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

June 2, 2015

Posted on June 3, 2015 by jgarrott

Luke 18:43 Immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus, praising God. When all the people saw it, they also praised God. We’ve had this story, or a very similar one, three times now. What stands out to me in … Continue reading →

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June 1, 2015

Posted on June 3, 2015 by jgarrott

Luke 15:17 “When he came to his senses, he said, ‘How many of my father’s hired men have food to spare, and here I am starving to death!’” Rebellion against God is indeed a form of insanity. When we turn … Continue reading →

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May 31, 2015

Posted on June 1, 2015 by jgarrott

Luke 18:14 “I tell you that this man, rather than the other, went home justified before God. For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and he who humbles himself will be exalted.” A proverbial Japanese expression comes to mind … Continue reading →

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May 30, 2015

Posted on June 1, 2015 by jgarrott

Luke 10:29 But he wanted to justify himself, so he asked Jesus, “And who is my neighbor?” This teacher of the Law sounds like most of us! We are all very interested in justifying ourselves, not wanting to admit just … Continue reading →

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May 29, 2015

Posted on May 30, 2015 by jgarrott

Luke 6:27-28 “But I tell you who hear me: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who ill-treat you.” This is a very famous teaching of Jesus, echoing the … Continue reading →

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May 28, 2015

Posted on May 30, 2015 by jgarrott

Luke 1:67 His father Zechariah was filled with the Holy Spirit and prophesied: Throughout the Bible, when it says someone was “filled with the Holy Spirit,” the most common activity connected with that is prophecy, even for people who were … Continue reading →

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May 27, 2015

Posted on May 28, 2015 by jgarrott

Luke 1:58 Her neighbors and relatives heard that the Lord had shown her great mercy, and they shared her joy. It’s interesting how many times mercy is mentioned in this unfolding of God’s plan of salvation. That a previously barren … Continue reading →

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May 26, 2015

Posted on May 27, 2015 by jgarrott

Luke 1:51 He has performed mighty deeds with his arm; he has scattered those who are proud in their inmost thoughts. Time and again the Bible reminds us that God knows what’s really going on inside our minds and hearts. … Continue reading →

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May 25, 2015

Posted on May 27, 2015 by jgarrott

Mark 10:52 “Go,” said Jesus, “your faith has healed you.” Immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus along the road. There is a difference between the Japanese and the NIV that jumps out at me. Where the NIV says … Continue reading →

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May 24, 2015

Posted on May 25, 2015 by jgarrott

Mark 5:19 Jesus did not let him, but said, “Go home to your family and tell them how much the Lord has done for you, and how he has had mercy on you.” This is the first time that I’m … Continue reading →

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