Monthly Archives: September 2020

The Fear of the Lord; September 23, 2020

Posted on September 23, 2020 by jgarrott

Job 33:29-30 “God does all these things to a man– twice, even three times– to turn back his soul from the pit, that the light of life may shine on him.” Elihu is a very interesting character in Job, because … Continue reading →

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Trusting God; September 22, 2020

Posted on September 23, 2020 by jgarrott

Ezra 8:22 I was ashamed to ask the king for soldiers and horsemen to protect us from enemies on the road, because we had told the king, “The gracious hand of our God is on everyone who looks to him, … Continue reading →

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Stewardship of Abilities; September 21, 2020

Posted on September 23, 2020 by jgarrott

Ezra 7:10 For Ezra had devoted himself to the study and observance of the Law of the Lord, and to teaching its decrees and laws in Israel. God gives gifts and abilities, and all power ultimately comes from Him, but … Continue reading →

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Evangelism; September 20, 2020

Posted on September 22, 2020 by jgarrott

2 Chronicles 30:9 “If you return to the Lord, then your brothers and your children will be shown compassion by their captors and will come back to this land, for the Lord your God is gracious and compassionate. He will … Continue reading →

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A Prophet; September 19. 2020

Posted on September 21, 2020 by jgarrott

2 Kings 13:14 Now Elisha was suffering from the illness from which he died. Jehoash king of Israel went down to see him and wept over him. “My father! My father!” he cried. “The chariots and horsemen of Israel!” Two … Continue reading →

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Grief; September 18, 2020

Posted on September 21, 2020 by jgarrott

2 Samuel 12:22-23 He answered, “While the child was still alive, I fasted and wept. I thought, ‘Who knows? The Lord may be gracious to me and let the child live.’ But now that he is dead, why should I … Continue reading →

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Regulations; September 17, 2020

Posted on September 19, 2020 by jgarrott

Numbers 6:27 “So they will put my name on the Israelites, and I will bless them.” In reading the English I was struck by the expression, “put My name on,” but then when I read the Japanese, I discovered that … Continue reading →

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The Description of God; September 16, 2020

Posted on September 18, 2020 by jgarrott

Exodus 34:6-7 And he passed in front of Moses, proclaiming, “The Lord, the Lord, the compassionate and gracious God, slow to anger, abounding in love and faithfulness, maintaining love to thousands, and forgiving wickedness, rebellion and sin. Yet he does … Continue reading →

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God’s Ways; September 15, 2020

Posted on September 18, 2020 by jgarrott

Exodus 33:13 “If you are pleased with me, teach me your ways so I may know you and continue to find favor with you. Remember that this nation is your people.” Here we have the heart of a leader pleasing … Continue reading →

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Giving; September 14, 2020

Posted on September 16, 2020 by jgarrott

Genesis 33:11 “Please accept the present that was brought to you, for God has been gracious to me and I have all I need.” And because Jacob insisted, Esau accepted it. This story tells us all sorts of things about … Continue reading →

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