Tag Archives: focus

October 30, 2013

Posted on November 2, 2013 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 29:13 “You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.” Verse 11 is justly known and loved, but this verse isn’t far behind. It is an absolutely marvelous promise of God, but it … Continue reading →

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May 21, 2013

Posted on May 22, 2013 by jgarrott

Hebrews 1:14 Are not all angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation? It has always been interesting to me how many people seem to be so taken with angels. I understand that they are impressive and … Continue reading →

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January 3, 2013

Posted on January 6, 2013 by jgarrott

Proverbs 12:1 Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but he who hates correction is stupid. As a school teacher of over 30 years experience, I can say a hearty AMEN to this verse! However, it applies in many areas, and not … Continue reading →

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December 22, 2012

Posted on December 24, 2012 by jgarrott

Philippians 2:5 Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus. Attitude is enormously important. Just ask any pilot! In flying, attitude is whether the nose of the plane is pointed up or down, and that really isn’t … Continue reading →

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November 4, 2012

Posted on November 4, 2012 by jgarrott

Psalm 116:10 I believed; [even when] I said, “I am greatly afflicted.” In the NIV this translation is given only as a footnote, but this is how the Japanese renders it, and this way it says something very important. Some … Continue reading →

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October 17, 2012

Posted on October 19, 2012 by jgarrott

Psalm 37:39-40 The salvation of the righteous comes from the LORD; he is their stronghold in time of trouble. The LORD helps them and delivers them; he delivers them from the wicked and saves them, because they take refuge in … Continue reading →

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May 22, 2012

Posted on May 22, 2012 by jgarrott

Acts 3:6 Then Peter said, “Silver or gold I do not have, but what I have I give you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk.” As is shown in verses 12 and 16, Peter’s entire focus was … Continue reading →

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May 12, 2012

Posted on May 14, 2012 by jgarrott

John 12:20-21, 32 Now there were some Greeks among those who went up to worship at the Feast. They came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida in Galilee, with a request. “Sir,” they said, “we would like to see Jesus.” … Continue reading →

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November 25, 2011

Posted on November 25, 2011 by jgarrott

Psalm 119:37 Turn my eyes away from worthless things; preserve my life according to your word. This could be called the prayer of modern man! There are so many worthless things vying for our attention. The devil is putting all … Continue reading →

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October 29, 2011

Posted on October 31, 2011 by jgarrott

1 Chronicles 28:20 David also said to Solomon his son, “Be strong and courageous, and do the work. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the LORD God, my God, is with you. He will not fail you or forsake … Continue reading →

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