Author Archives: Jim Gleason

Our culture can be characterized by a disposable love. We tend to love only for a season. The possessions that we say we love, quickly wear out and are replaced by new loveable things. The values that we treasure are superceded by new values that better serve our desires. Even loving relationships are disposed ofContinue reading “Throw Away Love”

We use different types of guards to protect ourselves and others. In football the offensive guard protects the quarterback from defensive linemen. Face guards and mouth guards secure those body parts from injury. On a bridge the guardrail keeps cars on the road and drivers safe. Security personnel guard property and people from attack andContinue reading “Using Guards to Protect”

Most people do not like change. We resist it and complain about it. When change comes on the job, our first response is to question and grumble, at least until we realize that the change was good after all. If our favorite store alters its layout or selection we are tempted to never return, evenContinue reading “He Will Not Change”

When I was young I played sports constantly. Whether at home or school or with a team, I was actively participating in sports. I can no longer do the same activities, but I am trying to keep fit. As I have mentioned before, I walk about 10 miles per day. I enjoy being outside andContinue reading “Spiritual Exercises”

The National Football League playoffs have begun and the crowds are back in full force. The faithful cheer on their team with great fervor, wearing the team colors and waving team towels. When a player makes a mistake, the crowd groans in disappointment. When a player performs well, the crowd stands and cheers. At theContinue reading “Playoff Crowds”