Tag Archives: history

What’s in a Leader?

Posted on October 18, 2013 by Don Merritt

We live in a time when there just don’t seem to be any leaders out there, but then people have been saying that for centuries. Yet throughout history, leaders will emerge periodically, sometimes almost from nowhere. These great leaders are … Continue reading →

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The End of the Old Covenant, part 3

Posted on October 14, 2013 by Don Merritt

The Death and Resurrection of Christ Jesus saw His death as formal covenant ratification, and that fact can be seen in the following verses: This cup is the new covenant in my blood, which is poured out for you. Luke … Continue reading →

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Sunday Class Notes: October 13

Posted on October 13, 2013 by Don Merritt

Structural Keys Important Note: To get the most out of these notes, I would strongly recommend that you have your Bible handy! Today’s Text: Matt. 24:29,34,35, 36 II. How many questions did they ask? No interpretation of this text will … Continue reading →

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Prophet and Covenant

Posted on September 30, 2013 by Don Merritt

The nature of History History is always an interesting subject, for it contains events that hold lasting significance. It is not merely a collection of all events that have ever taken place… such a collection would be impossible, in fact. … Continue reading →

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Covenant Oath Swearing

Posted on September 26, 2013 by Don Merritt

T prepare us for a discussion of prophet and covenant, we need to take a quick look at the covenant oath… Back in the ancient Middle East, it was customary for the two sides entering into a covenant to … Continue reading →

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Stillness at the Tomb

Posted on September 19, 2013 by Don Merritt

There is a stillness at the tomb of George Washington; a reverence really. Each time I have stood before it, I have been struck by the fact that in that white crypt right in front of me is George Washington! I’ve … Continue reading →

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Major Covenants of the Old Testament, part 1

Posted on September 17, 2013 by Don Merritt

Introduction Three covenants from the Old Testament from the entire bas of New Testament theology. Even though there are other covenants mentioned in the Old Testament, these three are referred to over and over by Jesus and the Apostles in … Continue reading →

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Mount Vernon: A Walk Through Time

Posted on September 16, 2013 by Don Merritt

A visit to Mount Vernon is a walk through time. More than just an interesting historical site, it is set as it would have been back in George Washington’s time. You don’t see the tall buildings of the big city … Continue reading →

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September 11

Posted on September 11, 2013 by Don Merritt

It’s hard to think of that day being 12 years ago, for in so many ways it seems like only yesterday. To me it seemed like a day that went by almost in slow motion from the time that the … Continue reading →

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“Hey! Aren’t you a history geek?”

Posted on September 10, 2013 by Don Merritt

“Yes I am, thank you for asking.” “Then how is it that you’re always slamming traditions in the church?” “That is a great question. Let’s see if I can explain that…” It’s true, I am into history. You may have … Continue reading →