Author Archives: Jim Gleason

The task of acquiring a house is exhausting. First comes the search, spending many hours looking at houses. Then comes the negotiation on price and terms. Once that is agreed upon, then the endless paperwork begins. After that comes moving day with its own burdens and struggles. Now we have a house. But it isContinue reading “Home At Last”

Generally, quality and production standards raise over time. In business, the goals are to produce more at lower cost to maximize profits. Scientists and technicians seek more precise data measurements to more accurately assess theories. In virtually every aspect of life we desire to improve by holding ourselves accountable to higher standards. Has the standardContinue reading “Higher Standard”

“Though he had done so many signs before them, they still did not believe in him.” John 12:37 As we drive on the highway, we recognize the signs and follow their directions to get where we want to go. Some signs warn us of dangers. We also search the skies for indicators of incoming weather.Continue reading “Ignoring the Signs”

When I am hiking I think about the ultimate victory of reaching my destination, but I am also careful with each step along the way. Each step can bring its own set of dangers. Icy paths and holes can trip me up and can cause me to fail in reaching my destination. Observing the dangersContinue reading “Small Steps”

Many times Jesus spoke in story format to describe God’s kingdom and His relationship with people. In John 10 Jesus uses a picture of sheep to illuminate His relationship with His people. He said, “The sheep hear his voice, and he calls his own sheep by name and leads them out. When he has broughtContinue reading “Like Sheep”