Tag Archives: God’s grace

Assurance of Salvation; November 4, 2025

Posted on November 5, 2025 by jgarrott

1 Thessalonians 5:23-24 May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. The one who calls you is faithful, and he will do it. A … Continue reading →

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Wants vs. Needs; October 29, 2025

Posted on October 30, 2025 by jgarrott

Philippians 4:19 And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus. This verse gets quoted a great deal, both appropriately and inappropriately. The big sticking point is the simple word, need. We have … Continue reading →

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Prayer; October 26, 2025

Posted on October 27, 2025 by jgarrott

Philippians 2:27 Indeed he was ill, and almost died. But God had mercy on him, and not on him only but also on me, to spare me sorrow upon sorrow. This one verse completely refutes all the “name it and … Continue reading →

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Christian Living; October 25, 2025

Posted on October 26, 2025 by jgarrott

Philippians 2:12-13 Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed—not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence—continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you to will and … Continue reading →

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The Mind of Christ; October 24, 2025

Posted on October 25, 2025 by jgarrott

Philippians 2:5 In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus. The Bible tells us of many people who are examples to us, some to be emulated and some to be avoided, but the ultimate example … Continue reading →

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Joy; October 9, 2025

Posted on October 10, 2025 by jgarrott

Romans 14:17 For the kingdom of God is not a matter of eating and drinking, but of righteousness, peace and joy in the Holy Spirit. This is an extremely familiar Scripture, courtesy of a musical setting for it and verse 19 that … Continue reading →

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Faithfulness; September 10, 2025

Posted on September 11, 2025 by jgarrott

Matthew 25:21 “His master replied, ‘Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master’s happiness!’” I have no idea how many times … Continue reading →

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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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Prophecy; August 27, 2025

Posted on August 28, 2025 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 31:14 “I will satisfy the priests with abundance, and my people will be filled with my bounty,”declares the Lord. Jeremiah is known as a prophet of “doom and gloom,” to the point that “jeremiad” refers to a very negative rant about something. However, … Continue reading →

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