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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 April 3, 2025 – He will cause your thoughts…

Posted on April 3, 2025 by Don Schmidt

Proverbs 16:3 Commit to the LORD whatever you do, and your plans will succeed. (NIV) – (Amplified Bible):   Roll your works upon the Lord [commit and trust them wholly to Him; He will cause your thoughts to become agreeable to His … Continue reading →

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Wednesday April 2, 2025 – A life-giving gem!

Posted on April 2, 2025 by Don Schmidt

Ephesians 5:10  and find out what pleases the Lord. There are 7 words in this verse and they present a thought and a command that is important beyond measure.  I’m embarrassed by the number of times I’ve read the book … Continue reading →

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Tuesday April 1, 2025 – Brown, black and gray…

Posted on April 1, 2025 by Don Schmidt

Proverbs 20:12  Ears that hear and eyes that see— the LORD has made them both. Opportunities – they surround us each and every day.  How many righteous opportunities do we miss because we don’t perceive them?  How many unrighteous ones … Continue reading →

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Monday March 31, 2025 – Oh Lord, make this true of me!

Posted on March 31, 2025 by Don Schmidt

Psalm 130:6  My soul waits for the Lord more than watchmen wait for the morning, more than watchmen wait for the morning. About 26 years ago, in our Sunday service, a song based on this verse was being sung.  The … Continue reading →

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Sunday March 30, 2025 – A not so dumb illustration!

Posted on March 30, 2025 by Don Schmidt

Psalm 42:5 Why are you downcast, O my soul?  Why so disturbed within me?  Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and 6 my God. Have you noticed that difficult situations can have a strong … Continue reading →

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Saturday March 29, 2025 – They are new every morning

Posted on March 29, 2025 by Don Schmidt

Lamentations 3:22-23 The steadfast love of the LORD never ceases, his mercies never come to an end; they are new every morning; great is thy faithfulness. These verses make me think of a pastoral picture.  Think of a large flower … Continue reading →

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Friday March 28, 2025 – How do you recognize good and evil?

Posted on March 28, 2025 by Don Schmidt

Romans 12:21 Do not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good. This verse really underscores the importance of the Scriptures and the critical role they play in our lives.  Their absence is debilitating while their presence is empowering.  … Continue reading →

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Thursday March 27, 2025 – Opportunities with those who are unkind or nasty

Posted on March 27, 2025 by Don Schmidt

Romans 12:20 On the contrary: “If your enemy is hungry, feed him; if he is thirsty, give him something to drink. In doing this, you will heap burning coals on his head.” There are probably people in our lives that … Continue reading →

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Wednesday March 26, 2025 – The priceless key of forgiveness

Posted on March 26, 2025 by Don Schmidt

Romans 12:19  Do not take revenge, my dear friends, but leave room for God’s wrath, for it is written: “It is mine to avenge; I will repay,” says the Lord. Have you ever noted the perverse delight we experience when … Continue reading →

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Tuesday March 25, 2025 – Righteousness and peace kiss each other

Posted on March 25, 2025 by Don Schmidt

Romans 12:18  If it is possible, as far as it depends on you, live at peace with everyone. When I read this verse I think of the many wonderful things the Bible has to say about peace, and peacemakers.  I … Continue reading →

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