Tag Archives: motivation

God’s Opinion; January 18, 2020

Posted on January 21, 2020 by jgarrott

John 12:42-43 Yet at the same time many even among the leaders believed in him. But because of the Pharisees they would not confess their faith for fear they would be put out of the synagogue; for they loved praise … Continue reading →

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Work; June 1, 2019

Posted on June 6, 2019 by jgarrott

2 Thessalonians 3:10 For even when we were with you, we gave you this rule: “If a man will not work, he shall not eat.” In some circles, this is about as politically incorrect a statement as could be made! … Continue reading →

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A Good Prayer; November 13, 2017

Posted on November 15, 2017 by jgarrott

Psalm 86:11 Teach me your way, O Lord, and I will walk in your truth; give me an undivided heart, that I may fear your name. One of David’s good points was that he knew what to ask for. His … Continue reading →

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Leadership Skills; September 14, 2017

Posted on September 17, 2017 by jgarrott

Nehemiah 4:14 After I looked things over, I stood up and said to the nobles, the officials and the rest of the people, “Don’t be afraid of them. Remember the Lord, who is great and awesome, and fight for your … Continue reading →

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January 11, 2017

Posted on January 14, 2017 by jgarrott

1 Thessalonians 1:3 We continually remember before our God and Father your work produced by faith, your labor prompted by love, and your endurance inspired by hope in our Lord Jesus Christ. I’m sure I’ve written on this verse multiple … Continue reading →

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February 22, 2016

Posted on February 24, 2016 by jgarrott

Deuteronomy 28:15 However, if you do not obey the Lord your God and do not carefully follow all his commands and decrees I am giving you today, all these curses will come upon you and overtake you: The list of … Continue reading →

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September 19, 2014

Posted on September 21, 2014 by jgarrott

Luke 23:46 Jesus called out with a loud voice, “Father, into your hands I commit my spirit.” When he had said this, he breathed his last. Everything about the cross was intentional on Jesus’ part. That’s something we have a … Continue reading →

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August 16, 2014

Posted on August 18, 2014 by jgarrott

Daniel 12:3 “Those who are wise will shine like the brightness of the heavens, and those who lead many to righteousness, like the stars for ever and ever.” This should be an encouragement to evangelism! The footnote in the NIV … Continue reading →

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April 23, 2014

Posted on April 27, 2014 by jgarrott

John 20:31 But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in his name. This whole chapter is so loaded with dearly loved verses … Continue reading →

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November 24, 2013

Posted on November 27, 2013 by jgarrott

Matthew 7:21 “Not everyone who says to me, `Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven, but only he who does the will of my Father who is in heaven.” This verse is quoted fairly often, but it seems to … Continue reading →

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