Tag Archives: illustration

What Comes Around

Posted on May 11, 2012 by jesustrek

A couple of days ago, I heard a rooster crowing as I began my morning walk. This is not a familiar sound, since I live in the middle of town. I am sure that the rooster was annoying some people … Continue reading →

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Out of Position

Posted on May 9, 2012 by jesustrek

On Sunday, May 6, both teams ran out of pitchers in a 17-inning game between the Baltimore Orioles and the Boston Red Sox. It was described as “a crazy game at Fenway Park”. It was the first major league game … Continue reading →

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Turn Around!

Posted on May 8, 2012 by jesustrek

A lady heard on the radio that there was a driver headed the wrong way on the interstate highway during the afternoon rush hour. This errant driver was endangering the lives of many people. Concerned because her husband was travelling … Continue reading →

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Close to Home

Posted on May 7, 2012 by jesustrek

I baptized my sister-in-law, Karen, yesterday. It was a very moving experience for me. The whole church celebrated as we welcomed her into the kingdom of God. Jesus sends us out to make disciples of people everywhere. This, of course, … 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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One Bad Apple

Posted on May 2, 2012 by jesustrek

There’s an old saying—“One bad apple doesn’t spoil the whole bunch.” I suppose that’s usually true, but sometimes one bad apple can certainly do a lot of harm. The sin of one man, Achan, caused the Lord to be angry … Continue reading →

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Stop!

Posted on May 1, 2012 by jesustrek

A Stoutsville, Ohio teenager was sentenced last month to serve four years behind bars for his part in causing a fatal automobile accident. He concealed a stop sign, causing a car to collide with another vehicle. Two elderly ladies died … Continue reading →

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Second Chances

Posted on April 30, 2012 by jesustrek

The kingdom of God lost a powerful voice when Charles “Chuck” Colson died on April 21 at the age of 80. Many remember Colson as the “evil genius” who did President Nixon’s dirty work during the Watergate scandal. However, Christians … Continue reading →

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Perfection

Posted on April 27, 2012 by jesustrek

On Saturday, April 21, 2012, Chicago White Sox pitcher Phil Humber threw a perfect game against the Seattle Mariners. A perfect game is a rarity in the big leagues. Humber’s gem was only the 21st perfect game in major league … Continue reading →

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Heads or Tails?

Posted on April 26, 2012 by jesustrek

Football games have an odd tradition of beginning with a coin toss. The team that chooses heads or tails correctly gets the option of receiving the ball to begin the game, or deferring their choice to the second half. The … Continue reading →

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