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

September 2, 2011

Posted on September 2, 2011 by jgarrott

Acts 20:7 Paul spoke to the people and, because he intended to leave the next day, kept on talking until midnight. It is some comfort to know that preachers have always been long winded! Actually, the depth and breadth of … Continue reading →

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September 1, 2011

Posted on September 2, 2011 by jgarrott

Acts 18:9-10 “Do not be afraid; keep on speaking, do not be silent. For I am with you, and no one is going to attack and harm you, because I have many people in this city.” What strikes me first … Continue reading →

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August 31, 2011

Posted on August 31, 2011 by jgarrott

Acts 15:19 “It is my judgment, therefore, that we should not make it difficult for the Gentiles who are turning to God.” This point, expressed here by James, is of extreme importance to anyone engaged in cross-cultural evangelism. We have … Continue reading →

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August 30, 2011

Posted on August 31, 2011 by jgarrott

Acts 14:22 strengthening the disciples and encouraging them to remain true to the faith. “We must go through many hardships to enter the kingdom of God,” they said. Paul and Barnabas didn’t mince words with the new believers. There was … Continue reading →

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August 29, 2011

Posted on August 30, 2011 by jgarrott

Acts 13:45 When the Jews saw the crowds, they were filled with jealousy and talked abusively against what Paul was saying. Jealousy has got to be one of the least beneficial emotions in the human repertoire. I see it as … Continue reading →

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August 28, 2011

Posted on August 30, 2011 by jgarrott

Acts 13:2 While they were worshiping the Lord and fasting, the Holy Spirit said, “Set apart for me Barnabas and Saul for the work to which I have called them.” This is a well-known passage, but many, if not most, … Continue reading →

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August 27, 2011

Posted on August 30, 2011 by jgarrott

Acts 6:3 “Brothers, choose seven men from among you who are known to be full of the Spirit and wisdom. We will turn this responsibility over to them.” Delegation and division of duties are vital parts of any organization. Indeed, … Continue reading →

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August 26, 2011

Posted on August 30, 2011 by jgarrott

Acts 5:42 Day after day, in the temple courts and from house to house, they never stopped teaching and proclaiming the good news that Jesus is the Christ. In keeping with Peter’s statement that “We must obey God rather than … Continue reading →

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August 25, 2011

Posted on August 25, 2011 by jgarrott

Acts 5:17, 18, 32 Then the high priest and all his associates, who were members of the party of the Sadducees, were filled with jealousy. They arrested the apostles and put them in the public jail. “We are witnesses of … Continue reading →

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August 24, 2011

Posted on August 25, 2011 by jgarrott

Acts 4:19-20 But Peter and John replied, “Judge for yourselves whether it is right in God’s sight to obey you rather than God. For we cannot help speaking about what we have seen and heard.” This was the perfect response … Continue reading →

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