Author Archives: Don Merritt

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.

Sunday Sermon Notes: September 18, 2022

Posted on September 18, 2022 by Don Merritt

Matthew 24:5-15 So much has been written of this passage! It’s kind of troubling, isn’t it? Wars, rumors of wars, famines, earthquakes… what does it all mean? Surely this is talking of the present day. Surely, we need to worry … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: September 11, 2022

Posted on September 10, 2022 by Don Merritt

Today’s Text: Matt. 24:29,34,35, 36 How many questions did they ask in Matthew 24:3? No interpretation of this text will succeed until we determine how many questions the disciples actually asked in Matt. 24:3. In simply looking at the question, … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: September 4, 2022

Posted on September 4, 2022 by Don Merritt

A brief Introduction to the Olivet Discourse: Matthew 24-25 Any time you are engaged in Bible study, you must ask yourself the following questions. I’ve included the answers for this text: Who is speaking?    Jesus (and his disciples in v. … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: August 28, 2022

Posted on August 28, 2022 by Don Merritt

The end of all things is near; therefore, be of sound judgment and sober spirit for the purpose of prayer. Above all, keep fervent in your love for one another, because love covers a multitude of sins. Be hospitable to one another without complaint. As each one has … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: August 21, 2022

Posted on August 21, 2022 by Don Merritt

Spiritual Gifts and the Character of God Spiritual Gifts go a long way in revealing the character of God. So, before we get into our lesson, let’s have a look at what they will reveal to us about God. To … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: August 14, 2022

Posted on August 14, 2022 by Don Merritt

1 Corinthians 12 Introduction 12:1-3 Many Gifts, One Spirit 12:4-6 There are different kinds of gifts, but the same Spirit distributes them.There are different kinds of service, but the same Lord.  There are different kinds of working, but in all of them … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: August 7, 2022

Posted on August 7, 2022 by Don Merritt

Romans 12:3-8 Paul set out his proposition in verses 1-2, that we offer ourselves as living sacrifices and be transformed by the renewing of our minds as a response to grace− in verses 3-8 we have our first lesson on … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: July 31, 2022

Posted on July 31, 2022 by Don Merritt

Introduction to Spiritual Gifts Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. Acts 2:38 The point of beginning … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: July 24, 2022

Posted on July 24, 2022 by Don Merritt

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 mentions of men with this name in Scripture, … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: July 17, 2022

Posted on July 17, 2022 by Don Merritt

This brief and rather curious letter begins by referencing its recipient as a “chosen lady” without ever mentioning a name.  Some have voiced speculation over the years as to who that lady might have been, but since the text doesn’t … Continue reading →

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