Category Archives: Christian Living

Trading Places

Posted on August 17, 2012 by jesustrek

In Suzanne Collins’ novel The Hunger Games, teenager Katniss Everdeen bravely volunteers for a dangerous assignment. She nobly takes the place of her younger sister to compete in a government-mandated competition that will almost assuredly lead to her death. Katniss’ … Continue reading →

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Genuine

Posted on August 16, 2012 by jesustrek

There is a story told about a man who wanted to play in an orchestra, but he knew nothing about music. However, he was a rich man, so he paid the conductor a lot of money to let him sit … Continue reading →

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Up the Creek (Part 2)

Posted on August 15, 2012 by jesustrek

Yesterday I wrote about forgetting to bring a paddle along for a canoe trip. I had to go back to the house and get the paddle before I could go anywhere on the water. Today I’ll tell you a little … Continue reading →

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Up the Creek

Posted on August 14, 2012 by jesustrek

I recently took up canoeing. About a hundred yards from my house there is a good place to put my canoe in the Ohio River. A couple of days ago, I was all set to go out on the water. … Continue reading →

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All That’s Left

Posted on August 13, 2012 by jesustrek

Today is “Left-Handers Day”. Since I am part of the 10 percent of Americans who are left-handed, I can sympathize with others who share in the struggles of being a lefty. Only those who have fumbled with can openers, scissors … Continue reading →

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Rise and Shine!

Posted on August 9, 2012 by jesustrek

I had just spent an intense week with several teenagers on the campus of a Christian college. We had gathered, along with hundreds of other teens and adult sponsors, for inspiring worship, dynamic speakers and challenging workshops. It was truly … Continue reading →

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Godly Attitude Toward Diet

Posted on August 7, 2012 by jesustrek

Olympic swimmer Ryan Lochte did not trust the local food when he competed in Beijing four years ago. So he went to McDonald’s for most meals, and as a result says he gained about ten pounds. Since then, Lochte has … Continue reading →

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Off Target

Posted on August 6, 2012 by jesustrek

  Matt Emmons is a world-class marksman who is perhaps best known for a critical mistake he made in an important competition. While participating in the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens, Greece, Emmons had a comfortable lead going into the … Continue reading →

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Help for the Hurting

Posted on August 3, 2012 by jesustrek

Someone in Longview, Washington injured a duck with a blow dart. People noticed the wounded bird and tried to help it. But the duck was able to swim and fly, so it avoided capture for more than a month. Finally, … Continue reading →

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Lackluster Effort

Posted on August 2, 2012 by jesustrek

It seems that 8 Olympic badminton players, representing 3 different nations, have been kicked out of the London Olympic games for not giving their best effort to win. The players defended themselves by saying that they were conserving their energy … Continue reading →

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