He is trying to earn merit of course! Just like every other merit related post in Meta
I guess it is not a fault or sin to make a post to get merits, although i myself suggest that people should focus on making a great thing and contribute as much as he/she can for the forum, because when you start to give without wanting a merits, that is the time when merits come to you.
Well, maybe.
PS. For OP. I see 2 of my thread are on your list

If you have any other great posts, feel free to send them to me and I'll add them to my list!