Monthly Archives: November 2013

Great is the LORD!

Posted on November 19, 2013 by Don Merritt

Great is the Lord, and greatly to be praised; And His greatness is unsearchable. Psalm 145:3 What are you doing today? Are you going to work, to school, to the Mall? Will you be doing housework, yard work, watching TV…? Consider how much time we … Continue reading →

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The New Covenant, part 2

Posted on November 18, 2013 by Don Merritt

New Covenant Terms In the Old Covenant, man’s promises were the terms of the covenant; man’s obligations. That these obligations needed to be kept was obvious, and those obligations are clearly listed. What are our obligations (terms or stipulations) living … Continue reading →

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Healing

Posted on November 18, 2013 by Don Merritt

If my people, who are called by my name, will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven, and I will forgive their sin and will heal their … Continue reading →

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Sunday Class Notes: November 17

Posted on November 17, 2013 by Don Merritt

The End of the Story Today’s Text: Matthew 25 Introduction Chapter 25 is a direct continuation of 24: 35-51, so it will be helpful to keep in mind what transpired in that section before we continue. Jesus had been telling … Continue reading →

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Hope!

Posted on November 16, 2013 by Don Merritt

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Saturday Morning

Posted on November 16, 2013 by Don Merritt

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Changes and big prayers

Posted on November 15, 2013 by Don Merritt

I noticed many changes in our Nation’s Capital this year that Americans might want to think about. I also have many dear followers who are in other countries, and these things may apply where you are, too; I don’t know … Continue reading →

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O Glorious Day!

Posted on November 15, 2013 by Don Merritt

A new day dawns, and as the light chases away the darkness, God’s glory is revealed to a slumbering world. The air is crisp and cool and filled with the expectation of newness and hope, yet there is a certain … Continue reading →

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OK Now What?

Posted on November 14, 2013 by Don Merritt

This morning was bright, sunny and crisp here, and I set out to get some pictures. I made sure to bring extra batteries with me as I caught the train downtown. My plan was to get some shots around the … Continue reading →

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Thanksgiving Reflections

Posted on November 14, 2013 by Don Merritt

Thanksgiving has been a central idea in American history and culture, even before there was an America. Of course all Americans have learned about the first Thanksgiving back in 1621 with the Pilgrims and the Indians, but there’s much more … Continue reading →