Category Archives: Christian Living

Living for Jesus

Posted on June 8, 2024 by jesustrek

Our purpose in life is to live for our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. The Bible is filled with instructions on how to do that. Luke 17:1-10 contains some specific teachings on how to live for Jesus. First, it has … Continue reading →

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The Precious Word of God

Posted on May 31, 2024 by jesustrek

Young Samuel began his ministry in days when “the word of the Lord was rare” (1 Sam.3:1). The Lord spoke audibly to him one night, but he thought that the priest Eli was calling out to him. Eli realized that … Continue reading →

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The Christian Mission

Posted on May 18, 2024 by jesustrek

At the conclusion of Matthew’s gospel, Jesus gives his followers their marching orders. He has already given his life as a sacrifice for the sins of mankind and been resurrected from the dead. He claims that all authority in heaven … Continue reading →

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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 →

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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 →

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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 →

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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 →

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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 →

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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 →

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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 →

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