Category Archives: Christian

January 28, 2012

Posted on January 30, 2012 by jgarrott

Ezekiel 2:5-7 “And whether they listen or fail to listen–for they are a rebellious house–they will know that a prophet has been among them. And you, son of man, do not be afraid of them or their words. Do not … Continue reading →

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January 27, 2012

Posted on January 27, 2012 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 32:39 “I will give them singleness of heart and action, so that they will always fear me for their own good and the good of their children after them.” This truth is expressed many times in the Bible, particularly … Continue reading →

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January 26, 2012

Posted on January 27, 2012 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 31:9 “They will come with weeping; they will pray as I bring them back. I will lead them beside streams of water on a level path where they will not stumble.” There is a very interesting difference between the … Continue reading →

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January 25, 2012

Posted on January 27, 2012 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 29:13 “You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.” This is an enormously comforting verse, but it carries a condition that is often overlooked. A lot of “God seekers” are either casual … Continue reading →

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January 24, 2012

Posted on January 25, 2012 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 24:7 “I will give them a heart to know me, that I am the LORD. They will be my people, and I will be their God, for they will return to me with all their heart.” We have direct … Continue reading →

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January 23, 2012

Posted on January 25, 2012 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 11:3 “Tell them that this is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: `Cursed is the man who does not obey the terms of this covenant.’” This is not the image we like to have of God! I … Continue reading →

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January 22, 2012

Posted on January 22, 2012 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 5:25 Your wrongdoings have kept these away; your sins have deprived you of good. Once again we are back to the principle of acts and consequences, also called the law of sowing and reaping. (Galatians 6:7-8) We have an … Continue reading →

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January 21, 2012

Posted on January 22, 2012 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 3:15 “Then I will give you shepherds after my own heart, who will lead you with knowledge and understanding.” This verse should be a comfort for every member of the flock, but it calls for humility and dedication on … Continue reading →

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January 20, 2012

Posted on January 20, 2012 by jgarrott

Isaiah 65:12 “I called but you did not answer, I spoke but you did not listen. You did evil in my sight and chose what displeases me.” As I read this my immediate response is that it is all too … Continue reading →

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January 19, 2012

Posted on January 19, 2012 by jgarrott

Isaiah 63:16 But you are our Father, though Abraham does not know us or Israel acknowledge us; you, O LORD, are our Father, our Redeemer from of old is your name. This is the prayer of every Gentile Christian today, … Continue reading →

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