Tag Archives: encouragement

A Little Encouragement

Posted on December 2, 2021 by jesustrek

Everyone appreciates receiving a little encouragement for their accomplishments. We are all somewhat like the little boy who said to his father, “Let’s play darts. I’ll throw and you say ‘Wonderful!’” Okay, maybe that is an example of someone who … Continue reading →

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Rejoicing Together

Posted on October 26, 2020 by jesustrek

“Rejoice with those who rejoice…”—Romans12:15. A few weeks ago I was watching our local high school team play a home football game. I like to attend because some of our kids from church play, and I want to give them … Continue reading →

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Day of Encouragement

Posted on September 18, 2020 by jesustrek

I wasn’t aware of it until after the fact, but September 12 was “National Day of Encouragement”. If there is anything we need in 2020, it is certainly encouragement! There is no need to go over once again that long … Continue reading →

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Led By Moses

Posted on April 28, 2020 by jesustrek

Charles Barkley had a celebrated college basketball career playing for Auburn. However, in his rookie season for the Philadelphia 76ers, Barkley was frustrated because he wasn’t getting much playing time. He turned to teammate Moses Malone, a veteran all-star, for … Continue reading →

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It Won’t Grow Here

Posted on November 19, 2018 by jesustrek

There is a legend of a man who found the barn where Satan kept his seeds ready to be sown in the human heart. The man noticed that the seeds of discouragement were more numerous than other seeds. He asked … Continue reading →

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Contagious Courage

Posted on April 24, 2018 by jesustrek

Fear seems to be contagious. Ten of the twelve men who were sent to explore the land of Canaan came back with a fearful report, which caused the people to rebel against the Lord (Numbers 13 and 14). However, courage … Continue reading →

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The Power of Words

Posted on January 17, 2018 by jesustrek

Jerry Kramer once recalled what it was like playing for legendary Green Bay Packer coach Vince Lombardi. One day during the first year Kramer played for the Packers, Lombardi rode him mercilessly, pointing out how slow, weak and stupid he … Continue reading →

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Tall Like Us

Posted on July 5, 2017 by jesustrek

I recently attended the North American Christian Convention that was held in Kansas City. There I ran into David, an old friend of mine. David is about 6’ 5”, so he stands out in a crowd. I am just a … Continue reading →

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Not Very Encouraging!

Posted on March 7, 2017 by jesustrek

Job was one of the most righteous men in the Bible. He was also one of the richest. However, he suddenly lost everything he had. His children all died at the same time. He lost his livestock, the source of … Continue reading →

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Encouraging Gesture

Posted on February 16, 2017 by jesustrek

Jackie Robinson was the first black person to play major league baseball. While breaking baseball’s color barrier, he faced jeering crowds in every stadium. While playing one day in his home stadium in Brooklyn, be committed an error. His own … Continue reading →

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