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Not Forgotten
In the television mini-series The Bible, which aired on the History Channel during March, Pilate’s wife was concerned about the way that Jesus had been treated. A dream revealed to her that he was a good man, and she told … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations
Tagged History Channel, illustration, in remembrance of me, Jesus, Luke 22:19, Pilate, The Bible
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Death that Saves
On December 12, 2003, Sgt. Jarrod W. Black, 26, was killed when his convoy was hit by an explosive device in Iraq. He left behind two sons and a widow who was pregnant with their daughter. Sgt. Black was the … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations
Tagged 1 John 2:2, heroism, illustration, Jesus, sacrifice, salvation, Sgt. Jarrod W. Black
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Life Line
Many years ago, an old sea captain shared one of the most thrilling events that he had experienced at sea. It happened when a sailor lost his balance and fell into the sea. Immediately the cry went out, “Man overboard!” … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations
Tagged Acts 4:12, illustration, Jesus, perseverance, rescue at sea, salvation
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Finest Dining
Sixty-three diners became very ill after eating last month at Noma, a Copenhagen restaurant known for its fine dining. These dinner guests experienced diarrhea and vomiting. Some staff members also reported being sick. Noma was named the world’s best restaurant … Continue reading
Cured
Scientists announced yesterday that a baby who was born with the AIDS virus has apparently been cured. The Mississippi child, who is now 2-and-a-half years old, has been off medication for about a year with no signs of infection. Doctors … Continue reading
Escape Artist
Mariska, a 9-year-old horse at Misty Meadow Farm near Midland, Michigan, has learned how to open the latch and free herself from her stall. This talent has earned her the nickname, the “Houdini Horse”. Mariska is not selfish with her … Continue reading
Helpless
In 1987, an 18-month-old toddler named Jessica fell into a well in Texas and was stuck 22 feet below the surface of the ground. While rescuers labored around the clock to save her, the nation prayed for “Baby Jessica”. After … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations
Tagged Baby Jessica, Christ died for us, grace, illustration, Jesus, rescue, Romans 5:6, salvation
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One of Us
When Jane Goodall was in her 20s, she travelled to Africa to observe chimpanzees in Tanzania. Things didn’t go so well at first. As soon as the chimps saw her, they ran away. Not to be deterred, Goodall decided to … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations
Tagged chimpanzees, God, illustration, incarnation, Jane Goodall, Jesus, Tanzania, the Word became flesh
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Unwanted Invaders
Asian carp were brought to the United States to eat algae in ponds and wastewater treatment plants, but these prolific fish have migrated up the Mississippi River and are causing quite a bit of concern. Besides threatening to squeeze … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations, Current Events
Tagged illustration, invasive fish, Jesus, jumping fish, Romans 6:6-7, silver carp, sin
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Why He Came
A cartoon depicted two angels standing in heaven, looking down at the earth. One angel asked the other, “I wonder why God likes that particular planet so much?” The other angel responded, “I think it’s because he visited there once.” … Continue reading
Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations, Humor
Tagged blessings, Christmas, dwelled among us, God, grace and truth, illustration, Jesus
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