Tag Archives: realism

Practical Hope; September 19, 2026

Posted on September 20, 2026 by jgarrott

Psalm 16:8 I keep my eyes always on the Lord.With him at my right hand, I will not be shaken. I could easily write on any verse in this Psalm. Verse 6 was a favorite of my father, and his … Continue reading →

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Faith; November 14, 2025

Posted on November 15, 2025 by jgarrott

1 Peter 1:8-9 Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy, for you are receiving the end result of … Continue reading →

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Fake News; November 27, 2022

Posted on November 28, 2022 by jgarrott

Matthew 28:15 So the soldiers took the money and did as they were instructed. And this story has been widely circulated among the Jews to this very day. This little section of five verses, sandwiched between Jesus’ resurrection and the … Continue reading →

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Hope; November 7, 2021

Posted on November 10, 2021 by jgarrott

1 Peter 3:15 But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. I have quoted this verse countless … Continue reading →

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Optimism v. Pessimism; May 4, 2018

Posted on May 5, 2018 by jgarrott

Matthew 7:11 “If you, then, though you are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your Father in heaven give good gifts to those who ask him!” It just struck me that pessimism … Continue reading →

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