Tag Archives: Christianity

At Peace

Posted on September 14, 2012 by Don Merritt

A heart at peace gives life to the body,     but envy rots the bones. – Proverbs 14:30 A heart at peace… is that common these days?  I’m not sure about that. There’s so much hustle and bustle, there’s so much … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Life | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Sage

Posted on September 13, 2012 by Don Merritt

For lack of guidance a nation falls,     but many advisers make victory sure. – Proverbs 11:14 I’ve been listening to the news; how about you?  Once again crazy things are going on and evil is busy. Of course I’m referring … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Life | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Having Faith

Posted on September 12, 2012 by Don Merritt

Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. – Hebrews 11:1 People talk about faith quite often, sometimes in a negative way but most often in a positive way…  Faith is … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Life | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

Quote of the Week

Posted on September 12, 2012 by Don Merritt

 The question is not, “Why is there only one way [to God]?” but “Why is there even one way?” R.C. Sproul

Posted in Quote of the Week | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

The View from Above

Posted on September 11, 2012 by Don Merritt

Have you ever wondered what the world looks like from God’s point of view? Could it be like the view from an airplane? Probably not. Maybe it’s more like looking at each one of us through the eyes of those … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Life | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Unity!

Posted on September 10, 2012 by Don Merritt

In Christ, there are no divisions among people, there is only unity.  In Christ, it does not matter if we are rich or poor, black or white, male or female; we are one. Of course, culture tends to interfere… But … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Life | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | 3 Comments

Sunday Class Notes: September 9

Posted on September 9, 2012 by Don Merritt

Chapter 2:1-11   Outline   III          B. Appeal for unity 2:1-4 C. Christ: Our Example 5-11 Points of interest   Background:  This section is a continuation of the discussion that begins in 1:27. Here there are four motivations listed in … Continue reading →

Posted in Sunday Class Notes | Tagged , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Setting or Rising?

Posted on September 7, 2012 by Don Merritt

When the Constitutional Convention ended in Philadelphia back in 1787, Benjamin Franklin remarked that during the long process of drafting the U.S. Constitution, he had taken notice of the sun engraving on the back of George Washington’s chair and wondered … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Life | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

The Majesty of God

Posted on September 6, 2012 by Don Merritt

Great is the Lord and most worthy of praise;     his greatness no one can fathom. One generation will commend your works to another;     they will tell of your mighty acts. They will speak of the glorious splendor of your majesty,     and I will meditate on … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Life | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Love each other

Posted on September 5, 2012 by Don Merritt

The end of all things is near. Therefore be clear minded and self-controlled so that you can pray. Above all, love each other deeply, because love covers over a multitude of sins. 1 Peter 4:7-8 Have you noticed that there are two great themes … Continue reading →

Posted in Christian Life | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment