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July 29, 2014

Posted on July 30, 2014 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 3:15 “Then I will give you shepherds after my own heart, who will lead you with knowledge and understanding.” Leadership is important. Human beings are social creatures, which is why the frequent Biblical metaphor of sheep is so appropriate. … Continue reading →

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June 1, 2014

Posted on June 4, 2014 by jgarrott

Proverbs 2:4-5 and if you look for it as for silver and search for it as for hidden treasure, then you will understand the fear of the Lord and find the knowledge of God. There is a difference between wisdom … Continue reading →

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March 24, 2014

Posted on March 25, 2014 by jgarrott

Job 42:3 “Surely I spoke of things I did not understand, things too wonderful for me to know. There’s a lot of that that goes on! It is interesting as well as amusing that we so hate to admit that … Continue reading →

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July 16, 2013

Posted on July 18, 2013 by jgarrott

1 Corinthians 8:1-2 Knowledge puffs up, but love builds up. The man who thinks he knows something does not yet know as he ought to know. We see this played out constantly all around us on various levels, and truth … Continue reading →

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March 1, 2013

Posted on March 5, 2013 by jgarrott

Christian lifeHosea 14:9 Who is wise? He will realize these things. Who is discerning? He will understand them. The ways of the LORD are right; the righteous walk in them, but the rebellious stumble in them. The progression in the … Continue reading →

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February 7, 2013

Posted on February 9, 2013 by jgarrott

Isaiah 53:11 After the suffering of his soul, he will see the light of life and be satisfied; by his knowledge my righteous servant will justify many, and he will bear their iniquities. This is a deeply meaningful verse, echoed … Continue reading →

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January 15, 2013

Posted on January 17, 2013 by jgarrott

Proverbs 18:15 The heart of the discerning acquires knowledge; the ears of the wise seek it out. There is a saying that “Ignorance is bliss,” but this says that ignorance is not wise. Actually, an informed electorate is the bane … Continue reading →

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August 7, 2012

Posted on August 8, 2012 by jgarrott

James 1:5 If any of you lacks wisdom, he should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to him. I find I quote James a lot, because his letter has a lot … Continue reading →

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July 20, 2012

Posted on July 21, 2012 by jgarrott

Colossians 2:2-3 My purpose is that they may be encouraged in heart and united in love, so that they may have the full riches of complete understanding, in order that they may know the mystery of God, namely, Christ, in … Continue reading →

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June 2, 2012

Posted on June 3, 2012 by jgarrott

Romans 2:4 Or do you show contempt for the riches of his kindness, tolerance and patience, not realizing that God’s kindness leads you toward repentance? It’s interesting how much and how often God is misunderstood. Since He is infinite and … Continue reading →

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