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About jgarrott

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

October 27, 2013

Posted on November 2, 2013 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 16:20-21 Do people make their own gods? Yes, but they are not gods!” “Therefore I will teach them— this time I will teach them my power and might. Then they will know that my name is the Lord.” Reading … Continue reading →

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October 26, 2013

Posted on November 1, 2013 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 15:19 Therefore this is what the Lord says: “If you repent, I will restore you that you may serve me; if you utter worthy, not worthless, words, you will be my spokesman. Let this people turn to you, but … Continue reading →

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October 25, 2013

Posted on November 1, 2013 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 10:5 “Like a scarecrow in a cucumber field, 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.” In my memory I … Continue reading →

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October 24, 2013

Posted on November 1, 2013 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 3:15 “Then I will give you shepherds after my own heart, who will lead you with knowledge and understanding.” There could hardly be a more challenging, or more encouraging, verse than this for a pastor today. We tend to … Continue reading →

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October 23, 2013

Posted on November 1, 2013 by jgarrott

Isaiah 63:9 In all their distress he too was distressed, and the angel of his presence saved them. In his love and mercy he redeemed them; he lifted them up and carried them all the days of old. The line … Continue reading →

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October 22, 2013

Posted on November 1, 2013 by jgarrott

Isaiah 59:21 “As for me, this is my covenant with them,” says the Lord. “My Spirit, who is on you, will not depart from you, and my words that I have put in your mouth will always be on your … Continue reading →

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October 21, 2013

Posted on November 1, 2013 by jgarrott

Isaiah 56:7 “My house will be called a house of prayer for all nations.” This whole passage, verses 1-8, is a strong expression of the inclusiveness of God’s grace. This particular line is especially famous because Jesus Himself quoted it … Continue reading →

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October 20, 2013

Posted on October 20, 2013 by jgarrott

Isaiah 54:17 No weapon forged against you will prevail, and you will refute every tongue that accuses you. This is the heritage of the servants of the Lord, and this is their vindication from me,” declares the Lord. This is … Continue reading →

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October 19, 2013

Posted on October 20, 2013 by jgarrott

Isaiah 52:7 How beautiful on the mountains are the feet of those who bring good news, who proclaim peace, who bring good tidings, who proclaim salvation, who say to Zion, “Your God reigns!” This well-loved Scripture has been set to … Continue reading →

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October 18, 2013

Posted on October 19, 2013 by jgarrott

Isaiah 51:7-8 “Hear me, you who know what is right, you people who have my law in your hearts: Do not fear the reproach of men or be terrified by their insults. For the moth will eat them up like … Continue reading →

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