Tag Archives: God is Love

The Scarred Oak

Posted on September 6, 2026 by Don Merritt

Some time back, I came across an old oak tree standing tall along a country lane. What caught my eye wasn’t just its size, but a massive scar running right down the trunk. It looked like it had taken a … Continue reading →

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The Changing Seasons

Posted on September 5, 2026 by Don Merritt

Good morning from the Heartland. If you step outside early in the morning and look across the fields, you’re reminded of something that never fails: the cycle of the seasons. No matter what kind of craziness we humans manage to … Continue reading →

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The God Who Sees

Posted on August 15, 2026 by Don Merritt

Hagar gave this name to the Lord who spoke to her: ‘You are the God who sees me. Genesis 16:13 Provision begins long before supply. It begins with sight — God’s attentive, compassionate awareness of His children. Hagar’s story is … Continue reading →

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Unshaken Refuge

Posted on July 15, 2026 by Don Merritt

“God is our refuge and strength, an ever‑present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains … Continue reading →

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The Nearness of God’s Love

Posted on June 22, 2026 by Don Merritt

“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” Psalm 34:18 There are moments in life when the heart feels too heavy to carry. Disappointment settles in quietly; grief lingers longer than expected. Dreams … Continue reading →

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True Love

Posted on July 21, 2021 by Don Merritt

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Weekly Podcast: June 30, 2021

Posted on June 30, 2021 by Don Merritt

Good Morning to you! This week’s podcast comes from 1 John 3:16-18 and is all about putting love into action; you won’t want to miss it! Listen Now

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Sunday Sermon Notes: June 27, 2021

Posted on June 27, 2021 by Don Merritt

If I speak in the tongues of men or of angels, but do not have love, I am only a resounding gong or a clanging cymbal. If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have … Continue reading →

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Love, Justice and Our Response

Posted on June 21, 2021 by Don Merritt

I will sing of your love and justice; to you, Lord, I will sing praise.I will be careful to lead a blameless life— when will you come to me? Psalm 101:1-2a At first this may seem to be quite simple, but look closely and … Continue reading →

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Concluding Remarks

Posted on June 4, 2021 by Don Merritt

Philippians 4:10-23 Paul closes out his letter in this final part of chapter four. This is largely a personal message to the Philippians, but there are some things about it that we can learn, especially if we keep the theme … Continue reading →