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Posted on August 4, 2021 by jesustrek

A couple of preachers got together for a cup of coffee one day. During the course of the conversation one minister asked the other, “How many people do you have in your church?” “About 100”, was the reply. “How many … Continue reading →

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Benefits of Aging

Posted on July 30, 2021 by jesustrek

Some people complain about growing older, but if you think about it there are some benefits of aging. For one thing, you are not as likely to be kidnapped. And if you do happen to find yourself in a hostage … Continue reading →

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Things I Have Learned

Posted on July 29, 2021 by jesustrek

I feel that I am learning some things as I grow older. For example, I know that I need to take better care of myself. My goal is to lose 10 pounds this year. I only have 14 to go. … Continue reading →

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How to Live a Powerful Life

Posted on July 27, 2021 by jesustrek

An energetic and somewhat ornery little boy once tried to get his mother to give him some money in exchange for his good behavior. His mother answered, “Why can’t you be like your father and be good for nothing?” Nobody … Continue reading →

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Instant Heroes

Posted on July 22, 2021 by jesustrek

A tour group once visited a picturesque village. As they walked by an old man sitting by a fence, one of the tourists asked in a very patronizing way, “Were any great men born in this village?” The old man … Continue reading →

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Time to Celebrate!

Posted on July 9, 2021 by jesustrek

Jean Fleming wrote the following in Discipleship Journal: “Recently something rapturous happened a few spaces down the church pew from me. The pastor announced that a young boy in our congregation named Crockett had given his heart to Christ that … Continue reading →

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The Gravity of the Situation

Posted on July 7, 2021 by jesustrek

There is a lot of talk about climate change, but I have become aware of another situation in nature that is not getting any attention, and I think that we need to start talking about it. I first noticed this … Continue reading →

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Need Friends?

Posted on June 30, 2021 by jesustrek

Years ago Pepper Rodgers was the head football coach at UCLA. One year he was in the middle of a terrible season. You know how it is in sports. If the team isn’t doing well, no one is happy. Players, … Continue reading →

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Don’t Get Caught!

Posted on June 2, 2021 by jesustrek

A recent Family Circus cartoon had young Dolly sharing this piece of advice with her younger brothers—“Remember—no running in the house if an adult is watching.” That seems to be the mindset of many adults when it comes to our … Continue reading →

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The Words Are Different

Posted on May 11, 2021 by jesustrek

A man was once asked to explain the difference between the word “complete” and the word “finished”. After some thought, this is what he said: “If a man marries the right woman, he is complete. If he marries the wrong … Continue reading →

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