Category Archives: Christian Living

Is That Really What Happened?

Posted on January 28, 2016 by jesustrek

A recent newspaper headline read—“Area weather wet, but no difficulties reported”. Ironically, just above the headline was a picture of a car upside down in a ditch beside the highway. The driver of the vehicle, who had lost control on … Continue reading →

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The Best Medicine

Posted on January 26, 2016 by jesustrek

Renowned scientist Stephen Hawking, 74, was diagnosed with a rare and slowly progressing form of motor neuron disease at the age of 21. Hawking has spent much of his adult life in a wheelchair, communicating with the aid of a … Continue reading →

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How Good Do I Have to Be?

Posted on January 23, 2016 by jesustrek

The Cleveland Cavaliers fired head coach David Blatt yesterday. Evidently the front office thought that Blatt was not the person who could lead them to an NBA championship. The decision came as a shock to many. The Cavaliers currently have … Continue reading →

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Ironic Death

Posted on January 22, 2016 by jesustrek

Andres Soto Jr., of Lexington, Kentucky, wanted to become a counselor for at-risk and violent kids. He had been a member of a gang when he was younger, but he later decided that wasn’t a good path for him. Andres … Continue reading →

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Better Together

Posted on January 21, 2016 by jesustrek

Some kind person puts food out for several cats that hang out near a store in my home town. There is also an old blanket there for the cats to lie down on. Now that the weather has turned cold, … Continue reading →

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Give Me Five!

Posted on January 19, 2016 by jesustrek

The “High Five” is a gesture that has become commonplace in American society. It seems to have started when outfielder Glenn Burke ran over with his arm in the air to congratulate his teammate Dusty Baker, who had just hit … Continue reading →

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Bearing the Burden

Posted on January 18, 2016 by jesustrek

I recently saw a semi-truck pulling an empty trailer. I noticed that two of the tires on the trailer had blown out. However, the other tires on the trailer were more than able to carry the weight. The trucker was … Continue reading →

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Prefer Your Future

Posted on January 16, 2016 by jesustrek

Adam Edelen thought that he would begin serving his second term as Kentucky’s state auditor this month. Instead, he is back in the private sector, beginning a new chapter of his life. He, and most other Democrats seeking election to … Continue reading →

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Truly Thankful

Posted on January 14, 2016 by jesustrek

Sylvester Stallone was named best supporting actor for his role in Creed at the Golden Globe Awards on Sunday. Sly became so emotionally overwhelmed by the standing ovation he received that he forgot to thank a couple of people who … Continue reading →

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Sad Sight

Posted on January 13, 2016 by jesustrek

I attended the Kentucky State Ministers Retreat at Lake Cumberland State Resort Park this week. As usual, it was a refreshing and inspiring couple of days. The preaching, worship, fellowship and food were all delightful. Sometimes I extend my stay … Continue reading →

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