Tag Archives: faith

The Faith of Joseph

Posted on December 6, 2016 by Don Merritt

Matthew 1:18-25 This scene explains the ambiguity that we found in 1:16 regarding the father of Jesus, and I’m sure you will recall our discussion of that from last time. Joseph was betrothed to Mary, which in that place and … Continue reading →

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Word of God

Posted on August 23, 2016 by Don Merritt

Therefore, since the promise of entering his rest still stands, let us be careful that none of you be found to have fallen short of it. For we also have had the good news proclaimed to us, just as they did; … Continue reading →

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For as Long as it is Called “Today”

Posted on August 23, 2016 by Don Merritt

So, as the Holy Spirit says: “Today, if you hear his voice, do not harden your hearts as you did in the rebellion, during the time of testing in the wilderness, where your ancestors tested and tried me, though for … Continue reading →

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Have Faith

Posted on August 20, 2016 by Don Merritt

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Put Your Trust in God

Posted on August 22, 2015 by Don Merritt

In times of trial, where is our trust; in times of fear where do we go? How can a person face trial and the things he fears with confidence? How can a man cope in difficult times or times of … Continue reading →

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Appearances

Posted on June 22, 2015 by Don Merritt

A few weeks ago I was walking along on a Saturday morning when I came upon this view. As you can see, I was out in the country, walking along a quiet path when I saw these geese doing their … Continue reading →

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There Really is Hope for Us!

Posted on June 7, 2015 by Don Merritt

There are times in the life of a people when things can look pretty bleak; there are certainly times in our individual lives when the same situation exists. Times when everything that used to work no longer produce results, times … Continue reading →

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Faith Like Abraham’s

Posted on June 3, 2015 by Don Merritt

What then shall we say that Abraham, our forefather according to the flesh, discovered in this matter? If, in fact, Abraham was justified by works, he had something to boast about—but not before God. What does Scripture say? “Abraham believed God, and it was … Continue reading →

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Gone Into Hididng

Posted on January 30, 2015 by Don Merritt

Tom was a Christian. He was committed; he was serious. He worked in a factory, and many of his coworkers were tough men, men who used rough language and who liked to drink and play hard… Tom was afraid that … Continue reading →

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Worship, Vanity and the Fool’s Sacrifice

Posted on January 17, 2015 by Don Merritt

Ecclesiastes 5:1-9 Up to this point in our adventure, the Teacher hasn’t spoken about worship, at least not directly, but that changes in this passage; oh what an excellent adventure we are on! Old Solomon doesn’t seem to miss anything! … Continue reading →