Category Archives: Prayer

One Special Day

Posted on November 21, 2012 by jesustrek

I recently heard someone say, “I don’t think there should be one special day set aside for thanksgiving.”  After pausing to let his remark sink in, he continued, “I think that there should be one day set aside for griping … Continue reading →

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An Ounce of Prevention

Posted on November 15, 2012 by jesustrek

I recently heard someone make the observation that when we speak of health care, what we are usually referring to is actually illness management. How true! When we talk about health care, we are usually talking about treating some type … Continue reading →

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Our Daily Candy

Posted on November 1, 2012 by jesustrek

I enjoyed handing out candy to the trick-or-treaters who came to our door last evening. Some are quick to tell me why they have come. Others simply stand there and hold out their bag for me to put candy in. … Continue reading →

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Better Accommodations

Posted on October 5, 2012 by jesustrek

  Cynthia Thomas tells about the time that her brother and his new wife were escorted to their bridal suite in an elegant hotel. They looked forward to the fancy accommodations for which they had splurged on their honeymoon.   … Continue reading →

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Keep the Unity

Posted on September 18, 2012 by jesustrek

  Last Sunday I had the privilege of preaching at an outdoor community worship service. The sermon was about the model prayer that Jesus gave his followers; the text was Matthew 6:9-13.   After the service, a lady—let’s call her … Continue reading →

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Preferred Rest

Posted on August 30, 2012 by jesustrek

My mother had her shoulder replaced a couple of days ago. Since she had a private room in the hospital, my wife spent the past two nights with her. She says she slept pretty well in the recliner chair that … Continue reading →

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Prayer of Submission

Posted on July 24, 2012 by jesustrek

The following prayer was written by Ben Cachiaras. DEAR GOD, Disturb me. Rouse me from sleepy paths of comfortable faith that too easily become dangerous ruts of safety rather than the adventurous path you have called me to walk with … Continue reading →

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Praying on a Tightrope

Posted on June 16, 2012 by jesustrek

Daredevil Nik Wallenda walked on a wire across Niagara Falls on Friday evening June 15. The feat was covered live by ABC television. Wallenda was equipped with a microphone so that he could communicate with viewers. The audience was able … Continue reading →

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At the Name of Jesus

Posted on May 21, 2012 by jesustrek

I was asked to pray at our local high school’s graduation ceremony that took place last week. Thankful to have that privilege, I gladly accepted the invitation, and offered both an invocation and a benediction in the name of Jesus. … Continue reading →

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Confession Time

Posted on May 3, 2012 by jesustrek

A lady walked up to the confessional booth and said to the man inside, “Hey, you’re not my priest!” “No, ma’am”, he answered. “I’m just polishing the furniture.” “Well, where’s the priest?” “I don’t know, but if he’s heard anything … Continue reading →

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