Monthly Archives: July 2012

July 21, 2012

Posted on July 23, 2012 by jgarrott

1 Thessalonians 1:3 We continually remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labor prompted by love, and your endurance inspired by hope in our Lord Jesus Christ. This verse ties together three intangibles – faith, … Continue reading →

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July 20, 2012

Posted on July 21, 2012 by jgarrott

Colossians 2:2-3 My purpose is that they may be encouraged in heart and united in love, so that they may have the full riches of complete understanding, in order that they may know the mystery of God, namely, Christ, in … Continue reading →

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July 19, 2012

Posted on July 21, 2012 by jgarrott

Colossians 1:28-29 We proclaim him, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone perfect in Christ. To this end I labor, struggling with all his energy, which so powerfully works in me. This really encapsulates … Continue reading →

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July 18, 2012

Posted on July 18, 2012 by jgarrott

Philippians 4:11, 13, 19 I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I can do everything through him who gives me strength. And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus. Taken consecutively … Continue reading →

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July 17, 2012

Posted on July 17, 2012 by jgarrott

Philippians 1:20-21 I eagerly expect and hope that I will in no way be ashamed, but will have sufficient courage so that now as always Christ will be exalted in my body, whether by life or by death. For to … Continue reading →

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July 16, 2012

Posted on July 17, 2012 by jgarrott

Ephesians 6:10-11 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. Put on the full armor of God so that you can take your stand against the devil’s schemes. The fact of the matter is, we are in … Continue reading →

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July 15, 2012

Posted on July 15, 2012 by jgarrott

Ephesians 5:25 Husbands, love your wives, just as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her. Since I use this verse in every wedding I perform, I have it well memorized. However, it’s still all too easy to … Continue reading →

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July 14, 2012

Posted on July 14, 2012 by jgarrott

Ephesians 5:8-10 For you were once darkness, but now you are light in the Lord. Live as children of light (for the fruit of the light consists in all goodness, righteousness and truth) and find out what pleases the Lord. … Continue reading →

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July 13, 2012

Posted on July 13, 2012 by jgarrott

Ephesians 4:17, 32 So I tell you this, and insist on it in the Lord, that you must no longer live as the Gentiles do, in the futility of their thinking. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each … Continue reading →

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July 12, 2012

Posted on July 12, 2012 by jgarrott

Ephesians 4:1 As a prisoner for the Lord, then, I urge you to live a life worthy of the calling you have received. Everyone is called to be a child of God. Some people respond to that calling, and some … Continue reading →

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