Author Archives: jesustrek

A Sobering Thought

Posted on September 3, 2010 by jesustrek

According to a recent AP report, an estimated 17 million people have driven while drunk at least once on U.S. streets and highways in the course of a year. A study released by the government last month says that 8% … Continue reading →

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What is a Christian?

Posted on September 2, 2010 by jesustrek

TV/radio host and author Amy Goodman recently wrote a newspaper article in favor of the proposal to build an Islamic center near Ground Zero. In that article she asks, “Does anyone seriously say that there shouldn’t be a Christian church … Continue reading →

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Looks Like a Champion

Posted on September 1, 2010 by jesustrek

2008 Iowa State Fair Grand Champion Steer Dan Piller recently wrote in the Des Moines Register about the steer that was named the 2010 Grand Champion in the Iowa State Fair. “Doc” looked a whole lot like “Wade”, the steer … Continue reading →

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Emotions Transformed

Posted on September 1, 2010 by jesustrek

The two final contestants were competing for the top prize on a recent show of “The Price is Right”. They had both made their guesses for the showcase showdown, where you win valuable prizes if you guess the closest on … Continue reading →

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The Young Man and the Statue

Posted on August 31, 2010 by jesustrek

  He had grown up in a Christian home and accepted Jesus as his savior when he was a young boy. However, as a teenager he rebelled against the faith, adopted a defiant attitude toward his parents and had to … Continue reading →

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Does She Know?

Posted on August 30, 2010 by jesustrek

I wasn’t scheduled to preach anywhere yesterday, so my wife and I visited a church in the next county. A lady with three young girls sat down next to us, and we began to worship. Sometimes when I worship in … Continue reading →

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No Greater Joy

Posted on August 29, 2010 by jesustrek

Yesterday I attended an open house for some dear friends who were celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary. Perhaps the most amazing feat that this faithful Christian couple has accomplished in their years together is raising 6 children who are all … Continue reading →

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Confession is Good for the Soul

Posted on August 28, 2010 by jesustrek

My parents own a farm along the Ohio River. Sometimes when I go to visit, I take a walk down to the riverbank. I like to enjoy the beauty of God’s creation as the mighty river moves faithfully on toward … Continue reading →

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Don’t Oversleep!

Posted on August 27, 2010 by jesustrek

Professional golfer Jim Furyk overslept Wednesday and missed his tee time. Furyk’s cell phone alarm clock lost power overnight, and he had no backup plan. PGA officials had no choice but to disqualify him from the tournament. Furyk commented, “I’ve … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Salvation

Posted on August 26, 2010 by jesustrek

A landslide at a gold-and-copper mine in Chile on August 5 trapped 33 miners more than 2,200 feet underground. 17 days later, all 33 men were found to be alive and in relatively good condition. Although it will be some … Continue reading →

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