Monthly Archives: March 2017

Not an Easy Question

Posted on March 2, 2017 by Don Merritt

Luke 17:20-37 On a particular occasion some Pharisees asked Jesus when the Kingdom of God would come (17:20). In His answer, He both conceals and reveals the answer; it’s one of those “he who has eyes to see” kind of … Continue reading →

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Healing Lepers

Posted on March 2, 2017 by Don Merritt

Luke 17:11-19 The scene has changed; Jesus and His party are on the road again travelling near the Samaritan border on the road to Jerusalem. Suddenly 10 lepers cry out to Jesus for mercy. He tells them to present themselves … Continue reading →

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Photo of the Week: March 1, 2017

Posted on March 1, 2017 by Don Merritt

A tug on the Mississippi River, October 2016

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Some Words for the Disciples

Posted on March 1, 2017 by Don Merritt

Luke 17:1-10 This is an odd passage because Jesus, who has been addressing Pharisees and teachers of the law now, turns to His disciples again with some instruction that might not quite seem to fit the situation… Yet other than … Continue reading →

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The Rich Man and Lazarus

Posted on March 1, 2017 by Don Merritt

Luke 16:19-31 It is very important to remember that this parable follows without any break whatsoever the previous parable, the Parable of the Unwise Manager. Thus, the context is still the same. In this one, Jesus is taking His message … Continue reading →

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