Tag Archives: response to circumstances

Perspective; August 23. 2024

Posted on August 24, 2024 by jgarrott

2 Corinthians 4:17 For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all. In recent years I think I have quoted this verse more than any other in the whole Bible! It … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Humility; May 3, 2024

Posted on May 4, 2024 by jgarrott

Luke 13:2-3 Jesus answered, “Do you think that these Galileans were worse sinners than all the other Galileans because they suffered this way? I tell you, no! But unless you repent, you too will all perish.” This was a shocker … Continue reading →

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Living Testimony; January 30, 2023

Posted on February 1, 2023 by jgarrott

2 Corinthians 6:3 We put no stumbling block in anyone’s path, so that our ministry will not be discredited. In one sense Christians are not to care what people think of them, because we live for the approval of God, … Continue reading →

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Physical Stewardship; August 7, 2022

Posted on August 11, 2022 by jgarrott

Psalm 4:8 I will lie down and sleep in peace, for you alone, O Lord, make me dwell in safety. This is a very important declaration of faith, particularly with the current increase in sleep disorders. Sleep has been an … Continue reading →

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Transformative Events; December 25, 2021

Posted on December 29, 2021 by jgarrott

Luke 2:20 The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things they had heard and seen, which were just as they had been told. This is obviously a very familiar verse, and a catchy little chorus has been … Continue reading →

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Seeking God; July 21, 2021

Posted on July 24, 2021 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 29:13 “You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.” Jeremiah was tasked by God with bringing messages of condemnation and destruction and also incredible and glorious hope. This verse brings to mind … Continue reading →

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Faith; January 23, 2021

Posted on January 26, 2021 by jgarrott

Job 5:2 Resentment kills a fool, and envy slays the simple. Job’s friends’ pronouncements are largely collections of platitudes and truisms, but they do contain some nuggets worthy of meditation. Verse seven of this chapter – “Man is born to … Continue reading →

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The Result of Commitment; May 30, 2017

Posted on June 3, 2017 by jgarrott

1 Samuel 2:2 “There is no-one holy like the Lord; there is no-one besides you; there is no Rock like our God.” This Psalm is evidence of the genuineness of Hannah’s dedication of her son Samuel to God. The very … Continue reading →

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March 17, 2016

Posted on March 19, 2016 by jgarrott

Exodus 8:23 “‘I will make a distinction between my people and your people. This miraculous sign will occur tomorrow.’” There were various reasons for the plagues of Egypt, but this was a very important one. It is to God’s glory … Continue reading →

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May 13, 2014

Posted on May 16, 2014 by jgarrott

Psalm 97:11-12 Light is shed upon the righteous and joy on the upright in heart. Rejoice in the Lord, you who are righteous, and praise his holy name. I really like the turn of phrase in the Japanese for verse … Continue reading →

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