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God’s Sovereign Goodness in All Things

Posted on July 1, 2026 by Don Merritt

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”   Romans 8:28 There are moments when life feels tangled — when the path ahead is … Continue reading →

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Forgiven Much, Loving Much

Posted on June 27, 2026 by Don Merritt

Therefore, I tell you, her many sins have been forgiven—as her great love has shown. But whoever has been forgiven little loves little.” Luke 7:47 In Luke 7, we are invited into a deeply personal and transformative moment. A woman … Continue reading →

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Persevering in the Trials of Life

Posted on June 26, 2026 by Don Merritt

Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, Hebrews 12:1 There’s a … Continue reading →

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Unharmed in the Lions’ Den

Posted on June 24, 2026 by Don Merritt

“The king was overjoyed and gave orders to lift Daniel out of the den. And when Daniel was lifted from the den, no wound was found on him, because he had trusted in his God.”  Daniel 6:23 Morning light had … Continue reading →

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The Nearness of God’s Love

Posted on June 22, 2026 by Don Merritt

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”   Psalm 34:18 There are moments in life when the heart feels too heavy to carry. Disappointment settles in quietly; grief lingers longer than expected. Dreams … Continue reading →

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When Faith Meets Forgiveness

Posted on June 21, 2026 by Don Merritt

When Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralyzed man, “Son, your sins are forgiven.” Mark 2:5 There is something striking about this moment in Mark’s Gospel. A paralyzed man is lowered through a roof by desperate, determined friends. The … Continue reading →

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Dwelling Where Peace Lives

Posted on June 20, 2026 by Don Merritt

Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or … Continue reading →

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Naked I Came, Held by Sovereign Hands

Posted on June 19, 2026 by Don Merritt

“Naked I came from my mother’s womb,    and naked I will depart.The Lord gave and the Lord has taken away;    may the name of the Lord be praised.” Job 1:21 There are moments in life when everything familiar seems to slip through our fingers. Plans unravel, security fades. … Continue reading →

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The Way We Live Today

Posted on June 17, 2026 by Don Merritt

“Be very careful, then, how you live—not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.” Ephesians 5:15-16 There’s a quiet seriousness in Paul’s words here—an invitation to wakefulness. He isn’t scolding; he’s … Continue reading →

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The God Who Lights My Darkness

Posted on June 15, 2026 by Don Merritt

You, Lord, are my lamp;    the Lord turns my darkness into light.With your help I can advance against a troop;    with my God I can scale a wall. “As for God, his way is perfect:    The Lord’s word is flawless;    he shields all who take refuge in him. 2 … Continue reading →

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