Tag Archives: history

The Third Wave is Beaten Back

Posted on January 20, 2016 by Don Merritt

Hearing that Jesus had silenced the Sadducees, the Pharisees got together. One of them, an expert in the law, tested him with this question: “Teacher, which is the greatest commandment in the Law?” Jesus replied: “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and … Continue reading →

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Photo of the Week: December 10, 2015

Posted on December 10, 2015 by Don Merritt

I held this over for a day because of our special event yesterday. This is the Virginia Colonial Militia from Williamsburg, Virginia a couple of years ago…

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Photo of the Week: December 2, 2015

Posted on December 2, 2015 by Don Merritt
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The Gettysburg Address: Redux

Posted on November 19, 2015 by Don Merritt

Note: If you have been a follower for a long time, you may remember that I run this post most years on November 19th. Here it is again, adjusted for the year; I think it is well worth thinking about … Continue reading →

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Photo of the Week: November 18, 2015

Posted on November 18, 2015 by Don Merritt

Tomorrow is the 152nd anniversary of the Gettysburg Address, which was given by President Lincoln on the afternoon of November 19, 1863. Interestingly, after the speech he boarded a train for the fairly short trip back to Washington. While on … Continue reading →

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Photo of the Week: November 11, 2015

Posted on November 11, 2015 by Don Merritt

  Since today is Veterans Day here in the US, I thought I’d post two photos, one from the Korean War Memorial, and one from Vietnam, to recognize and remember the dedication and sacrifice of our Veterans.   Thank You! … Continue reading →

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Photo of the Week: November 4, 2015

Posted on November 4, 2015 by Don Merritt
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An Introduction to Jude

Posted on September 30, 2015 by Don Merritt

Jude is a strange little letter, nestled between 3 John and Revelation. It is seldom quoted, and sermons and studies of it are rarer still. It could be that it is neglected because of its size, only 25 verses, or … Continue reading →

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A Nostalgic Morning

Posted on July 27, 2015 by Don Merritt

I will soon be returning to Illinois after a few years in the Washington, DC area, and since I am about to leave here, I’ll let you in on the “secret” to seeing the sights of Washington. Oh yes, millions … Continue reading →

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Photo of the Week: July 15, 2015

Posted on July 15, 2015 by Don Merritt
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