Tag Archives: speaking for God

Spiritual Gifts; November 5, 2025

Posted on November 6, 2025 by jgarrott

2 Timothy 1:6-7 For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands. For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us … Continue reading →

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Prophets; September 7, 2025

Posted on September 8, 2025 by jgarrott

Matthew 5:12 Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you. As familiar as this verse is, it just occurred to me that Koine Greek has … Continue reading →

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Prophecy; August 27, 2025

Posted on August 28, 2025 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 31:14 “I will satisfy the priests with abundance, and my people will be filled with my bounty,”declares the Lord. Jeremiah is known as a prophet of “doom and gloom,” to the point that “jeremiad” refers to a very negative rant about something. However, … Continue reading →

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Jeremiah; August 26, 2025

Posted on August 27, 2025 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 15:16 When your words came, I ate them; they were my joy and my heart’s delight,for I bear your name, Lord God Almighty. Being called and used by God can be a mixed bag! Jeremiah is recognized as one of the great prophets … Continue reading →

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Language; July 7, 2025

Posted on July 8, 2025 by jgarrott

Psalm 105:3 Glory in his holy name; let the hearts of those who seek the Lord rejoice. The first thing I noticed in reading this passage was that verses 8-11 completely settle the question of who the land of Israel belongs to. However, … Continue reading →

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Repentance (2); February 17, 2025

Posted on February 18, 2025 by jgarrott

Acts 2:38-39 Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. The promise is for you and your children and for … Continue reading →

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Speaking for God; February 6, 2025

Posted on February 7, 2025 by jgarrott

Matthew 10:19-20 But when they arrest you, do not worry about what to say or how to say it. At that time you will be given what to say, for it will not be you speaking, but the Spirit of your Father speaking … Continue reading →

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Prophets and Prophecy; December 1, 2024

Posted on December 2, 2024 by jgarrott

Deuteronomy 18:22 If what a prophet proclaims in the name of the Lord does not take place or come true, that is a message the Lord has not spoken. That prophet has spoken presumptuously, so do not be alarmed. Verses 15 and 18 have long been considered … Continue reading →

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Prophecy; November 2, 2024

Posted on November 3, 2024 by jgarrott

Isaiah 42:9 “See, the former things have taken place, and new things I declare;before they spring into being I announce them to you.” This chapter is certifiably Messianic, because Matthew quoted it about Jesus in Matthew 12:20. There are Messianic prophecies throughout the Old … Continue reading →

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Speaking for God; September 15, 2024

Posted on September 16, 2024 by jgarrott

2 Samuel 23:2 “The Spirit of the Lord spoke through me; his word was on my tongue. From one perspective, this seems like a statement of incredible conceit. From another perspective, actively voiced by a TV personality about someone else not long ago, it … Continue reading →

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