Tag Archives: sin

Hubris; August 1, 2019

Posted on August 4, 2019 by jgarrott

Psalm 36:1-2 An oracle is within my heart concerning the sinfulness of the wicked: There is no fear of God before his eyes. For in his own eyes he flatters himself too much to detect or hate his sin. A … Continue reading →

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Confession; July 29, 2019

Posted on July 31, 2019 by jgarrott

Psalm 32:5 Then I acknowledged my sin to you and did not cover up my iniquity. I said, “I will confess my transgressions to the Lord”— and you forgave the guilt of my sin. This Psalm has several dearly-loved passages … Continue reading →

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Evangelism; July 7, 2019

Posted on July 10, 2019 by jgarrott

Deuteronomy 30:19-20 This day I call heaven and earth as witnesses against you that I have set before you life and death, blessings and curses. Now choose life, so that you and your children may live and that you may … Continue reading →

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Consequences; June 27, 2019

Posted on June 29, 2019 by jgarrott

Numbers 14:11 The Lord said to Moses, “How long will these people treat me with contempt? How long will they refuse to believe in me, in spite of all the miraculous signs I have performed among them?” God is bigger … Continue reading →

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Aliens; June 26, 2019

Posted on June 28, 2019 by jgarrott

Leviticus 19:34 “‘The alien living with you must be treated as one of your native-born. Love him as yourself, for you were aliens in Egypt. I am the Lord your God.’” When you think about it, this is quite remarkable. … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Growth; June 11, 2019

Posted on June 14, 2019 by jgarrott

Hebrews 6:1-3 Therefore let us leave the elementary teachings about Christ and go on to maturity, not laying again the foundation of repentance from acts that lead to death, and of faith in God, instruction about baptisms, the laying on … Continue reading →

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God’s Grace; May 30, 2019

Posted on June 1, 2019 by jgarrott

1 Thessalonians 5:23-24 May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. The one who calls you is faithful … Continue reading →

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Participating in Sanctification; May 7, 2019

Posted on May 11, 2019 by jgarrott

[Since my wife went into the hospital May 7th, for back surgery on the 8th, I’ll be doing my own editing for a couple of weeks. Please excuse any missed errors or obscurities.] Ephesians 4:22 You were taught, with regard … Continue reading →

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Rules; April 28, 2019

Posted on April 29, 2019 by jgarrott

Galatians 5:13 You, my brothers, were called to be free. But do not use your freedom to indulge the sinful nature; rather, serve one another in love. This is a verse that needs to be preached far and wide! This … Continue reading →

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The Meaning of Easter; April 21, 2019

Posted on April 23, 2019 by jgarrott

2 Corinthians 5:21 God made him who had no sin to be sin for us, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God. What a marvelous passage for Easter! Actually, the message of Easter is throughout the … Continue reading →

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