Monthly Archives: March 2025

Love is Active

Posted on March 31, 2025 by Don Merritt

Those who consider themselves religious and yet do not keep a tight rein on their tongues deceive themselves, and their religion is worthless. Religion that God our Father accepts as pure and faultless is this: to look after orphans and … Continue reading →

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God’s Love for Us

Posted on March 31, 2025 by Don Merritt

Having completed our study of Spiritual Practices, at least for now, we turn to a new study, this time a study of forgiveness. These posts will run as the early (6 AM Eastern) posts on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. The … Continue reading →

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A Thought for Sunday

Posted on March 30, 2025 by Don Merritt

Commit to the Lord whatever you do,    and he will establish your plans. Proverbs 16:3 This maxim should give us pause; especially if we are wise. Why do we do the things we do, to advance His glory or to glorify ourselves? If … Continue reading →

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Do what it says!

Posted on March 29, 2025 by Don Merritt

Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says. Anyone who listens to the word but does not do what it says is like someone who looks at his face in a mirror and, … Continue reading →

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Slow to Speak

Posted on March 28, 2025 by Don Merritt

My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires. Therefore, get rid of all moral … Continue reading →

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Proverbs 14:29

Posted on March 28, 2025 by Don Merritt

Whoever is patient has great understanding,    but one who is quick-tempered displays folly. I’m not really sure what I can say to enhance or explain this proverb, for it seems pretty obvious to me what Solomon is getting at, other than … Continue reading →

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The Trails of Life

Posted on March 27, 2025 by Don Merritt

Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him. When tempted, no one should say, “God is tempting … Continue reading →

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Psalm 14:6

Posted on March 27, 2025 by Don Merritt

The mocker seeks wisdom and finds none,    but knowledge comes easily to the discerning. I used to listen to the Art Bell Show on the radio; it was always interesting and fun to listen to. Mr. Bell always had interesting guests … Continue reading →

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Photography

Posted on March 26, 2025 by Don Merritt

Back in my high school days I became interested in photography. My school had photography as an elective, but I always took history electives instead, so I did what I always did when I wanted to know about something, I … Continue reading →

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Rich and Poor

Posted on March 25, 2025 by Don Merritt

Believers in humble circumstances ought to take pride in their high position. But the rich should take pride in their humiliation—since they will pass away like a wild flower. For the sun rises with scorching heat and withers the plant; … Continue reading →

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