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About jgarrott

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

August 25, 2012

Posted on August 25, 2012 by jgarrott

1 John 5:18 We know that anyone born of God does not continue to sin; the one who was born of God keeps him safe, and the evil one cannot harm him. The way this one verse is handled is … Continue reading →

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August 24, 2012

Posted on August 25, 2012 by jgarrott

1 John 5:11-12 And this is the testimony: God has given us eternal life, and this life is in his Son. He who has the Son has life; he who does not have the Son of God does not have … Continue reading →

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August 23, 2012

Posted on August 23, 2012 by jgarrott

1 John 4:18 There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. Here we have further evidence that our usual … Continue reading →

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August 22, 2012

Posted on August 22, 2012 by jgarrott

1 John 4:7-8 Dear friends, let us love one another, for love comes from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. Whoever does not love does not know God, because God is love. If any … Continue reading →

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August 21, 2012

Posted on August 21, 2012 by jgarrott

1 John 3:18 Dear children, let us not love with words or tongue but with actions and in truth. As the saying goes, actions speak louder than words. That’s not to say that words aren’t important, because they are, but … Continue reading →

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August 20, 2012

Posted on August 20, 2012 by jgarrott

2 Peter 3:14 So then, dear friends, since you are looking forward to this, make every effort to be found spotless, blameless and at peace with him. From a materialistic standpoint, this verse is absolutely astounding. Peter has just been … Continue reading →

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August 19, 2012

Posted on August 19, 2012 by jgarrott

2 Peter 3:9 The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. He is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance. We have great difficulty grasping God’s time frame, … Continue reading →

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August 18, 2012

Posted on August 19, 2012 by jgarrott

2 Peter 1:3 His divine power has given us everything we need for life and godliness through our knowledge of him who called us by his own glory and goodness. In either English or Japanese this sentence gets pretty complicated, … Continue reading →

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August 17, 2012

Posted on August 19, 2012 by jgarrott

1 Peter 5:8-9 Be self-controlled and alert. Your enemy the devil prowls around like a roaring lion looking for someone to devour. Resist him, standing firm in the faith, because you know that your brothers throughout the world are undergoing … Continue reading →

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August 16, 2012

Posted on August 19, 2012 by jgarrott

1 Peter 4:7 The end of all things is near. Therefore be clear minded and self-controlled so that you can pray. Verses 10 and 11 of this chapter are extremely important and helpful in understanding and applying spiritual gifts, and … Continue reading →

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