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Reflecting
I tried to observe the total lunar eclipse last night, but it was too cloudy for me to see it. The moon is normally illuminated by the sun. During a total lunar eclipse, the full moon passes through the shadow … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Current Events, Uncategorized
Tagged eclipse, good deeds, illuminating, illustration, Jesus, moon, reflecting
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One Way
I found this on the internet, and I’m not sure who deserves credit for it, but I thought that it was worth sharing. One God created one man. He gave him one wife and one rule. They only committed one … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living
Tagged eternity, faith, God, illustration, Jesus, one way, salvation
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No Condemnation
When a basketball player on the opposing team misses the entire goal with a shot, the hometown fans often yell, “Air ball! Air ball!” over and over again. They want to remind him of his mistake and perhaps rattle him … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Sports
Tagged basketball, condemnation, forgiveness, illustration, Jesus, mistakes, Satan, sins
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A Good Soldier
Today is Veteran’s Day, a day when we honor those who have served, and are currently serving, in the armed forces of the United States of America. We truly owe a debt of gratitude to those who have risked and … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church, Current Events
Tagged country, evangelism, faith, grace, illustration, Jesus, perseverance, soldier, Veteran's Day
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Chubs, the Two-Faced Dog
A friend of mine has a dog named Chubs. Chubs and his owner live right across the road from their country church. On Sunday morning, Chubs has a friendly greeting for anyone who comes to worship. He’s the nicest dog … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church, Humor
Tagged actor, church, consistency, dogs, faith, genuine, hypocrisy, illustration, Jesus
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Sounding Good!?
I attended a traditional music show last night at the local high school auditorium. Several groups played, mostly bluegrass, but there was quite a bit of gospel music mixed in as well. I was reminded of something that has perplexed … Continue reading
The Winner’s Circle
Zenyatta Today Zenyatta will try to earn recognition as one of the greatest racehorses of all time. The big mare is going for her second straight win in the Breeders’ Cup Classic. If she wins, she will most certainly be … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Current Events, Sports
Tagged Breeders' Cup, faith, Horse of the Year, horse racing, illustration, Jesus, Perfection, victory, winner's circle, Zenyatta
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When Love Hurts
Mary had some initial reservations when an angel told her she would give birth to the Son of the Most High (Luke 1:26-34). But she soon surrendered her will to God’s and accepted the assignment given to her (Luke 1:38). … Continue reading
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Tagged cross, hurt, illustration, Jesus, Lady Antebellum, love, Mary, pain, relationships
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Dispersing the Crowd
When Elvis Presley was still performing, his adoring fans used to stay long after the concert was over, hoping for another encore, or just one more glimpse of their hero, “The King”. This was a problem for personnel working at … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Church
Tagged concert, Elvis Presley, evangelism, fans, followers, illustration, Jesus, left the building
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When Jesus Stood Up
Stephen was the first martyr of the church. He was stoned to death by religious people who rejected his message about Jesus Christ. As his opponents began to unleash their violent fury against him, the Bible says, “But Stephen, full … Continue reading
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Tagged faith, illustration, Jesus, martyr, persecution, Stephen
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