Tag Archives: funerals

Mortality; September 9, 2022

Posted on September 12, 2022 by jgarrott

Psalm 90:12 Teach us to number our days aright, that we may gain a heart of wisdom. This Psalm is unique in being the only one attributed to Moses, and as such is perhaps worthy of special attention. It is … Continue reading →

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The Hope of Eternity; June 19, 2022

Posted on June 24, 2022 by jgarrott

1 Thessalonians 4:13 Brothers, we do not want you to be ignorant about those who fall asleep, or to grieve like the rest of men, who have no hope. The difference between the funeral of a believer in Christ and … Continue reading →

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Death; September 7, 2021

Posted on September 11, 2021 by jgarrott

John 11:25-26 Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?” I have … Continue reading →

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Death; April 11, 2020

Posted on April 12, 2020 by jgarrott

John 19:30 When he had received the drink, Jesus said, “It is finished.” With that, he bowed his head and gave up his spirit. A great deal has been written and spoken about this verse, including by me, but the … Continue reading →

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Death and Life; January 15, 2020

Posted on January 17, 2020 by jgarrott

John 11:25-27 Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?” “Yes, Lord,” … Continue reading →

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RIP; June 21, 2019

Posted on June 25, 2019 by jgarrott

Revelation 14:13 Then I heard a voice from heaven say, “Write: Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord from now on.” “Yes,” says the Spirit, “they will rest from their labor, for their deeds will follow them.” Thinking … Continue reading →

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Eternal Life; February 18, 2019

Posted on February 21, 2019 by jgarrott

John 11:25-26 Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die. Do you believe this?” What a … Continue reading →

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January 6, 2017

Posted on January 9, 2017 by jgarrott

Phil 1:21 For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain. For quite a few years now the attitude of so many Christians toward death has been a mystery to me, because it is so different from … Continue reading →

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February 20, 2016

Posted on February 21, 2016 by jgarrott

Revelation 1:17-18 When I saw him, I fell at his feet as though dead. Then he placed his right hand on me and said: “Do not be afraid. I am the First and the Last. I am the Living One; … Continue reading →

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September 30, 2015

Posted on October 2, 2015 by jgarrott

1 Thessalonians 4:13 Brothers, we do not want you to be ignorant about those who fall asleep, or to grieve like the rest of men, who have no hope. I naturally use this verse in most of the funerals I … Continue reading →

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