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Sunday Class Notes: September 22

Posted on September 22, 2013 by Don Merritt

Discipline! Today’s Text: Hebrews 12 Introduction This chapter begins with the word “therefore” connecting it with what has just preceded it. “These were all commended for their faith, yet none of them received what had been promised. God had planned … Continue reading →

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What a View!

Posted on September 21, 2013 by Don Merritt

From high on a hill, you can see a long way. From up here, you can see over the trees, over the river below, and across the hills of another state. From the hilltop, you can see much … 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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Love and Faithfulness

Posted on September 19, 2013 by Don Merritt

Righteousness and justice are the foundation of your throne; love and faithfulness go before you. Blessed are those who have learned to acclaim you, who walk in the light of your presence, Lord. Psalm 89:14-15 The ancients understood what these verses mean and … Continue reading →

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Feelings and Spiritual Truth

Posted on September 18, 2013 by Don Merritt

This kind of talk is not popular these days, and I know that it may irritate you… so here goes! OK, it’s not all that bad, but it is a terrible mistake to think that spiritual truth has anything to … Continue reading →

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Who is like the Lord?

Posted on September 18, 2013 by Don Merritt

Is there anyone who is like the Lord in heaven or on earth? Not a chance! Is there any one or any thing that deserves our praise except our God? No. Our God has demonstrated His great love for us, … 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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“I have made a covenant…”

Posted on September 17, 2013 by Don Merritt

You said, “I have made a covenant with my chosen one, I have sworn to David my servant, ‘I will establish your line forever and make your throne firm through all generations.’ Psalm 89:3-4 This is really the most amazing … Continue reading →

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New Week; New Journey

Posted on September 16, 2013 by Don Merritt

A new work week begins today, where will the journey take us? Some will drift along not having any notion of what it will bring, while others have a plan for each and every day. None of us knows for … Continue reading →

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Sunday Class Notes: September 15

Posted on September 15, 2013 by Don Merritt

By Faith Today’s Text: Hebrews 11 Introduction This is the famous chapter on faith. It follows from the introduction to the subject in 10:35-39, and falls within a context in Hebrews to bolster the theme of perseverance through trials and … Continue reading →