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.

Preparing the Way

Posted on December 12, 2025 by Don Merritt

E. Annunciation of the Rise of John the Baptist  Luke 1:5-25 JERUSALEM Around 6 BC Zechariah and his wife Elizabeth were old and well beyond child bearing; they had no children and no hope of ever having children. He was … Continue reading →

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The Cycles of Life

Posted on December 11, 2025 by Don Merritt

There’s an order to life that is at the same time, both simple and profound.  It is simple in its predictability; it is profound in its impact. We know, for example that one season follows another, that winter comes before … Continue reading →

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Luke’s Genealogy

Posted on December 11, 2025 by Don Merritt

D. The Genealogy of Jesus   Luke 3:23-38 In contrast to Matthew’s much larger description of Jesus’ baptism, Luke moves right to the result of the baptism. Jesus was baptized and prayed, and when He did the heavens opened, the Spirit … Continue reading →

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Photo of the Week: December 10, 2025

Posted on December 10, 2025 by Don Merritt

Virginia Colonial Militia, Williamsburg, VA

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Glory!

Posted on December 10, 2025 by Don Merritt

“Glory to God in the highest heaven,    and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.”  Like 2:14 Thus sang the host of angels the night that Jesus was born in Bethlehem.  The shepherds who witnessed this were dumbstruck. … Continue reading →

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Matthew’s Genealogy of Jesus

Posted on December 10, 2025 by Don Merritt

C. The Last Part Matthew continues his genealogy as he moves from the first group of 14 names to the next. The first group culminates in King David, that glorious figure who is “a man after God’s own heart”, with … Continue reading →

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The Third Christmas Lesson

Posted on December 9, 2025 by Don Merritt

This is a Christmas carol that contains the essence of the yearning of a people for a savior.  “O Come, O Come Emmanuel, and ransom captive Israel” Hold on, wait!  Ransom…? Yes, Ransom. Israel was in slavery to sin; so were we.  Being held captive to … Continue reading →

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Matthew’s Genealogy of Jesus

Posted on December 9, 2025 by Don Merritt

B. Second Part This is the genealogy of Jesus the Messiah the son of David, the son of Abraham: (1:1) Matthew begins with this verse full of content and contextual implications. It would seem that Matthew is intent on linking the story of … Continue reading →

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Simple Things

Posted on December 8, 2025 by Don Merritt

Maybe I’m just getting old, but it seems to me that life is getting way too complicated these days.  I can remember an earlier time when people got along in life just fine without electronics, instant information and constant contact. … Continue reading →

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Matthew’s Genealogy

Posted on December 8, 2025 by Don Merritt

C. The Genealogy of Jesus Matthew 1:1-17 Matthew begins his telling of the story of Jesus Christ by giving us some vital insight into just exactly who this Jesus guy is, and He is no ordinary man. It is no … Continue reading →

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