Monthly Archives: September 2012

Setting or Rising?

Posted on September 7, 2012 by Don Merritt

When the Constitutional Convention ended in Philadelphia back in 1787, Benjamin Franklin remarked that during the long process of drafting the U.S. Constitution, he had taken notice of the sun engraving on the back of George Washington’s chair and wondered … Continue reading →

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The Majesty of God

Posted on September 6, 2012 by Don Merritt

Great is the Lord and most worthy of praise; his greatness no one can fathom. One generation will commend your works to another; they will tell of your mighty acts. They will speak of the glorious splendor of your majesty, and I will meditate on … Continue reading →

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Love each other

Posted on September 5, 2012 by Don Merritt

The end of all things is near. Therefore be clear minded and self-controlled so that you can pray. Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. 1 Peter 4:7-8 Have you noticed that there are two great themes … Continue reading →

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Quote of the Week

Posted on September 5, 2012 by Don Merritt

“The most important thing a father can do for his children is to love their mother.” ~Henry Ward Beecher

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Prepare for Action

Posted on September 4, 2012 by Don Merritt

Consider that great salvation that we have received; consider how it makes the cares and problems of this world shrink to insignificance. Ponder how great salvation is; how truly magnificent the works of the Lord are. Therefore, prepare your minds … Continue reading →

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Praise be to God

Posted on September 3, 2012 by Don Merritt

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, and into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade—kept … Continue reading →

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Sunday Class Notes: September 2

Posted on September 2, 2012 by Don Merritt

Philippians Chapter One Today is the beginning of a new series of Class Notes as we completed John last week. Today we begin a study of the Book of Philippians. Background To whom was this written?: … Continue reading →

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Stand Firm

Posted on September 1, 2012 by Don Merritt

Therefore, my dear brothers, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain. 1 Corinthians 15:58 Stand firm! We are not … Continue reading →