Author Archives: Jim Gleason

In our area, the Dutch Amish restaurant called Essenhaus is widely known and extremely popular. They serve heaping helpings of great food. You can smell the fried chicken or delicious baked goods for miles, it seems. The smells draw you in. Smells have the power to bring back memories. A certain smell may remind youContinue reading “Attractive Fragrance”

Our grandson had his first wrestling meet of the season today, and of course we went to watch. Watching a child or grandchild of yours wrestling must be like watching them do gymnastics or diving. Seated in the audience, I still found myself bending and making the other moves with him. I am amazed atContinue reading “Wrestling”

We expect our government officials to adhere to acceped ethics while serving constituents for the common good and not personal interests. Our corporate leaders should conform to the highest moral standards while seeking to benefit company shareholders, employees, and customers. Leaders of charities must follow strict guidelines for the management of donated resources and faithfullyContinue reading “Manage Wisely”

I Thessalonians 5:18 says, “give thanks in all circumstances, for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” Thanksgiving is important for several reasons. First, God commands us to be thankful. Secondly, it demonstrates our humility. Thirdly, it helps us be aware of God’s many gifts to us. Next, giving thanks isContinue reading “Giving Thanks”

Sometimes I do things that give joy to people. Of course, seeing the joy on their faces, gives me satisfaction and joy as well. But I am not so sure that my presence alone brings pleasure to people, other than my family and friends. What a glorious feeling it must be to know that yoursContinue reading “God Takes Pleasure”