Tag Archives: Bible

TLP Inspiration: June 16, 2018

Posted on June 16, 2018 by Don Merritt

Good Saturday Morning from the Heartland. Our relationship with Jesus Christ is a merciful one, in fact it is based upon mercy.  Jesus Himself saw to that by going to the cross so that our sins might be forgiven.  He … Continue reading →

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TLP Inspiration: June 11, 2018

Posted on June 11, 2018 by Don Merritt

An Instructive Relationship Good Monday Morning from the Heartland. Our relationship with our Lord Jesus Christ is an instructive one, for He leads us in His ways. Show me your ways, O Lord,     teach me your paths;   guide me in your … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: June 10, 2018

Posted on June 10, 2018 by Don Merritt

Title: The First Command of Christ Text: Mark 1:16-20 Jesus Tempted in the Wilderness Mark 1:12-13 Parallel Texts: Matthew 4: 1-11; Luke 4:1-13 Jesus Returns to Galilee Mark 1:14 Parallel Texts: Matthew 4:12; Luke 3:19-20; John 4:1-4 Jesus Teaches in … Continue reading →

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TLP Inspiration: June 9, 2018

Posted on June 9, 2018 by Don Merritt

Relationship Good Saturday Morning from the Heartland. Life is full of relationships, they are with family, friends, associates, coworkers and others, but none of these relationships are as vital as our relationship with our Lord Jesus Christ. Our relationship with … Continue reading →

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TLP Inspiration: June 4, 2018

Posted on June 4, 2018 by Don Merritt

  God will provide for our needs; this is something most people know, but some become a little confused by it. The statement does not mean that all we need to do sit on our chairs and wait for Him … Continue reading →

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TLC Inspiration: May 26, 2018

Posted on May 26, 2018 by Don Merritt

Spiritual Housekeeping When things are going along well, we are able to take of routine maintenance and keep up with the necessary repairs, but in rough times these things can get away from us.  When it comes to a house, … Continue reading →

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Simplicity

Posted on May 24, 2018 by Don Merritt

 But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Matthew 6:33 This verse pretty well says it all about the Spiritual Practice of Simplicity. Like Frugality, Simplicity is more of a … Continue reading →

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Meditation 1

Posted on May 18, 2018 by Don Merritt

Introduction It will come as a surprise to many today to know that meditation is a Christian spiritual practice, for most of us associate meditation with Eastern metaphysics or New Ade practice.  In truth, meditation in various forms is practiced … Continue reading →

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TLP Inspiration: 4/12/18

Posted on May 12, 2018 by Don Merritt

The Bread and Life Then Jesus declared, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty. John 6:35 The day before He said these words, Jesus had fed the five … Continue reading →

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Prayer 2

Posted on May 3, 2018 by Don Merritt

Some Guidance from Jesus “This, then, is how you should pray: “‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. And forgive us … Continue reading →

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