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

May 26, 2013

Posted on June 2, 2013 by jgarrott

James 1:21-22 Therefore, get rid of all moral filth and the evil that is so prevalent and humbly accept the word planted in you, which can save you. Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do … Continue reading →

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Apology

Posted on June 1, 2013 by jgarrott

I appreciate each one of my readers, and especially those who have chosen to follow me, so I owe you an explanation. The past week I have been in the hospital with shingles (herpes zoster), and have not had Internet … Continue reading →

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May 25, 2013

Posted on May 26, 2013 by jgarrott

Hebrews 12:9 Moreover, we have all had human fathers who disciplined us and we respected them for it. How much more should we submit to the Father of our spirits and live! This entire 12th chapter of Hebrews is vitally … Continue reading →

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May 24, 2013

Posted on May 26, 2013 by jgarrott

Hebrews 11:39-40 These were all commended for their faith, yet none of them received what had been promised. God had planned something better for us so that only together with us would they be made perfect. Here we are back … Continue reading →

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May 23, 2013

Posted on May 24, 2013 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 →

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May 22, 2013

Posted on May 24, 2013 by jgarrott

Hebrews 5:13-14 Anyone who lives on milk, being still an infant, is not acquainted with the teaching about righteousness. But solid food is for the mature, who by constant use have trained themselves to distinguish good from evil. Back in … Continue reading →

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May 21, 2013

Posted on May 22, 2013 by jgarrott

Hebrews 1:14 Are not all angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation? It has always been interesting to me how many people seem to be so taken with angels. I understand that they are impressive and … Continue reading →

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May 20, 2013

Posted on May 22, 2013 by jgarrott

Titus 3:3 At one time we too were foolish, disobedient, deceived and enslaved by all kinds of passions and pleasures. We lived in malice and envy, being hated and hating one another. Paul certainly knew how to give a pithy … Continue reading →

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May 19, 2013

Posted on May 22, 2013 by jgarrott

Titus 2:11-13 For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men. It teaches us to say “No” to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age, while we … Continue reading →

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May 18, 2013

Posted on May 22, 2013 by jgarrott

2 Timothy 4:2 Preach the Word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage – with great patience and careful instruction. This is yet another concise description of pastoral ministry. They are scattered through Paul’s letters, … Continue reading →

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