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

December 18, 2014

Posted on December 20, 2014 by jgarrott

Luke 1:37-38 “For nothing is impossible with God.” “I am the Lord’s servant,” Mary answered. “May it be to me as you have said.” Then the angel left her. Whatever else you say about it, the Christmas story is a … Continue reading →

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December 17, 2014

Posted on December 20, 2014 by jgarrott

Luke 1:18 Zechariah asked the angel, “How can I be sure of this? I am an old man and my wife is well on in years.” It never struck me before, but Zechariah and Elizabeth had to be under 50, … Continue reading →

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December 16, 2014

Posted on December 17, 2014 by jgarrott

Isaiah 9:7 The zeal of the Lord Almighty will accomplish this. This has always been an interesting phrase to me. It’s translated pretty consistently, with the variations being between “LORD Almighty” and the more literal “LORD of Hosts,” but they … Continue reading →

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December 15, 2014

Posted on December 17, 2014 by jgarrott

Isaiah 7:2 Now the house of David was told, “Aram has allied itself with Ephraim”; so the hearts of Ahaz and his people were shaken, as the trees of the forest are shaken by the wind. I don’t know that … Continue reading →

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December 14, 2014

Posted on December 17, 2014 by jgarrott

Isaiah 53:6 We all, like sheep, have gone astray, each of us has turned to his own way; and the Lord has laid on him the iniquity of us all. This is perhaps the first verse I can remember having … Continue reading →

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December 13, 2014

Posted on December 14, 2014 by jgarrott

Isaiah 49:6 He says: “It is too small a thing for you to be my servant to restore the tribes of Jacob and bring back those of Israel I have kept. I will also make you a light for the … Continue reading →

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December 12, 2014

Posted on December 14, 2014 by jgarrott

Isaiah 42:4 “He will not falter or be discouraged till he establishes justice on earth. In his law the islands will put their hope.” This verse has always been a great comfort and encouragement to me as I have lived … Continue reading →

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December 11, 2014

Posted on December 12, 2014 by jgarrott

Isaiah 11:10 In that day the Root of Jesse will stand as a banner for the peoples; the nations will rally to him, and his place of rest will be glorious. This is a very interesting verse. In the first … Continue reading →

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December 10, 2014

Posted on December 12, 2014 by jgarrott

Psalm 68:19-20 Praise be to the Lord, to God our Savior, who daily bears our burdens. Our God is a God who saves; from the Sovereign Lord comes escape from death. There are many verses in Psalm 68 that speak … Continue reading →

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December 9, 2014

Posted on December 12, 2014 by jgarrott

Psalm 65:4 Blessed are those you choose and bring near to live in your courts! We are filled with the good things of your house, of your holy temple. This verse opens up the entire issue of election and free … Continue reading →

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