Monthly Archives: December 2013

Angels in the fields at night

Posted on December 18, 2013 by Don Merritt

“Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.” Luke 2:14 Thus sang the angelic host as they announced the birth of the King of kings. No doubt you have noticed … Continue reading →

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Guilt and Forgiveness

Posted on December 17, 2013 by Don Merritt

Over the years, I have seen a lot, heard a lot and read a lot. Believe it or not, I’ve listened and observed more than I have spoken, for I am quiet by nature. One thing that I have observed is … Continue reading →

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Can I have a word please?

Posted on December 17, 2013 by Don Merritt

“For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the … Continue reading →

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No Room at the Inn

Posted on December 16, 2013 by Don Merritt

So it was, that while they were there, the days were completed for her to be delivered. And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no … Continue reading →

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Season of Peace

Posted on December 16, 2013 by Don Merritt

“And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” Phil. 4:7 When you watch movies about Christmas, you almost get the idea that there is something magical about it, but sadly, … Continue reading →

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Sunday Class Notes: December 15

Posted on December 15, 2013 by Don Merritt

The Suffering Servant Isaiah 53 In Isaiah 53, the prophet describes for us a servant who would be despised, rejected and die; with the result of saving many. The poem here actually begins with verse 13 of the preceding chapter… … Continue reading →

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A Special Gift

Posted on December 14, 2013 by Don Merritt

Most people associate Christmas with happy memories, good cheer, joy, love, peace and warmth. Yet for many, the season can be very difficult. Many who are experiencing financial hardship find that the celebration is more than they can handle; their … Continue reading →

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God’s Vineyard

Posted on December 13, 2013 by Don Merritt

Isaiah 5:1-7 Introduction This passage is a parable. A teacher may use a parable to aid his hearer to recognize his own sin by separating the hearer from the story; that is to draw them into the story before they … Continue reading →

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Snow on the Roses

Posted on December 13, 2013 by Don Merritt

We are about to head into a crazy weekend; I can’t wait to be stuck in the traffic of shoppers who are beginning to feel frantic. There are parties, church programs, family get-togethers and I’m not sure what all on … Continue reading →

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Empires and Systems

Posted on December 12, 2013 by Don Merritt

There was a time when the greatest and most powerful empire of all time sat astride the known world and ruled with an iron fist, but that empire’s rule was different that those that had gone before it, because they … Continue reading →