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

March 16, 2015

Posted on March 19, 2015 by jgarrott

Deuteronomy 13:17-18 None of those condemned things shall be found in your hands, so that the Lord will turn from his fierce anger; he will show you mercy, have compassion on you, and increase your numbers, as he promised on … Continue reading →

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March 15, 2015

Posted on March 19, 2015 by jgarrott

Deuteronomy 4:29 But if from there you seek the Lord your God, you will find him if you look for him with all your heart and with all your soul. When you think about it, this is an incredible promise. … Continue reading →

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March 14, 2015

Posted on March 16, 2015 by jgarrott

Exodus 33:13 “If you are pleased with me, teach me your ways so I may know you and continue to find favor with you. Remember that this nation is your people.” Here we have an illustration of why God was … Continue reading →

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March 13, 2015

Posted on March 16, 2015 by jgarrott

Genesis 19:16 When he hesitated, the men grasped his hand and the hands of his wife and of his two daughters and led them safely out of the city, for the Lord was merciful to them. The whole story of … Continue reading →

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March 12, 2015

Posted on March 16, 2015 by jgarrott

1 Peter 5:2-3 Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care, serving as overseers—not because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be; not greedy for money, but eager to serve; not lording … Continue reading →

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March 11, 2015

Posted on March 14, 2015 by jgarrott

1 Peter 3:15-16 But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and … Continue reading →

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March 10, 2015

Posted on March 13, 2015 by jgarrott

1 Peter 2:17 Show proper respect to everyone: Love the brotherhood of believers, fear God, honor the king. Verses 13-17 seem very appropriate in the US right now. Authority is being misappropriated and misused by some, and that is causing … Continue reading →

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March 9, 2015

Posted on March 13, 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 →

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March 8, 2015

Posted on March 9, 2015 by jgarrott

James 4:4 You adulterous people, don’t you know that friendship with the world is hatred towards God? Anyone who chooses to be a friend of the world becomes an enemy of God. This is a very powerful, important verse that … Continue reading →

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March 7, 2015

Posted on March 9, 2015 by jgarrott

James 3:17 But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. This seems to me like a pretty good yardstick for evaluating wisdom! Lots … Continue reading →

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