Tag Archives: spiritual growth

Perspective; February 11, 2023

Posted on February 12, 2023 by jgarrott

1 Thessalonians 1:6 You became imitators of us and of the Lord; in spite of severe suffering, you welcomed the message with the joy given by the Holy Spirit. The joy of the Lord doesn’t depend on circumstances. The Bible … Continue reading →

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Maturity; February 10, 2023

Posted on February 11, 2023 by jgarrott

Colossians 1:28-29 We proclaim him, admonishing and teaching everyone with all wisdom, so that we may present everyone perfect in Christ. To this end I labor, struggling with all his energy, which so powerfully works in me. What a beautiful, … Continue reading →

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Living Out Salvation; February 7, 2023

Posted on February 8, 2023 by jgarrott

Philippians 2:12-13 Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed–not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence–continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you to … Continue reading →

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Parts of the Body; January 26, 2023

Posted on January 31, 2023 by jgarrott

1 Corinthians 12:26 If one part suffers, every part suffers with it; if one part is honored, every part rejoices with it. I think the biggest issue for most American Christians, at any rate, is recognizing that they are part … Continue reading →

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Supernatural Response; January 19, 2023

Posted on January 20, 2023 by jgarrott

Acts 16:25 About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were listening to them. The picture here is clear. Luke specifies in verse 23 that they had been “severely” flogged, and their … Continue reading →

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Focus; January 17, 2023

Posted on January 18, 2023 by jgarrott

Acts 13:52 And the disciples were filled with joy and with the Holy Spirit. Paul and Barnabas and those who received their message had just experienced good things and bad things. Many people had believed the Gospel and been saved, … Continue reading →

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Conscience; January 13, 2023

Posted on January 14, 2023 by jgarrott

Acts 2:23 “This man was handed over to you by God’s set purpose and foreknowledge; and you, with the help of wicked men, put him to death by nailing him to the cross.” For once, I am writing on a … Continue reading →

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God’s Plans; January 6, 2023

Posted on January 7, 2023 by jgarrott

Luke 19:41-42 As he approached Jerusalem and saw the city, he wept over it and said, “If you, even you, had only known on this day what would bring you peace–but now it is hidden from your eyes. God’s plans, … Continue reading →

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Sin and Repentance; January 5, 2023

Posted on January 6, 2023 by jgarrott

Luke 15:7 “I tell you that in the same way there will be more rejoicing in heaven over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to repent.” I think we tend to misunderstand two … Continue reading →

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Confirmations; December 28, 2022

Posted on December 29, 2022 by jgarrott

Matt 2:10 When they saw the star, they were overjoyed. In the Christmas story we often talk about the faith of Mary and of Joseph, but when you think about it, the Magi also had exemplary faith. There is no … Continue reading →

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