Author Archives: jgarrott

Unknown's avatar

About jgarrott

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

October 20, 2015

Posted on October 22, 2015 by jgarrott

1 Peter 3:13-15 Who is going to harm you if you are eager to do good? But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. “Do not fear what they fear; do not be frightened.” But … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

October 19, 2015

Posted on October 20, 2015 by jgarrott

1 Peter 3:3-4 Your beauty should not come from outward adornment, such as braided hair and the wearing of gold jewelry and fine clothes. Instead, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

October 18, 2015

Posted on October 19, 2015 by jgarrott

1 Peter 1:14-16 As obedient children, do not conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. But just as he who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

October 17, 2015

Posted on October 19, 2015 by jgarrott

1 Peter 1:1-2 Peter, an apostle of Jesus Christ, To God’s elect, strangers in the world, scattered throughout Pontus, Galatia, Cappadocia, Asia and Bithynia, who have been chosen according to the foreknowledge of God the Father, through the sanctifying work … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

October 16, 2015

Posted on October 19, 2015 by jgarrott

Hebrews 11:13 All these people were still living by faith when they died. They did not receive the things promised; they only saw them and welcomed them from a distance. And they admitted that they were aliens and strangers on … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

October 15, 2015

Posted on October 16, 2015 by jgarrott

Hebrews 10:23-25 Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful. And let us consider how we may spur one another on towards love and good deeds. Let us not give up meeting together, … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

October 14, 2015

Posted on October 16, 2015 by jgarrott

Hebrews 7:24-25 Because Jesus lives for ever, he has a permanent priesthood. Therefore he is able to save completely those who come to God through him, because he always lives to intercede for them. All this discussion of priestly orders … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

October 13, 2015

Posted on October 14, 2015 by jgarrott

Hebrews 6:19-20 We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain, where Jesus, who went before us, has entered on our behalf. He has become a high priest … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

October 12, 2015

Posted on October 14, 2015 by jgarrott

Hebrews 6:11-12 We want each of you to show this same diligence to the very end, in order to make your hope sure. We do not want you to become lazy, but to imitate those who through faith and patience … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , | Leave a comment

October 11, 2015

Posted on October 14, 2015 by jgarrott

Hebrews 3:6 But Christ is faithful as a son over God’s house. And we are his house, if we hold on to our courage and the hope of which we boast. This is a somewhat difficult passage, because it doesn’t … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian, Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment