Author Archives: jesustrek

Training Is Hard!

Posted on August 5, 2016 by jesustrek

Wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald of the Arizona Cardinals is not a big fan of pre-season workouts. When the NFL All-Star retires, one thing he will not miss about the sport is training camp. The rigors of the grueling workouts are … Continue reading →

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Looking Ahead

Posted on August 4, 2016 by jesustrek

The Bible continually points out the need to consider the future and see the possibilities that lie ahead. Proverbs 29:18 says, “Where there is no vision, the people perish.” (KJV). Churches with no vision for the future die a slow … Continue reading →

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Loyal Support

Posted on August 3, 2016 by jesustrek

Few athletes have had as many fans as Michael Jordan. However, even Jordan has shown the need for emotional support. When columnist Bob Greene asked Michael why he wanted his father to be in the stands to watch him play, … Continue reading →

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Important Reminder

Posted on August 2, 2016 by jesustrek

Every summer we are reminded of the danger of leaving a child unattended in a parked car. The temperature inside a parked car on a 90 degree day can reach 119 degrees in 20 minutes and 133 degrees after an … Continue reading →

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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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