Tag Archives: Jesus

A Brief Introduction to 1 Corinthians

Posted on May 26, 2025 by Don Merritt

Paul, the Apostle of Jesus Christ to the Gentiles, was in Ephesus right around the year 55 AD when he began to receive news that the church in Corinth was in trouble. These two cities really weren’t all that far … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: May 25, 2025

Posted on May 25, 2025 by Don Merritt

Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the … Continue reading →

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A Little Reflection

Posted on May 24, 2025 by Don Merritt

It’s Saturday again; what better day for a little reflection? Has God been filling your life with blessings?  Has he given you peace in a tough situation? Well, you see what I mean by reflection… We spend so much time … Continue reading →

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Appearances

Posted on May 23, 2025 by Don Merritt

Some time ago I was walking along on a beautiful morning when I came upon this view. As you can see, I was out in the country, walking along a quiet path when I saw these fowl doing their duck … Continue reading →

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To God be the Glory!

Posted on May 23, 2025 by Don Merritt

 Be merciful to those who doubt; save others by snatching them from the fire; to others show mercy, mixed with fear—hating even the clothing stained by corrupted flesh. Jude 22-23 This is Jude’s final instruction to his readers.  It is … Continue reading →

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Treasure… where?

Posted on May 22, 2025 by Don Merritt

People get caught up with “stuff”; most of us fall into this trap at one time or another. How much stuff is enough?  Is it really true that the guy with the most toys wins? A farmer may put his … Continue reading →

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Simple Faith

Posted on May 22, 2025 by Don Merritt

Many have said that the simple things in life are the best.  Simple things don’t  cost much, usually aren’t flashy and are seldom mentioned in social media…  Things like devotion to duty, love of family, faith in God and serving … Continue reading →

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The Closing

Posted on May 21, 2025 by Don Merritt

 My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. Greater love has no one than this, that he lay down his life for his friends. You are my friends if you do what I command. I no longer call you … Continue reading →

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“But dear friends…”

Posted on May 21, 2025 by Don Merritt

But, dear friends, remember what the apostles of our Lord Jesus Christ foretold. They said to you, “In the last times there will be scoffers who will follow their own ungodly desires.” These are the people who divide you, who … Continue reading →

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The Closing

Posted on May 20, 2025 by Don Merritt

See what large letters I use as I write to you with my own hand! Those who want to impress people by means of the flesh are trying to compel you to be circumcised. The only reason they do this is to … Continue reading →

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