Tag Archives: the Bible

June 15, 2014

Posted on June 17, 2014 by jgarrott

Proverbs 14:12 There is a way that seems right to a man, but in the end it leads to death. This is a well-known verse, but I don’t recall noticing before that the Japanese says “straight” where the English says … Continue reading →

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May 26, 2014

Posted on May 27, 2014 by jgarrott

Psalm 119:165 Great peace have they who love your law, and nothing can make them stumble. There are two things here: peace and a lack of stumbling. Both are considered desirable by just about everyone, but they share a common … Continue reading →

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May 25, 2014

Posted on May 25, 2014 by jgarrott

Psalm 119:140 Your promises have been thoroughly tested, and your servant loves them. Various words are used throughout Psalm 119 to indicate what today we would lump together as the Bible, and reading various translations gives the impression that which … Continue reading →

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May 20, 2014

Posted on May 22, 2014 by jgarrott

Psalm 119:11 I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you. I have always thought this verse in English was a bit strange. What does it mean to “hide God’s Word,” anyway? However, the … Continue reading →

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February 16, 2014

Posted on February 19, 2014 by jgarrott

Hebrews 1:1-2 In the past God spoke to our forefathers through the prophets at many times and in various ways, but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son. The writer could say this freely because … Continue reading →

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February 13, 2014

Posted on February 16, 2014 by jgarrott

Colossians 3:16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom, and as you sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs with gratitude in your hearts to God. Paul’s letters generally … Continue reading →

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January 25, 2014

Posted on January 28, 2014 by jgarrott

Acts 10:43 “All the prophets testify about him that everyone who believes in him receives forgiveness of sins through his name.” We tend to forget that when the events recorded in the New Testament took place, the New Testament didn’t … Continue reading →

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January 22, 2014

Posted on January 23, 2014 by jgarrott

Acts 9:18 Immediately, something like scales fell from Saul’s eyes, and he could see again. What struck me as I read just now was the fact that virtually all Japanese are familiar with the expression, “scales from the eyes,” yet … Continue reading →

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August 18, 2013

Posted on August 21, 2013 by jgarrott

Joshua 1:8 “Do not let this Book of the Law depart from your mouth; meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do everything written in it. Then you will be prosperous and successful.” Up … Continue reading →

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August 17, 2013

Posted on August 18, 2013 by jgarrott

Deuteronomy 32:3-4 I will proclaim the name of the LORD. Oh, praise the greatness of our God! He is the Rock, his works are perfect, and all his ways are just. A faithful God who does no wrong, upright and … Continue reading →

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