When I was young, my father would make many promises to me that he would later be unable to keep. We all can make promises that future circumstances prevent us from keeping. When we fail to keep our promises, however, trust is broken and it is difficult to earn that trust back again. Numbers 23:19Continue reading “Good As His Word”
Author Archives: Jim Gleason
Fulfilling Promises
Excellent and Profitable
Business owners should seek to do the things that they are good at and that are profitable. But they would be short-sighted if they only considered what is good and profitable for their businesses. They must also consider what is right and benefits others, if they expect long-term results for their businesses. Titus 3:8 says,Continue reading “Excellent and Profitable”
Profitable Work
Car Wash for Humans
Sometimes, I wish I could find a car wash for humans. Then, I would walk through this human car wash to remove all the filth and grime of the world that has attached itself to me. As I exit the wash I would feel pure, that is until I walk into another pothole of filth.Continue reading “Car Wash for Humans”
Beloved Children
Conviction
If you have ever served on a jury, you know of your solemn responsibilty to be convinced of the truth. Evidence is provided by both sides. Then at the end of the trial, the jury deliberates to determine their verdict. I Thessalonians 1:4-5 says, “For we know, brothers loved by God, that he has chosenContinue reading “Conviction”
For We Know
Dry Land
We all go through times when everything becomes routine and we begin to look for something new and exciting. We think about buying a new car or getting a new job or moving to a new location. We believe that these changes will bring us out of the malaise. Perhaps we need to look backContinue reading “Dry Land”
Reluctant Retiree 