Category Archives: encouragement

Laws; October 27, 2023

Posted on October 28, 2023 by jgarrott

Romans 3:20 Therefore no one will be declared righteous in his sight by observing the law; rather, through the law we become conscious of sin. I have read that America, and indeed most countries, has such a tangle of laws … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Warfare; October 26, 2023

Posted on October 27, 2023 by jgarrott

Romans 1:32 Although they know God’s righteous decree that those who do such things deserve death, they not only continue to do these very things but also approve of those who practice them. This second half of the chapter is … Continue reading →

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Personal Faith; October 25, 2023

Posted on October 26, 2023 by jgarrott

Romans 1:5 Through him and for his name’s sake, we received grace and apostleship to call people from among all the Gentiles to the obedience that comes from faith. Two differences in translation between the NIV and the Japanese strike … Continue reading →

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Choosing to Believe; October 24, 2023

Posted on October 25, 2023 by jgarrott

Acts 28:24 Some were convinced by what he said, but others would not believe. We are responsible to share the Gospel, but we cannot control how it will be received. As Paul shared the truth of God, some believed but … Continue reading →

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Sharing Faith; October 23, 2023

Posted on October 24, 2023 by jgarrott

Acts 27:25 So keep up your courage, men, for I have faith in God that it will happen just as he told me. It’s amazing the impact the faith of one person can have. Enough had happened already on this … Continue reading →

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Holy Boldness; October 22, 2023

Posted on October 23, 2023 by jgarrott

Acts 26:29 Paul replied, “Short time or long–I pray God that not only you but all who are listening to me today may become what I am, except for these chains.” Since yesterday I’ve known I would be writing on … Continue reading →

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Giving Testimony; October 21, 2023

Posted on October 22, 2023 by jgarrott

Acts 26:17-18 “‘I will rescue you from your own people and from the Gentiles. I am sending you to them to open their eyes and turn them from darkness to light, and from the power of Satan to God, so … Continue reading →

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Repentance; October 20, 2023

Posted on October 21, 2023 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! You may leave. When I find it convenient, I will send for you.” Honest evangelism is always risky, … Continue reading →

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Humility; October 19, 2023

Posted on October 20, 2023 by jgarrott

Acts 24:16 “So I strive always to keep my conscience clear before God and man.” I wonder how many people feel this way? Or rather, actually live this way? This requires self-awareness without self-centeredness, and that is a tall order … Continue reading →

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Discrimination; October 18, 2023

Posted on October 20, 2023 by jgarrott

Acts 22:22 The crowd listened to Paul until he said this. Then they raised their voices and shouted, “Rid the earth of him! He’s not fit to live!” Human beings can be amazing, sometimes in good ways and sometimes in … Continue reading →

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