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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.

Born Again, Part 8

Posted on July 9, 2026 by Don Merritt

The Spirit of Renewal in Mission — Sent as Those Born from Above The new birth is never meant to end with us. The same Spirit who gives life also sends life. When Jesus breathed on His disciples and said, … Continue reading →

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Rest for the Weary

Posted on July 8, 2026 by Don Merritt

“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your … Continue reading →

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The Church Born from Above

Posted on July 7, 2026 by Don Merritt

The Church Born from Above — A Community Shaped by New Birth When Jesus spoke of being “born from above,” He was not only describing a personal transformation. He was announcing the beginning of a new community — a people … Continue reading →

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Trust That Leads to Clarity

Posted on July 6, 2026 by Don Merritt

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight.” Proverbs 3:5–6  Back when I was 16, I lost a bet with a … Continue reading →

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Strength Renewed in Waiting

Posted on July 5, 2026 by Don Merritt

“But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” Isaiah 40:31  Waiting on God is rarely passive. It’s the … Continue reading →

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July 4, 2026

Posted on July 4, 2026 by Don Merritt
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God’s Presence in the Storm

Posted on July 4, 2026 by Don Merritt

“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you.” Isaiah 43:2 There are seasons when the waters rise and the current feels relentless — when faith … Continue reading →

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God’s Guidance and Protection

Posted on July 3, 2026 by Don Merritt

“I will instruct you and teach you in the way you should go; I will counsel you with my loving eye on you.” Psalm 32:8 There’s a quiet comfort in knowing that God doesn’t just point toward the path — He … Continue reading →

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Living the Witness — How New Birth Renews the World

Posted on July 2, 2026 by Don Merritt

Born Again, Part 6 Spiritual rebirth is not only a private miracle; it is a public calling. When Jesus said, “You must be born from above,” He was describing the beginning of a life that radiates God’s presence into the … Continue reading →

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God’s Sovereign Goodness in All Things

Posted on July 1, 2026 by Don Merritt

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”   Romans 8:28 There are moments when life feels tangled — when the path ahead is … Continue reading →

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