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Author Archives: jesustrek
The Winner’s Circle
Zenyatta Today Zenyatta will try to earn recognition as one of the greatest racehorses of all time. The big mare is going for her second straight win in the Breeders’ Cup Classic. If she wins, she will most certainly be … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Current Events, Sports
Tagged Breeders' Cup, faith, Horse of the Year, horse racing, illustration, Jesus, Perfection, victory, winner's circle, Zenyatta
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When Love Hurts
Mary had some initial reservations when an angel told her she would give birth to the Son of the Most High (Luke 1:26-34). But she soon surrendered her will to God’s and accepted the assignment given to her (Luke 1:38). … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living
Tagged cross, hurt, illustration, Jesus, Lady Antebellum, love, Mary, pain, relationships
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Dispersing the Crowd
When Elvis Presley was still performing, his adoring fans used to stay long after the concert was over, hoping for another encore, or just one more glimpse of their hero, “The King”. This was a problem for personnel working at … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church
Tagged concert, Elvis Presley, evangelism, fans, followers, illustration, Jesus, left the building
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Books
My wife and I recently moved. As a matter of fact, there are still a lot of boxes stacked around the house, waiting to be unpacked. Many of those boxes contain books. These were some of the heaviest boxes we … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living
Tagged Bible, books, illustration, learning, moving, reading
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From a Button to the Throne
The weather is starting to get a bit nippy, so I decided to wear a long-sleeved dress shirt this morning. I was a bit puzzled to find the left cuff unbuttoned, while the right one was buttoned. Then the reason … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Prayer
Tagged button, God, healing, illustration, Prayer, rehabilitation, surgery, thanksgiving
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God’s Favorite Music
Most people have a favorite type of music. We choose from country, rock, top 40, oldies, etc., to program our car radios. We usually tend to think that other people should share our taste for music. We even think … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church
Tagged church, God, illustration, music, sing, songs, variety, worship
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A Lively Church
You’ve probably heard the story about the man who died suddenly during the church service. When the undertaker arrived, he carried out five men before he found the right one! Some churches have a reputation for not being very lively. … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church, Humor
Tagged Christian living, church, faith, humor, illustration, lively, reputation, vibrant
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When Jesus Stood Up
Stephen was the first martyr of the church. He was stoned to death by religious people who rejected his message about Jesus Christ. As his opponents began to unleash their violent fury against him, the Bible says, “But Stephen, full … Continue reading
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Tagged faith, illustration, Jesus, martyr, persecution, Stephen
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Unwanted Pages
My Bible is falling apart. Perhaps that makes it look as if I have used it more than I really have. To tell the truth, I just bought this Bible a couple of years ago. I thought I was getting … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Culture
Tagged Bible, Christian living, faith, illustration, lifestyle, self-examination, sin
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The End of the Rainbow
Vanceburg, KY Yesterday my wife and I were driving from the country back into the little town that has recently become our home. As Vanceburg came into view, we became aware of the beautiful setting that was spread out before … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living
Tagged God's will, going home, nature, Ohio River, rainbow, Vanceburg KY
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