Tag Archives: integrity

May 14, 2015

Posted on May 16, 2015 by jgarrott

Zechariah 7:9-10 “This is what the Lord Almighty says: ‘Administer true justice; show mercy and compassion to one another. Do not oppress the widow or the fatherless, the alien or the poor. In your hearts do not think evil of … Continue reading →

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May 8, 2015

Posted on May 9, 2015 by jgarrott

Hosea 6:6 For I desire mercy, not sacrifice, and acknowledgment of God rather than burnt offerings. Again and again and again in the Old Testament God tells us that heart attitude is far more important than religious forms. Then in … Continue reading →

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June 8, 2014

Posted on June 9, 2014 by jgarrott

Proverbs 11:3 The integrity of the upright guides them, but the unfaithful are destroyed by their duplicity. We often forget that God doesn’t punish as much as we are done in by our own sin. People accuse God of being … Continue reading →

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June 6, 2014

Posted on June 7, 2014 by jgarrott

Proverbs 10:9 The man of integrity walks securely, but he who takes crooked paths will be found out. The Japanese translates the first part of this simply as, “The person who walks straight.” That’s a pretty good metaphor for a … Continue reading →

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January 17, 2013

Posted on January 20, 2013 by jgarrott

Proverbs 21:21 He who pursues righteousness and love finds life, prosperity and honor. Once again there are significant differences between the NIV and the Japanese. The Japanese reads, “He who pursues righteousness and integrity gains life, righteousness, and honor.” The … Continue reading →

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October 16, 2012

Posted on October 19, 2012 by jgarrott

Psalm 37:3-4 Trust in the LORD and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture. Delight yourself in the LORD and he will give you the desires of your heart. There is so much thoughtful, meaningful content in … Continue reading →

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November 12, 2011

Posted on November 13, 2011 by jgarrott

Psalm 37:3-4 Trust in the LORD and do good; dwell in the land and enjoy safe pasture. Delight yourself in the LORD and he will give you the desires of your heart. This famous passage expresses an important truth, but … Continue reading →

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