Monthly Archives: August 2018

The Letter to Pergamum

Posted on August 15, 2018 by Don Merritt

Pergamum was the Roman capital of Asia, the seat of Roman authority and of Emperor Worship. It was also the center for the worship of the Roman god of healing that was symbolized by a serpent, an image you might … Continue reading →

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Test the Spirits

Posted on August 15, 2018 by Don Merritt

Dear friends, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world. This is how you can recognize the Spirit of God: Every spirit that acknowledges … Continue reading →

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The Letter to Smyrna

Posted on August 14, 2018 by Don Merritt

Smyrna was the rival of Ephesus, a great and beautiful city built on the slopes rising out of the sea. Its buildings were a sight to behold and it was the most loyal of allies to Rome. Later it would … Continue reading →

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Do You Really Know for Sure?

Posted on August 14, 2018 by Don Merritt

This is how we know that we belong to the truth and how we set our hearts at rest in his presence: If our hearts condemn us, we know that God is greater than our hearts, and he knows everything. … Continue reading →

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TLP Inspiration: August 13, 2018

Posted on August 13, 2018 by Don Merritt

The Cry of My Heart 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 Good Monday Morning from the Heartland. … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: August 12, 2018

Posted on August 12, 2018 by Don Merritt

Title: Dealing with a Storm Text: Mark 4:35-41 Parallel Texts: Matthew 8:23-27; Luke 8:22-25 Right after Jesus wrapped up His teaching in parables, He was tired and ready to leave, so the disciples joined Him in the boat, and they … Continue reading →

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TLP Inspiration: August 11, 2018

Posted on August 11, 2018 by Don Merritt

Do We Really Need Jesus? Good Saturday from the Heartland.  “It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick. But go and learn what this means: ‘I desire mercy, not sacrifice.’ For I have not come to call the … Continue reading →

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The Letter to Ephesus

Posted on August 10, 2018 by Don Merritt

Ephesus was a great city; a transportation and commercial hub, and the home of the great temple of Diana. We discussed its ancient significance in our study of Ephesians, and as the recipient of one of Paul’s epistles the church … Continue reading →

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Love is Active

Posted on August 10, 2018 by Don Merritt

This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers and sisters. If anyone has material possessions and sees a brother or sister in … Continue reading →

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Joshua 24 and the Seven Letters in Revelation

Posted on August 9, 2018 by Don Merritt

Joshua 24:1-27 gives us a re-statement of the Mosaic Covenant between God and His people as they take possession of the Promised Land at long last. As I mentioned yesterday, its structure is very similar to that of the seven … Continue reading →

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