Author Archives: jesustrek

How Is the Fishing?

Posted on August 20, 2010 by jesustrek

The first people that Jesus called to be his disciples were fishermen. “Come, follow me,” Jesus said, “and I will make you fishers of men”. (Matt.4:19). Jesus still bids people to come and follow him, and no matter what your … Continue reading →

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Living Joyfully

Posted on August 19, 2010 by jesustrek

Many people think that the church at Philippi was a joyful group of believers because of the many times Paul talks about the subject in his short letter to the church. However, some have pointed out that it is more … Continue reading →

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A Forgiving Heart

Posted on August 18, 2010 by jesustrek

I heard a story about a baggage handler who worked for a major airline. One day while he was working, a customer became angry over the way his luggage was being handled. He loudly and profanely berated the worker. This … Continue reading →

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Jimmy Johnson on “Survivor”

Posted on August 17, 2010 by jesustrek

Former college and NFL football coach Jimmy Johnson will be a contestant on the reality show “Survivor” this season. CBS recently announced that Johnson will be one of the 20 castaways sent to Nicaragua. The season premiere of the show … Continue reading →

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Worshiping Like Israel and Bill

Posted on August 16, 2010 by jesustrek

Israel (aka Jacob) had lived a long and full life. Knowing that his time on earth was drawing to a close, he made preparations for his death and burial. With the end in sight, Israel kept his focus on God. … Continue reading →

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Immediate Success

Posted on August 15, 2010 by jesustrek

J. P. Arencibia J.P. Arencibia, a rookie catcher for the Toronto Blue Jays, hit a home run on the very first pitch he saw in the major leagues. On Saturday, August 7, he became only the 26th player in history … Continue reading →

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Who’s Got Talent?

Posted on August 14, 2010 by jesustrek

Jackie Evancho, a 10-year-old girl from Pennsylvania, stunned the judges and audience with her opera singing on “America’s Got Talent” on Tuesday night. Her beautiful voice sounded so full and mature that some people wondered if she might be lip … Continue reading →

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Living in Harmony

Posted on August 14, 2010 by jesustrek

There is a story told about two brothers who lived next to one another. For many years they got along quite well, but one day they had a terrible disagreement. Tempers flared, angry words were exchanged and the brothers became … Continue reading →

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Castles in the Sand

Posted on August 13, 2010 by jesustrek

In a recent “Family Circus” cartoon, Bil Keane draws a scene at the beach. Little Jeffy has obviously spent considerable time building a sand castle. However, the tide is relentlessly pushing its way in, threatening to destroy all of Jeffy’s … Continue reading →

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Pursuing the Prize

Posted on August 13, 2010 by jesustrek

Shaquille O’Neal Shaquille O’Neal just signed to play basketball for the Boston Celtics, the sixth team that he will play for in his career. At 38, and having already won four NBA titles, Shaq is not ready to rest on … Continue reading →

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