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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.

Tuesday November 25, 2025 – True good and evil are not culturally determined

Hebrews 5:14  But solid food is for the mature, who by constant use have trained themselves to distinguish good from evil. In Colorado Springs it sure is easy to know which way is west – and from that all the … Continue reading

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Monday November 24, 2025 – When is telling the truth optional?

Proverbs 12:22 The Lord detests lying lips, but he delights in men who are truthful. Is it okay sometimes to not tell the truth or to deliberately mislead?  Are ‘white lies’ appropriate sometimes?  Are there ever situations where avoiding hurting … Continue reading

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Sunday November 23, 2025 – If the littles Hammond organ could have talked!

1 Peter 2:9  But you are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of him who called you out of darkness into his wonderful light. Years ago … Continue reading

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Saturday November 22, 2025 – The “Preen Gland” of waterfowl – a very helpful illustration

Philippians 4:6 Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. Whether it is one task or situation or a slew of them, it is not unusual to find … Continue reading

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Friday November 21, 2025 – Tasks and relationships – which has priority?

1 Corinthians 14:1a  Follow the way of love… This morning I woke up thinking about one of the more important and useful concepts that I became aware of in Grad School.  God has used it ever since to give me … Continue reading

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Thursday November 20, 2025 – The wonder of faith

2 Corinthians 5:7  We live by faith, not by sight. Isn’t it amazing how different life can appear when seen through the eyes of faith?  I look back over my life and see so many situations where things happened that … Continue reading

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Wednesday November 19, 2025 – Two sides of the same coin

Revelation 1:17-18  When I saw him, I fell at his feet as though dead. Then he placed his right hand on me and said: “Do not be afraid. I am the First and the Last. 18 I am the Living … Continue reading

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Tuesday November 18, 2025 – Meeting Jesus is just the beginning!

1 Peter 1:8  Though you have not seen him, you love him; and even though you do not see him now, you believe in him and are filled with an inexpressible and glorious joy, This morning I am still overflowing … Continue reading

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Monday November 17, 2025 – An incredible, unforgettable experience!

1 Corinthians 3:6  I planted the seed, Apollos watered it, but God made it grow. Part 2 – Yesterday I asked you to picture yourself on a jet that has just taken off for a long flight.  The person next … Continue reading

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Sunday November 16, 2025 – Suppose you are asked “Why are you a christian?”

2 Corinthians 3:2  You yourselves are our letter, written on our hearts, known and read by everybody. Part 1 of 2 – Picture yourself on a jet that has just taken off for a long flight.  You begin a conversation with … Continue reading

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