Category Archives: Church

Wonderful Words

Posted on January 7, 2011 by jesustrek

Someone once compiled a list of some of the best-loved words and phrases in the English language. Among those phrases making the list are: I love you, I forgive you and Supper’s ready! Those three phrases are implied, if not … Continue reading →

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For the Good of the Team

Posted on December 28, 2010 by jesustrek

Even though the Cincinnati Bengals have two of the most talented receivers in football in Terrell Owens and Chad Ochocinco, the team has struggled through a horrible year. It seems that it takes more than skill to win ball games. … Continue reading →

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Need More Initiative?

Posted on December 28, 2010 by jesustrek

Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell disagreed with the NFL’s decision to postpone Sunday’s Eagles’ game against the Vikings because of the heavy snow. He thinks that Americans are becoming too soft, and that we are not competing well with nations such … Continue reading →

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Warning Against Complacency

Posted on December 15, 2010 by jesustrek

Amos 6:1 says, “Woe to you who are complacent in Zion, and to you who feel secure on Mount Samaria, you notable men of the foremost nation, to whom the people of Israel come!” This is a warning to the … Continue reading →

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The 23rd Channel

Posted on December 14, 2010 by jesustrek

This has been in circulation for a few years. I don’t know who deserves the credit for it, but I think it is worthy of our consideration once again. The TV is my shepherd, I shall not want. It makes … Continue reading →

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Not a Handyman

Posted on December 10, 2010 by jesustrek

Several years ago, some ladies in the church I served decided that they needed an electric can opener in the kitchen. They wanted one that could be attached to the bottom of the cabinets. Once the can opener was purchased, … Continue reading →

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Hallowed Ground

Posted on November 20, 2010 by jesustrek

My wife and I just spent a few days on hallowed ground. We worshiped in a place where thousands before us have lifted up their voices in praise, chanting such phrases as “C-A-T-S” and “Go Big Blue”. The “hallowed ground” … Continue reading →

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Follow the Leader

Posted on November 17, 2010 by jesustrek

The children in The Family Circus cartoon were playing “follow the leader” when Billy told Dolly, “Okay, you can lead this time…as long as you go where I want.” That sounds like the attitude of many people in the church. … Continue reading →

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A Good Soldier

Posted on November 11, 2010 by jesustrek

Today is Veteran’s Day, a day when we honor those who have served, and are currently serving, in the armed forces of the United States of America. We truly owe a debt of gratitude to those who have risked and … Continue reading →

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Simplify

Posted on November 10, 2010 by jesustrek

Did you hear that the government is going to streamline the way they operate? They have decided to combine the health care system with the educational system. The slogan for these combined programs is going to be—“We will inoculate no … Continue reading →

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