Author Archives: Jim Gleason
Clean, But Not For Long
When we want our car to be clean, we take it to a car wash or wash it ourselves. Almost as soon as we drive the first mile after washing it, the car begins to attract dirt again. The same thing is true when we wash our hands. After washing,as soon as we touch something,Continue reading “Clean, But Not For Long”
Majestic Holiness
Package Delivered
We keep looking outside to see if it has come yet. We check and recheck the delivery tracking details online. We don’t know what is in the package, but our loved one said that it was on the way. So we impatiently wait to receive the package and find out what is in it. PsalmContinue reading “Package Delivered”
Purpose Fulfilled
Know the Tree By Its Fruit
As we drove the highway through central California, we saw thousands of fruit trees and grape vines. Most of them looked strong and healthy, ready to produce delicious fruit. Some, however, looked a bit scrawny and unhealthy and not at all likely to produce good fruit. Matthew 7:16-17 says, “You will recognize them by theirContinue reading “Know the Tree By Its Fruit”
Good Fruit
Our Appetites Deceive
When I drive past a Dairy Queen (DQ), my appetite for a strawberry sundae rises to the front of my thoughts. I long for the taste, ignoring the impact upon my blood sugar and weight. Our appetite and selfish desires can deceive us into doing things that harm us and can lead others astray. RomansContinue reading “Our Appetites Deceive”
Reject Selfish Desires
Revive Our Hearts
Coffee has taken over our culture. Coffee houses are open on virtually every corner and are constantly busy. Many people need their morning coffee in order to become revived from a hard previous day and to energize for the day ahead. Psalm 69:32-33 says, “When the humble see it they will be glad; you whoContinue reading “Revive Our Hearts”
Reluctant Retiree 