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August 3, 2013

Posted on August 4, 2013 by jgarrott

Genesis 26:22 He moved on from there and dug another well, and no one quarreled over it. He named it Rehoboth, saying, “Now the LORD has given us room and we will flourish in the land.” Everybody needs room to … Continue reading →

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June 19, 2013

Posted on June 20, 2013 by jgarrott

Psalm 119:45 I will walk about in freedom, for I have sought out your precepts. Reading this I am reminded of something I tell people frequently when talking about parenting, and that is that as human beings we need boundaries. … Continue reading →

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May 25, 2013

Posted on May 26, 2013 by jgarrott

Hebrews 12:9 Moreover, we have all had human fathers who disciplined us and we respected them for it. How much more should we submit to the Father of our spirits and live! This entire 12th chapter of Hebrews is vitally … Continue reading →

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March 10, 2013

Posted on March 13, 2013 by jgarrott

Malachi 4:5-6 “See, I will send you the prophet Elijah before that great and dreadful day of the LORD comes. He will turn the hearts of the fathers to their children, and the hearts of the children to their fathers; … Continue reading →

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January 3, 2013

Posted on January 6, 2013 by jgarrott

Proverbs 12:1 Whoever loves discipline loves knowledge, but he who hates correction is stupid. As a school teacher of over 30 years experience, I can say a hearty AMEN to this verse! However, it applies in many areas, and not … Continue reading →

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November 24, 2012

Posted on November 26, 2012 by jgarrott

Proverbs 9:10 “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom, and knowledge of the Holy One is understanding. This verse should be inscribed over the entry to every institution of learning, but sadly, it isn’t. Most schools focus … Continue reading →

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September 14, 2011

Posted on September 14, 2011 by jgarrott

1 Timothy 3:5 If anyone does not know how to manage his own family, how can he take care of God’s church? Churches and homes alike would be much better places if more attention were paid to this verse. The … Continue reading →

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