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

April 17, 2013

Posted on April 20, 2013 by jgarrott

Romans 5:5 And hope does not disappoint us, because God has poured out His love into our hearts by the Holy Spirit, whom He has given us. People hope for all sorts of things, and sometimes they get them and … Continue reading →

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April 16, 2013

Posted on April 20, 2013 by jgarrott

Romans 4:18 Against all hope, Abraham in hope believed and so became the father of many nations, just as it had been said to him, “So shall your offspring be.” Sometimes the modern, “scientific” mind gets in the way of … Continue reading →

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April 15, 2013

Posted on April 16, 2013 by jgarrott

Romans 4:13 It was not through law that Abraham and his offspring received the promise that he would be heir of the world, but through the righteousness that comes by faith. Paul spent a lot of time on this point … Continue reading →

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April 14, 2013

Posted on April 16, 2013 by jgarrott

Romans 4:4-5 Now when a man works, his wages are not credited to him as a gift, but as an obligation. However, to the man who does not work but trusts God who justifies the wicked, his faith is credited … Continue reading →

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April 13, 2013

Posted on April 14, 2013 by jgarrott

Romans 3:23-24 for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and are justified freely by his grace through the redemption that came by Christ Jesus. I learned verse 23 very early on as a tool for … Continue reading →

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April 12, 2013

Posted on April 14, 2013 by jgarrott

Romans 3:9 What shall we conclude then? Are we any better? Not at all! There is a great temptation for those who have been “toeing the line” for a while to start thinking they are better than others. This verse … Continue reading →

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April 11, 2013

Posted on April 12, 2013 by jgarrott

Romans 3:3-4 What if some did not have faith? Will their lack of faith nullify God’s faithfulness? Not at all! Let God be true, and every man a liar. I find it interesting that where the NIV says “did not … Continue reading →

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April 10, 2013

Posted on April 12, 2013 by jgarrott

Romans 2:4 Or do you show contempt for the riches of his kindness, tolerance and patience, not realizing that God’s kindness leads you toward repentance? This is a very accurate description of what a lot of people in “Christian” nations … Continue reading →

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April 9, 2013

Posted on April 11, 2013 by jgarrott

Romans 1:11-12 I long to see you so that I may impart to you some spiritual gift to make you strong – that is, that you and I may be mutually encouraged by each other’s faith. I long thought that … Continue reading →

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April 8, 2013

Posted on April 9, 2013 by jgarrott

Acts 24:25 As Paul discoursed on righteousness, self-control, and the judgment to come, Felix was afraid and said, “That’s enough for now! When I find it convenient, I will send for you.” This is perfectly in line with yesterday’s sermon … Continue reading →

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