Tag Archives: worship

What Are You Chasing?

Posted on September 16, 2014 by jesustrek

I recently attended a Christian men’s meeting where the preacher delivered a powerful sermon on giving God the honor and respect that is due him. Moments after the message concluded, a young boy, perhaps 12 or 13 years old, came … Continue reading →

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Young Worshipers

Posted on August 28, 2014 by jesustrek

I couldn’t help but notice a couple of small children at church this past Sunday, and how they seemed to be fascinated with the worship experience. 1-year-old Ava couldn’t take her eyes off the praise team as the music part of … Continue reading →

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Engaged in Worship

Posted on July 18, 2014 by jesustrek

A few years ago, a “Dennis the Menace” cartoon showed Dennis sitting in a church pew beside his father. Looking up at his Dad, he says, “Is it OK if we leave at half time?” Worship services don’t normally have … Continue reading →

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Not Quite the Same

Posted on June 18, 2014 by jesustrek

The fireworks business seems to be flourishing in the southern parts of the United States. Driving through the south you see a lot of advertisements for fireworks to suit your every need. From sparkers to the big boomers, you can … Continue reading →

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Best Way to Remember

Posted on May 9, 2014 by jesustrek

In one of our recent worship services, our church passed out nails to everyone in attendance. These nails, while probably smaller than the ones used to crucify Jesus, were shaped much like the ones the Roman soldiers may have used … Continue reading →

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Deepest Thanks

Posted on April 18, 2014 by jesustrek

A man who was entering a restaurant ahead of us lingered at the entrance for a few seconds so that he could hold the door open for my wife and me. As I said, “Thanks”, I noticed that he was … Continue reading →

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Stay Fresh

Posted on April 14, 2014 by jesustrek

I was standing in a checkout line recently when a display caught my eye. It was trying to entice me to buy a small package of doughnuts.  The advertising slogan read, “Made Fresh”. I suppose that statement was true. Is it … Continue reading →

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All In

Posted on March 27, 2014 by jesustrek

Bob Hoffman coaches the Mercer men’s basketball team, which recently upset Duke in the NCAA Tournament. After that big win, reporters asked Hoffman where his passion came from. He responded, “Well, I’m a big psycho. I mean, I’m just a … Continue reading →

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Is Your Heart in It?

Posted on March 9, 2014 by jesustrek

A man once told me about a memorable experience he had while growing up in church. He had a speaking part in a Sunday morning Mothers’ Day program. While delivering his lines, he became visibly emotional, so much so that … Continue reading →

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Always Rejoicing!

Posted on January 8, 2014 by jesustrek

“Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!”—Philippians 4:4. I often have to remind myself that Paul the apostle was chained up in prison when he wrote this. And these were not empty words. Paul practiced what … Continue reading →

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