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About jgarrott

Born and raised in Japan of missionary parents. Have been here as an adult missionary since 1981.

Relating to our Creator; July 22, 2022

Posted on July 28, 2022 by jgarrott

1 Chronicles 29:14 “But who am I, and who are my people, that we should be able to give as generously as this? Everything comes from you, and we have given you only what comes from your hand.” We have … Continue reading →

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The Joy of Giving; July 21, 2022

Posted on July 28, 2022 by jgarrott

1 Chronicles 29:9 The people rejoiced at the willing response of their leaders, for they had given freely and wholeheartedly to the Lord. David the king also rejoiced greatly. For a people who love God, it is a joyful thing … Continue reading →

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Worship Teams; July 20, 2022

Posted on July 24, 2022 by jgarrott

1 Chronicles 16:41 With them were Heman and Jeduthun and the rest of those chosen and designated by name to give thanks to the Lord, “for his love endures forever.” This last part of the chapter doesn’t specifically reference the … Continue reading →

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The Lordship of Jesus Christ; July 19, 2022

Posted on July 24, 2022 by jgarrott

1 Chronicles 16:31 Let the heavens rejoice, let the earth be glad; let them say among the nations, “The Lord reigns!” In reading this I lost track of how many musical arrangements have been created with these words. This is … Continue reading →

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The Name of the Lord; July 18, 2022

Posted on July 23, 2022 by jgarrott

1 Chronicles 16:10 Glory in his holy name; let the hearts of those who seek the Lord rejoice. One thing about the Biblical period, and particularly that of the Old Testament, that we don’t identify with is the matter of … Continue reading →

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Listening to God; July 17, 2022

Posted on July 23, 2022 by jgarrott

1 Chronicles 15:13 “It was because you, the Levites, did not bring it up the first time that the Lord our God broke out in anger against us. We did not inquire of him about how to do it in … Continue reading →

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Being Used by God; July 16, 2022

Posted on July 19, 2022 by jgarrott

1 Samuel 2:1 Then Hannah prayed and said:“My heart rejoices in the Lord; in the Lord my horn is lifted high. My mouth boasts over my enemies, for I delight in your deliverance. God works with imperfect people and imperfect … Continue reading →

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Happiness; July 15, 2022

Posted on July 19, 2022 by jgarrott

Deuteronomy 26:11 And you and the Levites and the aliens among you shall rejoice in all the good things the Lord your God has given to you and your household. It seems clear to me that “rejoice” here might be … Continue reading →

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Giving to God; July 14, 2022

Posted on July 18, 2022 by jgarrott

Deuteronomy 16:17 Each of you must bring a gift in proportion to the way the Lord your God has blessed you. This is an important principle that is also picked up in the New Testament. In fact, Jesus spoke to … Continue reading →

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Tithing; July 13, 2022

Posted on July 18, 2022 by jgarrott

Deuteronomy 14:23 Eat the tithe of your grain, new wine and oil, and the firstborn of your herds and flocks in the presence of the Lord your God at the place he will choose as a dwelling for his Name, … Continue reading →

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