Monthly Archives: April 2018

What Was She Thinking?

Posted on April 6, 2018 by Don Merritt

One day Ruth’s mother-in-law Naomi said to her, “My daughter, I must find a home for you, where you will be well provided for. Now Boaz, with whose women you have worked, is a relative of ours. Tonight he will be winnowing barley on … Continue reading →

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“Reflections on Mark” Released Today

Posted on April 5, 2018 by Don Merritt

I have added our study of the gospel of Mark to my website for free download for anyone interested. You may download HERE

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Naomi’s Reaction

Posted on April 5, 2018 by Don Merritt

Ruth 2:18-22 After the events of Ruth 2:1-17, Ruth returns home with the grain she had obtained from her gleaning in the fields of Boaz. First, she gives the leftovers from her meal to Naomi to eat, and then Naomi, … Continue reading →

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Working in the Fields

Posted on April 5, 2018 by Don Merritt

Ruth 2:1-17 Chapter 2 begins with a statement: Now Naomi had a relative on her husband’s side, a man of standing from the clan of Elimelek, whose name was Boaz. (2:1) This verse seems to come out of left field; it interrupts the … Continue reading →

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Photo of the Week: April 4, 2018

Posted on April 4, 2018 by Don Merritt

April in DC

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Hardship and an Uncertain Future

Posted on April 4, 2018 by Don Merritt

Ruth 1:6-22 We pick up the story in the midst of calamity for Naomi and her two daughters in law. All of their husbands have died and they have no way to earn a living in Moab without them and … Continue reading →

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Ruth and Boaz, a Story for all Time

Posted on April 4, 2018 by Don Merritt

Are you ready for a little adventure? Good, so am I! The Old Testament book of Ruth is often used as a women’s Bible study, and I can see why when it shows the amazing faith of a young widow … Continue reading →

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“Reflections on 1 Corinthians” Released

Posted on April 3, 2018 by Don Merritt

Today I’ve added our study of 1 Corinthians to my “Reflections” series. More coming soon… To download, click HERE

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Some Final Words from Paul

Posted on April 3, 2018 by Don Merritt

1 Corinthians 16 There is a great deal of historical information in chapter 16, and I would encourage everyone to read it. Yet, for all intents and purposes, the letter was completed in 15:59. I’m saying that based upon its … Continue reading →

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The Cry of My Heart

Posted on April 3, 2018 by Don Merritt

How lovely is your dwelling place, Lord Almighty! My soul yearns, even faints, for the courts of the Lord; my heart and my flesh cry out for the living God. Psalm 84:1-2 What does your soul yearn for− what does your heart cry … Continue reading →