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Need Directions?

Posted on September 6, 2010 by jesustrek

Men have a reputation for refusing to stop and ask for directions when they are driving. British researchers have found evidence that they pay a price for such stubbornness. According to the study reported by AOL News, men drive 276 … Continue reading →

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Job’s Worst Day

Posted on September 5, 2010 by jesustrek

Job had it all—wealth, prestige and children whom he cherished. But all of this was taken away in a single day. The messengers came, one right after another, bearing the worst news possible. In a series of events that could … Continue reading →

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Is Your Phone Silenced?

Posted on September 4, 2010 by jesustrek

I remembered to silence my phone when I went to church last week. However, I forgot to activate the ringer after worship. It was still on vibrate on Monday afternoon, which was not a good thing since I was expecting … Continue reading →

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A Sobering Thought

Posted on September 3, 2010 by jesustrek

According to a recent AP report, an estimated 17 million people have driven while drunk at least once on U.S. streets and highways in the course of a year. A study released by the government last month says that 8% … Continue reading →

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Looks Like a Champion

Posted on September 1, 2010 by jesustrek

2008 Iowa State Fair Grand Champion Steer Dan Piller recently wrote in the Des Moines Register about the steer that was named the 2010 Grand Champion in the Iowa State Fair. “Doc” looked a whole lot like “Wade”, the steer … Continue reading →

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Emotions Transformed

Posted on September 1, 2010 by jesustrek

The two final contestants were competing for the top prize on a recent show of “The Price is Right”. They had both made their guesses for the showcase showdown, where you win valuable prizes if you guess the closest on … Continue reading →

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The Young Man and the Statue

Posted on August 31, 2010 by jesustrek

  He had grown up in a Christian home and accepted Jesus as his savior when he was a young boy. However, as a teenager he rebelled against the faith, adopted a defiant attitude toward his parents and had to … Continue reading →

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Does She Know?

Posted on August 30, 2010 by jesustrek

I wasn’t scheduled to preach anywhere yesterday, so my wife and I visited a church in the next county. A lady with three young girls sat down next to us, and we began to worship. Sometimes when I worship in … Continue reading →

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No Greater Joy

Posted on August 29, 2010 by jesustrek

Yesterday I attended an open house for some dear friends who were celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary. Perhaps the most amazing feat that this faithful Christian couple has accomplished in their years together is raising 6 children who are all … Continue reading →

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Confession is Good for the Soul

Posted on August 28, 2010 by jesustrek

My parents own a farm along the Ohio River. Sometimes when I go to visit, I take a walk down to the riverbank. I like to enjoy the beauty of God’s creation as the mighty river moves faithfully on toward … Continue reading →

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