Tag Archives: love

The Trails of Life

Posted on March 27, 2025 by Don Merritt

Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him. When tempted, no one should say, “God is tempting … Continue reading →

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Rich and Poor

Posted on March 25, 2025 by Don Merritt

Believers in humble circumstances ought to take pride in their high position. But the rich should take pride in their humiliation—since they will pass away like a wild flower. For the sun rises with scorching heat and withers the plant; … Continue reading →

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Proverbs 11:2

Posted on March 25, 2025 by Don Merritt

When pride comes, then comes disgrace,    but with humility comes wisdom. Why would pride bring disgrace? What is it about pride that could do that? Isn’t a little pride a good thing; don’t they say that you should have pride in … Continue reading →

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Presence

Posted on March 24, 2025 by Don Merritt

As the name implies, this expressive practice is all about being there for someone else. Sometimes called the ministry of presence, a person who practices this is the person who is always there when you need them. They aren’t necessarily there … Continue reading →

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Sunday Sermon Notes: March 23, 2025

Posted on March 23, 2025 by Don Merritt

Some Important Thoughts from the Proverbs Go to the ant, you sluggard;    consider its ways and be wise!It has no commander,    no overseer or ruler,yet it stores its provisions in summer    and gathers its food at harvest. How long will you lie there, … Continue reading →

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Cherry Blossom Festival- Redux

Posted on March 22, 2025 by Don Merritt

This was first posted on April 12, 2014 It’s been quite a while since I’ve done a post like this, and since this has been a week of intense posting here, I thought I do something a little different, if … Continue reading →

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Creativity

Posted on March 21, 2025 by Don Merritt

Many people make crafts as a hobby, as do many craftsmen. I’m making a distinction here between crafts, as in “arts and crafts” and craftsmanship, as in building or making things out of wood or stone or bricks or metal… … Continue reading →

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In Rome and Beyond

Posted on March 18, 2025 by Don Merritt

Acts 28:17-31 For two whole years Paul stayed there in his own rented house and welcomed all who came to see him. He proclaimed the kingdom of God and taught about the Lord Jesus Christ—with all boldness and without hindrance! Acts 28:30-31 Luke … Continue reading →

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Pray with Boldness

Posted on March 18, 2025 by Don Merritt

How often do we pray with boldness?  No, I mean with real boldness…? Do we ask God for big things, as opposed to routine things?  Do we ask God to take the battle right to the enemy, or to win … Continue reading →

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Paul’s Adventures in Malta

Posted on March 17, 2025 by Don Merritt

Acts 28:1-16 It was a cold and rainy day when the 276 souls arrived on the island of Malta after the shipwreck, and the people on the island were very kind to them, seeing to their needs. Since it was … Continue reading →

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