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

April 2, 2013

Posted on April 3, 2013 by jgarrott

Luke 24:46-47 He told them, “This is what is written: The Christ will suffer and rise from the dead on the third day, and repentance and forgiveness of sins will be preached in His name to all nations, beginning at … Continue reading →

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April 1, 2013

Posted on April 3, 2013 by jgarrott

Luke 24:27 And beginning with Moses and all the Prophets, He explained to them what was said in all the Scriptures concerning Himself. How wonderful it would have been if Cleopas had been carrying a digital recorder! However, we really … Continue reading →

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March 31, 2013

Posted on April 3, 2013 by jgarrott

Luke 24:5-6 “Why do you look for the living among the dead? He is not here; He has risen!” This question by the angels is beautiful in its simplicity, impact, and I think, humor. It was totally appropriate for the … Continue reading →

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March 30, 2013

Posted on April 3, 2013 by jgarrott

Luke 23:56 But they rested on the Sabbath in obedience to the commandment. In the past I have been struck by how, even in these extreme circumstances, the women kept the commandment of resting on the Sabbath. However, just now … Continue reading →

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March 29, 2013

Posted on March 30, 2013 by jgarrott

Luke 23:40-41 But the other criminal rebuked him. “Don’t you fear God,” he said, “since you are under the same sentence? We are punished justly, for we are getting what our deeds deserve. But this man has done nothing wrong.” … Continue reading →

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March 28, 2013

Posted on March 29, 2013 by jgarrott

John 19:26-27 When Jesus saw his mother there, and the disciple whom he loved standing nearby, he said to his mother, “Dear woman, here is your son,” and to the disciple, “Here is your mother.” From that time on, this … Continue reading →

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March 27, 2013

Posted on March 29, 2013 by jgarrott

John 19:11 Jesus answered, “You would have no power over me if it were not given to you from above. Therefore the one who handed me over to you is guilty of a greater sin.” This verse contains an extremely … Continue reading →

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March 26, 2013

Posted on March 27, 2013 by jgarrott

John 18:37 “You are a king, then!” said Pilate. Jesus answered, “You are right in saying I am a king. In fact, for this reason I was born, and for this I came into the world, to testify to the … Continue reading →

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March 25, 2013

Posted on March 27, 2013 by jgarrott

John 18:11 Jesus commanded Peter, “Put your sword away! Shall I not drink the cup the Father has given me?” This is a point that I mention almost every time I talk about the cross, which is frequently. That is, … Continue reading →

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March 24, 2013

Posted on March 25, 2013 by jgarrott

Matthew 21:16 “Do you hear what these children are saying?” they asked him. “Yes,” replied Jesus, “have you never read, “‘From the lips of children and infants you have ordained praise’?” It’s significant to note that Jesus was never at … Continue reading →

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