Tag Archives: Church

Having Fun; July 23, 2025

Posted on July 24, 2025 by jgarrott

Proverbs 15:21 Folly brings joy to one who has no sense, but whoever has understanding keeps a straight course. Having fun can be a difficult subject. Many people have a distorted view of Christian faith, thinking it makes you “a stick … Continue reading →

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The Body of Christ; March 13, 2025

Posted on March 14, 2025 by jgarrott

Ephesians 1:22-23 And God placed all things under his feet and appointed him to be head over everything for the church, which is his body, the fullness of him who fills everything in every way. Most of this whole passage, from verse 15 on, is … Continue reading →

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Unity in Diversity; March 4, 2025

Posted on March 5, 2025 by jgarrott

1 Corinthians 12:18-20 But in fact God has placed the parts in the body, every one of them, just as he wanted them to be. If they were all one part, where would the body be? As it is, there are many parts, … Continue reading →

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Worship; February 25, 2025

Posted on February 26, 2025 by jgarrott

Romans 12:1 Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. This verse has rightly been quoted by countless preachers … Continue reading →

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Qualification for Ministry; January 28, 2025

Posted on January 29, 2025 by jgarrott

Titus 1:7-9 Since an overseer manages God’s household, he must be blameless—not overbearing, not quick-tempered, not given to drunkenness, not violent, not pursuing dishonest gain. Rather, he must be hospitable, one who loves what is good, who is self-controlled, upright, holy and disciplined. He must hold firmly to … Continue reading →

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Pastors; February 8, 2024

Posted on February 11, 2024 by jgarrott

1 Peter 5:2-3 Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care, serving as overseers – not because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be; not greedy for money, but eager to serve; … Continue reading →

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The Church; December 8, 2023

Posted on December 9, 2023 by jgarrott

Ephesians 1:22-23 And God placed all things under his feet and appointed him to be head over everything for the church, which is his body, the fullness of him who fills everything in every way. To be honest, this passage … Continue reading →

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Religion as Usual; July 8, 2021

Posted on July 11, 2021 by jgarrott

Isaiah 1:13 Stop bringing meaningless offerings! Your incense is detestable to me. New Moons, Sabbaths and convocations– I cannot bear your evil assemblies. This first chapter of Isaiah has a glorious offer of forgiveness and redemption in verse 18 that … Continue reading →

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Community; May 29, 2019

Posted on May 31, 2019 by jgarrott

1 Thessalonians 5:11 Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing. There are almost countless reasons to avoid isolation as a Christian, but this is one of the main ones. We weren’t … Continue reading →

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The Body of Christ; October 2, 2018

Posted on October 8, 2018 by jgarrott

1 Corinthians 12:27 Now you are the body of Christ, and each one of you is a part of it. This truth is essential to the Church functioning as God intends. It is perhaps the foundation of the Cell Church … Continue reading →

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