Category Archives: Christian living

The Glory of God’s Creation

Posted on May 31, 2026 by Don Merritt

God’s creation of the universe around us and the world in which we live is truly an awesome thing to behold.  The universe is unimaginably huge, full of stars, galaxies and wonders.  Our world, the earth, is amazing in every … Continue reading →

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Living in the Presence of God

Posted on May 30, 2026 by Don Merritt

Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God. Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. For you died, and your life is now hidden with … Continue reading →

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Abiding in His Love

Posted on May 29, 2026 by Don Merritt

“I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.” — John 15:5 There is something deeply comforting about … Continue reading →

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Lesson 6: Walk in the Light

Posted on May 28, 2026 by Don Merritt

And do this, understanding the present time: The hour has already come for you to wake up from your slumber, because our salvation is nearer now than when we first believed. The night is nearly over; the day is almost here. So let … Continue reading →

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Lesson 5: Love

Posted on May 27, 2026 by Don Merritt

Let no debt remain outstanding, except the continuing debt to love one another, for whoever loves others has fulfilled the law. The commandments, “You shall not commit adultery,” “You shall not murder,” “You shall not steal,” “You shall not covet,” and … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day 2026

Posted on May 25, 2026 by Don Merritt

Today is Memorial Day in the US, a day set aside to remember all of those who have given their lives in service to their country for the protection of our Freedom. It seems to me that this is also … Continue reading →

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Our Hearts Cry Out!

Posted on May 24, 2026 by Don Merritt

How lovely is your dwelling place,    Lord Almighty!My soul yearns, even faints,    for the courts of the Lord;my heart and my flesh cry out    for the living God. Psalm 84:1-2 These opening verses of Psalm 84 capture a longing that is deeper than emotion—it is the … Continue reading →

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Praising God Today and Every Day

Posted on May 23, 2026 by Don Merritt

I will exalt you, my God the King;    I will praise your name for ever and ever.Every day I will praise you    and extol your name for ever and ever. Psalm 145:1-2 David opens this psalm with a vow, not a feeling. “I will exalt you… … Continue reading →

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My Lord, My Strength

Posted on May 22, 2026 by Don Merritt

“I love you, O Lord, my strength… The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer.” The opening lines of Psalm 18 are not quiet reflections—they are a declaration. David speaks as a man who has been pressed, hunted, … Continue reading →

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Lesson 1: Humble Service

Posted on May 20, 2026 by Don Merritt

Romans 12:3-8 Paul set out his proposition in verses 1-2, that we offer ourselves as living sacrifices and be transformed by the renewing of our minds as a response to grace; in verses 3-8 we have our first lesson on … Continue reading →

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