Monthly Archives: November 2012

November 7, 2012

Posted on November 8, 2012 by jgarrott

Psalm 119:45 I will walk about in freedom, for I have sought out your precepts. Many people, and sadly, even many Christians, think that following God is all about restrictions: don’t do, don’t taste, don’t touch. The Bible indeed has … Continue reading →

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November 6, 2012

Posted on November 8, 2012 by jgarrott

PS 119:9, 11 How can a young man keep his way pure? By living according to your word. I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you. First analysis of Psalm 119 might make … Continue reading →

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November 5, 2012

Posted on November 8, 2012 by jgarrott

Psalm 118:22-23 The stone the builders rejected has become the capstone; the LORD has done this, and it is marvelous in our eyes. This is among the Scriptures that Jesus quoted directly about Him-self, (Matthew 21:42) and as such it … Continue reading →

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November 4, 2012

Posted on November 4, 2012 by jgarrott

Psalm 116:10 I believed; [even when] I said, “I am greatly afflicted.” In the NIV this translation is given only as a footnote, but this is how the Japanese renders it, and this way it says something very important. Some … Continue reading →

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November 3, 2012

Posted on November 4, 2012 by jgarrott

Psalm 112:1 Praise the LORD. Blessed is the man who fears the LORD, who finds great delight in his commands. Many of the Psalms speak of “fearing the Lord,” and here we have a specific example of what that means. … Continue reading →

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November 2, 2012

Posted on November 4, 2012 by jgarrott

Psalm 111:10 The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow his precepts have good understanding. To him belongs eternal praise. This verse explains why there is so much totally absurd, even insane stuff in the … Continue reading →

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November 1, 2012

Posted on November 4, 2012 by jgarrott

Psalm 103:2 Praise the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits– I like the way the Japanese expresses this verse: “Don’t forget a single one of the good things the Lord has done for us.” David shows … Continue reading →

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October 31, 2012

Posted on November 1, 2012 by jgarrott

Psalm 97:11-12 Light is shed upon the righteous and joy on the upright in heart. Rejoice in the LORD, you who are righteous, and praise his holy name. Because of the differences between the Japanese and the English here, I … Continue reading →

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