Tag Archives: hope

Wanna Hear a Secret?

Posted on August 8, 2014 by Don Merritt

Well, do you? Have you ever had someone ask you this? If so, you probably also know that the person usually says, “promise not to tell?” So, let’s start over… Wanna know a secret? Will you promise to tell everybody? … Continue reading →

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Our Rock

Posted on August 7, 2014 by Don Merritt

“Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.” Hebrews 13:8 The modern world is like a stormy sea, churning, boiling, ever-changing. In my lifetime it has changed many times over, and to be honest the world of now … Continue reading →

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Grace and Truth

Posted on August 6, 2014 by Don Merritt

For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ. John 1:17 It’s a short little verse really, nice phrasing, sort of a lyrical quality, but it falls within a chapter that is full of profound … Continue reading →

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Reflections on Our Recent Study

Posted on August 5, 2014 by Don Merritt

As I sit at my computer this morning, I can see out the window the brightening orange sky through the branches of the pine trees as the sun just begins to come up on the horizon, and as I reflect … Continue reading →

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Who Can I Trust?

Posted on August 5, 2014 by Don Merritt

Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” Psalm 91:1-2 I think … Continue reading →

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The Sheep and the Goats

Posted on August 4, 2014 by Don Merritt

Matthew 25:31-46 Today we reach the final passage in the Oliver Discourse, the parable of the sheep and goats. In this parable, Jesus is painting for us a picture of His return, and the assembling of all people for judgment. … Continue reading →

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Misty Morning

Posted on August 3, 2014 by Don Merritt

There’s something about a misty morning that grabs the imagination, don’t you agree? The day is stretched out ahead of you, but it’s hard to see exactly where it will lead; will it be a good one, or will it … Continue reading →

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Parable of the Talents

Posted on August 2, 2014 by Don Merritt

Matthew 25:14-30 Before we get started, let’s remember our context, Jesus is still giving His answer to this question: “what will be the sign of your coming and of the end of the age?” (24:3). Also, please don’t forget this … Continue reading →

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Featured Blog: Meredith’s Musings

Posted on August 1, 2014 by Don Merritt

I read everything Meredith posts on her blog; it is one of those that I catch up on if I miss for some reason. I’ve been trying to put my finger on exactly why that is, and to be honest, … Continue reading →

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Ten Virgins

Posted on August 1, 2014 by Don Merritt

Matthew 25:1-13 Jesus continues the Discourse through chapter 25, which consists of three parables, the first of which we’ll take a look at in a moment. Before we do, I think it would be helpful for us to review what … Continue reading →