Category Archives: Bible

While I Was Away… part 2

Posted on February 25, 2021 by Don Merritt

Before we left Iowa for the move to Florida last fall, we pretty much remained at home, not really seeing anyone for our last 3 weeks. Three days before we hit the road, my wife Cathy went to the auto … Continue reading →

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What a Hope We Have!

Posted on February 25, 2021 by Don Merritt

For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. Then you will call on me and come and pray to me, … Continue reading →

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While I Was Away…

Posted on February 24, 2021 by Don Merritt

There are times in this life when I agree to do things that surprise me; one of those things happened last summer. It all began last spring… Throughout our adult lives, my wife and I have dealt with our responsibilities. … Continue reading →

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Old Dogs and New Ways for Old Tricks

Posted on February 23, 2021 by Don Merritt

I want to thank everyone who commented on my little epistle yesterday about our new block editor here on WrodPress. OK fine, I’ve decided to shut up and figure it out just like everyone else! You must understand how I … Continue reading →

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I might be back…

Posted on February 22, 2021 by Don Merritt

…or maybe not! Yesterday morning I posted for the first time in quite a number of months; I’ve been thinking about getting back to work here on WordPress for a while now. I had an eventful Sabbatical, by the way. … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: February 21, 2021

Posted on February 21, 2021 by Don Merritt

Basics of New Testament Worship (1) Text: John 4:21-24 What an exciting day this is- our first-ever worship service in a brand-new congregation! Have you ever wondered why it’s called, in Protestant circles at least, a worship service? The Biblical … Continue reading →

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A Final Thought

Posted on July 17, 2020 by Don Merritt

When I was a boy, I read a book about the life of Jesus, and it really got my attention. As I thought about it, and as I thought about this Jesus guy, I really had no problem believing that … Continue reading →

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“Do You Love Me?”

Posted on July 16, 2020 by Don Merritt

John 21 Chapter 20 is John’s record of events concerning the risen Christ in Jerusalem; chapter 21 is John’s story from Galilee.  Why the disciples had traveled there isn’t given, but it makes sense that they wouldn’t be staying on … Continue reading →

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Jesus With the Disciples

Posted on July 15, 2020 by Don Merritt

John 20:21-31 We pick up our story now when Jesus was with His disciples on the evening of the day when He rose from the tomb. Upon seeing Him, the disciples were thrill, however… This is no social call; Jesus … Continue reading →

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The Tomb is Empty!

Posted on July 14, 2020 by Don Merritt

John 20:1-20 Last time, our lesson closed when Pilate finally sent Jesus away to be crucified.  Now we pick up the story after the crucifixion has been completed, on the first day of the new week with Mary Magdalene who … Continue reading →

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