Tag Archives: hope

Some Things Never Change

Posted on September 5, 2018 by Don Merritt

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 mentions of men with this name in Scripture, … Continue reading →

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A Curious Letter

Posted on September 4, 2018 by Don Merritt

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 the text doesn’t say, I will leave it … Continue reading →

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Thrill-packed Ending

Posted on September 4, 2018 by Don Merritt

If you see any brother or sister commit a sin that does not lead to death, you should pray and God will give them life. I refer to those whose sin does not lead to death. There is a sin that … Continue reading →

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TLP Living: September 3, 2018

Posted on September 3, 2018 by Don Merritt
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TLP Inspiration: September 3, 2018

Posted on September 3, 2018 by Don Merritt

Merciful Mercy is the most fundamental aspect of our relationship with God. We only have a relationship with God because of His tremendous mercy, for without it, we are permanently estranged from Him. Thus, Jesus teaches mercy on our parts as … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: September 2, 2018

Posted on September 2, 2018 by Don Merritt

Title: Matters of Faith Text: Mark 6:1-13 Jesus left there and went to his hometown, accompanied by his disciples. When the Sabbath came, he began to teach in the synagogue, and many who heard him were amazed. “Where did this … Continue reading →

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TLP Inspiration: August 27, 2018

Posted on August 27, 2018 by Don Merritt

For They Will Be Filled I doubt that I need to discuss what it means to “hunger and thirst for righteousness” so let’s jump directly to what will become of the one who has no such desire. I think we … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: August 26, 2018

Posted on August 26, 2018 by Don Merritt

Title: The Kingdom Moves Forward Text: Marl 5: 21-43 Parallel Texts: Matthew 9:18-26; Luke 7:41-56 In this section, Jesus responds to the plea of a synagogue leader in Capernaum to go to the man’s house to heal his 12-year-old daughter … Continue reading →

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TLP Inspiration: August 25, 2018

Posted on August 25, 2018 by Don Merritt

For They Will Inherit the Earth A person who is “meek” is often thought of as being resigned to their circumstances, even weak, but that really isn’t what is being described here. Those who are “meek” are those who understand … Continue reading →

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Haves and Have Nots

Posted on August 24, 2018 by Don Merritt

This is the one who came by water and blood—Jesus Christ. He did not come by water only, but by water and blood. And it is the Spirit who testifies, because the Spirit is the truth. For there are three that … Continue reading →

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