Category Archives: Leadership

First Things First

Posted on April 1, 2014 by jesustrek

I just read that Chick-fil-A has surpassed KFC in sales in the United States. The Colonel has been relegated to second place in spite of the fact that Chick-fil-A has fewer restaurants than KFC. In addition to this, all Chick-fil-A … Continue reading →

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All Are Important

Posted on March 31, 2014 by jesustrek

People sometimes ask me why I wear gloves when it’s chilly outside, even though I’m wearing short pants. I’ve discovered that when I’m exercising, my hands are the first part of my body to get cold. I learned this lesson … Continue reading →

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Imitating Their Faith

Posted on March 25, 2014 by jesustrek

Last night I dreamed about my Uncle Bob Wilmoth, who went on to his heavenly reward several years ago. Uncle Bob preached the gospel for over 50 years, and he always was one of my heroes of the faith. He … Continue reading →

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In Tune

Posted on March 21, 2014 by jesustrek

“Has it ever occurred to you that one hundred pianos all tuned to the same fork are automatically tuned to each other? They are of one accord by being tuned, not to each other, but to another standard to which … Continue reading →

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Giving Them New Life

Posted on March 19, 2014 by jesustrek

Jesus approached the tomb where they had laid his good friend Lazarus. First, he wept. Then he ordered that the stone be removed from the entrance to the tomb. After that, Jesus prayed that those present would put their faith in … Continue reading →

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Listen!

Posted on March 13, 2014 by jesustrek

Elijah was experiencing some discouragement, so the Lord decided to make himself known to him in a special way. “The Lord said, ‘Go out and stand on the mountain in the presence of the Lord, for the Lord is about … Continue reading →

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How to Beat the Blues

Posted on March 12, 2014 by jesustrek

Elijah had just seen a great victory for the Lord (1 Kings 18). He stood against a large number of false prophets and, putting his faith in God, saw the evildoers completely defeated. Then, remarkably, Elijah lost his nerve. After … Continue reading →

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Apparent Activity

Posted on March 10, 2014 by jesustrek

Someone told me a few days ago that they heard that I was running for exercise. This confused me, since I haven’t really run for years. Then I remembered that I had indeed jogged for a few yards while out … Continue reading →

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The Danger of Following Jesus

Posted on February 25, 2014 by jesustrek

It was Jesus’ idea for his disciples to take a trip with him to the other side of the lake. They got into the boat with him and set out for the opposite shore. Jesus promptly fell asleep. However, a … Continue reading →

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Reluctant Leaders

Posted on February 21, 2014 by jesustrek

When I played junior varsity basketball in high school, my teammates and I often clowned around way too much. This was reflected in our won/loss record. If we had put as much energy into practice as we did our pranks, … Continue reading →

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