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Walk in the Light

Have you ever noticed how much easier it is to walk in the light, as opposed to darkness? The light reveals dangers that you can’t see in darkness. The light reveals the best path to take. The light gives us confidence as we walk. I take a long walk every morning. This morning I startedContinue reading “Walk in the Light”

Posted byJim GleasonSeptember 9, 2021Posted inUncategorizedLeave a comment on Walk in the Light

Memorial Stones

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Preparation for Wonders

We were able to see three of our six grandchildren within a few days of their births. What joy and exhilaration filled our hearts at those special times! We did not have the same privilege with the other three, although we did meet them rather quickly also. In order to participate in these glorious times,Continue reading “Preparation for Wonders”

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Seeing God’s Wonders

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Suspension Bridges

While trekking in Nepal we frequently had to cross suspension bridges. I confess that I did not like walking across these bridges. Most were carefully constructed and structurally sound, at least by my nonscientific evaluation. That didn’t matter, I still didn’t want to walk on them. I remember one bridge, in particular. It was madeContinue reading “Suspension Bridges”

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Success

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On My Own

I have spent a good portion of my life trying to get by on my own smarts, strength, and charm. Sometimes these things worked to my advantage, at least temporarily. But to be honest, I really don’t have much in the way of smarts, strength, or charm. So the things that I thought would helpContinue reading “On My Own”

Posted byJim GleasonSeptember 6, 2021Posted inUncategorizedLeave a comment on On My Own

Today’s Prayer

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Showers Of …

As we were driving yesterday, we passed through a brief rain shower. It seemed to come out of nowhere, but also quickly ended. I see my life in terms of a series of unexpected, but relatively brief, showers. I have had showers of blessings, troubles, joy, and sadness among others. Showers of blessings have overwhelmedContinue reading “Showers Of …”

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Special Purpose

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