Author Archives: Don Merritt

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About Don Merritt

A long time teacher and writer, Don hopes to share his varied life's experiences in a different way with a Christian perspective.

Victory in Christ: The Life That Conquers Death

Posted on June 10, 2026 by Don Merritt

Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?”  John 11:25–26 In … Continue reading →

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Betwixt and Between

Posted on June 9, 2026 by Don Merritt

Yesterday saw my last post on Proverbs; I set out to finish the book this time, unlike 11 years ago when I didn’t make it to the end. I’m sorry to say that even though It’s done, I am not … Continue reading →

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Perfect Love Casts out Fear

Posted on June 9, 2026 by Don Merritt

There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. 1 John 4:18 Fear is one of the oldest companions of the … Continue reading →

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Final Thoughts on Proverbs

Posted on June 8, 2026 by Don Merritt

Reflection: Proverbs and Christ as Divine Wisdom The New Testament reveals that Christ Himself is the wisdom of God (1 Corinthians 1:24, 30). When we read Proverbs through that lens, the chapter becomes more than moral instruction—it becomes a portrait … Continue reading →

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The Heavens Declare

Posted on June 8, 2026 by Don Merritt

The heavens declare the glory of God;     the skies proclaim the work of his hands. Day after day they pour forth speech;    night after night they display knowledge.   There is no speech or language    where their voice is not heard.Their voice goes out into all the earth,    their words … Continue reading →

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The Path of Life

Posted on June 7, 2026 by Don Merritt

Enter through the narrow gate. For wide is the gate and broad is the road that leads to destruction, and many enter through it. But small is the gate and narrow the road that leads to life, and only a few find … Continue reading →

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Under the Shadow of the Almighty

Posted on June 6, 2026 by Don Merritt

A Devotional on Psalm 91:1–2 “Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most Highwill rest in the shadow of the Almighty.I will say of the Lord, ‘He is my refuge and my fortress,my God, in whom I trust.’” Psalm 91:1–2 … Continue reading →

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The Wife of Noble Character

Posted on June 5, 2026 by Don Merritt

Proverbs 31:10–31 has often been read as a portrait of an ideal woman—strong, capable, wise, and deeply faithful. Yet beneath the description of her character, we can also see a powerful reflection of God’s love for us and His vision … Continue reading →

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God Our Rock and Refuge: A Devotional on Psalm 18:1–3

Posted on June 5, 2026 by Don Merritt

“I love you, O Lord, my strength. The Lord is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer, my God, my rock, in whom I take refuge, my shield, and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold. I call upon … Continue reading →

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Photo of the Week: June 4, 2026

Posted on June 4, 2026 by Don Merritt

This is a photo of the White House in Washington, DC, as I’m sure you know, but there is something unusual about it. For one thing, there’s no fountain- there’s a statue of Thomas Jefferson instead. For another, it looks … Continue reading →

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