Tag Archives: depending on God

Returning to God; September 4, 2025

Posted on September 5, 2025 by jgarrott

Zechariah 9:12 Return to your fortress, you prisoners of hope; even now I announce that I will restore twice as much to you. This chapter is most famous for verse 9, which was fulfilled on Palm Sunday as Jesus entered Jerusalem, but I … Continue reading →

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Dependence on God; September 1, 2025

Posted on September 2, 2025 by jgarrott

Zephaniah 3:12, 15 But I will leave within you the meek and humble.The remnant of Israel will trust in the name of the Lord.The Lord, the King of Israel, is with you; never again will you fear any harm. It struck me that the same terminology is used … Continue reading →

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The Purpose of the Incarnation; December 28, 2024

Posted on December 29, 2024 by jgarrott

Colossians 1:19-20 For God was pleased to have all his fullness dwell in him, and through him to reconcile to himself all things, whether things on earth or things in heaven, by making peace through his blood, shed on the cross. When you think about it, it’s … Continue reading →

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Human Stupidity; November 22, 2024

Posted on November 23, 2024 by jgarrott

Matthew 17:4 Peter said to Jesus, “Lord, it is good for us to be here. If you wish, I will put up three shelters—one for you, one for Moses and one for Elijah.” I am reminded of Einstein’s famous quote: … Continue reading →

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Being Right; August 15, 2024

Posted on August 16, 2024 by jgarrott

Luke 10:29 But he wanted to justify himself, so he asked Jesus, “And who is my neighbor?” The parable of the Good Samaritan is one of Jesus’ most famous, but this particular detail stands out to me this morning. This man … Continue reading →

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Depending on God; July 2, 2024

Posted on July 3, 2024 by jgarrott

Psalm 41:5 My enemies say of me in malice, “When will he die and his name perish?” It is clear from the Psalms that David had plenty of enemies, and he had occasional serious health issues. Even so, he kept his … Continue reading →

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Optimism; July 1, 2024

Posted on July 2, 2024 by jgarrott

Psalm 40:17 But as for me, I am poor and needy; may the Lord think of me.You are my help and my deliverer; you are my God, do not delay. The first several verses of this Psalm are so familiar that I wanted to … Continue reading →

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God’s Guidance; June 25, 2024

Posted on June 26, 2024 by jgarrott

Psalm 25:8-9 Good and upright is the Lord; therefore he instructs sinners in his ways. He guides the humble in what is right and teaches them his way. I got the immediate impression that this was an acrostic poem, with each verse starting with a succeeding letter … Continue reading →

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David’s Example; June 17, 2024

Posted on June 18, 2024 by jgarrott

2 Samuel 24:14 David said to Gad, “I am in deep distress. Let us fall into the hands of the Lord, for his mercy is great; but do not let me fall into human hands.” David had learned the character of God. … Continue reading →

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The Results of Repentance; April 19, 2024

Posted on April 20, 2024 by jgarrott

Matt 3:8 “Produce fruit in keeping with repentance.” Throughout the Bible, repentance is defined by changed actions. We may even think we have repented, but if our actions don’t change, then we are only fooling ourselves. The same thing applies … Continue reading →

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