Category Archives: Humor

Not Very Encouraging!

Posted on March 7, 2017 by jesustrek

Job was one of the most righteous men in the Bible. He was also one of the richest. However, he suddenly lost everything he had. His children all died at the same time. He lost his livestock, the source of … Continue reading →

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Royally Humble

Posted on March 2, 2017 by jesustrek

It is reported that Queen Elizabeth was once approached by some American tourists who did not recognize her. When they asked her if she “was from around here”, she nodded that she was. Then they asked, “Have you ever met … Continue reading →

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All Choked Up

Posted on February 21, 2017 by jesustrek

I have noticed that I seem to be getting more choked up at funerals than I once did. This could pose a problem, since I am often the preacher at funerals I attend! At first I thought that perhaps I … Continue reading →

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Trading Places

Posted on February 2, 2017 by jesustrek

My cousin paid $3,000 for Super Bowl tickets several months ago, not realizing that his planned trip to the big game would conflict with his wedding day. Now he is scrambling to find someone to take his place. If anyone … Continue reading →

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Your Own Definition

Posted on January 26, 2017 by jesustrek

“If at first you don’t succeed, redefine success!”—Robert Fulghum. In Matthew 25, Jesus tells a story about a man who attempted to redefine success. The story begins with a master giving three of his servants a substantial amount of money … Continue reading →

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Can You Hear Me Now?

Posted on January 17, 2017 by jesustrek

An older gentleman who could not hear very well finally went to a doctor to see if anything could be done to help his hearing improve. After examining him, the doctor informed the man that there was a hearing aid … Continue reading →

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No Fair!

Posted on January 11, 2017 by jesustrek

A preacher once paid a visit to a farmer who was a member of his church. He was trying to convince the farmer that he should tithe. “If you had 100 cows,” the preacher began, “would you give 10 of … Continue reading →

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Keep Going!

Posted on January 9, 2017 by jesustrek

A timid driver was so nervous about merging onto a busy highway that he actually came to a complete stop on the ramp, anxiously waiting for an opening. The impatient driver in the car behind him shouted, “The sign says ‘Yield’, … Continue reading →

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Who’s Better?

Posted on January 3, 2017 by jesustrek

In the book Children’s Letters to God, one little girl wrote: “Dear God, are boys better than girls? I know you are one, but try to be fair.” Sometimes we have to be reminded of the importance of women in … Continue reading →

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Not an Honor Student

Posted on January 2, 2017 by jesustrek

President George W. Bush gave the 2001 commencement address at Yale University. He began by saying, “To the A students who are graduating with honors, I say: well done. And to the C students I say: you too can be … Continue reading →

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