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Shepherds; September 29, 2026

Posted on September 30, 2026 by jgarrott

Psalm 52:6-7 The righteous will see and fear;    they will laugh at you, saying,“Here now is the man    who did not make God his strongholdbut trusted in his great wealth    and grew strong by destroying others!” This Psalm is greatly overshadowed by its … Continue reading →

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Parenting and Pastoring; May 25, 2026

Posted on May 26, 2026 by jgarrott

1 Timothy 3:4-5 He must manage his own family well and see that his children obey him, and he must do so in a manner worthy of full respect. (If anyone does not know how to manage his own family, how can … Continue reading →

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Fatherhood; December 9, 2024

Posted on December 10, 2024 by jgarrott

Luke 1:17 “And he will go on before the Lord, in the spirit and power of Elijah, to turn the hearts of the parents to their children and the disobedient to the wisdom of the righteous—to make ready a people prepared for the … Continue reading →

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Pastors; February 8, 2024

Posted on February 11, 2024 by jgarrott

1 Peter 5:2-3 Be shepherds of God’s flock that is under your care, serving as overseers – not because you must, but because you are willing, as God wants you to be; not greedy for money, but eager to serve; … Continue reading →

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Maturity; February 10, 2023

Posted on February 11, 2023 by jgarrott

Colossians 1:28-29 We proclaim him, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone perfect in Christ. To this end I labor, struggling with all his energy, which so powerfully works in me. What a beautiful, … Continue reading →

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Worship Teams; July 20, 2022

Posted on July 24, 2022 by jgarrott

1 Chronicles 16:41 With them were Heman and Jeduthun and the rest of those chosen and designated by name to give thanks to the Lord, “for his love endures forever.” This last part of the chapter doesn’t specifically reference the … Continue reading →

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Pastors; February 13, 2022

Posted on February 15, 2022 by jgarrott

1 Thessalonians 2:11-12 For you know that we dealt with each of you as a father deals with his own children, encouraging, comforting and urging you to live lives worthy of God, who calls you into his kingdom and glory. … Continue reading →

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Pastoral Ministry; October 23, 2021

Posted on October 25, 2021 by jgarrott

1 Thessalonians 3:8-9 For now we really live, since you are standing firm in the Lord. How can we thank God enough for you in return for all the joy we have in the presence of our God because of … Continue reading →

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Pastors; June 24, 2020

Posted on June 26, 2020 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 3:15 Then I will give you shepherds after my own heart, who will lead you with knowledge and understanding. The Bible mentions bad shepherds and false prophets in quite a few places, so it is actually very comforting to … Continue reading →

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Praying for Leaders; March 7, 2020

Posted on March 10, 2020 by jgarrott

Ephesians 6:19 Pray also for me, that whenever I speak, words may be given me so that I will fearlessly make known the mystery of the gospel. Paul was not hesitant to ask people to pray for him, and by … Continue reading →

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