Tag Archives: salvation

Hope; November 8, 2023

Posted on November 9, 2023 by jgarrott

Romans 15:13 May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. What a beautiful benediction! And what a … Continue reading →

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Evangelism; November 3, 2023

Posted on November 4, 2023 by jgarrott

Romans 10:17 Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word of Christ. Just a few days ago I quoted verse 14, which is justly famous. The whole passage describes the mechanics of evangelism, … Continue reading →

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Salvation; November 2, 2023

Posted on November 3, 2023 by jgarrott

Romans 10:10 For it is with your heart that you believe and are justified, and it is with your mouth that you confess and are saved. This whole section is of enormous importance and is justly famous. However, current Evangelical … Continue reading →

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Father Abraham; October 29, 2023

Posted on October 30, 2023 by jgarrott

Romans 4:11-12 And he received the sign of circumcision, a seal of the righteousness that he had by faith while he was still uncircumcised. So then, he is the father of all who believe but have not been circumcised, in … Continue reading →

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Antisemitism; October 28, 2023

Posted on October 29, 2023 by jgarrott

Romans 3:22-24 This righteousness from God comes through faith in Jesus Christ to all who believe. There is no difference, for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and are justified freely by his grace through … Continue reading →

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Repentance; October 20, 2023

Posted on October 21, 2023 by jgarrott

Acts 24:25 As Paul discoursed on righteousness, self-control and the judgment to come, Felix was afraid and said, “That’s enough for now! You may leave. When I find it convenient, I will send for you.” Honest evangelism is always risky, … Continue reading →

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God’s Promises; October 9, 2023

Posted on October 11, 2023 by jgarrott

Acts 16:34 The jailer brought them into his house and set a meal before them; he was filled with joy because he had come to believe in God — he and his whole family. This story has many memorable verses, … Continue reading →

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Salvation; October 6, 2023

Posted on October 7, 2023 by jgarrott

Acts 15:11 “No! We believe it is through the grace of our Lord Jesus that we are saved, just as they are.” The importance of this meeting in Church history cannot be overstated. Having been in a lot of church … Continue reading →

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Response to Persecution; October 3, 2023

Posted on October 4, 2023 by jgarrott

Acts 13:52 And the disciples were filled with joy and with the Holy Spirit. The single largest provocation for the persecution that the believers experienced at this point was jealousy, as it says clearly in verse 45. However, the response … Continue reading →

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Ananias; September 25, 2023

Posted on September 26, 2023 by jgarrott

Acts 9:17 Then Ananias went to the house and entered it. Placing his hands on Saul, he said, “Brother Saul, the Lord–Jesus, who appeared to you on the road as you were coming here–has sent me so that you may … Continue reading →

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