Tag Archives: Devotional

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 →

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Building Your House

Posted on January 23, 2017 by Don Merritt

Building a life in Christ is very much like building a house or any other building; it must have a proper foundation.  A life that is built on a foundation of popular culture is like a building that is built … Continue reading →

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Morning’s Stillness

Posted on January 22, 2017 by Don Merritt

Give ear to my words, O Lord,     consider my sighing. Listen to my cry for help,     my King and my God,     for to you I pray. In the morning, O Lord, you hear my voice;     in the morning I lay my requests before you     and … Continue reading →

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A Little Bit of Light

Posted on January 21, 2017 by Don Merritt

“I will sing of your love and justice;     to you, LORD, I will sing praise.  I will be careful to lead a blameless life—     when will you come to me? “ Psalm 101:1-2a David expresses what it is to live … Continue reading →

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Inauguration Day Reflections

Posted on January 20, 2017 by Don Merritt

When I think of presidential inaugurations, so many things come to mind. Of course first and foremost is the peaceful transfer of power from one Administration to another, the hallmark of our Republican system of government, the pride of our … Continue reading →

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Born of the Spirit

Posted on January 16, 2017 by Don Merritt

 “Flesh gives birth to flesh, but the Spirit gives birth to spirit. You should not be surprised at my saying, ‘You must be born again.’  The wind blows wherever it pleases. You hear its sound, but you cannot tell where it comes from or … Continue reading →

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