Tag Archives: sermon idea

A.C.T.S. of Prayer

Posted on February 24, 2024 by jesustrek

A.C.T.S. is an acronym that many people have used over the years as an outline for their prayers. There are several variations of this plan that focuses on some of the fundamentals of prayer. I have taken one of them … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Living, Prayer | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Christian Living | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

How to Deal with Loneliness

Posted on January 4, 2024 by jesustrek

The Christmas holiday season is behind us now, and this time of year proves to be a time of sorrow for many people. Whether they are dealing with the loss of a loved one, a family crisis, an economic challenge … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

God’s Timing is Perfect

Posted on December 20, 2023 by jesustrek

A preacher friend of mine named Fred Whitacre had a saying that he used frequently: “God is seldom early, but he is never late.” When we think back on the events of our lives, we often notice that God’s timing … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

An Extraordinary Christmas

Posted on December 16, 2023 by jesustrek

Christmas is a special time of year when we celebrate the birth of the Lord Jesus. There is nothing ordinary about any Christmas, but the first Christmas was extraordinary. Here’s why. First, extraordinary promises were kept. People often break their … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations | Tagged , , , , , | 3 Comments

Bless the Children

Posted on December 8, 2023 by jesustrek

Our church is planning a day where we will recognize and bless the newborn babies and other small children in our congregation. From all that we read in Scripture about the importance of children, it seems to be fitting that … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Living, Church, Prayer | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

Treasures in Heaven

Posted on October 21, 2023 by jesustrek

A story is told about a church that needed to make some repairs to their building. The situation had become so desperate that the congregation called a special meeting to address the problem. During the meeting, one gentleman stood up … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Living, Church, Humor, Leadership | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

How You Should Pray

Posted on September 28, 2023 by jesustrek

A lady had worked frantically to get ready for a dinner party that she was hosting. When the guests had arrived and were seated at the table, she asked her young daughter to say a prayer before the meal. “But … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Living, Prayer | Tagged , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Christian Living, Communion Meditations | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment