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False Apostles

Posted on May 22, 2018 by Don Merritt

2 Corinthians 1-15 When you read these verses, you will see that Paul can be pretty direct in his language, that he doesn’t mind the use of sarcasm, and that he doesn’t always pull his punches. I hope you will … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: May 20, 2018

Posted on May 20, 2018 by Don Merritt

Title: Generous or Selfish? Text: 1 Peter 4:7-14 The end of all things is near; therefore, be of sound judgment and sober spirit for the purpose of prayer. Above all, keep fervent in your love for one another, because love covers a multitude of sins. Be hospitable … Continue reading →

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Opening Salvo

Posted on May 18, 2018 by Don Merritt

2 Corinthians 10 The first thing we are likely to notice when we turn the page from chapter 9 and start reading chapter 10 is that Paul is no longer talking about giving glory to God by experiencing the blessings … Continue reading →

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A surprising Turn

Posted on May 17, 2018 by Don Merritt

As chapter 10 begins, Paul has started the last section of the letter; it runs through chapter 13. For centuries, scholars have been puzzled by this section, for it really doesn’t seem to fit; this is another section in defense … Continue reading →

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Excel in the Grace of Giving

Posted on May 16, 2018 by Don Merritt

2 Corinthians 9 In the first 5 verses, Paul wraps up his discussion from chapter 8 about the collection for the church in Jerusalem. In this conclusion, he tells the Corinthians that he has told the people in Macedonia all … Continue reading →

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Show us your love

Posted on May 15, 2018 by Don Merritt

2 Corinthians 8 In this chapter, Paul returns to one of the main issues that caused the recent controversies in Corinth; the gift of financial aid to the church in Jerusalem. As we have already seen, his accusers in Corinth … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: May 13, 2018

Posted on May 13, 2018 by Don Merritt

Title: The Best News I’ve Ever Heard Text: Ephesians 4:7-16 Spiritual Gifts and the Character of God Spiritual Gifts go a long way in revealing the character of God. So, before we get into our lesson, let’s have a look … Continue reading →

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Study 3

Posted on May 11, 2018 by Don Merritt

For the word of God is alive and active. Sharper than any double-edged sword, it penetrates even to dividing soul and spirit, joints and marrow; it judges the thoughts and attitudes of the heart. Hebrews 4:12 Do we believe the Word of God? If … Continue reading →

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The Matter is Resolved

Posted on May 11, 2018 by Don Merritt

2 Corinthians 7:2-16 As we all know by now, Paul has been defending his apostolic ministry since chapter three, and this passage is his conclusion; or maybe I should more accurately say the epilogue. When you come right down to … Continue reading →

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Study 2

Posted on May 10, 2018 by Don Merritt

As a Theology Professor, I was pretty good at teaching Scripture from a purely academic perspective; it was my job after all. I would never denigrate academics, quite the opposite, in fact. Yet in the academic environment, I had the … Continue reading →

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