Author Archives: Jim Gleason
Invest Wisely
Most people want to invest their money wisely to be able to pay for current and future needs. Investing wisely requires research to determine which investments will bring the desired gains with some degree of risk and certainty. Why wouldn’t we also do the required due diligence to determine how we invest our own thoughtsContinue reading “Invest Wisely”
What Profit?
Life’s Big Question
At various times during our lives, we search for something bigger than what we see. We want to find real purpose in what we are doing. We hope to find purpose and meaning in what we do that serves ourselves, or in the more noble of us, in what we do that serves others. WeContinue reading “Life’s Big Question”
Why Wait?
Incorrect Reading
At times, I will read something and think that I understand the author’s meaning. But, upon further thought or with additional information, I find that my initial reaction was incorrect. If I do that with words on paper, how much more do I misunderstand what people do and say? And if I misunderstand, how inappropriateContinue reading “Incorrect Reading”
Bless, Don’t Curse
Testimony
Witnesses give their testimonies daily in the courts of our land. Judges and juries then make judgments based upon the reliability of these witnesses and their words. Psalm 19:7 says, “The law of the LORD is perfect, reviving the soul; the testimony of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple;” God’s Word is completelyContinue reading “Testimony”
Instructions Are In The Box
For someone like me who is mechanically challenged, reading the instructions given to me by the manufacturers of the products that I buy is frustrating and confusing. These directions don’t seem to match the pieces that I am given. Why are there always “extra” pieces after I am done assembling the product? Romans 11:33-35 says,Continue reading “Instructions Are In The Box”
Reluctant Retiree 