When we lived in Nepal, we watched people celebrate the many festivals of Hinduism and Buddhism. It gave us a new perspective on our own festivals. While many Hindus and Buddhists are sincere believers and devotedly celebrate the festivals, many people used the festivals to indulge in party excesses. The same is true in ourContinue reading “Festival”
Author Archives: Jim Gleason
Celebrate
Great Joy
Luke 2:10-11 says, “And the angel said to them, ‘Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. for unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. And this will be a sign for you:Continue reading “Great Joy”
Good News
Bonds Are Unfastened
Becoming Known
We know celebrities from the things they have done, whether it be acting, creating, leading, speaking, or athletic endeavors. We have observed and come to know things about them from what we have seen and heard. Yet, we ignore what we can know about God through the things He has done for us and aroundContinue reading “Becoming Known”
Presence and Presents
We are in the season of giving and receiving gifts. It is the season of spreading love and joy. God’s people are given the present of entering into the presence of God. The way was paved for us by the blood of Jesus, who leads us into God’s presence and serves as our Advocate andContinue reading “Presence and Presents”
Presence With Thanksgiving
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”
Reluctant Retiree 