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About jgarrott

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

January 25, 2016

Posted on January 27, 2016 by jgarrott

Ezekiel 34:31 “‘You my sheep, the sheep of my pasture, are people, and I am your God, declares the Sovereign Lord.’” This echoes Psalms 79:13, 95:7, and 100:3, with a minor difference that struck me just now. The references in … Continue reading →

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January 24, 2016

Posted on January 25, 2016 by jgarrott

Ezekiel 3:7 “But the house of Israel is not willing to listen to you because they are not willing to listen to me, for the whole house of Israel is hardened and obstinate.” Jesus echoed this to His disciples, though … Continue reading →

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January 23, 2016

Posted on January 25, 2016 by jgarrott

Ezekiel 2:7-8 “You must speak my words to them, whether they listen or fail to listen, for they are rebellious. But you, son of man, listen to what I say to you. Do not rebel like that rebellious house; open … Continue reading →

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January 22, 2016

Posted on January 23, 2016 by jgarrott

Lamentations 3:57-58 You came near when I called you, and you said, “Do not fear. O Lord, you took up my case; you redeemed my life. When Jeremiah was in the depths of grief and despair because of the destruction … Continue reading →

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January 21, 2016

Posted on January 23, 2016 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 51:46 Do not lose heart or be afraid when rumors are heard in the land; one rumor comes this year, another the next, rumors of violence in the land and of ruler against ruler. This time the NIV and … Continue reading →

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January 20, 2016

Posted on January 21, 2016 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 42:5-6 Then they said to Jeremiah, “May the Lord be a true and faithful witness against us if we do not act in accordance with everything the Lord your God sends you to tell us. Whether it is favorable … Continue reading →

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January 19, 2016

Posted on January 21, 2016 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 30:8-9 “‘In that day,’ declares the Lord Almighty, ‘I will break the yoke off their necks and will tear off their bonds; no longer will foreigners enslave them. Instead, they will serve the Lord their God and David their … Continue reading →

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January 18, 2016

Posted on January 19, 2016 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 17:14 Heal me, O Lord, and I shall be healed; save me and I shall be saved, for you are the one I praise. The section from verse 5 on is very rich “wisdom literature,” to the point that … Continue reading →

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January 17, 2016

Posted on January 19, 2016 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 10:5 “Like a scarecrow in a melon patch, their idols cannot speak; they must be carried because they cannot walk. Do not fear them; they can do no harm nor can they do any good.” The Japanese have a … Continue reading →

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January 16, 2016

Posted on January 17, 2016 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 1:7-8 But the Lord said to me, “Do not say, ‘I am only a child.’ You must go to everyone I send you to and say whatever I command you. Do not be afraid of them, for I am … Continue reading →

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