Tag Archives: patience

Patience of Job

Posted on November 13, 2015 by jesustrek

I have always heard of the “patience of Job”, but I never thought of Job as being a patient man. After his troubles come upon him, he is constantly demanding an audience with God. He wants some explanations for why … Continue reading →

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This Is Our Year!

Posted on October 7, 2015 by jesustrek

As the Chicago Cubs prepare for their playoff game against the Pittsburgh Pirates this evening, I can’t help but think about my friends who are Cubs fans. They have remained loyal to their team through one of the longest dry … Continue reading →

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Lesson in Patience

Posted on September 28, 2015 by jesustrek

A young woman’s car stalled at a stoplight. She tried to get it started, but nothing would happen. The light turned green, and there she sat, angry and embarrassed, holding up traffic. The car behind her could have gone around, … Continue reading →

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Long Time Coming

Posted on July 16, 2013 by jesustrek

Kenny Perry is one of the hottest golfers on the planet right now. He came from 10 shots down after 36 holes to pull away from the field for a convincing win in the U.S. Senior Open in Omaha, Nebraska. … Continue reading →

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Back Home Again

Posted on October 13, 2010 by jesustrek

Thomas Wolfe wrote, “All things point home in old October; sailors to sea, travelers to walls and fences, hunters to field and hollow and the long voice of the hounds, the lover to the love he has forsaken.” It’s October, … Continue reading →

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After Many Days

Posted on September 19, 2010 by jesustrek

Ecclesiastes 11:1—“Cast your bread upon the waters, for after many days you will find it again.” Many Christians are familiar with this verse, and we know that it encourages us to do good things and expect good results for our … Continue reading →

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A Forgiving Heart

Posted on August 18, 2010 by jesustrek

I heard a story about a baggage handler who worked for a major airline. One day while he was working, a customer became angry over the way his luggage was being handled. He loudly and profanely berated the worker. This … Continue reading →

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Immediate Success

Posted on August 15, 2010 by jesustrek

J. P. Arencibia J.P. Arencibia, a rookie catcher for the Toronto Blue Jays, hit a home run on the very first pitch he saw in the major leagues. On Saturday, August 7, he became only the 26th player in history … Continue reading →

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Taking the Emergency Chute

Posted on August 12, 2010 by jesustrek

Steven Slater Jet Blue flight attendant Steven Slater made the news recently with the manner in which he left his job. After an incident with a difficult passenger, Slater made a profanity-laced speech over the loudspeaker, grabbed some beer and … Continue reading →

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