Category Archives: encouragement

September 3, 2016

Posted on September 7, 2016 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 16:20 “Do men make their own gods? Yes, but they are not gods!” When reading the Bible, it is important to keep track of who is saying what to whom. However, that’s not always easy, because ancient Hebrew and … Continue reading →

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September 2, 2016

Posted on September 4, 2016 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 15:19 Therefore this is what the Lord says: “If you repent, I will restore you that you may serve me; if you utter worthy, not worthless, words, you will be my spokesman. Let this people turn to you, but … Continue reading →

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September 1, 2016

Posted on September 4, 2016 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 14:22 Do any of the worthless idols of the nations bring rain? Do the skies themselves send down showers? No, it is you, O Lord our God. Therefore our hope is in you, for you are the one who … Continue reading →

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August 31, 2016

Posted on September 1, 2016 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 14:14 Then the Lord said to me, “The prophets are prophesying lies in my name. I have not sent them or appointed them or spoken to them. They are prophesying to you false visions, divinations, idolatries and the delusions … Continue reading →

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August 30, 2016

Posted on September 1, 2016 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 12:5 “If you have raced with men on foot and they have worn you out, how can you compete with horses? If you stumble in safe country, how will you manage in the thickets by the Jordan?” Jeremiah is … Continue reading →

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August 29, 2016

Posted on August 31, 2016 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 10:21 The shepherds are senseless and do not inquire of the Lord; so they do not prosper and all their flock is scattered. Statistical analysis shows that an amazing number of “church leaders” have no real devotional life. That … Continue reading →

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August 28, 2016

Posted on August 30, 2016 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 10:5 “Like a scarecrow in a melon patch, their idols cannot speak; they must be carried because they cannot walk. Do not fear them; they can do no harm nor can they do any good.” Reading this immediately brings … Continue reading →

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August 27, 2016

Posted on August 30, 2016 by jgarrott

Isaiah 64:4 Since ancient times no-one has heard, no ear has perceived, no eye has seen any God besides you, who acts on behalf of those who wait for him. The thing is, God acts on behalf of those who … Continue reading →

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August 26, 2016

Posted on August 27, 2016 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 a very interesting verse, because it transcends … Continue reading →

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August 25, 2016

Posted on August 27, 2016 by jgarrott

Isaiah 56:7 “These I will bring to my holy mountain and give them joy in my house of prayer. Their burnt offerings and sacrifices will be accepted on my altar; for my house will be called a house of prayer … Continue reading →

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