Tag Archives: assurance

June 23, 2012

Posted on June 23, 2012 by jgarrott

2 Corinthians 1:9 Indeed, in our hearts we felt the sentence of death. But this happened that we might not rely on ourselves but on God, who raises the dead. As I have occasion to remember and/or quote fairly often, … Continue reading →

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March 15, 2012

Posted on March 17, 2012 by jgarrott

Matthew 21:22 “If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.” This is the kind of verse that gets some people excited and some people wanting to throw out the whole Bible. However, there are quite a … Continue reading →

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February 11, 2012

Posted on February 12, 2012 by jgarrott

Daniel 7:18 “‘But the saints of the Most High will receive the kingdom and will possess it forever–yes, for ever and ever.’” O: This chapter isn’t usual fodder for daily devotions, but it’s an important one to have laid down … Continue reading →

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December 23, 2011

Posted on December 24, 2011 by jgarrott

Luke 4:21 And he began by saying to them, “Today this scripture is fulfilled in your hearing.” It takes a great deal of assurance, not just generalized faith, to proclaim that you have just fulfilled Scripture. However, believers today are … Continue reading →

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December 1, 2011

Posted on December 1, 2011 by jgarrott

Isaiah 9:2 The people walking in darkness have seen a great light; on those living in the land of the shadow of death a light has dawned. Ever since the Fall, when mankind sinned in Eden, humans have lived under … Continue reading →

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November 26, 2011

Posted on November 28, 2011 by jgarrott

Psalm 119:133 Direct my footsteps according to your word; let no sin rule over me. There is immense practicality to this prayer. The first half gives all the reason anyone would ever need to get as much of the Bible … Continue reading →

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August 21, 2011

Posted on August 23, 2011 by jgarrott

John 16:22 “So with you: Now is your time of grief, but I will see you again and you will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy.” Death is a time of sorrow. That was certainly brought home … Continue reading →

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