The earth’s moon appears to light up the sky. However, the Moon does not generate light, it only reflects the light of the Sun. In fact, the Moon absorbs up to 93 percent of the sun’s light and only reflects as little as 7 percent of the sun’s light. John 8:12 says, “Again Jesus spokeContinue reading “Light Source”
Author Archives: Jim Gleason
Light of the World
Washing
We have a separate room in our house for the washer and dryer. As with everybody, we bring our clothes into this room to wash. They generally come out clean and useful for another time. However, this washing never transforms these clothes into better and more useful clothes. I Thessalonians 5:23 says, “Now may theContinue reading “Washing”
Sanctified Completely
What Will We Stand For?
Have you ever fought for a cause that you believe in? Part of the fight is standing firm for truth with love against opposition. Everyone faces opposition at times, whether it be the minimal opposition of unexpected consequences or the significant opposition against firmly held values and beliefs. I Timothy 6:12 says, “Fight the goodContinue reading “What Will We Stand For?”
Fight the Good Fight
Unwrapped
For many, Christmas 2025 is just a memory by now. The tree has been taken down, the decorations have been put away, and the unwrapped presents are in use. These presents have made us glad, and hopefully, will do so for a long time. It is good to remember what others have done for youContinue reading “Unwrapped”
Don’t Forget the Benefits
Rejoice and Be Glad
I expect that the celebrations of the new year will continue far into the night. I hope to be sleeping, as I am not one to revel in a new year. The celebrations will be boisterous and loud, no doubt, as people welcome in the new and say goodbye to the old. Isaiah 65:17-18 says,Continue reading “Rejoice and Be Glad”
Reluctant Retiree 