Tag Archives: Peace of God

A Final Thought About Forgiveness

Posted on October 6, 2026 by Don Merritt

It’s been quite a journey through our study of What the Bible Says About Forgiveness. I hope that you have found it to be interesting and useful. We’ve looked simply and honestly at what our Lord had to say on … Continue reading →

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The First Rule of Understanding

Posted on October 4, 2026 by Don Merritt

I’ve paid enough attention to the news cycle over the years to notice a common thread: it is getting harder and harder to find folks who simply tell the unvarnished truth. Between political spin, polished advertisements, half-truths, and sensationalized headlines, … Continue reading →

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Shifting Sand vs. Solid Rock

Posted on October 3, 2026 by Don Merritt

Have you ever tried building anything on loose gravel or dry sand? You can level it out, make it look nice and tidy, and even admire your handiwork for an afternoon. But the minute a heavy downpour sweeps through or … Continue reading →

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The Radical Kingdom Ethic

Posted on October 1, 2026 by Don Merritt

Part 5 In Matthew 5–7, Jesus presents His manifesto for the Kingdom of Heaven. The surrounding world insists that the assertive, self-protective, and vengeful inherit success. Jesus turns human wisdom on its head: What happens to our soul when we … Continue reading →

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The Valley’s Purpose

Posted on September 28, 2026 by Don Merritt

Nobody ever volunteers for the hard seasons. If we had a remote control for life, we’d fast-forward right past the hospital waiting rooms, the job losses, the broken relationships, and the long, lonely nights. We want the green pastures and … Continue reading →

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Anchored in the Storm

Posted on September 27, 2026 by Don Merritt

Some years back, I spent some time watching boats tied up in a harbor as a stiff autumn gale blew in off the water. The wind whipped the surface into whitecaps, tossed smaller debris around, and shoved hard against anything … Continue reading →

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When the Fog Rolls In

Posted on September 26, 2026 by Don Merritt

If you’ve ever lived or driven through farm country in the late autumn, you know what a heavy morning fog looks like. It settles over the fields so thickly that you can barely see twenty feet ahead of your bumper. … Continue reading →

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Grace That Finds Us

Posted on July 25, 2026 by Don Merritt

But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him. Luke 15:20 Have you ever noticed how … Continue reading →

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Love That Flows Through Us

Posted on July 24, 2026 by Don Merritt

Loving others isn’t always easy. Some people are easy to love — they bring joy, comfort, and warmth into our lives. But others stretch us. They challenge our patience. They test our grace. They remind us how human we really … Continue reading →

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When God’s Love Feels Distant

Posted on July 22, 2026 by Don Merritt

There are days when God’s love feels close and unmistakable — when prayer comes easily, when Scripture feels alive, when worship feels natural. And then there are days when none of that seems to happen. You pray, but the words … Continue reading →