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Tag Archives: illustration
Where’s the Love?
Marvin Morgan, an English soccer player, was booed by the fans of his Aldershot team when he came out for a substitute during a 2-1 loss to Hereford. Morgan responded on Twitter with the following: “Like to thank the fans … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Sports
Tagged booed, England, forgive, grudge, illustration, Jesus, love your enemies, Marvin Morgan, soccer
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Wonderful Words
Someone once compiled a list of some of the best-loved words and phrases in the English language. Among those phrases making the list are: I love you, I forgive you and Supper’s ready! Those three phrases are implied, if not … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church, Communion Meditations
Tagged communion, communion meditation, favorite phrases, forgiveness, illustration, Lord's Supper, love
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Successful Donor
Ronald Lee Herrick, who is recognized as the world’s first successful organ donor, recently died at the age of 79. Herrick donated a kidney to his dying twin brother on December 23, 1954. The operation kept his brother alive for … Continue reading
Opportunity to Do Good
I met Ray earlier this week. Together we figured out how to operate the paper towel dispenser in the men’s room at a local high school basketball game. From paper towel dispensers, the conversation turned to the weather, and from … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Prayer
Tagged chance meeting, divine appointment, faith, family of God, Galatians 6:10, good deeds, illustration, opportunity, Prayer
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MMXI
My theme for this new year is the year itself. What? Let me explain. 2011 is designated as MMXI in Roman numerals. MMXI is an anagram for “My Most for Christ Jesus”. The two “Ms” are self-explanatory. “X” is the … Continue reading
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Tagged 2011, Christian living, faith, giving your best, illustration, Jesus Christ, MMXI, New Year's resolutions
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Insured
Not my car! Could have been worse! Thank goodness for car insurance! Last night I joined the ever-growing club of drivers who have hit a deer. Actually, this deer hit me. It was dark, and I was driving about 55 … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living
Tagged car hit deer, illustration, insured, Jesus, prepared, second coming, surprise accident
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For the Good of the Team
Even though the Cincinnati Bengals have two of the most talented receivers in football in Terrell Owens and Chad Ochocinco, the team has struggled through a horrible year. It seems that it takes more than skill to win ball games. … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church, Leadership, Sports
Tagged Chad Ochocinco, Cincinnati Bengals, illustration, selfish, teamwork, Terrell Owens
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Need More Initiative?
Pennsylvania Governor Ed Rendell disagreed with the NFL’s decision to postpone Sunday’s Eagles’ game against the Vikings because of the heavy snow. He thinks that Americans are becoming too soft, and that we are not competing well with nations such … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church, Culture, Current Events, Humor, Sports
Tagged America, Chinese, church, Eagles, faith, game postponed, Gov. Ed Rendell, illustration, initiative, lazy, NFL, Vikings
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A Life-Saving Choice
On June 14, 2003, a charter fishing boat carrying 19 people capsized off the coast of Oregon. Everyone on board had been offered a life jacket at the beginning of the trip. Only 8 people accepted the offer; 11 refused … Continue reading
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Tagged capsized, critical choices, fishing boat, illustration, Jesus, John 3:16, perish, salvation
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Best Christmas Gift Ever
Some people have been surprised with some truly amazing Christmas gifts over the years—a new car, expensive jewelry, a pony, a marriage proposal, an unexpected visit from a loved one who is serving in the military… What is the best … Continue reading
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Tagged best present, Christ's birth, Christmas gifts, illustration, Jesus, manger
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