Tag Archives: discipleship

It still isn’t always easy, but…

Posted on January 7, 2026 by Don Merritt

…that doesn’t mean that it isn’t worth it!  Following our Lord does require some effort, however. Now before I go too far, let’s be clear that I am not talking about earning salvation here; far from it in fact. Salvation … Continue reading →

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Form, Faith and Following

Posted on January 5, 2026 by Don Merritt

I’m always intrigued when Christians get into discussions of form in their faith. Normally this form centers around worship, order of worship and programs in churches.  I’ve read on this subject in the past, I’ve seen articles in which styles … Continue reading →

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My Favorite Christmas Eve…Ever!

Posted on December 24, 2025 by Don Merritt

I was 10 years old on December 24, 1968: Christmas Eve! I was sure excited, as any self-respecting 10-year-old would be on Christmas Eve, but that year was to be different for me.  My family didn’t watch TV on Christmas … Continue reading →

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A Special Christmas Gift

Posted on December 23, 2025 by Don Merritt

Most people associate Christmas with happy memories, good cheer, joy, love, peace and warmth.  Yet for many, the season can be very difficult.  Many who are experiencing financial hardship find that the celebration is more than they can handle; their … Continue reading →

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Continue in Love

Posted on October 28, 2025 by Don Merritt

Keep on loving one another as brothers and sisters. Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it. Continue to remember those in prison as if you were together with them … Continue reading →

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Martha and Mary

Posted on September 24, 2025 by Don Merritt

As Jesus and his disciples were on their way, he came to a village where a woman named Martha opened her home to him. She had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet listening to what he said. But Martha was distracted … Continue reading →

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Pride, Humility and Relationship with God

Posted on August 19, 2025 by Don Merritt

Jesus taught in parables to enable His listeners to more easily understand important concepts that may cut close to home.  In Luke 18:9-14, Jesus teaches us about pride and humility in a way that all of us can understand. It … Continue reading →

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The Beatitudes and Forgiveness, part 1

Posted on April 23, 2025 by Don Merritt

Matthew 5:3-12 I have no doubt that you are familiar with this text; it is one of the most often quoted in Scripture. No doubt you’ve studied it in studies, classes and sermons many times, but have you ever considered … Continue reading →

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James Closes His Letter

Posted on April 22, 2025 by Don Merritt

James 5:13-20 In concluding his letter, James speaks on prayer in the only passage in his letter that doesn’t have a direct parallel in the Sermon on the Mount. Actually, this is one of the strongest statements concerning the power … Continue reading →

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Simplicity, Naïveté and the Ways of God

Posted on April 22, 2025 by Don Merritt

Recently a friend of mine was speaking with a small group of people; they were asking him questions about various things. One of them asked him what kind of programs and outreach activities he thought would best help a church … Continue reading →

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