Author Archives: Jim Gleason

While Waiting

The day after Jesus was crucified, the disciples observed the Jewish Sabbath and waited. They were confused and bewildered, not having fully understood Jesus’ teaching about His resurrection. Their Lord had just been brutally killed and they didn’t know what to expect next, but hope remained. Titus 2:11-13 says, “For the grace of God hasContinue reading “While Waiting”

Carries Our Burdens

Today is Good Friday. Today commemorates the day that Jesus was crucified on the cross for our sins. Before His crucifixion, He was whipped and beaten. Then He was made to carry His cross up the hill toward Golgatha. Psalm 94:19 says, “When the cares of my heart are many, your consolations cheer my soul.”Continue reading “Carries Our Burdens”

He Carries Us Through

When we are suffering and when we face trouble, we tend to seek out others who have had similar experiences. Knowing that others have gone through nearly the same thing offers us hope. If they can provide some encouragement and counsel our countenance is lifted up. Isaiah 63:9 says, “In all their affliction he wasContinue reading “He Carries Us Through”

Increases Strength

It is amazing how much an illness can sap your strength. I had food poisoning yesterday and today I can barely sit up straight. When we are not following Jesus, our spiritual strength is wasting away. Then we cannot do the good works that we really want to do. When we finally come to realizeContinue reading “Increases Strength”

Nature Preserves

Many of my daily hikes take me to trails through nature preserves. I love seeing the colors and evidence of God’s hand in creation and preservation. I also appreciate those people who put a lot of effort into preserving nature in these places. But no matter how hard we try to preserve nature, natural eventsContinue reading “Nature Preserves”