Tag Archives: depending on God

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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The Results of Repentance; April 8, 2024

Posted on April 9, 2024 by jgarrott

Ezekiel 11:18-20 “They will return to it and remove all its vile images and detestable idols. I will give them an undivided heart and put a new spirit in them; I will remove from them their heart of stone and … Continue reading →

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Depending on God; March 18, 2024

Posted on March 20, 2024 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 17:14 Heal me, O Lord, and I will be healed; save me and I will be saved, for you are the one I praise. The passage from verse five on is very rich, with many beautiful and justly famous … Continue reading →

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Respecting God; March 1, 2024

Posted on March 2, 2024 by jgarrott

Job 36:13 “The godless in heart harbor resentment; even when he fetters them, they do not cry for help.” This is a very interesting statement that deserves a lot of unpacking. Where the NIV says “godless in heart,” the Japanese … Continue reading →

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