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Resolutions Abound
Posted in Christian Living
Tagged better living, Bible, Christians, faith, New Year's resolutions, Philippians, self-improvement
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Insured
Not my car! Could have been worse! Thank goodness for car insurance! Last night I joined the ever-growing club of drivers who have hit a deer. Actually, this deer hit me. It was dark, and I was driving about 55 … Continue reading
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Tagged car hit deer, illustration, insured, Jesus, prepared, second coming, surprise accident
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For the Good of the Team
Even though the Cincinnati Bengals have two of the most talented receivers in football in Terrell Owens and Chad Ochocinco, the team has struggled through a horrible year. It seems that it takes more than skill to win ball games. … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church, Leadership, Sports
Tagged Chad Ochocinco, Cincinnati Bengals, illustration, selfish, teamwork, Terrell Owens
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Need More Initiative?
Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell disagreed with the NFL’s decision to postpone Sunday’s Eagles’ game against the Vikings because of the heavy snow. He thinks that Americans are becoming too soft, and that we are not competing well with nations such … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church, Culture, Current Events, Humor, Sports
Tagged America, Chinese, church, Eagles, faith, game postponed, Gov. Ed Rendell, illustration, initiative, lazy, NFL, Vikings
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A Life-Saving Choice
On June 14, 2003, a charter fishing boat carrying 19 people capsized off the coast of Oregon. Everyone on board had been offered a life jacket at the beginning of the trip. Only 8 people accepted the offer; 11 refused … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living
Tagged capsized, critical choices, fishing boat, illustration, Jesus, John 3:16, perish, salvation
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Best Christmas Gift Ever
Some people have been surprised with some truly amazing Christmas gifts over the years—a new car, expensive jewelry, a pony, a marriage proposal, an unexpected visit from a loved one who is serving in the military… What is the best … Continue reading
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Tagged best present, Christ's birth, Christmas gifts, illustration, Jesus, manger
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What’s Your Name?
Phil Donahue once interviewed the great actress, Katherine Hepburn. At the end of the interview, Donahue asked Hepburn to sign a copy of her autobiography for him. She was glad to do so. Taking book and pen in hand, she … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Culture, Humor
Tagged autobiography, autograph, didn't know him, Heaven, illustration, Jesus, Katherine Hepburn, Phil Donahue, TV's Most Outrageous Moments
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Remarkable Comeback
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Matt Cassel recently made a remarkable comeback. Just 11 days after an emergency appendectomy, Cassel returned to the lineup and threw a touchdown pass as he lead the Chiefs to a 27-13 road victory over the … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Sports
Tagged comeback, emergency appendectomy, illustration, Jesus Christ, Kansas City Chiefs, Matt Cassel, resurrection, victory
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Reflecting
I tried to observe the total lunar eclipse last night, but it was too cloudy for me to see it. The moon is normally illuminated by the sun. During a total lunar eclipse, the full moon passes through the shadow … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Current Events, Uncategorized
Tagged eclipse, good deeds, illuminating, illustration, Jesus, moon, reflecting
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In His Presence
Several years ago, a lady entered an ice cream shop in Kansas City to purchase a treat. After making her selection, she turned and found herself face to face with Paul Newman, who was in town filming a movie. He … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Humor
Tagged excited, illustration, Paul Newman, presence of God, worship
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