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About jgarrott

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

Wise Men; December 26, 2020

Posted on December 30, 2020 by jgarrott

Matthew 2:1-2 After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem and asked, “Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his … Continue reading →

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Responding to God; December 25, 2020

Posted on December 30, 2020 by jgarrott

Luke 2:20 The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things they had heard and seen, which were just as they had been told. This has been one of my favorite verses in the Christmas story for quite … Continue reading →

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Joseph; December 24, 2020

Posted on December 29, 2020 by jgarrott

Matthew 1:24-25 When Joseph woke up, he did what the angel of the Lord had commanded him and took Mary home as his wife. But he had no union with her until she gave birth to a son. And he … Continue reading →

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The Fear of the Lord; December 23, 2020

Posted on December 29, 2020 by jgarrott

Hebrews 10:30-31 For we know him who said, “It is mine to avenge; I will repay,” and again, “The Lord will judge his people.” It is a dreadful thing to fall into the hands of the living God. It is … Continue reading →

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The Word of God; December 22, 2020

Posted on December 26, 2020 by jgarrott

Hebrews 4:12 For the word of God is living and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. Every bit of today’s … Continue reading →

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The Humanity of Jesus; December 21, 2020

Posted on December 26, 2020 by jgarrott

Hebrews 2:17-18 For this reason he had to be made like his brothers in every way, in order that he might become a merciful and faithful high priest in service to God, and that he might make atonement for the … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Growth; December 20, 2020

Posted on December 25, 2020 by jgarrott

Philemon 1:6 I pray that you may be active in sharing your faith, so that you will have a full understanding of every good thing we have in Christ. Every time I read Philemon I seem to gravitate to this … Continue reading →

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The Necessity of the Incarnation; December 19, 2020

Posted on December 21, 2020 by jgarrott

Titus 3:3 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. This is a pretty bleak picture of mankind, … Continue reading →

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The Operation of God’s Grace; December 18. 2020

Posted on December 20, 2020 by jgarrott

 Titus 2:11-14 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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Apostles; December 17, 2020

Posted on December 20, 2020 by jgarrott

Titus 1:1 Paul, a servant of God and an apostle of Jesus Christ for the faith of God’s elect and the knowledge of the truth that leads to godliness. Paul was very aware of his apostleship, but we tend to … Continue reading →

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