Tag Archives: ministry in Japan

The Shema; January 9, 2026


Deuteronomy 6:4-6 Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God, the Lord is one. Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your strength. These commandments that I give you today are to be on your hearts. This is … Continue reading

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The Claims of Christ; December 30, 2025


Luke 4:21 He began by saying to them, “Today this scripture is fulfilled in your hearing.” There are those who say that Jesus didn’t claim to be divine, but here, at the very outset of His public ministry, He declares that He … Continue reading

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Being an Example; October 28, 2025


Philippians 4:9 Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you. This is certainly a statement of a man with a clear conscience. Many would … Continue reading

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Response to the Gospel; October 3, 2025


Acts 13:48 When the Gentiles heard this, they were glad and honored the word of the Lord; and all who were appointed for eternal life believed. Having ministered in Japan all my life, it’s a little hard for me to really … Continue reading

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Spiritual Warfare; September 24, 2025


John 9:33 “If this man were not from God, he could do nothing.” I have always loved this story of the man born blind. That he was totally uneducated goes without saying, given his physical handicap. However, there was nothing wrong … Continue reading

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The Message of Salvation; September 15, 2025


Luke 2:10-11 But the angel said to them, “Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the … Continue reading

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Rejoice!; September 2, 2025


Zechariah 2:11 “Many nations will be joined with the Lord in that day and will become my people. I will live among you and you will know that the Lord Almighty has sent me to you.” You couldn’t ask for a more definitive statement that … Continue reading

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Evangelism; August 15, 2025


Isaiah 52:7 How beautiful on the mountains    are the feet of those who bring good news,who proclaim peace,    who bring good tidings,    who proclaim salvation,who say to Zion,    “Your God reigns!” This is a very famous verse, set to music numerous times and often … Continue reading

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The Evangelistic Imperative; May 10, 2025


1 Chronicles 16:23-23 Sing to the Lord, all the earth;    proclaim his salvation day after day.Declare his glory among the nations,    his marvelous deeds among all peoples. This chapter collects several of David’s Psalms, and I can’t read it without musical settings coming into … Continue reading

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God’s Love; April 22, 2025


Luke 24:34 and saying, “It is true! The Lord has risen and has appeared to Simon.” This whole story of the walk to Emmaus has much to love and meditate on. I find it significant the specific people Jesus appeared to … Continue reading

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