Category Archives: Christian Living

An Important Conversation

Posted on May 6, 2024 by jesustrek

John 4 records an occasion when Jesus had a conversation with a woman at a well. It turned out to be quite an important conversation, not only for that woman, but for everyone who wants to learn about eternal life, … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Unless the Lord Builds It

Posted on April 26, 2024 by jesustrek

“Unless the Lord builds the house, the builders labor in vain. Unless the Lord watches over the city, the guards stand watch in vain. In vain you rise early and stay up late, toiling for food to eat—for he grants … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Living, Church | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Thirsty for God

Posted on April 19, 2024 by jesustrek

Psalm 42:1-1 says, “As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God. My soul thirsts for God, for the living God.” What is the thirstiest you have ever been? For me, it was … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations, Prayer | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

The End Is Near

Posted on April 12, 2024 by jesustrek

At the risk of sounding like one of those cartoon prophets walking on the sidewalk wearing a long robe and holding a sign proclaiming that doomsday is right around the corner, let me say this—the end is near. How do … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Living, Prayer | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

The Ministry of Reconciliation

Posted on April 1, 2024 by jesustrek

2 Cor.5:11-21 reminds us that we Christians have a ministry of reconciliation. We have been brought back to God through the saving work of the crucified and resurrected Jesus. Now we have the responsibility of trying to persuade others to … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations, Leadership | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

The Resurrected Jesus

Posted on March 30, 2024 by jesustrek

This is the time of year when Christians around the world take special notice of the death and resurrection of our Savior, Jesus Christ. His sacrificial death on the cross paid for the sins of the world. His resurrection from … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Living, Church, Communion Meditations | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Choosing the Son

Posted on March 29, 2024 by jesustrek

After Jesus was arrested, he was taken to the governor, Pilate. After examining Jesus, Pilate determined that he had done no wrong, and wanted to set Jesus free. There was a custom to release a prisoner at the Passover festival, … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

When Jesus Is Lifted Up

Posted on March 8, 2024 by jesustrek

Numbers 21 records an interesting part of the Israelites’ journey through the wilderness to the promised land. It seems that they grew impatient and started grumbling against God. Well, God doesn’t like to hear people grumble, especially against him, so … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

A.C.T.S. of Prayer

Posted on February 24, 2024 by jesustrek

A.C.T.S. is an acronym that many people have used over the years as an outline for their prayers. There are several variations of this plan that focuses on some of the fundamentals of prayer. I have taken one of them … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Living, Prayer | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Water

Posted on February 17, 2024 by jesustrek

My wife and I love the water. We enjoy watching boats go up and down the Ohio River, which flows about 400 yards from our house. Some of our favorite vacations, such as cruises, involve water. One trip took us … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Living | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment