Monthly Archives: August 2012

The Rich Ruler

Posted on August 14, 2012 by Don Merritt

A rich ruler came to Jesus one day and asked Him how to “inherit eternal life.”  Jesus, in His reply ticked off five of the Ten Commandments, to which the rich man replied that he had kept them since he was … Continue reading →

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Like Little Children

Posted on August 13, 2012 by Don Merritt

People were bringing their little ones to Jesus hoping that He would touch them, but His disciples wanted to put a stop to the practice.  Jesus corrected them saying that unless we receive the kingdom of God “like a little … Continue reading →

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Sunday Class Notes: August 12

Posted on August 12, 2012 by Don Merritt

The Verdict Today’s Text               John 19:1-16 Introduction   These verses comprise one of the most amazing narratives in all of world literature.  They tell a terrible story of betrayal, hypocrisy, and weakness, evil and hate, yet through this quagmire of … Continue reading →

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The Persistent Widow

Posted on August 10, 2012 by Don Merritt

This parable is recorded in Luke 18:1-8, and was told to encourage the disciples to pray and not give up (v. 1). It is certainly interesting that in the preceding section, Jesus has been telling His disciples about His return, … Continue reading →

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The Dog Days of Summer

Posted on August 9, 2012 by Don Merritt

There are several names for this time of year like “the lazy hazy days of summer” and the “dog days” of summer.  I can understand the lazy and the hazy, but I’ve never quite followed the dog days; what do … Continue reading →

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The Power of the Gospel

Posted on August 8, 2012 by Don Merritt

The power of the Gospel is an awesome thing, surely the greatest power we know of.  It is greater than that of the atom, greater than the combined power of all nations of the globe; there is no greater power … Continue reading →

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Quote of the Week

Posted on August 8, 2012 by Don Merritt

“I didn’t attend the funeral, but I sent a nice letter saying I approved of it.” -Mark Twain

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An Ordination

Posted on August 7, 2012 by Don Merritt

  This past Sunday evening we had an Ordination Service at my home church in Milan, Illinois.  For most folks, this may not seem all that interesting, but from my point of view, it was a very big deal, for … Continue reading →

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Standing Tall in the Lord

Posted on August 6, 2012 by Don Merritt

It is popular in our day and age to stand up for what you believe.  People stand up for all kinds of things these from animal rights to going green, from progressive social causes to free speech… In all of … Continue reading →

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Sunday Bible Study Notes: August 5

Posted on August 5, 2012 by Don Merritt

On Trial   Today’s Text               John 18:28-40 Introduction   Our story has progressed from where we left off last week.  Jesus and the disciples left the upper room and went to the garden where Jesus was arrested while at prayer.  … Continue reading →

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