Monthly Archives: September 2018

Suffering; September 8, 2018

Posted on September 9, 2018 by jgarrott

Romans 5:2-5 And we rejoice in the hope of the glory of God. Not only so, but we also rejoice in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not disappoint … Continue reading →

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Hope and Faith; September 7, 2018

Posted on September 9, 2018 by jgarrott

Romans 4:18 Against all hope, Abraham in hope believed and so became the father of many nations, just as it had been said to him, “So shall your offspring be.” I don’t know how clear this is in Greek, but … Continue reading →

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Eternal Life; September 6, 2018

Posted on September 8, 2018 by jgarrott

Romans 3:22-24 There is no difference, for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus. This is the perfect mirror to what … Continue reading →

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Favoritism; September 5, 2018

Posted on September 7, 2018 by jgarrott

Romans 2:6, 11 God “will give to each person according to what he has done”. For God does not show favoritism. 20 centuries after this was written, I think most Gentiles have trouble grasping the emotional context of what is … Continue reading →

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The State of America; September 4, 2018

Posted on September 7, 2018 by jgarrott

Romans 1:28 Furthermore, since they did not think it worth while to retain the knowledge of God, he gave them over to a depraved mind, to do what ought not to be done. This whole section seems like such a … Continue reading →

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Leadership; September 3, 2018

Posted on September 5, 2018 by jgarrott

Acts 27:35-36 After he said this, he took some bread and gave thanks to God in front of them all. Then he broke it and began to eat. They were all encouraged and ate some food themselves. Often leadership requires … Continue reading →

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Asking for People; September 2, 2018

Posted on September 4, 2018 by jgarrott

Acts 27:23-24 “Last night an angel of the God whose I am and whom I serve stood beside me and said, ‘Do not be afraid, Paul. You must stand trial before Caesar; and God has graciously given you the lives … Continue reading →

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Response to the Gospel; September 1, 2018

Posted on September 4, 2018 by jgarrott

Acts 24:25 As Paul discoursed on righteousness, self-control and the judgment to come, Felix was afraid and said, “That’s enough for now! You may leave. When I find it convenient, I will send for you.” It says in verse 22 … Continue reading →

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Pastoral Ministry; August 31, 2018

Posted on September 2, 2018 by jgarrott

Acts 20:20-21 “You know that I have not hesitated to preach anything that would be helpful to you but have taught you publicly and from house to house. I have declared to both Jews and Greeks that they must turn … Continue reading →

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Time; August 30, 2018

Posted on September 1, 2018 by jgarrott

Acts 19:10 This went on for two years, so that all the Jews and Greeks who lived in the province of Asia heard the word of the Lord. I find this verse particularly interesting in light of Acts 16:6, where … Continue reading →

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