Monthly Archives: May 2019

The Genealogy of Jesus Christ: Introduction

Posted on May 21, 2019 by Don Merritt

I’ll confess to you right here and now that when I sit down to read the Bible, I skip the genealogies, but when I sit down to study the Bible, I look for genealogies. For many who casually read the … Continue reading →

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A Brief introduction to the Gospel of Matthew

Posted on May 21, 2019 by Don Merritt

From the second century AD onward, Matthew the tax collector has been identified as the author of this, the first Gospel in our New Testament. As is true with the other three Gospels, it first began to be circulated without … Continue reading →

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TLP Living: 5/20/19

Posted on May 20, 2019 by Don Merritt

  A Strong and Vibrant Relationship I.ve used this story many times, let’s be clear about that. Why wouldn’t I use it? It’s a great story, and it has the added bonus of being true! Once upon a time I … Continue reading →

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TLP Inspiration: May 20, 2019

Posted on May 20, 2019 by Don Merritt

The Next Move Here we are at the chess board, looking intently at the pieces on the table and trying to plot our next move… but this is no game−  it’s life. Each of us has life moves to make; … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: May 19, 2019

Posted on May 19, 2019 by Don Merritt

Title: But We See Jesus! Text: Hebrews 2:1-13 We must pay the most careful attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away. For since the message spoken through angels was binding, and every violation and disobedience received … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes May 5, 2019

Posted on May 5, 2019 by Don Merritt

Title: Problems in the Church Text: 3 John John’s last letter. So short, so telling. John is writing to his friend and brother Gaius.  He seems to have been a leader in the church, and even though there are other … Continue reading →

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