Monthly Archives: July 2022

Holiness; July 7, 2022

Posted on July 9, 2022 by jgarrott

1 Peter 1:13 Therefore, prepare your minds for action; be self-controlled; set your hope fully on the grace to be given you when Jesus Christ is revealed. 1 Peter is so packed with important truth! I could probably preach for … Continue reading →

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Living Hope; July 6, 2022

Posted on July 8, 2022 by jgarrott

1 Peter 1:3-4 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, and into … Continue reading →

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Creation; July 5, 2022

Posted on July 8, 2022 by jgarrott

Hebrews 11:3 By faith we understand that the universe was formed at God’s command, so that what is seen was not made out of what was visible. This is a verse that some astrophysicists choke on, and some say, “Of … Continue reading →

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Evangelism; July 4, 2022

Posted on July 7, 2022 by jgarrott

Hebrews 10:23 Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful. Reading this chapter I’m always tempted to dwell on verse 31, because that, in the mouth of Jonathan Edwards, was used to spark … Continue reading →

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Jesus’ Intercession; July 3, 2022

Posted on July 6, 2022 by jgarrott

Hebrews 7:24-25 Because Jesus lives forever, he has a permanent priesthood. Therefore he is able to save completely those who come to God through him, because he always lives to intercede for them. Hebrews presents the legal basis for our … Continue reading →

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A Firm Hope; July 2, 2022

Posted on July 6, 2022 by jgarrott

Hebrews 6:19 We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain. There are two distinct metaphors in this verse, and many people don’t have a reference for either … Continue reading →

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Focus on Jesus; July 1, 2022

Posted on July 4, 2022 by jgarrott

Hebrews 3:1 Therefore, holy brothers, who share in the heavenly calling, fix your thoughts on Jesus, the apostle and high priest whom we confess. The writer of Hebrews was certainly Christ-centered. 12:2 is the more famous verse to say what … Continue reading →

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Paul’s Ministry; June 30, 2022

Posted on July 3, 2022 by jgarrott

Titus 3:3-7 At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. But when the kindness and love of God … Continue reading →

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God’s Grace; June 29, 2022

Posted on July 3, 2022 by jgarrott

Titus 2:11-13 For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men. It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, while we … Continue reading →

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Standards of Morality; June 28, 2022

Posted on July 2, 2022 by jgarrott

Titus 1:15 To the pure, all things are pure, but to those who are corrupted and do not believe, nothing is pure. In fact, both their minds and consciences are corrupted. Well, Paul, why don’t you tell us what you … Continue reading →

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