Tag Archives: Jesus

Wounds that Heal

Posted on December 21, 2012 by jesustrek

Acts of valiant heroism often emerge in the midst of horrific events. That’s what happened during the tragic school shooting that occurred in Newtown, Connecticut last week. 27-year-old Victoria Soto, one of the teachers at Sandy Hook Elementary School, made … Continue reading →

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Eternal Perspective

Posted on December 20, 2012 by jesustrek

A little boy was once grieving over his recently departed dog, Sparky. The young fellow asked his grandfather if Sparky was in heaven. Grandpa replied, “I’m sure of it! I’m certain that Sparky is enjoying doggie heaven right now. He’s … Continue reading →

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Self-Centered

Posted on December 4, 2012 by jesustrek

Someone once pointed out that we spend the first couple of years of a baby’s life making that tiny human think that he or she is the most important thing in the universe, and then we spend the next 20 … Continue reading →

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Jesus on Evolution

Posted on October 8, 2012 by jesustrek

Georgia Representative Paul Broun made some news with comments he made during a speech on September 27 at a sportsman’s banquet at Liberty Baptist Church in Hartwell. The Congressman claimed that evolution is “lies straight from the pit of hell.” … Continue reading →

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Preferred Rest

Posted on August 30, 2012 by jesustrek

My mother had her shoulder replaced a couple of days ago. Since she had a private room in the hospital, my wife spent the past two nights with her. She says she slept pretty well in the recliner chair that … Continue reading →

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Inspiring Leadership

Posted on August 22, 2012 by jesustrek

Seattle Mariners pitcher Felix Hernandez hurled a rare perfect game against Tampa Bay on Wednesday, August 15. His superb effort on the mound had a profound effect on his teammates. Left fielder Trayvon Robinson commented, “I was going to go … Continue reading →

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Up the Creek

Posted on August 14, 2012 by jesustrek

I recently took up canoeing. About a hundred yards from my house there is a good place to put my canoe in the Ohio River. A couple of days ago, I was all set to go out on the water. … Continue reading →

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All That’s Left

Posted on August 13, 2012 by jesustrek

Today is “Left-Handers Day”. Since I am part of the 10 percent of Americans who are left-handed, I can sympathize with others who share in the struggles of being a lefty. Only those who have fumbled with can openers, scissors … Continue reading →

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Point of Entry

Posted on July 31, 2012 by jesustrek

While on a family cruise in the Bahamas a few years ago, my wife was talking with a lady she had just met. As usual, the conversation turned to questions about where everyone was from. My wife said, “Well, I … Continue reading →

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With the Great Ones

Posted on July 13, 2012 by jesustrek

We had some wonderful speakers at the North American Christian Convention in Orlando this week. I felt privileged to get close to some of them. I sat just a few feet away from Reggie McNeal as he presented a seminar. … Continue reading →

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