Tag Archives: selfish

Still Thankful

Posted on November 25, 2016 by jesustrek

“Gratitude is the way to an improved attitude, dude.”—James Taylor Thanksgiving is behind us now. The holiday, that is, not the lifestyle. If we aren’t careful, we may succumb to the greed and discontent that have come to be so … Continue reading →

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Communion in Community

Posted on November 5, 2015 by jesustrek

I used to think that communion time at church was my alone time with God. It was a time for my own personal meditation on God’s love for me. The only thing that would make my communion time better would … Continue reading →

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Man’s Best Friend

Posted on August 24, 2015 by jesustrek

A lady once heard that if a dog owner pretends to be hurt, a dog with a bad temper may try to bite the owner. But a good dog will show concern and may lick the fallen owner’s face. She … Continue reading →

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Let Him Eat Cake

Posted on August 21, 2015 by jesustrek

At a children’s birthday party, it came time to serve the cake. One little boy blurted out, “I want the biggest piece!” His mother was there, and she was embarrassed at her son’s greedy remark. “It’s not polite to ask … Continue reading →

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A Little Respect, Please!

Posted on June 13, 2011 by jesustrek

I was disappointed with the behavior of some of the people sitting near me when I attended the local high school graduation recently. I couldn’t hear much of what was being said up front because of all the noise going … Continue reading →

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For the Good of the Team

Posted on December 28, 2010 by jesustrek

Even though the Cincinnati Bengals have two of the most talented receivers in football in Terrell Owens and Chad Ochocinco, the team has struggled through a horrible year. It seems that it takes more than skill to win ball games. … Continue reading →

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