Tag Archives: spiritual growth

Honesty; May 23, 2018

Posted on May 24, 2018 by jgarrott

Matthew 22:18 But Jesus, knowing their evil intent, said, “You hypocrites, why are you trying to trap me?” These passages were chosen on the basis of God giving or providing things, but here Jesus gives a very astute, politically incorrect … Continue reading →

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Our Concept of God; May 15, 2018

Posted on May 17, 2018 by jgarrott

Matt 15:28 Then Jesus answered, “Woman, you have great faith! Your request is granted.” And her daughter was healed from that very hour. I have always heard this story told as the woman being praised for her persistence, but just … Continue reading →

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The Lessons God Provides; April 11, 2018

Posted on April 13, 2018 by jgarrott

Jonah 4: 6, 7, 8 The Lord (God) provided … The turn of phrase in this chapter is very instructive. We think of God providing things we want, but we don’t think of Him providing things we don’t want. Providing … Continue reading →

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Remorse and Repentance; March 30, 2018

Posted on April 1, 2018 by jgarrott

Luke 22:61-62 The Lord turned and looked straight at Peter. Then Peter remembered the word the Lord had spoken to him: “Before the cock crows today, you will disown me three times.” And he went outside and wept bitterly. It … Continue reading →

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God’s Plans; March 13, 2018

Posted on March 14, 2018 by jgarrott

Daniel 2:11, 19 “What the king asks is too difficult. No one can reveal it to the king except the gods, and they do not live among men.” During the night the mystery was revealed to Daniel in a vision. … Continue reading →

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Abilities; March 12, 2018

Posted on March 14, 2018 by jgarrott

Daniel 1:17 To these four young men God gave knowledge and understanding of all kinds of literature and learning. And Daniel could understand visions and dreams of all kinds. The biggest point of this verse to me is that abilities … Continue reading →

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Who We Trust; February 15, 2018

Posted on February 18, 2018 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 17:5 This is what the Lord says: “Cursed is the one who trusts in man, who depends on flesh for his strength and whose heart turns away from the Lord.” This is certainly a follow-up on yesterday’s message! This … Continue reading →

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Disciples; January 29, 2018

Posted on February 3, 2018 by jgarrott

Isaiah 50:4 The Sovereign Lord has given me an instructed tongue, to know the word that sustains the weary. He wakens me morning by morning, wakens my ear to listen like one being taught. We are remarkably stubborn much of … Continue reading →

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Waiting in Hope; January 21, 2018

Posted on January 24, 2018 by jgarrott

Isaiah 40:30-31 Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they … Continue reading →

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Teachers; January 19, 2018

Posted on January 21, 2018 by jgarrott

Isaiah 30:20-21 Although the Lord gives you the bread of adversity and the water of affliction, your teachers will be hidden no more; with your own eyes you will see them. Whether you turn to the right or to the … Continue reading →

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