Tag Archives: complaining

Slavery; February 11, 2022

Posted on February 14, 2022 by jgarrott

Colossians 3:23-24 Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for men, since you know that you will receive an inheritance from the Lord as a reward. It is the Lord Christ … Continue reading →

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The Secret to Happiness; February 7, 2022

Posted on February 11, 2022 by jgarrott

Philippians 4:12-13 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living … Continue reading →

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Reputation; January 13, 2022

Posted on January 18, 2022 by jgarrott

Acts 28:22 “But we want to hear what your views are, for we know that people everywhere are talking against this sect.” As I read this it struck me that Christians in America are beginning to taste this sort of … Continue reading →

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Focus; September 26, 2020

Posted on October 3, 2020 by jgarrott

Psalm 77:11-12 I will remember the deeds of the Lord; yes, I will remember your miracles of long ago. I will meditate on all your works and consider all your mighty deeds. We don’t always get instant responses to our … Continue reading →

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Suffering; September 3, 2020

Posted on September 7, 2020 by jgarrott

Acts 14:19-20 Then some Jews came from Antioch and Iconium and won the crowd over. They stoned Paul and dragged him outside of the city, thinking he was dead. But after the disciples had gathered around him, he got up … Continue reading →

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Suffering; August 18, 2020

Posted on August 20, 2020 by jgarrott

Luke 22:41-44 He withdrew about a stone’s throw beyond them, knelt down and prayed, “Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but yours be done.” An angel from heaven appeared to him and … Continue reading →

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Hearing God; May 17, 2020

Posted on May 21, 2020 by jgarrott

Revelation 3:22 “He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.” This verse is extremely familiar to me because I use it as part of my regular faith declarations. The declaration in question goes, … Continue reading →

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Standards; May 16, 2020

Posted on May 18, 2020 by jgarrott

Revelation 3:8 “I know your deeds. See, I have placed before you an open door that no one can shut. I know that you have little strength, yet you have kept my word and have not denied my name.” I … Continue reading →

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The Work of Ministry; April 3, 2020

Posted on April 6, 2020 by jgarrott

2 Timothy 4:2, 5 Preach the Word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage–with great patience and careful instruction. But you, keep your head in all situations, endure hardship, do the work of an evangelist, … Continue reading →

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Commitment; November 23, 2019

Posted on November 26, 2019 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 32:17, 27 “Ah, Sovereign Lord, you have made the heavens and the earth by your great power and outstretched arm. Nothing is too hard for you.” “I am the Lord, the God of all mankind. Is anything too hard … Continue reading →

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