Tag Archives: trials

Divine Appointments; October 1, 2021

Posted on October 4, 2021 by jgarrott

Acts 16:18 She kept this up for many days. Finally Paul became so troubled that he turned around and said to the spirit, “In the name of Jesus Christ I command you to come out of her!” At that moment … Continue reading →

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Redemption; May 29, 2021

Posted on May 31, 2021 by jgarrott

2 Chronicles 33:12-13 In his distress he sought the favor of the Lord his God and humbled himself greatly before the God of his fathers. And when he prayed to him, the Lord was moved by his entreaty and listened … Continue reading →

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Gratitude; May 18, 2021

Posted on May 22, 2021 by jgarrott

1 Kings 17:18 She said to Elijah, “What do you have against me, man of God? Did you come to remind me of my sin and kill my son?” People are interesting. Not so long before this, the woman had … Continue reading →

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Response to Circumstances; May 3, 2021

Posted on May 5, 2021 by jgarrott

1 Samuel 2:2 “There is no one holy like the Lord; there is no one besides you; there is no Rock like our God. Recently I have been reminded many times that the people in the Bible for the most … Continue reading →

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Seeking God; February 16, 2021

Posted on February 19, 2021 by jgarrott

Jeremiah 29:13-14 “You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart. I will be found by you,” declares the Lord Some people seem to seek God halfheartedly, and that really doesn’t cut it. God … Continue reading →

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Living Hope; January 2, 2021

Posted on January 4, 2021 by jgarrott

1 Peter 1:3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead. I had … Continue reading →

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No Fear; September 30, 2020

Posted on October 5, 2020 by jgarrott

Psalm 112:7-8 He will have no fear of bad news; his heart is steadfast, trusting in the Lord. His heart is secure, he will have no fear; in the end he will look in triumph on his foes. This whole … Continue reading →

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Recognizing God; July 7, 2020

Posted on July 10, 2020 by jgarrott

Hosea 11:3 “It was I who taught Ephraim to walk, taking them by the arms; but they did not realize it was I who healed them.” This sad commentary is something I’m afraid the Lord has to say about a … Continue reading →

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Consequences of Sin; July 5, 2020

Posted on July 6, 2020 by jgarrott

Hosea 5:15 “Then I will go back to my place until they admit their guilt. And they will seek my face; in their misery they will earnestly seek me.” Time and time again the Bible records God allowing people to … Continue reading →

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Justice; July 2, 2020

Posted on July 4, 2020 by jgarrott

Ezekiel 34:16 “I will search for the lost and bring back the strays. I will bind up the injured and strengthen the weak, but the sleek and the strong I will destroy. I will shepherd the flock with justice.” God … Continue reading →

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