Author Archives: Jim Gleason

We can be jealous or envious in a number of ways. We may desire what another person possesses. We may want the admiration directed toward another person directed our way. We may want the honor afforded to another. We may simply want to be like another person. I Corinthians 3:3 says, “For while there isContinue reading “Jealousy”

When we lived in Nepal, merchants had several price levels. The foreigner was charged the highest price, Nepalis were charged a lower price, but the best price was given to those of the same people group. We have similar pricing in the United States, as certain people can receive a discount if they qualify inContinue reading “Grace Given Freely”

A new political scandal seems to pop up every week. Politicians have made themselves appear righteous and proper, otherwise they generally do not get elected. However, when they are subject to the bright lights of public scrutiny, many have their terrible secrets revealed and they are publicly dishonored. Athletes, movie stars, and any high profileContinue reading “Cover Ups”

Every morning, and probably several times throughout the day, we look into a mirror to see if we look good at that moment. The mirror reveals where we appear presentable and where we might need to cover up the flaws. This brief glimpse into our appearance helps us take actions to improve ourselves, or atContinue reading “Looking Into a Mirror”