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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.

Sunday May 4, 2014

Posted on May 4, 2014 by Don Schmidt

2 Kings 13:18-19  Then he said, “Take the arrows,”  and the king took them. Elisha told him, “Strike the ground.” He struck it three times and stopped. 19 The man of God was angry with him and said, “You should have … Continue reading →

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Saturday May 3, 2014

Posted on May 2, 2014 by Don Schmidt

Genesis 1:1   1 In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. If a person is an atheist, they definitely have a problem with the concept of God creating the world.  Likewise those who might believe in some kind … Continue reading →

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Friday May 2, 2014

Posted on May 2, 2014 by Don Schmidt

1 Peter 3:15  But in your hearts set apart Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and … Continue reading →

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Wednesday April 30, 2014

Posted on April 29, 2014 by Don Schmidt

Romans 1:20  For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities—his eternal power and divine nature—have been clearly seen, being understood from what has been made, so that men are without excuse. As I’ve noted before, I had a … Continue reading →

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Tuesday April 29, 2014

Posted on April 28, 2014 by Don Schmidt

John 12:42-43  Yet at the same time many even among the leaders believed in him. But because of the Pharisees they would not confess their faith for fear they would be put out of the synagogue; 43 for they loved … Continue reading →

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Monday April 28, 2014

Posted on April 28, 2014 by Don Schmidt

1 Corinthians 1:18 For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. Have you thought about the power inherent in humility? It enables … Continue reading →

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Saturday April 26, 2014

Posted on April 25, 2014 by Don Schmidt

Ishmael and Isaac  – Which one is the child of promise? When are two sons, not two sons? Answer: God’s view of Abraham’s offspring – Ishmael and Isaac.  While both boys had Abraham as their father, only one was the … Continue reading →

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Friday April 25, 2014

Posted on April 25, 2014 by Don Schmidt

Luke 5:11  So they pulled their boats up on shore, left everything and followed him. Luke 9:57 As they were walking along the road, a man said to him, “I will follow you wherever you go.” This morning I was … Continue reading →

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Thursday April 24, 2014

Posted on April 23, 2014 by Don Schmidt

Luke 5:10b-11  Then Jesus said to Simon, “Don’t be afraid; from now on you will catch men.” 11 So they pulled their boats up on shore, left everything and followed him. Picture yourself a fisherman.  That is your livelihood.  You … Continue reading →

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Wednesday April 23, 2014

Posted on April 23, 2014 by Don Schmidt

Colossians 3:13  Bear with each other and forgive whatever grievances you may have against one another. Forgive as the Lord forgave you. Do we understand that forgiving someone is a simple decision of our will?  Better still is the fact … Continue reading →

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