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Slow to Speak

Posted on March 28, 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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Proverbs 14:29

Posted on March 28, 2025 by Don Merritt

Whoever is patient has great understanding,    but one who is quick-tempered displays folly. I’m not really sure what I can say to enhance or explain this proverb, for it seems pretty obvious to me what Solomon is getting at, other than … Continue reading →

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The Trails of Life

Posted on March 27, 2025 by Don Merritt

Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him. When tempted, no one should say, “God is tempting … Continue reading →

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Psalm 14:6

Posted on March 27, 2025 by Don Merritt

The mocker seeks wisdom and finds none,    but knowledge comes easily to the discerning. I used to listen to the Art Bell Show on the radio; it was always interesting and fun to listen to. Mr. Bell always had interesting guests … Continue reading →

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Photography

Posted on March 26, 2025 by Don Merritt

Back in my high school days I became interested in photography. My school had photography as an elective, but I always took history electives instead, so I did what I always did when I wanted to know about something, I … Continue reading →

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Our Adventure Begins

Posted on March 25, 2025 by Don Merritt

Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not … Continue reading →

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Rich and Poor

Posted on March 25, 2025 by Don Merritt

Believers in humble circumstances ought to take pride in their high position. But the rich should take pride in their humiliation—since they will pass away like a wild flower. For the sun rises with scorching heat and withers the plant; … Continue reading →

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Proverbs 11:2

Posted on March 25, 2025 by Don Merritt

When pride comes, then comes disgrace,    but with humility comes wisdom. Why would pride bring disgrace? What is it about pride that could do that? Isn’t a little pride a good thing; don’t they say that you should have pride in … Continue reading →

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Presence

Posted on March 24, 2025 by Don Merritt

As the name implies, this expressive practice is all about being there for someone else. Sometimes called the ministry of presence, a person who practices this is the person who is always there when you need them. They aren’t necessarily there … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: March 23, 2025

Posted on March 23, 2025 by Don Merritt

Some Important Thoughts from the Proverbs Go to the ant, you sluggard;    consider its ways and be wise!It has no commander,    no overseer or ruler,yet it stores its provisions in summer    and gathers its food at harvest. How long will you lie there, … Continue reading →

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