Tag Archives: pain

Consequences of Sin; May 8, 2021

Posted on May 10, 2021 by jgarrott

2 Samuel 12:13-14 Then David said to Nathan, “I have sinned against the Lord.” Nathan replied, “The Lord has taken away your sin. You are not going to die. But because by doing this you have made the enemies of … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Therapy; September 8, 2020

Posted on September 13, 2020 by jgarrott

Hebrews 12:12-13 Therefore, strengthen your feeble arms and weak knees. “Make level paths for your feet,” so that the lame may not be disabled, but rather healed. I have taught Medical English at Nagasaki Rehabilitation College for over 38 years … Continue reading →

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Suffering; August 18, 2020

Posted on August 20, 2020 by jgarrott

Luke 22:41-44 He withdrew about a stone’s throw beyond them, knelt down and prayed, “Father, if you are willing, take this cup from me; yet not my will, but yours be done.” An angel from heaven appeared to him and … Continue reading →

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Suffering; March 9, 2020

Posted on March 14, 2020 by jgarrott

Philippians 1:29 For it has been granted to you on behalf of Christ not only to believe on him, but also to suffer for him. Reading this I immediately thought of a report I read just recently of persecuted believers … Continue reading →

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Parenting; October 15, 2019

Posted on October 19, 2019 by jgarrott

Proverbs 13:24 He who spares the rod hates his son, but he who loves him is careful to discipline him. This is certainly a forgotten verse in much of society today! The 20th Century had lots of psychologists who insisted … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Growth; May 18, 2019

Posted on May 19, 2019 by jgarrott

Philippians 4:12-13 I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living … Continue reading →

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May 12, 2017

Posted on May 13, 2017 by jgarrott

Deuteronomy 30:6 The Lord your God will circumcise your hearts and the hearts of your descendants, so that you may love him with all your heart and with all your soul, and live. Some people try to say that the … Continue reading →

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July 12, 2016

Posted on July 14, 2016 by jgarrott

Psalm 89:1 I will sing of the Lord’s great love for ever; with my mouth I will make your faithfulness known through all generations. At first glance this Psalm seems out of place in a series on the theme of … Continue reading →

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January 18, 2016

Posted on January 19, 2016 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 17:14 Heal me, O Lord, and I shall be healed; save me and I shall be saved, for you are the one I praise. The section from verse 5 on is very rich “wisdom literature,” to the point that … Continue reading →

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November 9, 2015

Posted on November 9, 2015 by jgarrott

Joshua 1:9 “Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be terrified; do not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” This is certainly a magnificent command/promise, and it bears … Continue reading →

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