Author Archives: Jim Gleason

I live in a condominium with my wife, but this home does not define who I am. I live in a nice part of town, but the affluence or lack of it in of my neighborhood does not define who I am. I am a senior citizen, but age does not define who I am.Continue reading “Defined By Where I Live”

We all like to hear the words, “I love you”, coming from a loved one. But if those words are not backed up by acts of love, they seem hollow and leave an empty feeling within us. Spontaneous, sincere, and selfless deeds that demonstrate heart felt love encourage the most downcast soul, warm the coldestContinue reading “Acts of Love”

“For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.” John 3:16 What kind of love is this? It is a compassionate love, realizing that we were lost and helpless. It is a sacrificial love, willing to suffer loss for ourContinue reading “What Kind of Love Is This?”

A few years ago, a wealthy man hid a million dollars somewhere in New Mexico. He publicized the existence of the hidden treasure and periodically published clues to its location in the form of riddles. Dozens of treasure hunters began the hunt for the treasure. I believe that someone finally found the million dollars recently.Continue reading “A Hidden Treasure”

At the Grauman’s Chinese Theater in Hollywood, you can see the handprints of various celebrities on the Walk of Fame. But you can’t discern anything about these people from the handprints and autographs in the clay. You can look at a photograph and discern a little more about a person than from a handprint. ButContinue reading “Imprint of Majesty”