Category Archives: Church

Plenty of Support

Posted on September 1, 2014 by jesustrek

My father-in-law, Bill Mauk, died suddenly this past Saturday night at the age of 86. The outpouring of support from family and friends has been tremendous. We truly appreciate the prayers, the comforting words and the various deeds of kindness … Continue reading →

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Young Worshipers

Posted on August 28, 2014 by jesustrek

I couldn’t help but notice a couple of small children at church this past Sunday, and how they seemed to be fascinated with the worship experience. 1-year-old Ava couldn’t take her eyes off the praise team as the music part of … Continue reading →

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Better Way

Posted on August 11, 2014 by jesustrek

For the past few years, the New Beginnings Ministries Church in Warsaw, Ohio has picketed the Foxhole North club in nearby New Castle because they feature topless dancing. This past Sunday, several dancers from the club responded by staging their … Continue reading →

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Chance to Grow

Posted on August 6, 2014 by jesustrek

Rick Warren once said, “The truth is that Christians need relationships to grow. We don’t grow in isolation from others. We develop in the context of fellowship. Over and over again in the New Testament we find this basic truth: … Continue reading →

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Engaged in Worship

Posted on July 18, 2014 by jesustrek

A few years ago, a “Dennis the Menace” cartoon showed Dennis sitting in a church pew beside his father. Looking up at his Dad, he says, “Is it OK if we leave at half time?” Worship services don’t normally have … Continue reading →

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Not Quite the Same

Posted on June 18, 2014 by jesustrek

The fireworks business seems to be flourishing in the southern parts of the United States. Driving through the south you see a lot of advertisements for fireworks to suit your every need. From sparkers to the big boomers, you can … Continue reading →

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Youthful Contributor

Posted on April 25, 2014 by jesustrek

I arrived late at a local high school softball game a few days ago. I got there just in time to see a young lady on the visiting team hit one out of the ball park. Then I noticed that … Continue reading →

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Teachers Beware

Posted on April 16, 2014 by jesustrek

I have long been disappointed in Jimmy Carter because of his position favoring abortion rights. Now I have learned that Carter also supports homosexual marriage. How can someone who has taught Sunday School in a Baptist church for so many … Continue reading →

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All Are Important

Posted on March 31, 2014 by jesustrek

People sometimes ask me why I wear gloves when it’s chilly outside, even though I’m wearing short pants. I’ve discovered that when I’m exercising, my hands are the first part of my body to get cold. I learned this lesson … Continue reading →

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All In

Posted on March 27, 2014 by jesustrek

Bob Hoffman coaches the Mercer men’s basketball team, which recently upset Duke in the NCAA Tournament. After that big win, reporters asked Hoffman where his passion came from. He responded, “Well, I’m a big psycho. I mean, I’m just a … Continue reading →

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