Tag Archives: Christian

Jesus: God’s Word

Posted on March 31, 2014 by Don Merritt

In the past God spoke to our ancestors through the prophets at many times and in various ways,but in these last days he has spoken to us by his Son, whom he appointed heir of all things, and through whom also he made the universe. The Son … Continue reading →

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A New Look

Posted on March 30, 2014 by Don Merritt

I’ve been thinking, always a scary thing.  What should I do after Galatians?  I’ve come to the conclusion that it’s time to walk through Hebrews.  To me this is a big deal for a couple of reasons, first because Hebrews … Continue reading →

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It’s not what it appears to be!

Posted on March 30, 2014 by Don Merritt

I was really pleased at the way this picture turned out; what a beautiful old home! Don’t you get a sense of the charm of yesteryear when you look at it?  It just oozes the best of late Victorian living… … Continue reading →

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Our Tower of Strength

Posted on March 29, 2014 by Don Merritt

Our Lord is a tower of strength, but many times we don’t see Him that way.  He rises above everything that we will ever encounter in this life, but we aren’t always conscious of the fact.  His strength is not … Continue reading →

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A few days ago…

Posted on March 28, 2014 by Don Merritt

…I had the opportunity to fill in for an out-of-town preacher on Sunday morning.  I always enjoy doing this; it’s a hoot!  Since the pastor there gave me free rein to pick a topic, I decide to preach on 1 … Continue reading →

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The Closing

Posted on March 28, 2014 by Don Merritt

See what large letters I use as I write to you with my own hand! Those who want to impress people by means of the flesh are trying to compel you to be circumcised. The only reason they do this is to … Continue reading →

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God Cannot be Mocked

Posted on March 27, 2014 by Don Merritt

Do not be deceived: God cannot be mocked. A man reaps what he sows. Whoever sows to please their flesh, from the flesh will reap destruction; whoever sows to please the Spirit, from the Spirit will reap eternal life. Let us not become weary in … Continue reading →

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Love in the Spirit

Posted on March 27, 2014 by Don Merritt

Brothers and sisters, if someone is caught in a sin, you who live by the Spirit should restore that person gently. But watch yourselves, or you also may be tempted. Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law … Continue reading →

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Redeemed

Posted on March 26, 2014 by Don Merritt

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, forbearance, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law. Those who belong to Christ Jesus have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires. Since we live by the Spirit, let us keep in … Continue reading →

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Rebellion

Posted on March 26, 2014 by Don Merritt

The acts of the flesh are obvious: sexual immorality, impurity and debauchery;  idolatry and witchcraft; hatred, discord, jealousy, fits of rage, selfish ambition, dissensions, factions  and envy; drunkenness, orgies, and the like. I warn you, as I did before, that those who live like … Continue reading →

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