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Tag Archives: illustration
What He Really Likes to Do
A farmer once boasted to his neighbor that he had a horse that could tree squirrels. The neighbor had never heard of anything like that, and he said he wouldn’t believe it unless he saw it with his own eyes. … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Humor
Tagged evangelism, fishers of men, horse, illustration, joke, Luke 5:10, salvation, squirrel, tree squirrels
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Not Quite the Same
The fireworks business seems to be flourishing in the southern parts of the United States. Driving through the south you see a lot of advertisements for fireworks to suit your every need. From sparkers to the big boomers, you can … Continue reading
The Purpose of Tough Times
A man once found a cocoon of an emperor moth and took it home to watch it emerge. One day a small opening appeared, and for several hours the moth struggled but couldn’t seem to force its body past a … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Leadership
Tagged cocoon, illustration, James 1:2-4, maturity, moth, perseverance, struggles, trials
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Heed the Warning!
I used to live in a town that had once been devastated by a tornado. Even decades later, people still talked about the storm that had flattened almost the entire town. They taught their children and grandchildren to watch out … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living
Tagged illustration, Jesus, second coming, siren, storm warning, tornado, warning, wrath of God
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Don’t Let Your Guard Down!
Singer Steve Green has spent some time talking to the members of the work crews who set up speakers and spotlights in the auditoriums where his concerts are held. He says, “The fellows I talked to weren’t bothered by the … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Leadership
Tagged 1 Peter 5:9, devil, illustration, resisting temptation, Satan, sin, Steve Green, the devil's schemes
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Better Choice
The pro-life movement is showing some strength in the south. Several southern states have recently enacted laws that are greatly restricting access to abortions. It is reported that 19 of the 33 abortion clinics in Texas have closed this year. … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Culture, Current Events
Tagged abortion, abortion clinics, abortion laws, illustration, pro-life movement, sanctity of life
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Feeling Like a Champ
I recently celebrated another birthday, and I’m feeling like a champ—“Champ” Bailey, that is. Bailey is a professional football player who is approaching his 36th birthday. That’s old for a football player. Bailey has noticed that he is the oldest … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Leadership, Sports
Tagged aging, Champ Bailey, discipleship, illustration, older football players, setting an example, Titus 2:6-7
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Scuffed
Sometimes I find coins on the road or sidewalk when I’m out walking. It’s not enough to make a significant difference in my retirement account, but it still is a small thrill to pick up a coin that has been … Continue reading
Put a Smile on Your Face!
A friend and I sat and watched our church praise team practice before worship yesterday. We must have looked like we carried the weight of the world on our shoulders, because one of the singers suggested that we smile. Apparently, … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations, Humor
Tagged illustration, joy, joy in Jesus, Philippians 4:4, rejoice in the Lord, smile, smiley face
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