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Shared Lives

Posted on June 10, 2021 by jesustrek

“Rejoice with those who rejoice; mourn with those who mourn.”—Romans 12:15. The Bible urges us to go through life together, sharing experiences with each other under various circumstances, whether good or bad. We were not created to live in isolation, … Continue reading →

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Empathy

Posted on November 12, 2020 by jesustrek

Millions of Jeopardy fans are mourning the loss of the television show’s beloved long-time host, Alex Trebek, who passed away a few days ago after a valiant battle against pancreatic cancer. Trebek seemed to have been born for the role … Continue reading →

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Comforting Visit

Posted on June 28, 2018 by jesustrek

Philip Yancey relays this story about Beethoven, a man not known for his social grace. Because of his deafness, he found conversation difficult and humiliating. When he heard of the death of a friend’s son, Beethoven hurried to the house, … Continue reading →

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All Choked Up

Posted on February 21, 2017 by jesustrek

I have noticed that I seem to be getting more choked up at funerals than I once did. This could pose a problem, since I am often the preacher at funerals I attend! At first I thought that perhaps I … Continue reading →

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Bad Day

Posted on December 17, 2012 by jesustrek

  My wife had a difficult day in the kitchen last Friday. First, she got distracted and forgot about the chili she was cooking. By the time she remembered to check on it, it had boiled over and made a … Continue reading →

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Love Each Other

Posted on August 19, 2011 by jesustrek

“Henceforth there will be such a oneness between us that when one weeps the other will taste salt.”—Author Unknown. Love is a costly decision. When you decide to love someone, you willingly agree to share the heartaches that inevitably come … Continue reading →

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