Tag Archives: applying truth

The Only God; July 12, 2021

Posted on July 14, 2021 by jgarrott

Isaiah 37:20 “Now, O Lord our God, deliver us from his hand, so that all kingdoms on earth may know that you alone, O Lord, are God. “ Once again we have a record of Hezekiah’s focus and faith. He … Continue reading →

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Knowledge; December 3, 2020

Posted on December 7, 2020 by jgarrott

Philippians 1:9-11 And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight, so that you may be able to discern what is best and may be pure and blameless until the … Continue reading →

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Failures; July 23, 2020

Posted on July 25, 2020 by jgarrott

Matthew 14:28-29 “Lord, if it’s you,” Peter replied, “tell me to come to you on the water.” “Come,” he said. Then Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water and came toward Jesus. The whole story is … Continue reading →

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Applying Wisdom; June 9, 2020

Posted on June 11, 2020 by jgarrott

Proverbs 3:1-2 My son, do not forget my teaching, but keep my commands in your heart, for they will prolong your life many years and bring you prosperity. This chapter of Proverbs has so much extremely helpful stuff in it … Continue reading →

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Fathers/Pastors March 26, 2020

Posted on March 28, 2020 by jgarrott

1 Timothy 3:5 If anyone does not know how to manage his own family, how can he take care of God’s church? This is obviously a parenthetical thought, but a very germane one. When I was in seminary I can … Continue reading →

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Walking Bibles; March 11, 2020

Posted on March 15, 2020 by jgarrott

Philippians 4:9 Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me–put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you. Earlier verses in this chapter are justly famous, and indeed I quote … Continue reading →

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Applying the Word; January 3, 2020

Posted on January 6, 2020 by jgarrott

Luke 10:37 The expert in the law replied, “The one who had mercy on him.” Jesus told him, “Go and do likewise.” This is a very good example of the Coaching technique I’ve been learning for the past couple of … Continue reading →

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The Purpose of Trouble; November 25, 2019

Posted on November 27, 2019 by jgarrott

Lamentations 3:31-33 For men are not cast off by the Lord forever. Though he brings grief, he will show compassion, so great is his unfailing love. For he does not willingly bring affliction or grief to the children of men. … Continue reading →

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Christian Living; May 23, 2019

Posted on May 24, 2019 by jgarrott

Colossians 3:17 And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. This whole chapter is really loaded with very good stuff, but … Continue reading →

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Evangelism and Salvation; March 3, 2019

Posted on March 5, 2019 by jgarrott

John 20:30-31 Jesus did many other miraculous signs in the presence of his disciples, which are not recorded in this book. But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that … Continue reading →

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