Tag Archives: salvation

The Bible

Posted on August 12, 2024 by jesustrek

I just came across this short essay on the Bible. I thought I would share it with you today. “This book contains the mind of God, the state of man, the way of salvation, the doom of sinners, and the … Continue reading →

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Devoted to Communion

Posted on August 10, 2024 by jesustrek

“They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.” –Acts 2:42. In the above verse, Luke, the historian of the early church, lists some of the most important activities that were … Continue reading →

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Repairing the Roman Road

Posted on July 18, 2024 by jesustrek

Many who desire to lead others to Christ will present what is called the “Roman Road”. This method of evangelism lists several verses from the New Testament book of Romans as the path to receiving Christ as your Savior. Typically, … Continue reading →

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Lessons from Jonah

Posted on June 21, 2024 by jesustrek

The Old Testament book of Jonah has many important truths to teach anyone who wants to live for God. The book starts with the word of the Lord coming to Jonah, telling him to go to the wicked city of … Continue reading →

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The Ministry of Reconciliation

Posted on April 1, 2024 by jesustrek

2 Cor.5:11-21 reminds us that we Christians have a ministry of reconciliation. We have been brought back to God through the saving work of the crucified and resurrected Jesus. Now we have the responsibility of trying to persuade others to … Continue reading →

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Water

Posted on February 17, 2024 by jesustrek

My wife and I love the water. We enjoy watching boats go up and down the Ohio River, which flows about 400 yards from our house. Some of our favorite vacations, such as cruises, involve water. One trip took us … Continue reading →

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Miracles

Posted on February 3, 2024 by jesustrek

People often use the word “miracle” inappropriately. Sometimes people talk about “the miracle of birth”. While childbirth is an amazing and wonderful event, it is hardly miraculous. It is a perfectly natural event. I once heard someone say that every … Continue reading →

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A Place for You

Posted on January 26, 2024 by jesustrek

John 14:1-6 is a passage of Scripture often used in funeral sermons. It conveys hope and comfort for those who desperately need it. It is a source of inspiration for all who follow Jesus. Jesus begins this passage by telling … Continue reading →

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Grace and Peace

Posted on November 2, 2023 by jesustrek

The authors of the New Testament books often wish their readers “grace and peace” in the opening remarks of their letters. This term was a blessing that became a common greeting among the early Christians. It is a blessing that … Continue reading →

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Faith that Saves

Posted on September 9, 2023 by jesustrek

Luke 7:36-50 records an interesting event in the ministry of Jesus. This story conveys the ability, and willingness, of Jesus to offer salvation to anyone who will humbly come to him in faith and repentance. Jesus had been invited to … Continue reading →

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