Monthly Archives: March 2012

A Quiet Place

Posted on March 22, 2012 by Don Merritt

Life can be hectic and loud, but all of us need some peace and quiet some times. It helps us to recharge, to relax and to calm our thoughts. Yes, we all need a little peace and quiet, a little … Continue reading →

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You Never Can Tell

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Don Merritt

No sir, you really can’t tell! Take a look at this young man; go ahead, look closely. I wonder how old he is here, and what sort of a young man he was, I wonder what ever became of him… … Continue reading →

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Quote of the Week

Posted on March 21, 2012 by Don Merritt

“It is indeed probable that more harm and misery have been caused by men determined to use coercion to stamp out a moral evil than by men intent on doing evil.” — Friedrich A. Hayek

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Purpose and Power

Posted on March 20, 2012 by Don Merritt

Warships are built for a purpose, and to achieve that purpose they are loaded with power. When they are well commanded and on the right course, they become very powerful weapons. We too can be powerful weapons as Christians… but … Continue reading →

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Where did everybody go?

Posted on March 19, 2012 by Don Merritt

When Jesus taught the people that He is the bread of life, many, maybe most of those following him left. They deserted Him because He taught them that He was the very sustenance of life, and He used an example … Continue reading →

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Ups and Downs

Posted on March 19, 2012 by Don Merritt

Everything in life seems to have ups and downs, streets, economies, performance, interest, relationships… Some days we are at the top of our game; some days we aren’t. Sometimes things at home are great; other times not so much. Our … Continue reading →

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Sunday Class Notes: March 18

Posted on March 18, 2012 by Don Merritt

Jesus Speaks at Tabernacles Today’s Text: John 7:1-24 Introduction This chapter begins with discussions about whether or not Jesus would travel toJerusalemto attend the Feast of Tabernacles. This feast, also known as “Festival of Booths” was a week long celebration … Continue reading →

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Let’s Have a Party!

Posted on March 16, 2012 by Don Merritt

Everybody like to have fun! Most everyone likes a party! Parties are supposed to be a time of happiness and joy with friends, family and loved ones. Sometimes people sing out with joy and laughter; it’s a time to “let … Continue reading →

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Spring into WORK!

Posted on March 15, 2012 by Don Merritt

Spring has struck! In my area we are having a heat wave; for once we are near record high temperatures instead of setting all time lows… whle being lectured about global warming. On Tuesday I ventured outdoors into the glorious afternoon, … Continue reading →

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True Peace

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Don Merritt

The world always looks forward to times of peace and prosperity; the people of the world look forward to it. Candidates for office talk of peace, philosophers write of peace… …and yet peace in the world is elusive. The Bible … Continue reading →