Tag Archives: gratitude

Wisdom; January 29, 2026

Posted on January 30, 2026 by jgarrott

Psalm 119:104 I gain understanding from your precepts; therefore I hate every wrong path. The majority of this section made me think, “Conceited, much?” However, the focus is indeed on the reality that it is listening to God that gives us true … Continue reading →

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More Training; January 10, 2026

Posted on January 11, 2026 by jgarrott

Deuteronomy 8:5 Know then in your heart that as a man disciplines his son, so the Lord your God disciplines you. I was torn in reading this, whether to write on verse 3, that Jesus quoted to the devil when He was … Continue reading →

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Response to Christmas; December 24, 2025

Posted on December 25, 2025 by jgarrott

Luke 2:6-7 While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. In this extremely familiar story, the thing that struck me just now is how normal everything … Continue reading →

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Light; December 8, 2025

Posted on December 9, 2025 by jgarrott

Isaiah 60:2 See, darkness covers the earth and thick darkness is over the peoples,but the Lord rises upon you and his glory appears over you. This world can be a pretty dark place, but that doesn’t apply for God’s people. As Jesus said, we are in … Continue reading →

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New Things; December 5, 2025

Posted on December 6, 2025 by jgarrott

Isaiah 43:19 See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it?I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland. This is a famous verse, included in numbers of songs, but how … Continue reading →

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Trials; November 12. 2025

Posted on November 13, 2025 by jgarrott

James 1:2-4 Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything. It’s … Continue reading →

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Rejoicing in Fruit; November 2, 2025

Posted on November 3, 2025 by jgarrott

1 Thessalonians 2:20 Indeed, you are our glory and joy. I wonder how many ministers really feel this way? There are certainly quite a few, but it’s a percentage, not the whole group. All sorts of things conspire to make us … Continue reading →

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Purpose; October 23, 2025

Posted on October 24, 2025 by jgarrott

Philippians 1:24-25 But it is more necessary for you that I remain in the body. Convinced of this, I know that I will remain, and I will continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith. … Continue reading →

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Creator God; August 6, 2025

Posted on August 7, 2025 by jgarrott

Isaiah 29:15 Woe to those who go to great depths to hide their plans from the Lord,who do their work in darkness and think, “Who sees us? Who will know?” People have acted like this from creation. Even Adam and Eve thought they could hide … Continue reading →

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God’s Daily Care; June 21, 2025

Posted on June 22, 2025 by jgarrott

Psalm 68:19 Praise be to the Lord, to God our Savior, who daily bears our burdens. Some of the imagery in this Psalm is obscure to modern readers, but this verse hits home in any age. God isn’t just a God … Continue reading →

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