Monthly Archives: February 2026

Parenting; February 7, 2026

Posted on February 8, 2026 by jgarrott

Proverbs 13:24 Whoever spares the rod hates their children,    but the one who loves their children is careful to discipline them. This verse is currently considered politically incorrect, but its wisdom is evident all around us. Just yesterday I watched a video of … Continue reading →

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God’s Wisdom; February 6, 2026

Posted on February 7, 2026 by jgarrott

Proverbs 9:10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom,    and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. It feels strange to write on this when I preached on it last Sunday, but it is a vitally important verse. For that matter, … Continue reading →

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True Wisdom; February 5, 2026

Posted on February 6, 2026 by jgarrott

Proverbs 3:7-8 Do not be wise in your own eyes;    fear the Lord and shun evil.This will bring health to your body    and nourishment to your bones. Even this chapter alone would earn Proverbs a rightful place in Wisdom Literature! I quote verse 5-6 … Continue reading →

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Mortality; February 4, 2026

Posted on February 5, 2026 by jgarrott

Psalm 144:3-4 Lord, what are human beings that you care for them,    mere mortals that you think of them?They are like a breath;    their days are like a fleeting shadow. This thought is expressed in various places throughout the Bible, and it is … Continue reading →

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Being Led by God; February 3, 2026

Posted on February 4, 2026 by jgarrott

Psalm 143:10 Teach me to do your will,    for you are my God;may your good Spirit    lead me on level ground. One of David’s best points was that he was constantly asking God to teach and guide him. We are prone to shift into … Continue reading →

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Morning Devotions; February 2, 2026

Posted on February 3, 2026 by jgarrott

Psalm 119:147 I rise before dawn and cry for help;    I have put my hope in your word. There are many Bible passages, particularly in the Psalms, that speak of seeking God early in the morning. It’s a simple fact of human … Continue reading →

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Reading the Bible; February 1, 2026

Posted on February 2, 2026 by jgarrott

Psalm 119:130 The unfolding of your words gives light;    it gives understanding to the simple. Where English translations generally say “unfolding,” the Japanese here says, “the door opens.” Either way, it’s an image of discovery. However, I like the Japanese, because … Continue reading →

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Hearing God; January 31, 2026

Posted on February 1, 2026 by jgarrott

Psalm 119:125 I am your servant; give me discernment    that I may understand your statutes. Human beings being what they are, we need God’s help before we can even know what He’s saying to us. You can pour your heart out to … Continue reading →

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