Category Archives: Christian Life

Is there really hope?

Posted on June 17, 2013 by Don Merritt

A few months back I came across a picture on the net that looked like it might have actually been a poster.  On it was a picture of a teapot and the words, “Where there is tea, there is hope.” … Continue reading →

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Man Without God

Posted on June 14, 2013 by Don Merritt

Throughout the history of Man people have tried to outsmart God.  This shouldn’t be a shock to anyone for the history of Man is the history of rebellion against God. You  hear this all the time when you see governments … Continue reading →

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Troubled Times

Posted on June 13, 2013 by Don Merritt

We are living in troubled times, and as each day goes by we hear more that gives us concern.  What is going on in this world? What is going on in our country! My initial reactions to the revelations that … Continue reading →

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Friends

Posted on June 12, 2013 by Don Merritt

There are times when you have the chance to step back and take stock, times when it’s perfectly natural to experience wonder at all of the things God is doing in your midst.  In these times, we have a sort … Continue reading →

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Just a Minute!

Posted on June 11, 2013 by Don Merritt

When my kids were teenagers, this was one of their favorite things to say when I would ask them to do something… and alas, I might have used the line myself a time or two. Of course as responsible adults, … Continue reading →

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Brotherly Love

Posted on June 10, 2013 by Don Merritt

   My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you.Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends. You are my friends if you do what I command. I no longer call you … Continue reading →

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Simple Faith!

Posted on June 8, 2013 by Don Merritt

Many have said that the simple things in life are the best.  Simple things don’t  cost much, usually aren’t flashy and are seldom mentioned in the newspapers…  Things like devotion to duty, love of family, faith in God and serving … Continue reading →

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Treasure… where?

Posted on June 7, 2013 by Don Merritt

eople get caught up with “stuff”; most of us fall into this trap at one time or another. How much stuff is enough?  Is it really true that the guy with the most toys wins? A farmer may put his … Continue reading →

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God’s Glory

Posted on June 6, 2013 by Don Merritt

    Everywhere we look God is glorified; everywhere we look God is busy. Every day we live we give glory to Him; every day we sing His praise. In all that we do we serve Him; all that we … Continue reading →

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A lot to offer

Posted on June 5, 2013 by Don Merritt

The other night I was at a celebration in a church for members who were about to graduate from high school and one of the points that came up was how much the world has to offer a young person … Continue reading →

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