Tag Archives: faith

Loved Without Earning

Posted on July 19, 2026 by Don Merritt

There’s a quiet pressure many of us carry — the sense that we need to “measure up” before God can really love us. We may not say it out loud, but it sits there beneath the surface: If I were … Continue reading →

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The Voice That Guides

Posted on July 13, 2026 by Don Merritt

“Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you, saying, ‘This is the way; walk in it.’” Isaiah 30:21  God’s guidance is not always loud — it’s often a whisper that follows … Continue reading →

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God’s Sovereign Goodness in All Things

Posted on July 1, 2026 by Don Merritt

“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.”   Romans 8:28 There are moments when life feels tangled — when the path ahead is … Continue reading →

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God’s Protection in Deep Waters

Posted on June 29, 2026 by Don Merritt

When you pass through the waters,    I will be with you;and when you pass through the rivers,    they will not sweep over you.When you walk through the fire,    you will not be burned;    the flames will not set you ablaze. Isaiah 43:2 When the … Continue reading →

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Forgiven Much, Loving Much

Posted on June 27, 2026 by Don Merritt

Therefore, I tell you, her many sins have been forgiven—as her great love has shown. But whoever has been forgiven little loves little.” Luke 7:47 In Luke 7, we are invited into a deeply personal and transformative moment. A woman … Continue reading →

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Unharmed in the Lions’ Den

Posted on June 24, 2026 by Don Merritt

“The king was overjoyed and gave orders to lift Daniel out of the den. And when Daniel was lifted from the den, no wound was found on him, because he had trusted in his God.”  Daniel 6:23 Morning light had … Continue reading →

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The Power of a Word

Posted on January 23, 2026 by Don Merritt

We often assume that the big words are the really important ones, yet the more I think about it, the more I believe that it’s really the little words that make or break a person. This is particularly true for … Continue reading →

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Real Faith

Posted on July 30, 2025 by Don Merritt

Yes, and I will continue to rejoice, for I know that through your prayers and God’s provision of the Spirit of Jesus Christ what has happened to me will turn out for my deliverance. I eagerly expect and hope that … Continue reading →

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Trees and Simple Faith

Posted on April 15, 2025 by Don Merritt

Many have said that the simple things in life are the best.  Simple things don’t  cost much, usually aren’t flashy and are seldom mentioned in the newspapers…  Things like devotion to duty, love of family, faith in God and serving … Continue reading →

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Active Faith

Posted on April 12, 2025 by Don Merritt

Chapter 11 of Hebrews is a discourse on active faith; interesting when you consider that it comes right after the warnings of chapter 10 against losing our faith.  As I’ve continued with this blog over many years, I’ve been criticized … Continue reading →

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