Author Archives: Jim Gleason

I don’t particularly care for driving long distances. For me, it is physically uncomfortable. For most people, it is difficult to maintain the alertness required for a long period of time. Our minds wander and our bodies tire. But we must maintain a high level of alertness to avoid the dangers inherit in this typeContinue reading “A Long Drive”

Recently, we were in Erie, Pennsylvania, and went to the Presque Isle State Park. From the point on this peninsula, we could see far and wide over Lake Erie. It was a beautiful day and a wonderful view. We basked in the sunlight and enjoyed the peaceful lure of gentle sea waves. We could onlyContinue reading “The Unimaginable”

What is the most glorious place that you have ever visited? Name a location that has inspired you and brought you overwhelming peace and joy. For me, it is the ocean. As a kid in Southern California, I often went to the beach to relax, enjoy the waves, and find peace in the ocean views.Continue reading “Water and Tree of Life”

In our disaster relief adventures we have seen how water permeates nearly everything. Walls do not stop storm surge water from seeping through them. Many barriers are ineffective from stopping the flow of water from hurricanes and floods. While the water eventually dissipates, the evidence of its past intrusive action is everywhere. John 4:13-14 says,Continue reading “Living Water”

Matthew 6:8 says, “Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name.” Our God is also our Heavenly Father who perfectly and completely provides for our needs, protects us, loves us, cares for us, draws us close to Himself, helps us, and enjoys our presence. As his children we should follow Him, listen to Him, honorContinue reading “Father in Heaven”