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Donald was born and reared in the authentic Cajun country of south Louisiana. He is a 1978 graduate of LaGrange High School in Lake Charles. He is also a graduate of Louisiana College (B.A. in History Education, 1984), New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary (M.Div., 1994) and Andersonville Theological Seminary (Doctor of Ministry, 2000). He is an ACPE Certified Chaplain with training in Trauma/ER, NICU, and Psychiatric Pastoral Care from the McFarland Institute in New Orleans (2003). He has over thirty years of ministry service, which concluded when he was called to serve as pastor of Meadowbrook Baptist Church in Muskogee, Oklahoma from 2017-2018. Due to health concerns, he retired from public ministry in 2020 and now devotes his time to internet evangelism through the writing of Bible studies, sermons, and articles on current issues for varied Christian webpages and ministries. He is a regular contributor to sites such as Rapture Ready and Sermon Central as well as Inspirational Christian Blogs. He and his wife Cathy are both active members of Eastern Heights Baptist Church in Muskogee. Don will often serve as a panel member of the Gospel Rescue Mission Pastor’s Round Table Broadcast, shown monthly on the mission’s Facebook page as his health allows. He has a personal evangelistic blog as well and can be contacted at his Email address.
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 67 – Luke 23:1-12: “Injustice on Display, Part 2”
The cruelty towards Him by His accusers is vicious and void of any sense of decency or compassion By Dr. Donald Whitchard “Then the whole company of them arose and brought Him before Pilate, and they began to accuse… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 66 – Luke 22:54-71: “Injustice on Display, Part 1”
He sees everything you do and say, and when death comes for you, you will face Him and give an accounting of your life By Dr. Donald Whitchard “Then they seized Him and led Him away, bringing Him into… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 65 – Luke 22:39-53: ‘Agony, Betrayal, and Injustice”
We are owed nothing by the Sovereign God of all creation, and we deserve nothing By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And He came out and went, as was His custom, to the Mount of Olives, and the disciples followed Him…. Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 64 – Luke 22: 23-38: “Conversations at the Dinner Table”
Real greatness consists of humbleness, an attitude of service, and godly character By Dr. Donald Whitchard “A dispute also arose among them, as to which of them was to be regarded as the greatest. And He said to them,… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 63 – Luke 22: 14-23: “The Last Passover and the Coming Darkness”
Satan and his dark minions are preparing to accomplish what they mistakenly hope will be an end to any plan of God By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And when the hour had come, He reclined at the table, and the… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 62 – Luke 21:29-33: “The Fig Tree – A Lesson in Interpreting Scripture”
The Bible is inerrant, all-sufficient, and inspired of God, without mixture of error, and preserved through the ages By Dr. Donald Whitchard “Then He spoke to them a parable: ‘Look at the fig tree, and all the trees…. Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 61 – Luke 21:20-24: “The Terrifying Future for Jerusalem”
God has not and will never tolerate any kind of disobedience and rebellion from anyone or any nation By Dr. Donald Whitchard “But when you see Jerusalem surrounded by armies, then know that its desolation is near. Then let… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 60 – Luke 21:5-19: “False Christs, Frightening Signs, and Frequent Harassment”
Persecution will intensify and so will the call to have Christianity made illegal through “hate speech” laws or classified as “domestic terrorism” By Dr. Donald Whitchard “Then, as some spoke of the temple, how it was adorned with beautiful… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 59 – Luke 20:27-40: “Silencing the Religious Liberals”
Our Lord Jesus Christ can never be fooled or caught off guard in any situation or encounter By Dr. Donald Whitchard “Then some of the Sadducees, who deny there is a resurrection, came to Him and asked Him, saying:… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 58 – Luke 20:20-26: “Foolish Flattery and A Firm Answer”
There have always been those individuals who think that they can challenge Almighty God By Dr. Donald Whitchard “So, they watched Him, and sent spies who pretended to be righteous, that they might seize on His words in order to… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 57 – Luke 20:9-18: “A Point-Blank Parable of Coming Judgment”
The Gentiles have been heirs of a blessing that was not theirs originally, but have shared it with others, including the Jews. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And He began to tell the people this parable: ‘A man planted a… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 56 – Luke 19:45-20:8: “Shaking Up the Service- Temple Edition”
These well-dressed and well-off shysters would probably curse and reject the Lord Jesus By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And He entered the temple and began to cast out those who were selling, saying to them, ‘It is written, and My… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 55 – Luke 19:36-44: “A Grand Procession and A Dire Prophecy”
Patriotism and religious observation will not get anyone, no matter how pious, into heaven By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And as He was going, they were spreading their garments in the road. And as He was now approaching near the descent… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 54 – Luke 19:28-34: “All Creatures Great and Small”
