Tag Archives: spirituality

Consider Abraham…

Posted on November 9, 2011 by Don Merritt

Do you ever think of yourself being a lot like Abraham?  There’s a fair chance that you don’t… after all, he was the greatest figure in the Old Testament,  he had a covenant relationship with God, he was a great … Continue reading →

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Living in the Light

Posted on November 8, 2011 by Don Merritt

“I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.” (John 8:12) Americans seem to be seeking two things these days: Truth and leadership;  Jesus is both. He … Continue reading →

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Aftermath: Rebellion and Hope

Posted on November 7, 2011 by Don Merritt

Adam and Eve had the perfect life in the Garden of Eden… and they messed it up by rebelling against God.  There was a price to be paid, and they would certainly pay it. We covered their life in the … Continue reading →

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Are You Loved?

Posted on November 5, 2011 by Don Merritt

It’s pretty normal for each of us to feel unloved at times, but we need not stay there.  Jesus loves you.  OK, maybe that seems cliché, but is it really? Whenever you are in this sort of funk, just remember … Continue reading →

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Looking Through Old Windows

Posted on November 4, 2011 by Don Merritt

I love to look through old windows. It can really be quite different from looking through modern ones.  Somehow the old ones give a person a more interesting perspective. Even when you keep looking out of the same one, the … Continue reading →

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Peace and Quiet

Posted on November 1, 2011 by Don Merritt

“I urge, then, first of all, that requests, prayers, intercession and thanksgiving be made for everyone— for kings and all those in authority, that we may live peaceful and quiet lives in all godliness and holiness.” (1 Timothy 2:1-2) Our … Continue reading →

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Autumnal Reflections

Posted on October 20, 2011 by Don Merritt

Autumn has been my favorite season for as long as I can remember.  There’s so much about it to like; pumpkins, changing leaves, football, the World Series, seasonal cuisine and all of this is spite of the fact that we … Continue reading →

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The Greatest Gift of All

Posted on October 18, 2011 by Don Merritt

What is the greatest gift you have ever received? There could be quite a few answers to a question like that; for me, the greatest gift I’ve ever received can be summed up in this picture… This picture is called … Continue reading →

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What is Truth?

Posted on October 13, 2011 by Don Merritt

Since I am new at blogging, I thought I would start with a light and simple topic: What is Truth? Well maybe it isn’t all that light and simple, but it sure is basic as a life’s reference. The picture … Continue reading →

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