Author Archives: Jim Gleason

This Changes Everything

Most of us have people in our lives that change us just by their presence. These awesome people may be a spouse, our children, appear mentor, or a teacher. In addition, we have had experiences that change us. These experiences may come in the form of tragedies or profound joy. These people and experiences changeContinue reading “This Changes Everything”

Thoughts and Actions

Have you ever looked at a messy room or garage and thought, “I really need to clean up this mess”? Then, days and weeks go by and you have not lifted a finger to begin to clean up the mess. Your proper thoughts do not help clean up the mess. I have done this manyContinue reading “Thoughts and Actions”

Appearances

Some people work hard at keeping up their appearances before other people. They have to have the highest quality material possessions and work hard to get the approval of others. The problem comes when they can’t maintain the facade and the deception becomes known. I John 3:2-3 says, “Beloved, we are God’s children now, andContinue reading “Appearances”

Transformation

We all want to be better people and to do better in the things we have to do. Change is hard and it is harder still to change our attitudes and behaviors. Success is sporadic and fleeting at times. Proverbs 3:3-4 says, “Let not steadfast love and faithfulness forsake you; bind them around your neck;Continue reading “Transformation”

Victorious

One of the great things about sports is the excitement of rooting for your favorite team. As the match begins, we have no idea how it will turn out, but we are hopeful that our team will prevail. Even the underdogs sometimes prevail. As they say, “That is why they play the game.” Romans 8:31-32,Continue reading “Victorious”