Category Archives: Christian Living

Reconfigured Life

Posted on December 16, 2015 by jesustrek

Baseball’s all-time hits leader Pete Rose has been banned from the game since 1989 for betting on baseball. Major League Baseball takes the integrity of the game very seriously, therefore betting on the game is strictly forbidden. Rose applied for … Continue reading →

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Being There

Posted on December 14, 2015 by jesustrek

Today, Iowa Gov. Terry Branstad became the longest-serving governor in the history of the United States. He has been governor for nearly 21 years. One of the biggest reasons for Gov. Branstad’s longevity is that he spends a lot of … Continue reading →

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From the Cradle to the Cross

Posted on December 10, 2015 by jesustrek

Among the gifts that the Magi brought to little Jesus was myrrh, which was used as a perfume in the ancient world (Matthew 2:11). This would seem to be a strange gift to give to a small child. However, they … Continue reading →

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I Love a Parade!

Posted on December 8, 2015 by jesustrek

Several teenagers in our church participate in the high school marching band. They had a busy weekend recently, as the band participated in three Christmas parades in a 24-hour period. One girl was tired and sore from carrying a bass drum … Continue reading →

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Staying on Track

Posted on December 7, 2015 by jesustrek

There are few things faster and more powerful than a locomotive. Trains can haul thousands of tons of freight long distances, traveling at great speeds. However, a train is only effective as long as it stays on the track. If … Continue reading →

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Marked

Posted on December 5, 2015 by jesustrek

Ezekiel prophesied during a time of spiritual decline. In a vision God gave to him, a man was told to “…Go throughout the city of Jerusalem and put a mark on the foreheads of those who grieve and lament over … Continue reading →

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Excellence in Giving

Posted on December 2, 2015 by jesustrek

Those of us who claim to follow Jesus should strive for excellence in all that we do. This includes the matter of giving to the work of the Lord. An elderly lady once passed out in church, hitting her head … Continue reading →

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Senior Success Stories

Posted on December 1, 2015 by jesustrek

A friend of mine just told me about her remarkable father. At the age of 93, he still drives and takes care of himself. This hunting season he harvested 12 squirrels, 2 turkeys and a deer. Did I mention that … Continue reading →

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Favorite Holiday Verse

Posted on November 28, 2015 by jesustrek

One of my favorite verses of Scripture for the holidays is 2 Corinthians 9:15—“Thanks be to God for his indescribable gift!” This is a great verse for Thanksgiving, because out of all the wonderful things that God has given us, … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving at Our House

Posted on November 25, 2015 by jesustrek

Today I will be slaving over a hot stove, carefully preparing our traditional Thanksgiving meal. The main course will be our favorite holiday dish—Hillbilly Turducken, which, of course, is a turkey stuffed with a duck stuffed with a chicken stuffed … Continue reading →

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