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An Everyday Example

Posted on May 5, 2025 by Don Merritt

Brothers and sisters, let me take an example from everyday life. Just as no one can set aside or add to a human covenant that has been duly established, so it is in this case. The promises were spoken to Abraham … Continue reading →

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Saturday Reflections

Posted on May 3, 2025 by Don Merritt
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Paul Applies his Story

Posted on May 2, 2025 by Don Merritt

You foolish Galatians! Who has bewitched you? Before your very eyes Jesus Christ was clearly portrayed as crucified. I would like to learn just one thing from you: Did you receive the Spirit by the works of the law, or by believing what you heard? … Continue reading →

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A Strong and Vibrant Relationship

Posted on May 2, 2025 by Don Merritt

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 was teaching a class, and the … Continue reading →

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Paul and Peter

Posted on May 1, 2025 by Don Merritt

 When Cephas came to Antioch, I opposed him to his face, because he stood condemned. For before certain men came from James, he used to eat with the Gentiles. But when they arrived, he began to draw back and separate himself from the Gentiles … Continue reading →

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Man’s Rules

Posted on May 1, 2025 by Don Merritt

Since you died with Christ to the elemental spiritual forces of this world, why, as though you still belonged to the world, do you submit to its rules: “Do not handle! Do not taste! Do not touch!”? These rules, which … Continue reading →

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Paul’s Story Continues

Posted on April 30, 2025 by Don Merritt

Then after fourteen years, I went up again to Jerusalem, this time with Barnabas. I took Titus along also. I went in response to a revelation and, meeting privately with those esteemed as leaders, I presented to them the gospel that I preach … Continue reading →

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God is our Refuge

Posted on April 30, 2025 by Don Merritt

I think we all have times when it seems that our world has been turned topsy-turvy.  I think we all have times when we aren’t quite sure which way to go or how best to proceed… We might cry out … Continue reading →

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Paul Shares His Story

Posted on April 29, 2025 by Don Merritt

Galatians 1:11-24 Here in the second part of Galatians 1, Paul shares his personal story, and in doing so, I see a twofold purpose. First, he wants to make it clear to the Galatians that he is a reliable teacher; … Continue reading →

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Disrepair

Posted on April 29, 2025 by Don Merritt

When things are going along well, we are able to take of routine maintenance and keep up with the necessary repairs, but in rough times these things can get away from us.  When it comes to a house, we might … Continue reading →

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