Tag Archives: Devotional

The Battle that Rages Around Us

Posted on March 12, 2017 by Don Merritt

No, I’m not talking about politics… In our study of Luke, we’ve arrived at Jesus’ last week in Jerusalem, and as I always find myself doing, I’ve couched these passages of Luke’s in military terms and metaphors. I’m not sure … Continue reading →

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Give Thanks!

Posted on March 5, 2017 by Don Merritt

I’d say that about sums it all up!

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Bonus Post: Salt

Posted on February 26, 2017 by Don Merritt

Salt is good, but if it loses its saltiness, how can it be made salty again? It is fit neither for the soil nor for the manure pile; it is thrown out. “Whoever has ears to hear, let them hear.” (13:34-35) … Continue reading →

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Don’t Judge Me!

Posted on February 13, 2017 by Don Merritt

We’ve all heard people say it… usually in a loud voice no less. Where does the conversation tend to go after that? “I’m not!” “Yes you are, how dare you? Jesus said ‘judge not lest ye be judged’ and you’re … Continue reading →

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Spiritual Thirst

Posted on February 12, 2017 by Don Merritt

There’s nothing worse than being thirsty, seriously thirsty! Millions are slowly dying of thirst in our world, but theirs is a different kind of thirst. Spiritual thirst is pandemic and has been all through the ages. The symptoms are fairly … Continue reading →

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Random Ramblings: February 11, 2017

Posted on February 11, 2017 by Don Merritt

Last Sunday I finished a series of five sermons on the Image of God and what being made in His image means to each of us. I’m happy to report that by all accounts, it was a success. In this … Continue reading →

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What we build

Posted on February 6, 2017 by Don Merritt

I really like architecture; it tells a story of time, history, fashion, art and human determination and effort. Yet I have to admit that it doesn’t last forever; these buildings will come down one day… They have withstood blizzards, storms, … Continue reading →

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A Quiet Place

Posted on January 30, 2017 by Don Merritt

Life can be hectic and loud, but all of us need some peace and quiet some times. It helps us to recharge, to relax and to calm our thoughts. Yes, we all need a little peace and quiet, a little … Continue reading →

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A Bridge of Hope

Posted on January 29, 2017 by Don Merritt

So many people these days are feeling like there is little or no hope for the future. Some are feeling desperate for financial reasons; it’s been a rough economy for the past many. Others feel like the love they’ve always … Continue reading →

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How Are Our Listening Skills?

Posted on January 28, 2017 by Don Merritt

Most people would agree that listening is an important skill; most of us aren’t all that good at it. It’s hard to communicate when all of the communication goes only one way! I’m not talking about listening to other people, … Continue reading →