Author Archives: Jim Gleason

One Mediator

News from sports, labor relations, and nations has made use aware of the function of a mediator. In these cases, two or more sides are brought together by the mediator because conflict has arisen to the extent that the sides cannot resolve the issues directly between themselves. The mediator works on behalf of both sidesContinue reading “One Mediator”

Consolation

When someone close to you is suffering, what actions do you take to console them? What words are appropriate and will be well received. Some people prove to be trusted friends in these situations. When we are hurt, we want someone to help us deal with the pain, most likely someone who has suffered inContinue reading “Consolation”

Vision of Heaven

We all have a vision for our future. We have goals that we want to achieve. Sometimes, we can almost see the future of our lives. Of course, none of this is set in stone. Our goals may change due to our choice or circumstances beyond our control. However, we do have a vision ofContinue reading “Vision of Heaven”

America’s Pasttime

I am a huge baseball fan. Baseball is called “American’s Pasttime”, but I know that several other things rank above baseball in the american psyche. I would rank sleeping above baseball as a beloved pasttime. God created us in such a way that He knew that we would need rest. Our bodies and minds cannotContinue reading “America’s Pasttime”

Reputation of Being Alive

In ancient times, the city of Sardis was sacked twice when the watchmen on the walls failed to detect an enemy army sneaking up to its “impregnable” cliffs and walls. We all know of famous people, who with smooth speech sounded good to the masses. However, their lives were wrecked by scandals caused by wickedContinue reading “Reputation of Being Alive”