Author Archives: jesustrek

Grace Will Lead Me Home

Posted on March 26, 2014 by jesustrek

A few days ago I walked by a ball park where some youngsters—perhaps 7 or 8 years old–were practicing baseball. Their coaches had them working on running the bases. They instructed them, “Make sure you touch every base!” My mind … Continue reading →

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Imitating Their Faith

Posted on March 25, 2014 by jesustrek

Last night I dreamed about my Uncle Bob Wilmoth, who went on to his heavenly reward several years ago. Uncle Bob preached the gospel for over 50 years, and he always was one of my heroes of the faith. He … Continue reading →

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Steer Clear of Disaster

Posted on March 24, 2014 by jesustrek

Culture wars are nothing new. From Genesis to Revelation, the Bible contains accounts of people who rebelled against God’s moral laws and had to face unspeakable consequences. It shouldn’t surprise us that this trend continues today. Jude 4 & 7 … Continue reading →

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In Tune

Posted on March 21, 2014 by jesustrek

“Has it ever occurred to you that one hundred pianos all tuned to the same fork are automatically tuned to each other? They are of one accord by being tuned, not to each other, but to another standard to which … Continue reading →

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That’s the Book for Me

Posted on March 20, 2014 by jesustrek

Over the years, I have tried different Bibles. I own several various translations. As my eyes have aged, I have looked for copies of the Scripture with larger print. However, as a preacher, I want a Bible that is not … Continue reading →

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Giving Them New Life

Posted on March 19, 2014 by jesustrek

Jesus approached the tomb where they had laid his good friend Lazarus. First, he wept. Then he ordered that the stone be removed from the entrance to the tomb. After that, Jesus prayed that those present would put their faith in … Continue reading →

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Unhealthy Attachment

Posted on March 17, 2014 by jesustrek

A bull rider lay flat in the dirt after losing a head butting contest with the bull he had tried to ride in a rodeo competition. As he lay motionless, the crowd became silent, sensing that he was seriously injured. … Continue reading →

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Listen!

Posted on March 13, 2014 by jesustrek

Elijah was experiencing some discouragement, so the Lord decided to make himself known to him in a special way. “The Lord said, ‘Go out and stand on the mountain in the presence of the Lord, for the Lord is about … Continue reading →

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How to Beat the Blues

Posted on March 12, 2014 by jesustrek

Elijah had just seen a great victory for the Lord (1 Kings 18). He stood against a large number of false prophets and, putting his faith in God, saw the evildoers completely defeated. Then, remarkably, Elijah lost his nerve. After … Continue reading →

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Two-Part Talk

Posted on March 11, 2014 by jesustrek

A couple of themes stand out in the writings of the apostle Paul. First, he talks a great deal about Jesus. He is continually expounding on the crucified, yet risen, Christ. Paul’s most heartfelt desire is to make the gospel … Continue reading →

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