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About jgarrott

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

Depending on God; August 17, 2017

Posted on August 20, 2017 by jgarrott

2 Chronicles 14:11 Then Asa called to the Lord his God and said, “Lord, there is no-one like you to help the powerless against the mighty. Help us, O Lord our God, for we rely on you, and in your … Continue reading →

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Unchanging God; August 16, 2017

Posted on August 20, 2017 by jgarrott

2 Chronicles 13:18 The men of Judah were victorious because they relied on the Lord, the God of their fathers. Sometimes it feels like the Old Testament is nothing but a record of man’s mistakes, but every once and a … Continue reading →

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Repentance; August 15, 2017

Posted on August 19, 2017 by jgarrott

2 Chronicles 12:12 Because Rehoboam humbled himself, the Lord’s anger turned from him, and he was not totally destroyed. Indeed, there was some good in Judah. The Bible is certainly a story of multiple chances. It makes it clear that … Continue reading →

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National Salvation; August 14, 2017

Posted on August 19, 2017 by jgarrott

2 Chronicles 7:14 “If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then will I hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and will … Continue reading →

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Stewardship; August 13, 2017

Posted on August 18, 2017 by jgarrott

2 Chronicles 1:7 That night God appeared to Solomon and said to him, “Ask for whatever you want me to give you.” There are moments, I think in every person’s life, at which we have to decide what we want. … Continue reading →

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Giving to God; August 12, 2017

Posted on August 18, 2017 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.” The truth … Continue reading →

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The Joy of Giving; August 11, 2017

Posted on August 15, 2017 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. The fact of the matter is, there is joy in giving. … Continue reading →

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God Cares!; August 10, 2017

Posted on August 15, 2017 by jgarrott

1 Chronicles 28:19 “All this,” David said, “I have in writing from the hand of the Lord upon me, and he gave me understanding in all the details of the plan.” When we look at everything listed in verses 12-18, … Continue reading →

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Solomon’s Pride; August 9, 2017

Posted on August 14, 2017 by jgarrott

1 Chronicles 28:9 “And you, my son Solomon, acknowledge the God of your father, and serve him with wholehearted devotion and with a willing mind, for the Lord searches every heart and understands every motive behind the thoughts. If you … Continue reading →

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Music/Worship/Prophecy; August 8, 2017

Posted on August 14, 2017 by jgarrott

1 Chronicles 25:1 David, together with the commanders of the army, set apart some of the sons of Asaph, Heman and Jeduthun for the ministry of prophesying, accompanied by harps, lyres and cymbals. One word in this verse blows me … Continue reading →

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