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About jgarrott

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

Completion; April 16, 2022

Posted on April 20, 2022 by jgarrott

John 19:30 When he had received the drink, Jesus said, “It is finished.” With that, he bowed his head and gave up his spirit. We can imagine the incredible degree of relief Jesus must have felt in making this statement. … Continue reading →

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Forgiveness; April 15, 2022

Posted on April 20, 2022 by jgarrott

Luke 23:34 Jesus said, “Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing.” Of all the things Jesus said from the point He was arrested until His death, this is perhaps the most earthshaking. There is a … Continue reading →

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Truth; April 14, 2022

Posted on April 18, 2022 by jgarrott

John 18:37-38 “Everyone on the side of truth listens to me.” “What is truth?” Pilate asked. Pilate was very much a man of the 21st Century, despite having lived so long ago. In recent decades the devil has been remarkably … Continue reading →

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Repentance; April 13, 2022

Posted on April 18, 2022 by jgarrott

Luke 22:61-63 The Lord turned and looked straight at Peter. Then Peter remembered the word the Lord had spoken to him: “Before the rooster crows today, you will disown me three times.” And he went outside and wept bitterly. This … Continue reading →

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Exercising Authority; April 12, 2022

Posted on April 17, 2022 by jgarrott

Luke 22:25-26 Jesus said to them, “The kings of the Gentiles lord it over them; and those who exercise authority over them call themselves Benefactors. But you are not to be like that. Instead, the greatest among you should be … Continue reading →

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Applying Truth; April 11, 2022

Posted on April 17, 2022 by jgarrott

John 13:17 “Now that you know these things, you will be blessed if you do them.” Every time we hit this verse in our readings I feel compelled to write on it, because it is so vitally important. This is … Continue reading →

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Praise; April 10, 2022

Posted on April 15, 2022 by jgarrott

Matthew 21:16 “Do you hear what these children are saying?” they asked him. “Yes,” replied Jesus, “have you never read,“‘From the lips of children and infants you have ordained praise’ ?” This is a verse that was used extensively in … Continue reading →

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Priorities; April 9, 2022

Posted on April 14, 2022 by jgarrott

Proverbs 24:27 Finish your outdoor work and get your fields ready; after that, build your house. Priorities are an issue for everyone. Everyone has things they need to do, things they want to do, and things they have to do. … Continue reading →

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Focus; April 8, 2022

Posted on April 14, 2022 by jgarrott

Proverbs 23:17-18 Do not let your heart envy sinners, but always be zealous for the fear of the Lord. There is surely a future hope for you, and your hope will not be cut off. Once again there is a … Continue reading →

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Parenting; April 7, 2022

Posted on April 13, 2022 by jgarrott

Proverbs 19:18 Discipline your son, for in that there is hope; do not be a willing party to his death. This verse really brings out the difficulties of Bible translation! The Japanese renders it as, “Discipline your child while there … Continue reading →

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