Author Archives: Jim Gleason

Suppose an important dignitary was coming to visit you. Most likely, an advance team would come to you beforehand to give you information about the dignitary. They would inform you of his/her likes and dislikes, the protocol for the visit, and anything else it would be important for you to know. One thing that theContinue reading “By Way of Introduction”

Allstate Insurance had a slogan that declared that they were the “Good Hands People”. Arm and Hammer baking soda displays a strong arm and a mallet to represent the strength of their product. While these products and services are fine for the need, they are not to be relied upon in all situations. In JohnContinue reading “Held In His Hands”

Sometimes, no matter how hard we try, we just can’t get closer to our goal. Perhaps we just get tired and don’t have the energy to pursue our target. Or maybe something goes wrong and that mistake puts us farther away from our goal. Matthew 1:23 says, “Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear aContinue reading “Drawing Close”

A witness in court has the responsibility to tell the truth about what they have seen and heard. Their believability and reliability is evaluated by the court. The jurors or judge ultimately decide the fate of the case and the people involved. John 15:26-27 says, “But when the Helper comes, whom I will send toContinue reading “Witness’ Responsibility”

You can learn to do almost anything online these days. There are You Tube videos covering many subjects and online helps from many vendors. At times I wished that I had a personal tutor sitting next to me while I was doing something that I didn’t totally understand. This tutor would kindly instruct me andContinue reading “The Teacher Within”