Most of us like to have control over the events and circumstances that impact us. We like to plan what will happen to us and for us and we are driven to make sure that it all works out favorably for us. And yet, there is so much of what happens in our lives thatContinue reading “Control”
Author Archives: Jim Gleason
Love of Christ
House Not Made With Human Hands
Every house over time develops some flaws, whether they come from use, time, or abuse. Every home also develops flaws over time, which come from flawed humans living together. II Corinthians 5:1 says, “For we know that if the tent that is our earthly home is destroyed, we have a building from God, a houseContinue reading “House Not Made With Human Hands”
True Home
Overlooked
Sometimes, the effort and good work that we put to a task is overlooked by those who should know. Perphaps, we were not recognized on the job for the exceptional work we put into a project. Or maybe, people did not notice the kindness that we showed to them, which was beyond what they couldContinue reading “Overlooked”
God is Just
No Means to Steer
We are all familiar with the story of Noah and the ark. God told Noah to build an ark in the middle of the wilderness. God gave Noah specific instructions on how to build it, what materials to use, and what the dimensions must be. However, God didn’t give Noah any means of directing theContinue reading “No Means to Steer”
God of Hope
Light At The End Of The Tunnel
Many people have spoken of a light at the end of the tunnel. This expression is offered as encouragement that even though we may be passing through dark times, the light at the end of the tunnel remains fixed and will ultimately grant us peace. When we are struggling, we seek some steadfast hope thatContinue reading “Light At The End Of The Tunnel”
Reluctant Retiree 