Tag Archives: treasure in heaven

Gain; January 9, 2024

Posted on January 10, 2024 by jgarrott

1 Timothy 6:6 But godliness with contentment is great gain. Talk about a verse of Scripture that is at odds with modern society! Both the godliness and the contentment seem to have been thrown out the window by a huge … Continue reading →

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Standing Firm; December 26, 2023

Posted on December 27, 2023 by jgarrott

1 Thessalonians 3:8 For now we really live, since you are standing firm in the Lord. In Japanese this verse uses a phrase that I have seen exclaimed over in various English publications, and that is ikigai, “a reason to … Continue reading →

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Sacrificing to God; November 2, 2021

Posted on November 6, 2021 by jgarrott

Hebrews 13:15-16 Through Jesus, therefore, let us continually offer to God a sacrifice of praise–the fruit of lips that confess his name. And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is … Continue reading →

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Fame; August 26, 2021

Posted on August 30, 2021 by jgarrott

Luke 6:12 One of those days Jesus went out to a mountainside to pray, and spent the night praying to God. I used to think this was largely hyperbole, but having a wife who will get up at all hours … Continue reading →

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Rewards; April 21, 2020

Posted on April 24, 2020 by jgarrott

Hebrews 6:10 God is not unjust; he will not forget your work and the love you have shown him as you have helped his people and continue to help them. Many years ago I wrote a bit of doggerel: “Satan … Continue reading →

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