Author Archives: Jim Gleason

GPS and Map Apps

We have discarded paper maps and now use GPS and map apps to find our way. We often trust these programs so much that we are not really paying attention to our surroundings. These programs point the way, often with voice instructions, but we are not really impacted until we trust them on the roadsContinue reading “GPS and Map Apps”

Listen Up

When we were growing up, parents, coaches, and teachers would occasionally stop everything and in a firm voice say, “listen up”. Then we knew that we were in trouble or were going to hear some important instructions. God had a similar encounter with Elijah. Elijah had hidden himself and was feeling sorry for himself. HeContinue reading “Listen Up”

Splendor and Majesty

I have traveled to 52 countries and have visited many of their special sites, including temples from many religions. Many temples are efforts to create a special place for the gods of these religions. Some are quite spectacular, including a Buddhist temple in Myanmar and is partially covered in gold. But these grand buildings paleContinue reading “Splendor and Majesty”

Changing World

It has been said many times that the only thing that does change is that the world will change. As technology advances increase in number and scope, it is difficult to keep abreast of changes. Social media and information hubs ensure that culture changes quickly and is these changes are more widespread. People change. OurContinue reading “Changing World”

His Name

Isaiah 9:6 says, “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.” This prophecy foretells the coming of our Savior, Jesus Christ. As Wonderful Counselor, He possesses wisdomContinue reading “His Name”