Category Archives: Church

Does She Know?

Posted on August 30, 2010 by jesustrek

I wasn’t scheduled to preach anywhere yesterday, so my wife and I visited a church in the next county. A lady with three young girls sat down next to us, and we began to worship. Sometimes when I worship in … Continue reading →

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No Greater Joy

Posted on August 29, 2010 by jesustrek

Yesterday I attended an open house for some dear friends who were celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary. Perhaps the most amazing feat that this faithful Christian couple has accomplished in their years together is raising 6 children who are all … Continue reading →

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Celebrating Salvation

Posted on August 26, 2010 by jesustrek

A landslide at a gold-and-copper mine in Chile on August 5 trapped 33 miners more than 2,200 feet underground. 17 days later, all 33 men were found to be alive and in relatively good condition. Although it will be some … Continue reading →

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Versatility

Posted on August 25, 2010 by jesustrek

Boston Red Sox outfielder Ted Williams was known primarily for his hitting ability. The slugger is regarded as one of the best hitters to ever play the game. However, on August 24, 1940, Williams pitched the last two innings of … Continue reading →

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Prepared to Speak

Posted on August 23, 2010 by jesustrek

On a recent episode of America’s Funniest Videos, there was a short clip of some children reciting memory work at church. After giving a short speech, each child was rewarded with some candy. One little boy stepped up to the … Continue reading →

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One Out of a Hundred

Posted on August 21, 2010 by jesustrek

“Then Jesus told them this parable: “Suppose one of you has a hundred sheep and loses one of them. Does he not leave the ninety-nine in the open country and go after the lost sheep until he finds it? And … Continue reading →

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How Is the Fishing?

Posted on August 20, 2010 by jesustrek

The first people that Jesus called to be his disciples were fishermen. “Come, follow me,” Jesus said, “and I will make you fishers of men”. (Matt.4:19). Jesus still bids people to come and follow him, and no matter what your … Continue reading →

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Living Joyfully

Posted on August 19, 2010 by jesustrek

Many people think that the church at Philippi was a joyful group of believers because of the many times Paul talks about the subject in his short letter to the church. However, some have pointed out that it is more … Continue reading →

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Worshiping Like Israel and Bill

Posted on August 16, 2010 by jesustrek

Israel (aka Jacob) had lived a long and full life. Knowing that his time on earth was drawing to a close, he made preparations for his death and burial. With the end in sight, Israel kept his focus on God. … Continue reading →

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Who’s Got Talent?

Posted on August 14, 2010 by jesustrek

Jackie Evancho, a 10-year-old girl from Pennsylvania, stunned the judges and audience with her opera singing on “America’s Got Talent” on Tuesday night. Her beautiful voice sounded so full and mature that some people wondered if she might be lip … Continue reading →

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