God’s love is visibly demonstrated in those acts of affection and devotion found in that special friend. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And after He had said these things, He was going on ahead, ascending to Jerusalem. And it came… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 53 – Luke 19:11-27: “Hard Truths About Handling the King’s Affairs”
He will fulfill His mission of redeeming us from our sins in order that we might be His subjects and servants. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And while they were listening to these things, He went on to tell a… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 52 – Luke 19:1-10: “The Signs of True Repentance”
True repentance is when you are feeling emotional pain and deep regret over what has been done or said on your part. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And He entered and was passing through Jericho. And behold, there was a… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 51 – Luke 18:35-43: “Compassion by the Jericho Road”
You can go to Him anytime, anywhere and run to Him like a child runs to his Mom or Dad when he needs them. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And it came about that as He was approaching Jericho,… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 50 – Luke 18:27-34: “Whom Do You Serve? Part 2”
Each one of these men spent the remainder of their lives testifying to the reality, mission, and saving grace of Jesus Christ. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “But He said, ‘The things impossible with men are possible with God.’… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 49 – Luke 18:18-26: “Whom Do You Serve? Part 1”
This encounter plainly states that good intentions, works, and possessions are not the keys to enter the kingdom of heaven. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And a certain ruler questioned Him, saying, ‘Good Teacher, what shall I do to… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 48 – Luke 18:15-17: “Jesus’ Love for the Children”
Take the time to go to the LORD in prayer and ask Him to forgive your mistakes, and give you wisdom and counsel. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And they were bringing even their babies to Him so that He… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 47 – Luke 18:9-14: “Will the Real Prayer Please Stand Up?”
Are your prayers merely a wish list that you say in a hurry, do you view prayer as something you have got to do, like a routine? By Dr. Donald Whitchard “Also, He spoke this parable to some who… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 46 – Luke 17:3-10: “Forgiveness, Faith, and Service”
True followers of Jesus Christ should have an attitude of forgiveness towards one another for mistakes, and errors of judgment. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “Be on your guard! If your brother sins, rebuke him and if he repents,… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 44 – Luke 16:19-31: “The Man Who Was Lost Forever”
This story is a scathing rebuke of – riches and notoriety are sure signs of the blessing and favor of God. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “Now there was a certain rich man, and he habitually dressed in purple… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 43 – Luke 16:1-13: “The Parable of the Shrewd Manager”
we may not be of the world, but we have to live in it. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “Now He was also saying to the disciples, ‘There was a certain rich man who had a steward, and this… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 42 – Luke 15:25-32: “The World’s Most Beloved Short Story, Part 2”
There are far too many instances and examples of this blatant disrespect and lack of reverence towards the Holy One. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “Now his older son was in the field, and when he came and approached… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 41 – Luke 15:11-24: “The World’s Most Beloved Short Story, Part 1”
Repentance, simply defined, is the act of turning back to God. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And He said, ‘A certain man had two sons, and the younger of them said to his father, ‘Father, give me the share… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 40 – Luke 15:1-10: “Letting the Angels Celebrate”
You go where the lost sheep are, and you look for the precious possession where it is least expected. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “Now all the tax gatherers and the sinners were coming near Him to listen to… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 39 – Luke 14:25-35: “All or Nothing”
Either you are dedicated to Jesus Christ or not. Either you obey Him or not. You stand up for Him or not. You defend your faith or not. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “Now great multitudes were going along… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 38 – Luke 14:15-24: “A Place at the Table, Part 2”
He took your wickedness upon Himself as the perfect substitute for us so we would not end up in the hell we deserve. By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And when one of those who were reclining at the table… Read More ›
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The Gospel According to Luke: An Exposition, Part 37 – Luke 14:7-14: “A Place at the Table, Part 1”
Many in the Christian world need a lesson in real compassion unfortunately and less on personal status or “anointing.” By Dr. Donald Whitchard “And He began speaking a parable to the invited guests when He noticed how they… Read More ›