Tag Archives: life

Standing Firm

Posted on August 5, 2016 by Don Merritt

Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in the one Spirit, striving … Continue reading →

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Love, Justice and Our Response

Posted on August 5, 2016 by Don Merritt

I will sing of your love and justice; to you, Lord, I will sing praise. I will be careful to lead a blameless life— when will you come to me? Psalm 101:1-2a At first this may seem to be quite simple, but … Continue reading →

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A Challenge

Posted on August 4, 2016 by Don Merritt

Yes, and I will continue to rejoice, for I know that through your prayers and God’s provision of the Spirit of Jesus Christ what has happened to me will turn out for my deliverance. I eagerly expect and hope that … Continue reading →

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“Respect your elders and betters”

Posted on August 4, 2016 by Don Merritt

Hebrews 2:10-13 I commented on this passage yesterday (Too Amazing); it’s a passage in which we see very clearly that in Christ, we are members of God’s family, brothers and sisters of Jesus Himself, co-heirs with Him to everything. Indeed, … Continue reading →

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Photo of the Week: August 3, 2016

Posted on August 3, 2016 by Don Merritt

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Because of This I Rejoice

Posted on August 3, 2016 by Don Merritt

It is true that some preach Christ out of envy and rivalry, but others out of goodwill. The latter do so out of love, knowing that I am put here for the defense of the gospel. The former preach Christ … Continue reading →

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Too Amazing

Posted on August 3, 2016 by Don Merritt

In bringing many sons and daughters to glory, it was fitting that God, for whom and through whom everything exists, should make the pioneer of their salvation perfect through what he suffered. Both the one who makes people holy and those who … Continue reading →

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The Palace Guard

Posted on August 2, 2016 by Don Merritt

Now I want you to know, brothers and sisters, that what has happened to me has actually served to advance the gospel. As a result, it has become clear throughout the whole palace guard and to everyone else that I … Continue reading →

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We always find what we are looking for

Posted on August 2, 2016 by Don Merritt

If you are thinking about buying a green car, you will suddenly notice that there are many green cars on the road; if you are thinking about buying a new green Toyota, you’ll start to see them everywhere. If you … Continue reading →

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A New Journey Begins

Posted on August 1, 2016 by Don Merritt

The Apostle Paul sat in jail. He had been arrested for his testimony about Jesus and the power of His Gospel; yep, there he was, chained up in jail alone, miserable, unhappy and afraid… or so we might have thought. … Continue reading →