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About Don Schmidt

Beginning in the fall of 2009, Don was VP of Operations & Director of Student Life for 2 years at Williamson Christian College in Franklin, TN - a wonderful, accredited 4 year college for adult learners. That is where he started writing the devotionals. The passion of his heart is to love God and to help others learn to love God more and more. He grew up in St. Joseph, MI - Class of '66. Graduated from Michigan State in '70 and Wheaton Grad School in '78. Thunderous conversion October 11, 1968. He and Donna were engaged 2 hrs & 15 minutes after they met August 25, 1969 at a Christian camp in Georgia. They married in '70 and have 4 wonderful sons. Most of his adult career has been in business in NE Ohio. They lived for 20 years in Peninsula, OH. They attended St. Luke's Ministries (Anglican) in Copley, OH for many years. Seven years ago they were reassigned by the Lord to attend River of Life Community Church in Hudson, OH. St. Luke's prayerfully sent them off on this new adventure with much love.

Thursday October 9, 2025 – How to respond to unjust suffering…

Posted on October 9, 2025 by Don Schmidt

1 Peter 2:19  For it is commendable if a man bears up under the pain of unjust suffering because he is conscious of God. We have a tendency to expect positive results when we do the right thing.  Nothing wrong … Continue reading →

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Wednesday October 8, 2025 – Things happen…How will we respond?

Posted on October 8, 2025 by Don Schmidt

Genesis 37:36  Meanwhile, the Midianites sold Joseph in Egypt to Potiphar, one of Pharaoh’s officials, the captain of the guard. Life is filled with all kinds of experiences – many good, some not-so-good, and some downright awful.  I think at … Continue reading →

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Tuesday October 7, 2025 – It was God’s plan for him!

Posted on October 7, 2025 by Don Schmidt

Genesis 42:21 They said to one another, “Surely we are being punished because of our brother. We saw how distressed he was when he pleaded with us for his life, but we would not listen; that’s why this distress has … Continue reading →

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Monday October 6, 2025 – Hiking provides a helpful illustration

Posted on October 6, 2025 by Don Schmidt

James 1:2  Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, The house we lived in in Tennessee backed up to a school yard that had a ½ mile walking path.  I would typically … Continue reading →

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Sunday October 5, 2025 – Expressing the fragrance of Jesus

Posted on October 5, 2025 by Don Schmidt

2 Corinthians 2:15 For we are to God the aroma of Christ among those who are being saved and those who are perishing. I would like us to consider aroma and fragrance.  These words have to do with the sense … Continue reading →

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Saturday October 4, 2025 – What should (must) we desire?

Posted on October 4, 2025 by Don Schmidt

Psalm 20:4  May He give you the desire of your heart and make all your plans succeed. I remember reading this verse and not having a clue what the desire of my heart was.  On top of that, I didn’t … Continue reading →

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Friday October 3, 2025 – The fear of the LORD is wonderful!

Posted on October 3, 2025 by Don Schmidt

The fear of the Lord As we consider the fear of the Lord, take a moment and think of the story of Pinocchio.  A wooden puppet becomes a real boy.  Something inanimate becomes alive and vibrantly real.  For many the … Continue reading →

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Thursday October 2, 2025 – It’s all about Him…

Posted on October 2, 2025 by Don Schmidt

Philemon 4-5  Every time your name comes up in my prayers, I say, “Oh, thank you, God!” I keep hearing of the love and faith you have for the Master Jesus, which brims over to other believers. The Message What … Continue reading →

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Wednesday October 1, 2025 – An important lesson from Andrew and his team (all 9 year olds)

Posted on October 1, 2025 by Don Schmidt

Hebrews 10:24  And let us consider one another to provoke unto love and to good works: KJV I am reminded of our son Andrew and his gymnastic team at Washington Court Athletic Club.  There were 6 boys on the 9 … Continue reading →

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Tuesday September 30, 2025 – Opportunity comes with being wrong

Posted on September 30, 2025 by Don Schmidt

Proverbs 25:11-12  The right word at the right time is like a custom-made piece of jewelry, And a wise friend’s timely reprimand is like a gold ring slipped on your finger.  The Message My wife Donna has this wonderful habit. … Continue reading →

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