Tag Archives: life

The Power of Love

Posted on September 10, 2026 by Don Merritt

“For I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God that brings salvation to everyone who believes…” Romans 1:16 There are verses that stand tall like mountains, and Romans 1:16 is one of them. It rises with … Continue reading →

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Faithfulness in the Small Things

Posted on September 9, 2026 by Don Merritt

When we think of living a “faithful” Christian life, our minds often jump to grand gestures—traveling overseas as a missionary, preaching to thousands, or enduring extreme sacrifices. Because our everyday lives are filled with ordinary chores like paying the utility … Continue reading →

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Praying Without Ceasing: BONUS POST

Posted on September 5, 2026 by Don Merritt

Yesterday I posted about praying continually. I wrote the post in general terms that can be applied to any situation, which is the way to present the idea to a general audience like we have here. Yet the danger of … Continue reading →

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A New Study on its Way

Posted on September 3, 2026 by Don Merritt

Recently I was speaking with a friend who was asking me questions about our study on the Nephilim. As the conversation continued, he asked me whether Christians are really expected to forgive people who have caused us pain, which is … Continue reading →

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When the Answer Isn’t What We Expected

Posted on September 2, 2026 by Don Merritt

We’ve all had those seasons where we prayed earnestly about a situation—a health issue, a struggling relationship, or a job transition—and things didn’t turn out the way we hoped. The door stayed shut. The road stayed steep. In those moments, … Continue reading →

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The Overflow of Gratitude

Posted on August 31, 2026 by Don Merritt

If you ever received a personal phone call from the Governor or the President, your first reaction—regardless of your politics—would probably be to thank them for taking the time to speak with you. After all, they’re busy people with heavy … Continue reading →

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The Off Button

Posted on August 30, 2026 by Don Merritt

We live in a world that simply refuses to be quiet. Between 24-hour news updates, chiming cell phones, email alerts, and the constant rush of daily demands, there is always something clamoring for our immediate attention. If we aren’t careful, … Continue reading →

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More Than a Formal Visit

Posted on August 29, 2026 by Don Merritt

Have you ever had to attend an event or a meeting where you felt you had to be on your absolute best behavior? You wear your stiffest clothes, watch every single word that comes out of your mouth, and sit … Continue reading →

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The Mark of Maturity

Posted on August 28, 2026 by Don Merritt

In our culture, success and maturity are usually measured by how much influence you have, how many things you own, or how high you can climb up the ladder. The loud and proud get the headlines, while quiet faithfulness usually … Continue reading →

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Learning to Walk

Posted on August 26, 2026 by Don Merritt

Watching a toddler learn to walk is one of the great joys—and comedies—of life. They take one wobbly step, wobble like a sailor on a rolling ship, take a second step, and tumble straight down onto the rug. Do the … Continue reading →

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