Category Archives: Leadership

Comparisons

Posted on September 17, 2015 by jesustrek

In his book, The Winning Attitude, John Maxwell tells the following story. Two cows were grazing in a pasture when they saw a milk truck pass by. On the side of the truck were the words, “Pasteurized, homogenized, standardized, Vitamin … Continue reading →

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Avid Fisherman

Posted on September 15, 2015 by jesustrek

I heard about a man who was such an enthusiastic fisherman that every time he posed for a family photo, he automatically held out his hand, as if he were displaying a fish that he had just caught! Jesus calls … Continue reading →

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Ups and Downs

Posted on September 4, 2015 by jesustrek

Chicago Cubs rookie Kris Bryant had an interesting game on Wednesday, September 3rd. Bryant hit a two-run home run in the eighth inning that tied the game against the Cincinnati Reds. The very next inning, Bryant made an error with … Continue reading →

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Pesky Tongue

Posted on September 2, 2015 by jesustrek

I remember a conversation I once had with a teammate as we were getting dressed for basketball practice in elementary school. He said, “I’m going to make sure I keep my tongue straight this year.” I thought that he was … Continue reading →

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Not an Accident

Posted on August 31, 2015 by jesustrek

An insurance agent was writing a policy for a cowboy. “Have you ever had any accidents?” the agent asked. “No, not really,” replied the cowboy. “A horse kicked me and broke some of my ribs once. Another time I got … Continue reading →

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Still Serving

Posted on August 28, 2015 by jesustrek

Barbara Klassen had a great-uncle who lived to be 106 years old. He maintained such good health in his later years that he was able to chauffer some of his less able-bodied senior friends around town. On his 100th birthday, … Continue reading →

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Bad Teammate

Posted on August 14, 2015 by jesustrek

New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith will miss at least 6 to 10 weeks after being punched by teammate Ikemefuna Enemkpali in the locker room. Smith suffered a broken jaw that required surgery to repair the injuries. Coach Todd Bowles … Continue reading →

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Blessed Are the Peacemakers

Posted on August 13, 2015 by jesustrek

“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God.”—Matthew 5:9. Ferguson, Missouri is once again in the news, with confrontations and violence erupting in the streets. Out of this scene of conflict, someone stepped forward to take … Continue reading →

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Power of Love

Posted on August 11, 2015 by jesustrek

“Small things done with great love will change the world.”—Steve Sjogren. You never know what might come from a small act of love. Doug and his family did not attend church when he was a small boy. One day some … Continue reading →

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Solving the Problem

Posted on August 6, 2015 by jesustrek

A politician recently visited our local elementary school to evaluate the need to replace the old facility. A student had been picked out to serve as a guide, escorting the politician around the building. At one point, the politician asked … Continue reading →

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