Monthly Archives: October 2014

The Counselor

Posted on October 22, 2014 by Don Merritt

John 14:15-31 Today’s scene is a continuation of the Farewell Discourse of Jesus.  Jesus has just told the remaining disciples that anything they ask in his name will be given to them.  Keep in mind that in context this was … Continue reading →

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Sunday at the White House

Posted on October 21, 2014 by Don Merritt

Last week, as I was sitting in front of my computer wondering why I couldn’t get an internet connection, I started thinking about how glad I will be to get out of here; I will be glad when I can … Continue reading →

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The Way, the Truth and the Life

Posted on October 21, 2014 by Don Merritt

John 14:1-14 We continue today with the “Farewell Discourse” of Jesus with his disciples.  This particular text is one of the most beloved texts in all of the Scriptures, full of love, hope and reassurance.  From this text come some … Continue reading →

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A New Command

Posted on October 21, 2014 by Don Merritt

John 13:18-38 The scene continues from last time, it is the last supper in the upper room.  Jesus and his disciples are reclining at the table as Jesus continues his remarks after washing their feet. He has just said that … Continue reading →

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Humility Exemplified

Posted on October 20, 2014 by Don Merritt

John 13:1-17 This is the beginning of the second section of John’s Gospel; there are no more scenes of Jesus teaching the crowds.  The pattern of chapters 2-12 where there is a miracle or sign followed by Jesus giving an … Continue reading →

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The Hour has Come

Posted on October 20, 2014 by Don Merritt

John 12:20-35 We pick up the story after Jesus has entered Jerusalem; His “Triumphal Entry”.  The news of His having raised Lazarus has spread like wildfire through the region and people are flocking to Jesus like never before, some just … Continue reading →

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It’s All about Priorities

Posted on October 19, 2014 by Don Merritt

John 12:1-11 The scene for this text is set at six days before Passover when Jesus and his group reach Bethany.  This is also right after he has raised Lazarus from the tomb and Lazarus, Mary and Martha are in … Continue reading →

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He said what…?

Posted on October 16, 2014 by Don Merritt

John 10:22-42 This passage is a continuation of the discussion regarding who the Jews’ father was. In that passage (9:13-34) the discussion was about the opponents of Jesus and their “father”, while today’s passage sets out very clearly whose Son … Continue reading →

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Photo of the Week: October 15, 2014

Posted on October 15, 2014 by Don Merritt
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The Good Shepherd

Posted on October 15, 2014 by Don Merritt

John 10:1-21 This passage is figurative. (John 10:6) There are 8 components of the extended metaphor in this section: The shepherd is the caretaker and owner of the sheep. The sheep (flock) are the animals that the shepherd loves and … Continue reading →

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