Author Archives: Jim Gleason

Arrayed in Glory

At this time every year, the city of Holland, Michigan has what they call the Tulip Time Festival. Tulips are everywhere, adorning the streets, shops, and fields. I am not really a flower guy, but I admit the site is pretty spectacular. Some people try to match the glory of tulips in bloom by applyingContinue reading “Arrayed in Glory”

Trying to Do Good

We often defend ourselves by talking about good intentions or blaming others for the wrong that we believe they did. However, if our intentions were truly honorable, we would have acted with compassion instead of judgment. In God’s view, good hearts are valued over good works. In Matthew 12:7, Jesus says, ” And if youContinue reading “Trying to Do Good”

Inside Track

Sometimes, we or other people may come upon significant information that others do not possess. This information may help us make good and beneficial decisions. Too often, we hear of people misusing insider information only for their own good. This information is not shared with others in an effort to gain more selfish benefit forContinue reading “Inside Track”

Required Improvements

Every new thing created by men will need improvements. New technology can always be made better. Science is always finding new ways to benefit humans, but the first try is generally not the best product. We are always finding ways to make relationships better and even to eat healthier and live longer. Hebrews 8:6 says,Continue reading “Required Improvements”

Life Giving Words

Some people are gifted with the ability to offer meaningful encouragement when appropriate. Their words are refreshment for the discouraged or despairing soul. We need more of these people in our world and we should aspire to be speakers of encouragement. But even these words have limited impact for our lives. John 6:63 says, “ItContinue reading “Life Giving Words”