Tag Archives: hope

Where the Guns Fell Silent, Redux

Posted on May 22, 2019 by Don Merritt

I first posted this back in 2015, but with the observances for Memorial Day fast approaching, and considering the fact that Memorial Day (originally called “Decoration Day) was established to honor Civil War fatalities, I thought this might be a … Continue reading →

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The Genealogy of Jesus Christ: Matthew 1:6-17

Posted on May 22, 2019 by Don Merritt

Matthew continues his genealogy as he moves from the first group of 14 names to the next. The first group culminates in King David, that glorious figure who is “a man after God’s own heart”, with whom God made a … Continue reading →

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The Genealogy of Jesus Christ: Matthew 1:1-6

Posted on May 22, 2019 by Don Merritt

This is the genealogy of Jesus the Messiah the son of David, the son of Abraham: (1:1) Matthew begins with this verse full of content and contextual implications. It would seem that Matthew is intent on linking the story of Jesus to the … Continue reading →

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The Genealogy of Jesus Christ: Introduction

Posted on May 21, 2019 by Don Merritt

I’ll confess to you right here and now that when I sit down to read the Bible, I skip the genealogies, but when I sit down to study the Bible, I look for genealogies. For many who casually read the … Continue reading →

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A Brief introduction to the Gospel of Matthew

Posted on May 21, 2019 by Don Merritt

From the second century AD onward, Matthew the tax collector has been identified as the author of this, the first Gospel in our New Testament. As is true with the other three Gospels, it first began to be circulated without … Continue reading →

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TLP Living: 5/20/19

Posted on May 20, 2019 by Don Merritt

  A Strong and Vibrant Relationship I.ve used this story many times, let’s be clear about that. Why wouldn’t I use it? It’s a great story, and it has the added bonus of being true! Once upon a time I … Continue reading →

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TLP Inspiration: May 20, 2019

Posted on May 20, 2019 by Don Merritt

The Next Move Here we are at the chess board, looking intently at the pieces on the table and trying to plot our next move… but this is no game−  it’s life. Each of us has life moves to make; … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: May 19, 2019

Posted on May 19, 2019 by Don Merritt

Title: But We See Jesus! Text: Hebrews 2:1-13 We must pay the most careful attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away. For since the message spoken through angels was binding, and every violation and disobedience received … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes May 5, 2019

Posted on May 5, 2019 by Don Merritt

Title: Problems in the Church Text: 3 John John’s last letter. So short, so telling. John is writing to his friend and brother Gaius.  He seems to have been a leader in the church, and even though there are other … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: April 28, 2019

Posted on April 28, 2019 by Don Merritt

Title: Remain in God’s Love Text: 2 John It begins by referencing its recipient as a “chosen lady” without ever mentioning a name.  Some have voiced speculation over the years as to who that lady might have been, but since … Continue reading →

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