Jim Gleason

Seek His Presence

That Doesn’t Sound Right

Many times, I have been listening to someone speak and have thought to myself, “That doesn’t sound right.” Then, I will investigate and often find out that what was said was technically correct, but not practically useful. Other times, I will find out that the information was incorrectly and dishonestly compiled to support inaccurate statements.Continue reading “That Doesn’t Sound Right”

Wisdom of the Wise

Within Us

Have you ever watched an instructional video, attended a seminar, or read something interesting and decided that you wanted to try that? After trying it for a while, have you wished that the instructor was near you to figure out some of the details, or fill in with more instructions? God has done something evenContinue reading “Within Us”

Helper

Abound in Hope

Hope is something that we rarely specifically think about, but without hope, it is difficult to endure life and impossible to enjoy life. God is the author of hope and the power to believe. With hope, God gives us peace and joy. Paul’s prayer for the church in Rome is my prayer for you: “MayContinue reading “Abound in Hope”

God of Hope

What God Has Done

So much of the worship and teaching in the church is about what God has done for us. While that is good and true, very little is spoken or sung about who God is. Yet, eternal life is in knowing God and worship should include praises for who He is. Let me illustrate my point.Continue reading “What God Has Done”

Clearly Perceived

What is Known?

Our knowledge base is pretty limited, despite how educated we might be. We have learned some things by experience, but our experiences are limited by time and opportunity. We learn some things by reading and through education, but we can not read all recorded and written knowledge. Yet, there remain many truths that we wouldContinue reading “What is Known?”