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About jgarrott

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

Victory; March 17, 2018

Posted on March 18, 2018 by jgarrott

Daniel 7:18 “‘But the saints of the Most High will receive the kingdom and will possess it for ever—yes, for ever and ever.’” Daniel was shown a lot in various visions. It troubled him, and he had a lot of … Continue reading →

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Unconditional Devotion; March 16, 2018

Posted on March 18, 2018 by jgarrott

Daniel 6:10 Now when Daniel learned that the decree had been published, he went home to his upstairs room where the windows opened towards Jerusalem. Three times a day he got down on his knees and prayed, giving thanks to … Continue reading →

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Pride and Gifting; March 15, 2018

Posted on March 17, 2018 by jgarrott

Daniel 4:37 “Now I, Nebuchadnezzar, praise and exalt and glorify the King of heaven, because everything he does is right and all his ways are just. And those who walk in pride he is able to humble.” This whole passage … Continue reading →

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Wisdom; March 14, 2018

Posted on March 17, 2018 by jgarrott

Daniel 2:30 “As for me, this mystery has been revealed to me, not because I have greater wisdom than other living men, but so that you, O king, may know the interpretation and that you may understand what went through … Continue reading →

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God’s Plans; March 13, 2018

Posted on March 14, 2018 by jgarrott

Daniel 2:11, 19 “What the king asks is too difficult. No one can reveal it to the king except the gods, and they do not live among men.” During the night the mystery was revealed to Daniel in a vision. … Continue reading →

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Abilities; March 12, 2018

Posted on March 14, 2018 by jgarrott

Daniel 1:17 To these four young men God gave knowledge and understanding of all kinds of literature and learning. And Daniel could understand visions and dreams of all kinds. The biggest point of this verse to me is that abilities … Continue reading →

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Influence; March 11, 2018

Posted on March 13, 2018 by jgarrott

Ezekiel 47:8 He said to me, “This water flows towards the eastern region and goes down into the Arabah, where it enters the Sea. When it empties into the Sea, the water there becomes fresh.” This whole vision of the … Continue reading →

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Seeking God; March 10, 2018

Posted on March 12, 2018 by jgarrott

Ezekiel 39:29 “I will no longer hide my face from them, for I will pour out my Spirit on the house of Israel, declares the Sovereign Lord.” Only those who are seeking God know what a wonderful promise this is. … Continue reading →

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The Nation of Israel; March 9, 2018

Posted on March 12, 2018 by jgarrott

Ezekiel 37:28 “Then the nations will know that I the Lord make Israel holy, when my sanctuary is among them for ever.” It is very interesting to see the different responses to the existence of the nation of Israel today. … Continue reading →

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Unquestioning Obedience; March 8, 2018

Posted on March 10, 2018 by jgarrott

Ezekiel 37:3-4 He asked me, “Son of man, can these bones live?” I said, “O Sovereign Lord, you alone know.” Then he said to me, “Prophesy to these bones and say to them, ‘Dry bones, hear the word of the … Continue reading →

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