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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.

Photo of the Week: April 18, 2018

Posted on April 18, 2018 by Don Merritt

US Army Captain, Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, July 1863… or pehaps this would be more convincing: Either way, this was GEttysburg, PA…

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Forgiveness 2

Posted on April 18, 2018 by Don Merritt

God loves us in spite of everything In spite of everything that had happened between humanity and God, God continues to love us.  He loves us in good times and in bad, even when we are having all kinds of … Continue reading →

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Accusations, Integrity and Travel Plans

Posted on April 18, 2018 by Don Merritt

2 Corinthians 1:12-2:4 Now this is our boast: Our conscience testifies that we have conducted ourselves in the world, and especially in our relations with you, with integrity and godly sincerity. We have done so, relying not on worldly wisdom but on God’s grace. For … Continue reading →

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Forgiveness 1

Posted on April 17, 2018 by Don Merritt

God Loved Us See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! The reason the world does not know us is that it did not know him. … Continue reading →

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2 Corinthians Begins

Posted on April 17, 2018 by Don Merritt

2 Corinthians 1:1-11 Whatever contextual confusion there may be in this letter, it begins with the typical opening of a first century letter written in the Greek style. Paul identifies himself as the author, along with Timothy, and addresses the … Continue reading →

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TLP Living: 4/16/18

Posted on April 16, 2018 by Don Merritt

Working for the Railroad Happy Monday to you from the Heartland of America. I thought I’d share a little story with you today about two best friends… Jack and Tom were best friends all through school. They played ball together, … Continue reading →

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TLP Inspiration: 4/16/18

Posted on April 16, 2018 by Don Merritt

Harmony and Love Finally, all of you, be like-minded, be sympathetic, love one another, be compassionate and humble. 1Peter 3:8 A person who is always right carries a great burden with them; even more so if they know everything. Do you … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: April 15, 2018

Posted on April 15, 2018 by Don Merritt

Title: Your Spiritual Gift is the Gift of the Spirit Text: Acts 2:38-39 Reader’s Note: This series is based upon my workbook “Your Spiritual Gifts Revealed” which is available for free download at my website. Introduction The first and last … Continue reading →

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Here’s what I’ve come up with

Posted on April 14, 2018 by Don Merritt

If you’ve been dropping by here over the last few days, then you’ll know that I’ve been in the process of re-thinking this blog site and its future. So many have added comments, encouragement and suggestions, and I’d like to … Continue reading →

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Peace Be with You

Posted on April 14, 2018 by Don Merritt

Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or … Continue reading →

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