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About jgarrott

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

Focus; October 21, 2019

Posted on October 24, 2019 by jgarrott

Proverbs 17:22 A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones. This bit of wisdom has been confirmed by a number of studies over the years. Attitude has been shown again and again to be … Continue reading →

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Generations; October 20, 2019

Posted on October 23, 2019 by jgarrott

Proverbs 17:6 Children’s children are a crown to the aged, and parents are the pride of their children. For whatever reason, this verse jumped out at me yesterday when I just glanced at today’s reading. Having some myself, I can … Continue reading →

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The Fear of the Lord; October 19, 2019

Posted on October 21, 2019 by jgarrott

Proverbs 16:6 Through love and faithfulness sin is atoned for; through the fear of the Lord a man avoids evil. This fallen world is certainly steeped in sin of all sorts. However, God has an answer for that. Of course … Continue reading →

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The Benefits of Love; October 18, 2019

Posted on October 21, 2019 by jgarrott

Proverbs 15:17 Better a meal of vegetables where there is love than a fattened calf with hatred. I have experienced the first half of this and observed the 2nd half. Actually, I have experienced food just not tasting very good … Continue reading →

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Pleasing God; October 17, 2019

Posted on October 20, 2019 by jgarrott

Proverbs 15:8-9 The Lord detests the sacrifice of the wicked, but the prayer of the upright pleases him. The Lord detests the way of the wicked but he loves those who pursue righteousness. This is very simple, logical advice for … Continue reading →

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Mocking; October 16, 2019

Posted on October 19, 2019 by jgarrott

Proverbs 14:6 The mocker seeks wisdom and finds none, but knowledge comes easily to the discerning. Proverbs frequently mentions mockers and mocking, because it’s a common thing. Ridicule is widely used as a weapon, and some people seem to invite … Continue reading →

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Parenting; October 15, 2019

Posted on October 19, 2019 by jgarrott

Proverbs 13:24 He who spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him is careful to discipline him. This is certainly a forgotten verse in much of society today! The 20th Century had lots of psychologists who insisted … Continue reading →

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Correction; October 14, 2019

Posted on October 18, 2019 by jgarrott

Proverbs 12:1 Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but he who hates correction is stupid. This could hardly be plainer or more to the point. There is no telling how much potential has been wasted by people who have refused correction. … Continue reading →

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Honesty; October 13, 2019

Posted on October 18, 2019 by jgarrott

Proverbs 10:9 The man of integrity walks securely, but he who takes crooked paths will be found out. Several of the proverbs in this section spoke to me, but this one seems most fundamental. I realized a long time ago … Continue reading →

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Education; October 12, 2019

Posted on October 17, 2019 by jgarrott

Proverbs 9:10 The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. This very famous verse is even shorter in Japanese than in English, in terms of how much space it takes, … Continue reading →

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