Tag Archives: fairness

Expectant Faith; September 16, 2026

Posted on September 17, 2026 by jgarrott

Job 13:15 “Though he slay me, yet will I hope in him;    I will surely defend my ways to his face.” This is one of the most famous verses in Job, and for good reason. Job is absolutely convinced of the … Continue reading →

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Justice; December 17, 2023

Posted on December 18, 2023 by jgarrott

Isaiah 42:4 He will not falter or be discouraged till he establishes justice on earth. In his law the islands will put their hope.” This seems like a very timely Scripture. Issues of justice and injustice abound! America has certainly … Continue reading →

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Applying the Word; November 24, 2022

Posted on November 26, 2022 by jgarrott

Matthew 13:12 “Whoever has will be given more, and he will have an abundance. Whoever does not have, even what he has will be taken from him.” Many people down through the centuries have thought, “That’s not fair!” However, it … Continue reading →

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Justice; October 10, 2022

Posted on October 11, 2022 by jgarrott

Proverbs 21:15 When justice is done, it brings joy to the righteousbut terror to evildoers. Justice is an essential part of any society. In fact, it is one of our innate desires, as expressed in the cry of even small … Continue reading →

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Fairness; January 19, 2021

Posted on January 21, 2021 by jgarrott

Leviticus 25:17 “Do not take advantage of each other, but fear your God. I am the Lord your God.” In this chapter God instates a system that, if properly followed, would have resulted in incredible blessing, but which was actually … Continue reading →

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Church Discipline; December 12, 2020

Posted on December 14, 2020 by jgarrott

1 Timothy 1:5 The goal of this command is love, which comes from a pure heart and a good conscience and a sincere faith. Paul has just told Timothy to exercise Church discipline, calling people down for teaching unbiblical things. … Continue reading →

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Knowledge of the Kingdom; July 21, 2020

Posted on July 23, 2020 by jgarrott

Matthew 13:11-12 He replied, “The knowledge of the secrets of the kingdom of heaven has been given to you, but not to them. Whoever has will be given more, and he will have an abundance. Whoever does not have, even … Continue reading →

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Judges; July 15, 2019

Posted on July 19, 2019 by jgarrott

2 Chronicles 19:7 “Now let the fear of the Lord be upon you. Judge carefully, for with the Lord our God there is no injustice or partiality or bribery.” It strikes me that this chapter would make good reading for … Continue reading →

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Receiving God’s Revelation; May 13, 2018

Posted on May 16, 2018 by jgarrott

Matthew 13:11-12 He replied, “The knowledge of the secrets of the kingdom of heaven has been given to you, but not to them. Whoever has will be given more, and he will have an abundance. Whoever does not have, even … Continue reading →

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July 17, 2015

Posted on July 19, 2015 by jgarrott

Psalm 69:6 May those who hope in you not be disgraced because of me, O Lord, the Lord Almighty; may those who seek you not be put to shame because of me, O God of Israel. This strikes me as … Continue reading →

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