Tag Archives: Spiritual Transformation

Introduction: The Great “Therefore” Pivot

Posted on October 20, 2026 by Don Merritt

Good morning, everyone. Welcome. Grab your seats, pull up your text in Romans, and let’s begin. If you have spent any time in biblical studies, you have likely heard commentators divide the Apostle Paul’s letters neatly in half: chapters 1 … Continue reading →

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Praying Without Ceasing

Posted on September 4, 2026 by Don Merritt

When people read the phrase “pray continually” in the New Testament, they sometimes picture a monk hidden away in a monastery, chanting prayers 24 hours a day. Most of us have jobs to do, errands to run, meals to cook, … 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 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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Weeds in the Garden

Posted on August 24, 2026 by Don Merritt

If you enjoy keeping a garden or flowerbed, you already know the universal rule of gardening: nobody has to plant the weeds. You can carefully plant your tomatoes, fertilize the soil, water the seeds, and keep watch—and sure enough, without … 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 →