Tag Archives: encouragement

Paul Shares His Story

Posted on April 29, 2025 by Don Merritt

Galatians 1:11-24 Here in the second part of Galatians 1, Paul shares his personal story, and in doing so, I see a twofold purpose. First, he wants to make it clear to the Galatians that he is a reliable teacher; … Continue reading →

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Disrepair

Posted on April 29, 2025 by Don Merritt

When things are going along well, we are able to take of routine maintenance and keep up with the necessary repairs, but in rough times these things can get away from us.  When it comes to a house, we might … Continue reading →

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Astonishment!

Posted on April 28, 2025 by Don Merritt

Paul, an apostle—sent not from men nor by a man, but by Jesus Christ and God the Father, who raised him from the dead— and all the brothers and sisters with me, To the churches in Galatia: Grace and peace to you from God … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: April 27, 2025

Posted on April 27, 2025 by Don Merritt

My dear brothers and sisters, take note of this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak and slow to become angry, because human anger does not produce the righteousness that God desires. Therefore, get rid of all moral … Continue reading →

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The Good Shepherd

Posted on April 26, 2025 by Don Merritt
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Adventures in Yard Work

Posted on April 25, 2025 by Don Merritt

Note: This post appeared originally on April 20, 2016. I mentioned a week ago that I needed to do some clean up in the yard, and that as a consequence I wouldn’t be blogging as much as usual; this is … Continue reading →

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The Beatitudes and Forgiveness, part 2

Posted on April 25, 2025 by Don Merritt

5:8       Blessed are the pure in heart,    for they will see God. The pure in heart are people who have no guile; they are innocent and do not carry with them intrigue and manipulative desires to control other people. Now imagine … Continue reading →

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Final Thoughts on James

Posted on April 24, 2025 by Don Merritt

Old Testament Israel lived under the Law of Moses, very much a transactional system of law, violations, punishments, and atonement. The great priority of that system was found in avoiding violations to curry God’s favor. Sacrifices were carried out continually … Continue reading →

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Finding Inspiration

Posted on April 24, 2025 by Don Merritt

Where can a person go to find inspiration; where do we go to be filled with grace? Maybe a better question would be, “What kind of inspiration do we search for?” An artist or a musician may look for inspiration … Continue reading →

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Summing Up

Posted on April 23, 2025 by Don Merritt

There are some misconceptions surrounding this book, and maybe that is why many modern-day teachers avoid it. Can Jesus be found in James? Well, let’s see… didn’t I write a “Bonus Post” on its connection with the Sermon on the Mount? … Continue reading →

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