Tag Archives: the Bible

Being an Example; October 28, 2025

Posted on October 29, 2025 by jgarrott

Philippians 4:9 Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you. This is certainly a statement of a man with a clear conscience. Many would … Continue reading →

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Worldview; October 27, 2025

Posted on October 28, 2025 by jgarrott

Philippians 3:8 What is more, I consider everything a loss because of the surpassing worth of knowing Christ Jesus my Lord, for whose sake I have lost all things. I consider them garbage, that I may gain Christ. I am fascinated, … Continue reading →

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The Holy Spirit our Teacher; September 25, 2025

Posted on September 26, 2025 by jgarrott

John 14:26 “But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you.” This is a vitally important verse about the ministry of the … Continue reading →

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Roots; September 8. 2025

Posted on September 9, 2025 by jgarrott

Matthew 13:20-21 The seed falling on rocky ground refers to someone who hears the word and at once receives it with joy. But since they have no root, they last only a short time. When trouble or persecution comes because of … 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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God’s Words; August 17, 2025

Posted on August 18, 2025 by jgarrott

Isaiah 55:11 “So is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty,but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it.” This whole chapter is so magnificent! I was singing it as … Continue reading →

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Joy in God’s Word; July 15, 2025

Posted on July 16, 2025 by jgarrott

Psalm 119:111 Your statutes are my heritage forever; they are the joy of my heart. Verse 11 and verse 105 are the most famous in this longest chapter in the Bible, and reasonably so, but we should not let the familiar … Continue reading →

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God’s Word; July 10, 2025

Posted on July 11, 2025 by jgarrott

Psalm 107:20 He sent out his word and healed them; he rescued them from the grave. I use this same devotional format in an online Bible study I do every week with a pastor friend in Northern Japan. We have been working steadily … Continue reading →

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Doing God’s Will; June 11, 2025

Posted on June 12, 2025 by jgarrott

Psalm 40:8 “I desire to do your will, my God; your law is within my heart.” Once again we have a Psalm in which every verse cries out for meditation, but then, that is a characteristic of good poetry: compressing deep meaning … Continue reading →

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The Bible; May 21, 2025

Posted on May 22, 2025 by jgarrott

Nehemiah 8:10 Nehemiah said, “Go and enjoy choice food and sweet drinks, and send some to those who have nothing prepared. This day is holy to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” The last line of … Continue reading →

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