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Last Will and Testament

Posted on April 12, 2014 by Don Merritt

In the case of a will, it is necessary to prove the death of the one who made it, because a will is in force only when somebody has died; it never takes effect while the one who made it … Continue reading →

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Superior Sacrifice – Superior Covenant

Posted on April 11, 2014 by Don Merritt

But when Christ came as high priest of the good things that are now already here, he went through the greater and more perfect tabernacle that is not made with human hands, that is to say, is not a part … Continue reading →

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Tabernacle Worship

Posted on April 11, 2014 by Don Merritt

Now the first covenant had regulations for worship and also an earthly sanctuary. A tabernacle was set up. In its first room were the lampstand and the table with its consecrated bread; this was called the Holy Place. Behind … Continue reading →

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The Old is no more

Posted on April 10, 2014 by Don Merritt

For if there had been nothing wrong with that first covenant, no place would have been sought for another. But God found fault with the people and said: “The days are coming, declares the Lord, when I will make a new … Continue reading →

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A New Covenant!

Posted on April 10, 2014 by Don Merritt

Now the main point of what we are saying is this: We do have such a high priest, who sat down at the right hand of the throne of the Majesty in heaven, and who serves in the sanctuary, the true tabernacle set … Continue reading →

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Who IS this Guy?

Posted on April 9, 2014 by Don Merritt

This Melchizedek was king of Salem and priest of God Most High. He met Abraham returning from the defeat of the kings and blessed him, and Abraham gave him a tenth of everything. First, the name Melchizedek means “king of righteousness”; then also, … Continue reading →

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God’s Promises

Posted on April 8, 2014 by Don Merritt

When God made his promise to Abraham, since there was no one greater for him to swear by, he swore by himself, saying, “I will surely bless you and give you many descendants.” And so after waiting patiently, Abraham received what was … Continue reading →

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It’s Time to Grow Up!

Posted on April 7, 2014 by Don Merritt

We have much to say about this, but it is hard to make it clear to you because you no longer try to understand. In fact, though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you … Continue reading →

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Great High Priest, part 2

Posted on April 7, 2014 by Don Merritt

Every high priest is selected from among the people and is appointed to represent the people in matters related to God, to offer gifts and sacrifices for sins. He is able to deal gently with those who are ignorant and are going astray, since … Continue reading →

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Weariness

Posted on April 6, 2014 by Don Merritt

You can see them in any airport, on any flight; weary travelers far from home on a business trip. They are in a hurry for the next flight, cell phone to their ear, talking, listening, making appointments… They are at … Continue reading →