Tag Archives: Devotional

You are God!

Posted on September 20, 2013 by Don Merritt

Lord, you have been our dwelling place throughout all generations. Before the mountains were born or you brought forth the whole world, from everlasting to everlasting you are God. Psalm 90:1-2 God is our dwelling place, our refuge… our all. Even … Continue reading →

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Love and Faithfulness

Posted on September 19, 2013 by Don Merritt

Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne; love and faithfulness go before you. Blessed are those who have learned to acclaim you, who walk in the light of your presence, Lord. Psalm 89:14-15 The ancients understood what these verses mean and … Continue reading →

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Who is like the Lord?

Posted on September 18, 2013 by Don Merritt

Is there anyone who is like the Lord in heaven or on earth? Not a chance! Is there any one or any thing that deserves our praise except our God? No. Our God has demonstrated His great love for us, … Continue reading →

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“I have made a covenant…”

Posted on September 17, 2013 by Don Merritt

You said, “I have made a covenant with my chosen one, I have sworn to David my servant, ‘I will establish your line forever and make your throne firm through all generations.’ Psalm 89:3-4 This is really the most amazing … Continue reading →

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Have You Heard the News?

Posted on September 13, 2013 by Don Merritt

The central event in all of human history took place just outside of Jerusalem almost 2,000 years ago when a teacher from Nazareth was executed for crimes he didn’t commit. On that particular day, few people really noticed that there … Continue reading →

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I don’t need church to believe!

Posted on September 12, 2013 by Don Merritt

I’ve heard people say things like that often, how about you? It’s an interesting idea, don’t you think? I believe, so why should I have to deal with church…? It is true when people say that they can worship God … Continue reading →

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“My grace is sufficient…”

Posted on September 12, 2013 by Don Merritt

Have you ever had the sense of being too small to make a difference? Maybe you felt like you were just not up to the task in some way? Maybe you’ve felt this way in church, like others know more, … Continue reading →

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September 11

Posted on September 11, 2013 by Don Merritt

It’s hard to think of that day being 12 years ago, for in so many ways it seems like only yesterday. To me it seemed like a day that went by almost in slow motion from the time that the … Continue reading →

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Saturday Farmer’s Market

Posted on September 9, 2013 by Don Merritt

Have you ever gone to a Farmer’s market on a Saturday morning? It’s amazing how many people are up early to get out into the fresh air and buy fresh, local produce. I went to one in Alexandria the other … Continue reading →

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Why do we worry?

Posted on September 9, 2013 by Don Merritt

“Therefore do not worry, saying, ‘What shall we eat?’ or ‘What shall we drink?’ or ‘What shall we wear?’ For after all these things the Gentiles seek. For your heavenly Father knows that you need all these things. But seek … Continue reading →