Category Archives: Culture

Punishment that Fits the Crime

Posted on January 3, 2011 by jesustrek

Michael Vick is having an excellent comeback year on the football field after serving 18 months in a federal prison for running a dogfighting ring. Many people are applauding the Philadelphia Eagles for giving Vick a second chance now that … 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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What’s Your Name?

Posted on December 23, 2010 by jesustrek

Phil Donahue once interviewed the great actress, Katherine Hepburn. At the end of the interview, Donahue asked Hepburn to sign a copy of her autobiography for him. She was glad to do so. Taking book and pen in hand, she … Continue reading →

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That Pesky 20%

Posted on December 18, 2010 by jesustrek

Los Angeles Laker forward Ron Artest, when recently asked about his commitment to a vegan lifestyle, answered: “About 80 percent. I like pork chops.” Sadly, this is too much like a lot of people’s commitment to Jesus Christ. They are … 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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Right from Left

Posted on November 18, 2010 by jesustrek

Our new house has a sink with the hot and cold water faucets reversed. Normally, the hot water is on the left and the cold on the right, so this abnormality has me a bit confused. Now, I can go … Continue reading →

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To Be with God

Posted on November 15, 2010 by jesustrek

Pat Tillman is recognized as a true American hero. He walked away from a lucrative career playing professional football in order to join the U.S. military to fight in the war against terrorists. Tillman was killed by gunfire in Afghanistan. … Continue reading →

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Sounding Good!?

Posted on November 7, 2010 by jesustrek

I attended a traditional music show last night at the local high school auditorium. Several groups played, mostly bluegrass, but there was quite a bit of gospel music mixed in as well. I was reminded of something that has perplexed … Continue reading →

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Unwanted Pages

Posted on October 28, 2010 by jesustrek

My Bible is falling apart. Perhaps that makes it look as if I have used it more than I really have. To tell the truth, I just bought this Bible a couple of years ago. I thought I was getting … Continue reading →

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Politics of the Heart

Posted on October 20, 2010 by jesustrek

Elections are less than two weeks away. We are reminded of this fact every time we turn on the television and are bombarded by advertisements for (but mostly against) various candidates for office. I am reminded of the Bible verse … Continue reading →

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