Jim Gleason

Raining Righteousness

Upholds

The word “uphold” is not one that we use a lot. It means to confirm, support, and maintain. We say, “I uphold the truth,” meaning we confirm our words to be the truth. Certain parts of a building’s structure are designed to uphold the structure or to support and maintain the structural integrity. Where canContinue reading “Upholds”

Faithful and Kind

Purpose Fulfilled

When I set out to do something, many things can keep me from accomplishing my plans. I may not have the tools or abilities to do what I intended to do. An urgent matter may arise, taking me away from the task. Or I may simply become interested in something else. Job 42:2 says, “IContinue reading “Purpose Fulfilled”

Can’t Be Stopped

Lacking Understanding

As I get older, some things are more difficult for me to understand. For one thing, my hearing is bad, so I often don’t hear all the information. For another thing, sometimes I feel like my mind is in a fog and, even though I observe everything, I don’t always understand. Then, having lived outsideContinue reading “Lacking Understanding”

Unveiled Face

Choosing the Best

Assuming we can afford it, we are always looking for the best solution. We want to purchase the highest quality items that will serve us in the best way. We search for the best advice and counsel that we can receive to answer our questions and guide us in the correct ways. So when weContinue reading “Choosing the Best”

Radiance of God’s Glory

Beyond All Comparison

I don’t know about you, but I don’t like the things that afflict me. Whether it be some health issue, relationship concern, or financial setbacks, I don’t care to deal with them. My focus is on the issue and not on what benefits I can derive from dealing with the issue. Properly addressing health issuesContinue reading “Beyond All Comparison”