Tag Archives: Devotional

Mary’s Story

Posted on December 20, 2011 by Don Merritt

The angel answered, “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power of the Most High will overshadow you. So the holy one to be born will be called the Son of God. Even Elizabeth your relative is going to have … Continue reading →

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Peace for Christmas

Posted on December 19, 2011 by Don Merritt

“And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” (Phil. 4:7) When you watch movies about Christmas, you almost get the idea that there is something magical about it, but … Continue reading →

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Glory to God in the Highest

Posted on December 17, 2011 by Don Merritt

“Glory to God in the highest heaven, and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.” (Like 2:14) Thus sang the host of angels the night that Jesus was born inBethlehem. The shepherds who witnessed this were dumbstruck. … Continue reading →

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O Come O Come Emmanuel!

Posted on December 16, 2011 by Don Merritt

This Christmas carol contains the essence of the yearning of a people for a savior. “O Come, O Come Emmanuel, and ransom captive Israel” Hold on, wait! Ransom…? Yes, Ransom. Israel was in slavery to sin; so are we. Being held … Continue reading →

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Light of the World

Posted on December 15, 2011 by Don Merritt

“You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to … Continue reading →

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Want to save the world?

Posted on December 14, 2011 by Don Merritt

“For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him.” (John 3:17) Have you ever met someone who was out to save the world? Such people are very enthusiastic, … Continue reading →

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God’s Will Comes First

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Don Merritt

“Instead, you ought to say, “If it is the Lord’s will, we will live and do this or that.”… Anyone, then, who knows the good he ought to do and doesn’t do it, sins.” (James 4:15; 17) Our job in … Continue reading →

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Praise the Lord!

Posted on December 12, 2011 by Don Merritt

“It is good to praise the LORD and make music to your name, O Most High” (Psalm 92:1) It’s Monday morning again, time to praise the Lord! Go ahead, take a few minutes to sing God’s praise for all … Continue reading →

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A Moment to Reflect

Posted on December 10, 2011 by Don Merritt

“For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the … Continue reading →

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Dealing With Trouble

Posted on December 9, 2011 by Don Merritt

“If you falter in times of trouble, how small is your strength!” (Prov. 24:10) We may think of trouble as a bad thing, but it isn’t necessarily so. Of course, if we cause problems by acting badly, that isn’t … Continue reading →