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Tag Archives: illustration
In His Presence
The Kansas City Star reported this incident a few years ago. A woman entered an ice cream store in Kansas City to purchase an ice cream cone. After making her selection, she turned and found herself face-to-face with Paul Newman, … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Humor
Tagged ice cream cone, ice cream shop, illustration, Paul Newman, presence of God, The Kansas City Star, worship
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In God We Trust
Perhaps more than ever, men and women who serve as police officers work in a high-risk occupation. We should appreciate these public servants and pray for them often. It is understandable that many people in law enforcement would turn to a … Continue reading
Ups and Downs
Chicago Cubs rookie Kris Bryant had an interesting game on Wednesday, September 3rd. Bryant hit a two-run home run in the eighth inning that tied the game against the Cincinnati Reds. The very next inning, Bryant made an error with … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Leadership, Sports, Uncategorized
Tagged Chicago Cubs, Cincinnati Reds, following Jesus, illustration, Kris Bryant, ups and downs
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Pesky Tongue
I remember a conversation I once had with a teammate as we were getting dressed for basketball practice in elementary school. He said, “I’m going to make sure I keep my tongue straight this year.” I thought that he was … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Humor, Leadership
Tagged basketball shoes, converse all-stars, cussing, Ephesians 4:29, illustration, sneakers, tongue, unwholesome talk
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Taking Care of Sins
At bedtime, Lillian Holcomb told her two grandsons a Bible story, then asked if they knew what the word “sin” meant. Seven-year-old Keith spoke up: “It’s when you do something bad.” Four-year-old Aaron’s eyes widened. “I know a big sin … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations, Humor
Tagged bedtime, Bible story, confession, forgiveness, illustration, Jesus is the way, John 14:6, Lillian Holcomb, repent, sin
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Not an Accident
An insurance agent was writing a policy for a cowboy. “Have you ever had any accidents?” the agent asked. “No, not really,” replied the cowboy. “A horse kicked me and broke some of my ribs once. Another time I got … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Humor, Leadership, Prayer
Tagged accidents, cowboy, forgiveness, illustration, insurance, insurance agent, love, love your enemies, Matthew 5:43-44
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Time Flies
Jeanne Calment lived to be 126 years old. She is perhaps the longest-living human being of modern times. Sometime after her 120th birthday, she was asked to describe her vision for the future. She replied, “Very brief.” Whether we live … Continue reading
No Translation Problem
The Los Angeles Times once printed a sampling of signs from around the world that attempted to convey a message in English. In a hotel elevator in Paris: “Please leave your values at the front desk.” In a hotel in … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Humor
Tagged illustration, Jesus, John 3:16, love of God, signs, translation
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No Penalty Flags
As we approach the start of the college and NFL football seasons, perhaps it is a good time to remember what George Will once said about the game: “Football combines the two worst things about American life. It is violence … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Culture, Current Events, Sports
Tagged football, George Will, illustration, Matthew 5:9, peacemakers, protesters
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