Author Archives: Jim Gleason

Stumbling Block

Have you ever been listening to someone speak and you just can’t believe what they are saying? Perhaps it is because of the reputation of the speaker. Many times, it is because we hold a set of beliefs that is contrary to what the speaker is saying. If we they are saying is true, however,Continue reading “Stumbling Block”

Commissioning

In I Chronicles 28, King David is commissioning his son, Solomon to be the next king. At a formal commissioning service, a person is commended into service. They are given orders and responsibilities of their service. The commissioned person commits to these terms and faithful service of the orders and responsibilities. In I Chronicles 28:9Continue reading “Commissioning”

Justice, Kindness, Compassion

When a business is looking for new employees, they require certain skills and experience, but they also search for specific personal attributes that will fit with their needs. When we decide on friendships, we look for shared interests, but we also look for a heart similar to our own. While God does not have qualificationsContinue reading “Justice, Kindness, Compassion”

Extraordinary Outcomes From Ordinary Steps

Sometimes, the most ordinary actions lead to extraordinary outcomes. A courageous person runs errands and find themselves in a position to save people from a burning building. A generous person sees someone in real need and starts a fundraising project that unexpectedly draws in donors from around the world. I Samuel 9:15-16 says, “Now theContinue reading “Extraordinary Outcomes From Ordinary Steps”

New App

When I download a new app for my phone or computer, a steep learning curve begins. I try to understand and use the app as best as I can. But over time, I can forget some of the tools imbedded in the app, losing some of the effectiveness of the app. These tools were placedContinue reading “New App”