Posts with the tag “connection”
Genuine Faith
by Delman Coates on September 7th, 2024
"But the Lord said to Samuel, 'Do not look on his appearance or on the height of his stature, because I have rejected him. For the Lord sees not as man sees: man looks on the outward appearance, but the Lord looks on the heart.'â€- 1 Samuel 16:7 Genuine faith is about getting closer to God. It’s about spiritual intimacy with God and being honest with ourselves. When we focus too much on the ... Read More
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Reconciled Through Christ
by Delman Coates on August 16th, 2024
"In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace," - Ephesians 1:7 God's blessings through His Son, Jesus Christ, extend beyond redemption—they include reconciliation. Ephesians 1:7 assures us that "in Him we have...the forgiveness of our trespasses." When Jesus sacrificed Himself on the cross, He not only paid the price for ou... Read More
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The Essential Ingredient
by Delman Coates on July 28th, 2024
"On one occasion, while he was eating with them, he gave them this command: 'Do not leave Jerusalem, but wait for the gift my Father promised, which you have heard me speak about.'" - Acts 1:4 Imagine walking into a KFC, craving their famous chicken, only to be told, “We don’t have any chicken.” It's baffling, right? This was my experience in college. The restaurant had plenty of sides and desse... Read More
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Faith in Action
by Delman Coates on June 9th, 2024
"What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone claims to have faith but has no deeds? Can such faith save them?" - James 2:14 In the journey of faith, we often look to God's divine healing as the ultimate solution to our health concerns. And while I certainly believe in the power of healing, I've come to realize that it's not the starting point for a healthy lifestyle. To truly optimize ... Read More
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The Anchoring Power of Trust
by Delman Coates on January 30th, 2024
"Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." - Proverbs 3:5-6 Have you ever considered the weight and significance of trust in your relationship with God? Trust is not just a fleeting sentiment; it forms the very foundation of our connection with the Creator. In our faith journey, trust is th... Read More
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It’s All About Attitude
by Ministry Support on December 30th, 2022
“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” - 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18 Have you ever heard the phrase, “Your attitude determines your altitude?” It is a powerful phrase, but it is an important one. Your perspective determines not only how you view the world, but how you respond to it. Sir Christopher Wren, an Engli... Read More
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Losing Connection
by Ministry Support on November 24th, 2022
“I am the true grapevine, and my Father is the gardener. He cuts off every branch of mine that doesn’t produce fruit, and He prunes the branches that do bear fruit so they will produce even more.” - John 15:1-2 I think you will probably agree with me that perhaps the worst experience you can have when using your cell phone, streaming a movie, having a meeting on Zoom, or conducting any kind of bu... Read More
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Ready For a Shift
by Ministry Support on October 1st, 2022
“For I am about to do something new. See, I have already begun! Do you not see it? I will make a pathway through the wilderness. I will create rivers in the dry wasteland.” - Isaiah 43:19 Our world has changed so much in the last six to seven years. There was a time when if you wanted groceries, you would sit down and prepare your list, and then get in your car, go to the store, and walk up and d... Read More
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A True Connection
by Ministry Support on January 28th, 2022
“The Lord God said, ‘It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper suitable for him.’” - Genesis 2:18 In 2020, Cigna, a healthcare company, reported that more than 3 out of 5 Americans felt lonely, claiming they felt left out, poorly understood and lacking in companionship. This was a13% rise in loneliness from 2018. And I am sure with COVID and its residual effects, the numbers ar... Read More
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Keep Your Community Connection
by Ministry Support on January 26th, 2021
Then Esther sent this reply to Mordecai: “Go, gather together all the Jews who are in Susa, and fast for me. Do not eat or drink for three days, night or day. I and my attendants will fast as you do. When this is done, I will go to the king, even though it is against the law. And if I perish, I perish.” So Mordecai went away and carried out all of Esther’s instructions. (Esther 4:15-17) One of th... Read More
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Reaching Out
by Ministry Support on September 23rd, 2020
But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth. (Acts 1:8) Fifty days after Easter is the celebration of Pentecost in the Christian calendar. This day calls for us to observe and celebrate the miracle recorded in Acts chapter 2 of the Holy Spirit being poured out onto 120 followers... Read More
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Fellowship Within the Church
by Ministry Support on August 30th, 2020
And day by day, attending the temple together and breaking bread in their homes, they received their food with glad and generous hearts, praising God and having favor with all the people. And the Lord added to their number day by day those who were being saved. (Acts 2:46-47) I’m sure you’ve probably heard about the Redwood trees that line the coastline of California. They are some of the largest... Read More
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