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Fasting

Posted on September 5, 2024 by Don Merritt

When you fast, do not look somber as the hypocrites do, for they disfigure their faces to show others they are fasting. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full. But when you fast, put oil on your head and … Continue reading →

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“This, then, is how you should pray”

Posted on September 4, 2024 by Don Merritt

“This, then, is how you should pray: “‘Our Father in heaven,hallowed be your name,your kingdom come,your will be done,    on earth as it is in heaven.Give us today our daily bread.And forgive us our debts,    as we also have forgiven our debtors.And lead us … Continue reading →

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Prayer

Posted on September 3, 2024 by Don Merritt

“And when you pray, do not be like the hypocrites, for they love to pray standing in the synagogues and on the street corners to be seen by others. Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full. But when … Continue reading →

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Relationship With God

Posted on September 2, 2024 by Don Merritt

Be careful not to practice your righteousness in front of others to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven. Matthew 6:1 Thus far in the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus has … Continue reading →

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Love… all of ‘em

Posted on August 30, 2024 by Don Merritt

“You have heard that it was said, ‘Love your neighbor and hate your enemy.’  But I tell you, love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you, that you may be children of your Father in heaven. He causes his sun to rise … Continue reading →

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The Way

Posted on August 29, 2024 by Don Merritt
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No Swearing!

Posted on August 28, 2024 by Don Merritt

“Again, you have heard that it was said to the people long ago, ‘Do not break your oath, but fulfill to the Lord the vows you have made.’ But I tell you, do not swear an oath at all: either by heaven, for … Continue reading →

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Adultery

Posted on August 26, 2024 by Don Merritt

“You have heard that it was said, ‘You shall not commit adultery. ’But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart. If your right eye causes you to stumble, … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: August 25, 2024

Posted on August 25, 2024 by Don Merritt

Ecclesiastes 3: 16-22 Our most excellent adventure now examines the state of judgment both here on earth, and in heaven. Before we look at the text, I would be remiss if I didn’t remind you that we are still within … Continue reading →

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The Lord is my Shepherd- 2

Posted on August 24, 2024 by Don Merritt

Even though I walk    through the darkest valley,I will fear no evil,    for you are with me;your rod and your staff,    they comfort me. Psalm 23:4 The Lord is my shepherd; He leads us, He provides for us, He protects us… Even so, … Continue reading →

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