Monthly Archives: August 2018

The Power of the Holy Spirit; August 8, 2018

Posted on August 10, 2018 by jgarrott

Acts 1:4-5 On one occasion, while he was eating with them, he gave them this command: “Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised, which you have heard me speak about. For John baptized with water, … Continue reading →

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God Cares; August 7, 2018

Posted on August 10, 2018 by jgarrott

John 21:12-13 Jesus said to them, “Come and have breakfast.” None of the disciples dared ask him, “Who are you?” They knew it was the Lord. Jesus came, took the bread and gave it to them, and did the same … Continue reading →

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Commission; August 6, 2018

Posted on August 8, 2018 by jgarrott

John 20:21-22 Again Jesus said, “Peace be with you! As the Father has sent me, I am sending you.” And with that he breathed on them and said, “Receive the Holy Spirit.” After giving the ultimate proof of His divinity … Continue reading →

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The Cross; August 5, 2018

Posted on August 8, 2018 by jgarrott

John 19:30 When he had received the drink, Jesus said, “It is finished.” With that, he bowed his head and gave up his spirit. The different Gospel writers each brought out different details of Jesus’ crucifixion, thus reinforcing the authenticity … Continue reading →

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Accountability; August 4, 2018

Posted on August 7, 2018 by jgarrott

John 19:11 Jesus answered, “You would have no power over me if it were not given to you from above. Therefore the one who handed me over to you is guilty of a greater sin.” God’s provision sometimes involves some … Continue reading →

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Prayer; August 3, 2018

Posted on August 7, 2018 by jgarrott

John 17:13 “I am coming to you now, but I say these things while I am still in the world, so that they may have the full measure of my joy within them.” Prayer is very interesting. Jesus was very … Continue reading →

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Glory; August 2, 2018

Posted on August 3, 2018 by jgarrott

John 17:4 “I have brought you glory on earth by completing the work you gave me to do.” Even Jesus was concerned with giving the Father glory. Just before this, in 15:8, He said that our bearing much fruit as … Continue reading →

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Troubles; August 1, 2018

Posted on August 3, 2018 by jgarrott

John 16:33 “I have told you these things, so that in me you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble. But take heart! I have overcome the world.” I probably quote this verse more than any other, … Continue reading →

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Asking and Receiving; July 31, 2018

Posted on August 2, 2018 by jgarrott

John 16:23-24 “In that day you will no longer ask me anything. I tell you the truth, my Father will give you whatever you ask in my name. Until now you have not asked for anything in my name. Ask … Continue reading →

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Truth; July 30, 2018

Posted on August 1, 2018 by jgarrott

John 16:12-13 “I have much more to say to you, more than you can now bear. But when he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will guide you into all truth. He will not speak on his own; he will … Continue reading →

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