Author Archives: Jim Gleason

Love Received, Love to Give

Among material things, we cannot give what we have not received. You cannot give away a cup of sugar to a neighbor, without somehow receiving sugar from which you can give. While that applies materially, we can give from our heart without first receiving. For instance, you can give a kindness to a stranger, withoutContinue reading “Love Received, Love to Give”

The Difficulty of Waiting

I am often an impatient person. If I am waiting for a package to be delivered, I am always checking updates on its progress. If I am waiting in line at a traffic light, I start to get anxious as I don’t see the cars quickly moving when the light turns green. In our rushContinue reading “The Difficulty of Waiting”

Follow His Word

If we listen to the words of law enforcement officers and follow the guidelines of the law, we can live uprightly in the sight of society. If we listen to our teachers, we will not only learn the subject matter, but also gain information and skills that will benefit our lives and the lives ofContinue reading “Follow His Word”

Kindness Received, Kindness Given

A few years ago a movement called “Pass It Forward” became popular, largely based upon a movie. The idea was to pass on to others the kindnesses that we receive. The movie told the story of a boy who did so and sparked a wave of kindness through his school and family. Psalm 41:1-3 says,Continue reading “Kindness Received, Kindness Given”

Amazon Warehouse

Amazon has distribution centers around the country. Each center receives goods from a variety of suppliers with the goal and purpose of delivering these goods to consumers who purchase the items online. The distribution center would be useless and a harm to Amazon if it did not deliver goods as they were purchased. Genesis 12:1-3Continue reading “Amazon Warehouse”