reading →

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Part of the Church

Posted on July 22, 2016 by jesustrek

I am solely responsible for a classic blooper in our church newsletter that just came out last week. I typed it. I proofread it. I thought I had it perfect, but I didn’t. I made a big mistake. One section … Continue reading →

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Dangerous Nest

Posted on July 21, 2016 by jesustrek

While picking berries, I noticed a bird’s nest that had been built about knee-high in some weeds and bushes. I thought that it was odd that the nest had been built so low. Usually they are much higher than that. … Continue reading →

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Lives Matter (Part 2)

Posted on July 19, 2016 by jesustrek

Our nation is once again (still?) in mourning because of yet another senseless shooting. It seems like each day brings another such tragedy. One wonders if our flags will perpetually fly at half staff. I have a theory about how … Continue reading →

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Lives Matter

Posted on July 18, 2016 by jesustrek

To say that there is a lot of racial tension in our nation would be a great understatement. From questionable use of deadly force by police to the assassinations of police officers, the violence is appalling. Neither side seems to … Continue reading →

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Missed It by that Much!

Posted on July 15, 2016 by jesustrek

No one has ever shot a 62 in any major championship in professional golf. Phil Mickelson almost did that yesterday in the British Open. The key word is “almost”. His 16-foot putt on the 18th green caught the right side … Continue reading →

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Go

Posted on July 15, 2016 by jesustrek

Pokemon Go is the latest craze to sweep the nation. This is a game that people play on their phones, searching for animated creatures in real-world places. The game has gotten some people into trouble. Several have been asked to … Continue reading →

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