Author Archives: jesustrek

Mission in Mind

Posted on September 17, 2013 by jesustrek

When Jesus was transfigured on a high mountain, Peter wanted to put up shelters for Jesus, Moses and Elijah (Matthew 17:1-4).  Some think that Peter wanted to prolong the experience. However, the reality was that Jesus and his disciples had … Continue reading →

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Habits

Posted on September 16, 2013 by jesustrek

As I taught a group of young people, I spoke of the need to develop the habit of attending church. One young lady asked, “But aren’t habits bad?” I had never thought of it that way, but it seems that … Continue reading →

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Travel for Free

Posted on September 13, 2013 by jesustrek

Due to a computer glitch, United Airlines offered flights for free yesterday. When they realized the mistake, the airline stopped accepting reservations on its website until the problem was corrected. It has not yet been reported how many people accepted … Continue reading →

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Clean House

Posted on September 12, 2013 by jesustrek

I once received a phone call from a friend from out of town. He happened to be in the area and wondered if he could drop by for a quick visit. I said, “Sure, come on over!” Then I surveyed … Continue reading →

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Good Prevails

Posted on September 11, 2013 by jesustrek

Many things changed after the terrorist attacks on America on September 11, 2001. For one thing, we saw a resurgence of patriotism in the United States. The National Anthem and “God Bless America” stirred our emotions more deeply than before. … Continue reading →

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We Want to Remember

Posted on September 11, 2013 by jesustrek

September 11, 2001 is forever cemented in the minds of Americans. Anyone who is old enough to recall the tragic events of that day will never forget what he or she was doing when they first heard that our nation … Continue reading →

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Better Take that Call!

Posted on September 10, 2013 by jesustrek

Last night I attended a Christian men’s meeting. We enjoyed a nice meal and worshiped together. The meeting concluded with a song that we all sang together as people were invited to respond to the preaching. Just as we began … Continue reading →

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Faithful Husband

Posted on September 9, 2013 by jesustrek

Former professional baseball and football player Bo Jackson was once asked how he avoided the sexual temptations that seem to plague professional athletes. He responded that there were a couple of reasons why he didn’t pay any attention to the … Continue reading →

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Feeling Clean

Posted on September 6, 2013 by jesustrek

While on vacation recently, I felt exceptionally clean one morning. I started the day with a brisk walk. Having worked up a sweat, I showered before breakfast. Then I spent some time in the motel’s pool. Afterward, wanting to wash … Continue reading →

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Beware the Grinch!

Posted on September 4, 2013 by jesustrek

Jesse Simpson, 27, of Covington, Kentucky, recently pleaded guilty to three counts of breaking and entering. Simpson and an accomplice broke into a Toys for Tots warehouse in the early morning hours of December 24, 2011, according to authorities. They … Continue reading →

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