Category Archives: Quick Thoughts

The Sledgehammer and the Peanut Shell

Posted on 8 January, 2014 by Jon Gleason

No one uses a sledgehammer to crack a peanut shell. Except in interpersonal relationships…. Jesus wasn’t like that. Matthew 12:18-20 18 Behold my servant, whom I have chosen; my beloved, in whom my soul is well pleased: I will put … Continue reading →

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Early Rising

Posted on 3 January, 2014 by Jon Gleason

He that riseth late, must trot all day. – Benjamin Franklin Awake up, my glory; awake, psaltery and harp: I myself will awake early.  I will praise thee, O Lord, among the people: I will sing unto thee among the … Continue reading →

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Repost — Another Quick Thought on Joseph

Posted on 16 December, 2013 by Jon Gleason

Did Joseph know, when he took his wife, that he was taking on himself an early death? Continue reading →

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God’s Investment

Posted on 5 November, 2013 by Jon Gleason

He has too much invested in us to just let us go. Continue reading →

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Ruled by….

Posted on 21 October, 2013 by Jon Gleason

Some people are ruled by their hurt. That never turns out well. Continue reading →

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“God is Good”

Posted on 4 September, 2013 by Jon Gleason

Why do we only say “God is good” when things happen that make us happy or comfortable?  Is God not good when things happen that make us unhappy or uncomfortable? Do we also say, “God is good!” when unpleasant things happen?  … Continue reading →

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Thinking Well of Yourself

Posted on 31 August, 2013 by Jon Gleason

Half the harm that is done in this world is due to people who want to feel important. They don’t mean to do harm — but the harm does not interest them. Or they do not see it, or they … Continue reading →

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