Jim Gleason

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Stumbling

Yesterday I was walking through our grocery store, Meijers, and I suddenly stumbled and fell to the ground. I wasn’t hurt and only have a couple bruises, but I was embarrassed by my fall as several employees came to help me. I would like to say that this is an infrequent occurrence for me, butContinue reading “Stumbling”

Walk Securely

I Wish I Had Said That

Sometimes, after I have had a conversation with someone, I wish that I had said something different than what I did say. Often, I regret saying something or speaking in the wrong tone or with the wrong attitude. Other times, I am disappointed that I didn’t say something to the other person that might haveContinue reading “I Wish I Had Said That”

Outbursts of Love and Good Deeds

Hardest Stuggles

Oftentimes our hardest struggles are those within us. Most of us are working to improve our character, but constantly fighting internal battles over anger, pride, lust, greed, and self-centeredness. Sometimes we are strong, but mostly we find that we are weak. Who can help us with our desire to grow and improve? Hebrews 4:15-16 says,Continue reading “Hardest Stuggles”

Sympathize With Our Weaknesses

Guarded Steps

This morning I took a long walk before dawn. I had to be careful because of the darkness and because I was walking in unfamiliar territory. I usually sort of shuffle my feet so that it is easy for me to trip over a small obstacle. Today, I guarded my steps and carefully moved forward,Continue reading “Guarded Steps”

Faithful Ones

Waiting Room

As I get older, I find myself in the waiting rooms of doctors more and more. For me it is not a pleasant place. Besides dealing with whatever ailment I have come for, I have to be in a room with strangers. For an introvert like me that is difficult. I tend to look aroundContinue reading “Waiting Room”