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Pure in Heart

Posted on January 26, 2015 by Don Merritt

“Blessed are the pure in heart,     for they will see God.” Matthew 5:8 A person who is ‘pure in heart’ is someone who is going to place a high priority on doing things the right way.  This is not a … Continue reading →

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Stillness and Light

Posted on January 18, 2015 by Don Merritt

I came across this picture on the net and I thought I’d share it.  I don’t have anything clever to say about it other than it strikes me as being kind of inspirational. What I see in this picture is … Continue reading →

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“Reflections on Ruth” Released

Posted on January 15, 2015 by Don Merritt

We just finished our adventure through the book of Ruth the other, and now I’ve added the entire collection of posts to my website for those of you who enjoy them all together. I’m always amazed how often people will … Continue reading →

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Take a little quiet time today

Posted on January 11, 2015 by Don Merritt

Life can be hectic and loud, but all of us need some peace and quiet at 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 Small Ray of Light

Posted on January 10, 2015 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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First Light

Posted on January 4, 2015 by Don Merritt

There’s something about the first light of dawn that grabs the imagination.  The hope that a new day brings, the potential of a fresh start, the assurance of the end of the long dark night, or a reminder of that … Continue reading →

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The Way

Posted on December 31, 2014 by Don Merritt

As we begin a new year our life’s road stretches out before us.  Look ahead; what do you see? Like the picture you might see cold snow and ice for a piece, and then the thaw of spring out ahead… … Continue reading →

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Fresh Snow

Posted on December 29, 2014 by Don Merritt

There’s something about fresh snow that’s sort of comforting, although it also seems a little dangerous at the same time.  Yes, it is cold, and it can be uncomfortable physically, and heaven knows I’m not all that crazy about shovelling … Continue reading →

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Wonder of Wonders

Posted on December 22, 2014 by Don Merritt

There is so much to take in when we consider the story of the birth of our Lord Jesus in Bethlehem so many centuries ago, the story is almost too much to absorb. There is one aspect to it that … Continue reading →

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Christmas is Coming Fast

Posted on December 21, 2014 by Don Merritt

Who was it exactly, who was born in Bethlehem so long ago.  John makes it clear at the beginning of his Gospel: In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was with God … Continue reading →

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