Tag Archives: Jesus

Beginning Anew

Posted on April 7, 2015 by Don Merritt

Jesus told the disciples, now Apostles, to wait in Jerusalem until the Holy Spirit came upon them, and in a short time, the Spirit did come upon them; this and its aftermath  is described in Acts chapter 2. Whatever their … Continue reading →

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Endings and New Beginnings

Posted on April 6, 2015 by Don Merritt

In the beginning, Jesus called them and promised to make them fishers of men. Then Jesus went about proclaiming the Kingdom of God, healing the sick, making the lame walk, giving sight to the blind and chasing out demons. Along … Continue reading →

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In the Garden

Posted on April 6, 2015 by Don Merritt

It was a garden where the great event took place, the event that both confirmed and changed everything, for you see, that garden tomb is empty!  In a sense, our rebirth took place in a garden. I can’t speak for … Continue reading →

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Glorious

Posted on April 5, 2015 by Don Merritt

John 21:1-14 The disciples got out of the city and went back to Galilee, probably a smart move. One evening at the Sea of Galilee, Peter suddenly announced that he was going fishing, and all seven of them got into … Continue reading →

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Waiting

Posted on April 4, 2015 by Don Merritt

Jesus had been crucified and hastily put into a tomb; they waited. What were they waiting for exactly? Who can say… It is hard to imagine what was going through the minds of His disciples, and those others who had … Continue reading →

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Kingdom on a Cross

Posted on April 3, 2015 by Don Merritt

Jesus was the very embodiment of the Kingdom of God; we know that for certain. Everywhere He went He preached the Kingdom, healed the sick, made the lame walk, restored sight to the blind and chased out demons: The Kingdom … Continue reading →

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The King on Trial

Posted on April 3, 2015 by Don Merritt

Pilate then went back inside the palace, summoned Jesus and asked him, “Are you the king of the Jews?” “Is that your own idea,” Jesus asked, “or did others talk to you about me?” “Am I a Jew?” Pilate replied. “Your own people … Continue reading →

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Proverbs 13:10

Posted on April 2, 2015 by Don Merritt

Where there is strife, there is pride, but wisdom is found in those who take advice. Have you ever known someone who is always involved in controversy, arguments and disputes? Have you ever wondered why they have so much trouble? … Continue reading →

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The Problem When Jesus Arrived

Posted on April 2, 2015 by Don Merritt

As he approached Jerusalem and saw the city, he wept over it and said, “If you, even you, had only known on this day what would bring you peace—but now it is hidden from your eyes. The days will come upon you … Continue reading →

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Jesus Arrives in Jerusalem: Another View

Posted on April 2, 2015 by Don Merritt

Luke 19:28-44 In these verses, Luke tells the same story that John told in John 12 that we looked at yesterday. Even though they both tell the same story, they differ slightly, as does any story when told by two … Continue reading →

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