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In Trouble Now!
An older couple who had never flown before decided that they would get on a plane in order to make the long journey to see their grandchildren. Their flight started out smoothly, but after a while the pilot’s voice came … Continue reading
Guardrails
The highway department recently put in a much-needed guardrail along a stretch of road near our house. My wife asked me if I had noticed it. I had not, even though I had driven by there a couple of times … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations, Leadership
Tagged Acts 20:7, God's protection, Guardrails, Holy Spirit, illustration, influence, Scriptures
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Only the Best
A friend of mine used to get great cell phone service at his house. This was to be expected since he could literally stand in his yard and see the tower that provided his service. Then he noticed that his … Continue reading
Off Track
Kentucky Derby favorite Omaha Beach will not be competing in this year’s race. He was scratched because of a breathing issue. This condition can be fixed, but even if the surgery is successful, the horse will be out of training … Continue reading
Powerful!
This past offseason the New York Yankees acquired power hitter Giancarlo Stanton in a trade. Stanton led the major leagues last season when he blasted 59 home runs for the Florida Marlins. Stanton will beef up an already powerful Yankee … Continue reading
Powerful Performance
Last week my elbow suddenly swelled, and I was diagnosed with bursitis. My doctor prescribed a round of steroids, and the swelling soon subsided. This is just background information that leads me to say this: Yesterday was the first Sunday … Continue reading
Expecting Fruit
I recently attended an outdoor wedding that took place in a vineyard. The setting was beautiful, and the weather cooperated. It was a very nice ceremony. At the reception, someone mentioned that they had checked the vines and found that … Continue reading
Never Out of Fuel
Dr. Paul Brand was speaking to a medical college in India on “Let your light so shine before men that they may behold your good works and glorify your Father.” (Matthew 5:16). In front of the lectern was an oil … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Leadership, Prayer
Tagged Dr. Paul Brand, glorify your Father, good deeds, Holy Spirit, illustration, Matthew 5:16, oil lamp, shine your light, wick
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Able to Serve
John 13 tells the well-known story of the time Jesus washed the feet of his disciples. Here Jesus taught his followers a lesson on the importance of humble service. How was Jesus able to get his mind off of his … Continue reading
Power Source
One New Year’s Day, a float in the Tournament of Roses parade suddenly started to sputter and then came to a stop. It had run out of gas. The parade was held up until someone could bring a can of … Continue reading
