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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.

Saturday August 25 – A Day of Remembrance!

Posted on August 25, 2012 by Don Schmidt

1 Chronicles 16:8-12 8 Give thanks to the Lord, call on his name; make known among the nations what he has done. 9 Sing to him, sing praise to him; tell of all his wonderful acts. 10 Glory in his holy name; let … Continue reading →

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Sunday July 15

Posted on July 14, 2012 by Don Schmidt

Psalm17:7a  …the wonder of Your love…. Let’s think about some things that produce a sense of wonder within us.  In the spring I am so blessed by seeing everything begin to bloom after the winter season.  The redbuds and dogwood … Continue reading →

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Sunday July 8

Posted on July 8, 2012 by Don Schmidt

Genesis 40:23  The chief cupbearer, however, did not remember Joseph; he forgot him. Focus on the verse above and ask yourself the following question:  “Did Joseph spend two more years in prison due to a cupbearer’s faulty memory?” The story … Continue reading →

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Friday July 6

Posted on July 6, 2012 by Don Schmidt

Job 1:22  In all this Job did not sin by charging God with wrongdoing. It’s difficult to imagine the impact of all the disasters that happened to Job in chapter one.  Scripture describes him as being blameless and upright; one … Continue reading →

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Wednesday July 4

Posted on July 4, 2012 by Don Schmidt

Proverbs 3:5  Trust in the LORD with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; Our 3rd son Andrew was part of a mission intern program in Colorado Springs from August 1999 – June 2001.  The program included … Continue reading →

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Tuesday July 3

Posted on July 3, 2012 by Don Schmidt

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

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Friday June 29

Posted on June 29, 2012 by Don Schmidt

1 Peter 4:9, 10  Offer hospitality to one another without grumbling.  Each one should use whatever gift he has received to serve others, faithfully administering God’s grace in its various forms. There is an old story that has a powerful … Continue reading →

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Tuesday June 26

Posted on June 26, 2012 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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Saturday June 23

Posted on June 23, 2012 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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Friday June 22

Posted on June 21, 2012 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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