Tag Archives: illustration

Not Forgotten

Posted on April 25, 2011 by jesustrek

Someone wrote a drama about what might have happened to the family of Jesus after he died, was resurrected and ascended back into heaven. In this story, one of Jesus’ brothers got married, and he and his wife had a … Continue reading →

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Confession is Good

Posted on April 23, 2011 by jesustrek

After winning his case in court, a lawyer asked his client, “Now that you have been acquitted, tell me the truth—Did you really steal that car?” The client replied, “After hearing your amazing argument this morning, I’m beginning to think … Continue reading →

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It Was a Good Day

Posted on April 22, 2011 by jesustrek

Some might ask why it is called “Good Friday”. There were a lot of things that happened that day that were not so good. An innocent man was tortured and put to death on a cross. While he was dying, … Continue reading →

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Who Built It?

Posted on April 20, 2011 by jesustrek

The Serpent Mound State Memorial in Adams County, Ohio is an earthwork likeness of a serpent. It measures 1,348 feet in length and is 30 feet wide. The attraction draws more than 23,000 visitors a year. The origins of the … Continue reading →

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Core Values

Posted on April 19, 2011 by jesustrek

Many exercise programs today focus on the abdomen. One of the most popular of these programs in recent years is the Pilates method. It was developed during World War II by Joseph Pilates, who experimented with ways to strengthen muscles, … Continue reading →

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Paying What You Owe

Posted on April 18, 2011 by jesustrek

April 15 is usually the day when taxes are due, but because of a holiday, tax day has been pushed back to today. Even with the extra few days, I imagine that there are thousands of people scrambling to get … Continue reading →

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Accepting God’s Purpose

Posted on April 16, 2011 by jesustrek

It was a common sight in Christianity. Yesterday evening a family gathered together to celebrate as a young lady was baptized into Christ. It was a joyful occasion for everyone as she made a profession of faith in Jesus Christ … Continue reading →

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Taking Shape

Posted on April 15, 2011 by jesustrek

Billy Graham tells about a friend who lost his job, his fortune, his wife and his home during the Depression. However, he held steadfastly to his faith—the only thing he had left. One day he stopped to watch some men … Continue reading →

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Talking or Doing?

Posted on April 14, 2011 by jesustrek

“Too many of us have a Christian vocabulary rather than a Christian experience. We think we are doing our duty when we’re only talking about it.”—Charles F. Banning. This fellow may have a point. Someone else said, “When all is … Continue reading →

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On Fire for Jesus!

Posted on April 13, 2011 by jesustrek

Each of the men who gathered for a Promise Keepers’ rally a few years ago was given a candle as he arrived at the event. 50,000 men packed a football stadium, prepared to be challenged to become better men for … Continue reading →

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