Tag Archives: growth

Eternal God; September 1, 2019

Posted on September 3, 2019 by jgarrott

Psalm 100:5 For the Lord is good and his love endures for ever; his faithfulness continues through all generations. We don’t worship a flash in the pan! In a world where the rate of change has gone up to the … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Growth; June 11, 2019

Posted on June 14, 2019 by jgarrott

Hebrews 6:1-3 Therefore let us leave the elementary teachings about Christ and go on to maturity, not laying again the foundation of repentance from acts that lead to death, and of faith in God, instruction about baptisms, the laying on … Continue reading →

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Church Growth; October 31, 2018

Posted on November 3, 2018 by jgarrott

Ephesians 4:15-16 Instead, speaking the truth in love, we will in all things grow up into him who is the Head, that is, Christ. From him the whole body, joined and held together by every supporting ligament, grows and builds … Continue reading →

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The Word of God; August 23, 2018

Posted on August 27, 2018 by jgarrott

Acts 12:24 But the word of God continued to increase and spread. This comes right after the mention of King Herod’s rather horrific death, so I think the NIV is justified in inserting “But” at the beginning of the sentence. … Continue reading →

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God’s Supply of Strength; July 17, 2017

Posted on July 20, 2017 by jgarrott

1 Kings 18:46 The power of the Lord came upon Elijah and, tucking his cloak into his belt, he ran ahead of Ahab all the way to Jezreel. This was another miracle, but not being as dramatic as the immediately … Continue reading →

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Choosing God; July 16, 2017

Posted on July 20, 2017 by jgarrott

1 Kings 18:21 Elijah went before the people and said, “How long will you waver between two opinions? If the Lord is God, follow him; but if Baal is God, follow him.” This is the story of the most dramatic … Continue reading →

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August 4, 2015

Posted on August 5, 2015 by jgarrott

Proverbs 26:12 Do you see a man wise in his own eyes? There is more hope for a fool than for him. The previous 11 verses are all condemnatory of the “fool,” so this verse has extra bite. Humility is … Continue reading →

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November 29, 2014

Posted on December 3, 2014 by jgarrott

2 Peter 3:18 But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever! Amen. In reading this just now I noticed something I’m not sure has registered … Continue reading →

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November 2, 2014

Posted on November 4, 2014 by jgarrott

Philippians 1:6 Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus. This is another “standard” Scripture, familiar to the point of numbness, but that … Continue reading →

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July 27, 2014

Posted on July 28, 2014 by jgarrott

Isaiah 61:11 For as the soil makes the sprout come up and a garden causes seeds to grow, so the Sovereign Lord will make righteousness and praise spring up before all nations. This is an interesting image that deserves some … Continue reading →

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