Category Archives: Bible

Light of the World

Posted on July 27, 2024 by Don Merritt

When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” John 8:12 John used light and darkness in his Gospel to refer … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: July, 21, 2024

Posted on July 21, 2024 by Don Merritt

Introduction to Ecclesiastes As we begin our adventure through Ecclesiastes, we should set out a little background information about it. First of all, I want to be very up front with you: This book is a little tricky, so we … Continue reading →

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What you look for you will find

Posted on July 20, 2024 by Don Merritt

If you are thinking about buying a green car, you will suddenly notice that there are many green cars on the road; if you are thinking about buying a new green Toyota, you’ll start to see them everywhere. If you … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Class Notes: 7/17/24

Posted on July 17, 2024 by Don Merritt

Therefore, brothers and sisters, since we have confidence to enter the Most Holy Place by the blood of Jesus, by a new and living way opened for us through the curtain, that is, his body, and since we have a … Continue reading →

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To See God

Posted on July 16, 2024 by Don Merritt

The expression “pure in heart” refers to a person whose inner most thoughts, motivation and purpose are pure, clean, wholesome and good; this is the one who will see God. To see God is to believe in God, and even … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Class Notes: July 10, 2024

Posted on July 10, 2024 by Don Merritt

Who is going to harm you if you are eager to do good? But even if you should suffer for what is right, you are blessed. “Do not fear their threats; do not be frightened.” But in your hearts revere Christ as … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: June 30, 2024

Posted on June 30, 2024 by Don Merritt

As Jesus walked beside the Sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and his brother Andrew casting a net into the lake, for they were fishermen. “Come, follow me,” Jesus said, “and I will send you out to fish for people.” At once they … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: June 23.2024

Posted on June 23, 2024 by Don Merritt

At that time the disciples came to Jesus and asked, “Who, then, is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” He called a little child to him, and placed the child among them. And he said: “Truly I tell you, unless you … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: June 16, 2024

Posted on June 16, 2024 by Don Merritt

Ephesians 2:1-10 Beginning here in chapter two, Paul reminds us of how we have been made alive in Christ. It’s a funny thing, but I nearly added the word “again” to that sentence, but Paul’s point is not that we … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: May 12, 2024

Posted on May 12, 2024 by Don Merritt

Peter speaks at Pentecost Acts 2:14-47 Peter begins by speaking to the silly notion that they are all drunk, reminding the crowd that it was still only nine in the morning. By tradition, the ninth hour was the time for … Continue reading →

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