Tag Archives: rest

Rest for the Soul

Posted on August 31, 2019 by jesustrek

I think that Labor Day weekend is an appropriate time to take a break from writing this blog. I appreciate all of you who read so faithfully. I enjoy helping people think about God. However, even a labor of love … Continue reading →

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Stop!

Posted on August 30, 2019 by jesustrek

A state trooper pulled over a driver who was speeding. Hoping to get off with a warning, the driver tried to appear shocked when the trooper approached her car. “I’ve never been stopped like this before,” she told the officer. … Continue reading →

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Slow Down, You Move Too Fast

Posted on April 17, 2019 by jesustrek

A woman who had been living a very high-pressured life moved with her family from the city to the country. The family had resolved to reduce the stresses and tensions that they had been under by embracing a more easy-going … Continue reading →

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Taking a Break

Posted on August 13, 2018 by jesustrek

Every couple of years or so, I take an extended break from writing this blog. Now is one of those times. The Bible recommends an occasional long rest from your labors, so I am taking sort of a sabbatical for … Continue reading →

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Back in the Saddle

Posted on January 27, 2014 by jesustrek

After a two week break, I’m back in front of the keyboard again. My time away from writing this blog gave me time to rest and reflect. Here are a few observations: First, the Bible is reliable when it recommends—and … Continue reading →

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Time to Rest

Posted on January 11, 2014 by jesustrek

One of the things we notice about Jesus is that he often took time to get away from the hectic demands of life so that he could be alone to pray. Mark 1:35 says, “Very early in the morning, while … Continue reading →

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Rest for the Weary

Posted on October 14, 2013 by jesustrek

Researchers attached monitors to some Alpine swifts to record their activities. They were shocked to discover that these migrating birds apparently flew nonstop for 200 days. The birds stayed airborne for more than six months! Any eating, drinking or sleeping … 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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