Tag Archives: armor of God

Take a Stand

Posted on May 7, 2015 by jesustrek

In Charles Kuralt’s America the author recalls a town meeting he once attended in Strafford, Vermont: “What happens at a town meeting is pure democracy. Every citizen may have his or her say on every question. For a half-hour that … Continue reading →

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Stand Up, Stand Up for Jesus

Posted on April 13, 2015 by jesustrek

On April 20, 1999, two deranged gunmen walked into Columbine High School in Colorado, hoping to kill as many of their classmates as they could. It is thought that they especially targeted athletes and Christians. At one point in the … Continue reading →

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At War

Posted on December 18, 2014 by jesustrek

This week I have visited both a local high school and an elementary school during school hours. At both schools, I found the doors locked and had to wait to be buzzed in. This is certainly different from how it … Continue reading →

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Fierce Competition

Posted on December 4, 2014 by jesustrek

Here’s what Central Michigan women’s basketball coach Sue Guevara had to say about the Kentucky Wildcats as her team prepared to play them recently. “They’re good. There’s a reason they’re in the top 25. They’re fast. They’re aggressive. They know … Continue reading →

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On Alert

Posted on February 7, 2014 by jesustrek

Recently I was standing in line to go through airport security. It seemed to be taking an exceptionally long time to complete the process. Sure enough, airport security personnel informed us that they were under a heightened security alert. Some … Continue reading →

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Bullet-Proof

Posted on October 22, 2012 by jesustrek

Officer John Rainey, of the Nicholasville (KY) police department, got out of his cruiser last Friday evening to investigate a man who was acting suspiciously. The suspect opened fire on Rainey, striking him in the back. Fortunately, Officer Rainey was … Continue reading →

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Under Attack!

Posted on July 9, 2011 by jesustrek

This was the first year that I have been able to watch the local 4th of July fireworks display from my house in Vanceburg, Kentucky, on the banks of the Ohio River. I enjoyed the show, but it caused some … Continue reading →

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