Category Archives: Devotional Studies

Strength for the Storm

Posted on August 17, 2026 by Don Merritt

My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. 2 Corinthians 12:9 Provision is not always rescue. Sometimes it is strength to endure. Sustaining grace provides presence, steadiness, and strength to carry us through storms. … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotional Studies | Tagged Christian, Devotional, encouragement, God's grace, God's Provision, inspiration, Jesus, life | 1 Comment

Daily Bread, Daily Grace

Posted on August 16, 2026 by Don Merritt

Give us today our daily bread. Matthew 6:11 Jesus teaches us to ask for daily bread — not weekly, not monthly, not “enough to feel secure for the next year.” Daily. It’s a rhythm of trust, not a stockpile of … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotional Studies | Tagged Christian, Devotional, encouragement, God's Faithfulness, God's Provision, inspiration, Jesus, life | 1 Comment

The God Who Sees

Posted on August 15, 2026 by Don Merritt

Hagar gave this name to the Lord who spoke to her: ‘You are the God who sees me. Genesis 16:13 Provision begins long before supply. It begins with sight — God’s attentive, compassionate awareness of His children. Hagar’s story is … Continue reading →

Posted in Devotional Studies | Tagged Christian, Devotional, encouragement, God is Love, God's Provision, inspiration, Jesus, life | 1 Comment

Grace That Sends Us Out

Posted on July 31, 2026 by Don Merritt

For the grace of God has appeared that offers salvation to all people. It teaches us to say ‘No’ to ungodliness and worldly passions, and to live self-controlled, upright and godly lives in this present age. Titus 2:11–12 Grace doesn’t … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian living, Devotional Studies | Tagged Christian, Devotional, encouragement, God's grace, hope, inspiration, Jesus, love | Leave a comment

Grace That Sustains Us in Times of Trouble

Posted on July 29, 2026 by Don Merritt

But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness. 2 Corinthians 12:9 There’s a particular kind of grace that only shows up in times of trouble. Not the grace that … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian living, Devotional Studies | Tagged Christian, Devotional, encouragement, God's grace, hope, inspiration, Jesus, life | Leave a comment

Grace That Transforms Us

Posted on July 27, 2026 by Don Merritt

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Galatians 5:22–23 Transformation is one of the most misunderstood parts of the Christian life. We often imagine it as something we’re supposed to … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian living, Devotional Studies | Tagged Christian, Devotional, encouragement, God's Faithfulness, hope, inspiration, Jesus, love | 6 Comments

Grace That Forgives Us

Posted on July 26, 2026 by Don Merritt

In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace. Ephesians 1:7 Forgiveness is one of those words we hear so often in church that it can lose its weight. … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian living, Devotional Studies | Tagged Christian, Devotional, encouragement, God's grace, hope, inspiration, Jesus, love | 1 Comment

Grace That Finds Us

Posted on July 25, 2026 by Don Merritt

But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him. Luke 15:20 Have you ever noticed how … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian living, Devotional Studies | Tagged Christian, Devotional, encouragement, God's grace, Heart and Spirit, hope, Jesus, Peace of God | 1 Comment

Love That Flows Through Us

Posted on July 24, 2026 by Don Merritt

Loving others isn’t always easy. Some people are easy to love — they bring joy, comfort, and warmth into our lives. But others stretch us. They challenge our patience. They test our grace. They remind us how human we really … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian living, Devotional Studies | Tagged Christian, Devotional, encouragement, hope, Jesus, life, Peace of God, trust in God | 1 Comment

When God’s Love Feels Distant

Posted on July 22, 2026 by Don Merritt

There are days when God’s love feels close and unmistakable — when prayer comes easily, when Scripture feels alive, when worship feels natural. And then there are days when none of that seems to happen. You pray, but the words … Continue reading →