Tag Archives: Devotional

Cool Water

Posted on June 9, 2012 by Don Merritt

I was walking through the woods at Tierra Linda a couple of weeks ago and I came upon this scene…  The woods were cool and fresh in the stillness of the early morning light and I came upon this little … Continue reading →

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The Glory of God

Posted on June 8, 2012 by Don Merritt

Everywhere we look God is glorified; everywhere we look God is busy. Every day we live we give glory to Him; every day we sing His praise. In all that we do we serve Him; all that we are we … Continue reading →

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Pastoral Scenes

Posted on June 7, 2012 by Don Merritt

I’ve always wanted to live in a rural setting, but up to this point I haven’t made it happen.  I grew up in the big city, moved to a small town and now live in an urban setting once again. … Continue reading →

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The Path Ahead

Posted on June 6, 2012 by Don Merritt

People are talking about it.  The late night talk shows are devoting whole programs to it.  The media are buzzing…  Commentators such as Glenn Beck are making dire predictions of the future; many Christians are convinced that the End is … Continue reading →

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Quote of the Week

Posted on June 6, 2012 by Don Merritt

“In commanding us to glorify him, God is inviting us to enjoy him.” C.S.Lewis

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The Path of Life

Posted on June 5, 2012 by Don Merritt

The path of life is not a wide one that is full of traffic and congestion, it is more quiet than that.  It isn’t a great highway, it’s more like a quiet country lane… Maybe if your life’s path is … Continue reading →

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Simple Faith

Posted on June 4, 2012 by Don Merritt

Many have said that the simple things in life are the best.  Simple things don’t  cost much, usually aren’t flashy and are seldom mentioned in the newspapers…  Things like devotion to duty, love of family, faith in God and serving … Continue reading →

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Sunday Class Notes: June 3

Posted on June 3, 2012 by Don Merritt

Humility Exemplified Today’s Text               John 13:1-17 Introduction   This is the beginning of the second section of John’s Gospel; there are no more scenes of Jesus teaching the crowds.  The pattern of chapters 2-12 where there is a miracle or … Continue reading →

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Morning’s Stillness

Posted on June 2, 2012 by Don Merritt

Maybe I’m just a morning person, maybe you think I’m nuts, but morning is my favorite time of day.  I think it’s worth it to enjoy the stillness of the early morning light.  I took this photo the other day … Continue reading →

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One of Those Days

Posted on May 31, 2012 by Don Merritt

Have you ever had a day like this poor brother?  I know I have! In his case, he wandered too close to a group of playing children and got knocked over, losing his head…  Oh yes, there are days like … Continue reading →

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