Tag Archives: Devotional

The Greatest Among Us

Posted on December 23, 2013 by Don Merritt

  “The greatest among you will be your servant. For those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.” Matthew 23:11-12 We usually don’t think of the greatest in our midst as being our … Continue reading →

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The Spirit of Christmas

Posted on December 20, 2013 by Don Merritt

Originally posted on The Postmodern Mystic:
http://photojournal.jpl.nasa.gov/jpeg/PIA15226.jpg Don Merrritt has a wonderful Christian Blog called “Life Reference“, and today posted some thoughts about the Christmas spirit (The Attitude of Jesus) that prompted me to comment. I’ve been a subscriber for…

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The Attitude of Jesus

Posted on December 19, 2013 by Don Merritt

 Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience. Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. And over … Continue reading →

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Angels in the fields at night

Posted on December 18, 2013 by Don Merritt

“Glory to God in the highest heaven,     and on earth peace to those on whom his favor rests.”  Luke 2:14 Thus sang the angelic host as they announced the birth of the King of kings.  No doubt you have noticed … Continue reading →

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Guilt and Forgiveness

Posted on December 17, 2013 by Don Merritt

Over the years, I have seen a lot, heard a lot and read a lot.  Believe it or not, I’ve listened and observed more than I have spoken, for I am quiet by nature.  One thing that I have observed is … Continue reading →

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Can I have a word please?

Posted on December 17, 2013 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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No Room at the Inn

Posted on December 16, 2013 by Don Merritt

 So it was, that while they were there, the days were completed for her to be delivered.  And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in swaddling cloths, and laid Him in a manger, because there was no … Continue reading →

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Season of Peace

Posted on December 16, 2013 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 sadly, … Continue reading →

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Life’s Cycles

Posted on December 11, 2013 by Don Merritt

There’s an order to life that is at the same time both simple and profound.  It is simple in its predictability; it is profound in its impact. We know, for example that one season follows another, that winter comes before … Continue reading →

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True Love

Posted on December 3, 2013 by Don Merritt

For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only son, that  whoever believes in him shall  not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16 This verse may well be the best known of all the New … Continue reading →

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