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Zeal!

Posted on June 9, 2022 by jesustrek

Lately we have been watching old game shows on television. I mean shows from decades ago. (Yes, things are really that exciting at our house these days.) Today I couldn’t help but notice the enthusiasm shown by host Allen Ludden … Continue reading →

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Making Something Happen

Posted on December 4, 2020 by jesustrek

A few weeks ago, University of Kentucky head football coach Mark Stoops was a bit frustrated with the way his team was playing defense. Stoops said, “They want somebody else to make the play.” Like many coaches, Stoops would have … Continue reading →

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Working Together

Posted on September 7, 2018 by jesustrek

Two men were riding a bicycle built for two when they came to a hill that was very long and steep. It took a great deal of struggle for the men to complete what proved to be a very difficult … Continue reading →

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No Turning Back

Posted on December 7, 2016 by jesustrek

William Borden was an heir to the Borden dairy fortune. However, he chose to give up the pleasures of his position in order to go into full time Christian service. Upon graduation from high school in the early 1900s, William … Continue reading →

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YOLO

Posted on September 22, 2016 by jesustrek

The Oxford English Dictionary recently added 197 new words that have become a part of our English vocabulary. One of those words is “YOLO”, which stands for “you only live once”. This phrase expresses the view that one should make … Continue reading →

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Filled with Joy!

Posted on March 25, 2013 by jesustrek

The lady I baptized during the worship service yesterday was truly feeling the joy of having her sins washed away and being united with Jesus. As soon as she came up out of the water, she praised God and grabbed … Continue reading →

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Get Excited!

Posted on November 22, 2010 by jesustrek

Some friends of ours have a granddaughter who is excited that she is learning to read. She loves to show off her newly acquired skill by reading for the adults in her family. This little girl has learned that when you … Continue reading →

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Keep Your Zeal

Posted on August 4, 2010 by jesustrek

Kenneth Smith was retired from the military. He was living out his final years in an assisted living facility, battling against the ravages of dementia. On a good day he might recognize his daughter, Merilinda, when she came to visit; … Continue reading →

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Controlling Our Passion

Posted on July 27, 2010 by jesustrek

Race car driver Helio Castroneves crossed the finish line first in a race in Edmonton, Alberta this past weekend. However, race officials cited him for blocking, and with the ensuing penalty, he officially ended up in 10th place. This ruling … Continue reading →

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