Posts with the tag “glory”
The Blessing of God's Adoption and Provision
by Delman Coates on March 8th, 2024
"Therefore, since we have these promises, dear friends, let us purify ourselves from everything that contaminates body and spirit, perfecting holiness out of reverence for God." - 2 Corinthians 7:1 In 2 Corinthians 7:1, Paul directs our attention to the rich promises of God available to every believer. Among these promises is the assurance of God's adoption and provision, encapsulated in the com... Read More
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Thriving in Adversity
by Delman Coates on January 23rd, 2024
"Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope." - Romans 5:3-4 No matter who you are, it is impossible to go through this life without facing any sort of adversity. As we continue our exploration into the importance of facing adversity, let's dive into the transformative power embedded in life'... Read More
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New Desires in Christ
by Delman Coates on December 30th, 2023
"Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart." - Psalm 37:4 When we surrender our lives to Christ, a remarkable transformation takes place within us. Not only do our hearts and minds change, but the Holy Spirit also imparts new desires that align with God's will. These new desires are a beautiful gift from the Lord, shaping our thoughts, aspirations, and priorities i... Read More
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Worth the W.E.I.G.H.T.
by Delman Coates on December 7th, 2023
"For our light and momentary troubles are achieving for us an eternal glory that far outweighs them all." - 2 Corinthians 4:17 Have you ever felt like you were pushing against an immovable boulder in your life, trying to make progress but finding it nearly impossible? I once read a story of a man who received a divine directive in a dream, instructing him to go outside and push against a massiv... Read More
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Walking Humbly in God's Purpose
by Delman Coates on October 31st, 2023
"He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God." - Micah 6:8 As you step into God's purpose for your life, it's essential to remember the virtue of humility. In a world that often celebrates self-promotion and pride, embracing true humility is a refreshing and powerful way to honor the Lord's pla... Read More
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God’s Timing is Never Too Late
by Delman Coates on August 20th, 2023
“He has made everything beautiful in its time.” - Ecclesiastes 3:11 In our fast-paced world, we often find ourselves wanting things to happen quickly. When they don’t, we may feel frustrated or even despairing. However, God operates on a different timeline. His timing is perfect, and He is never too late to work in our situations. God’s timing is not bound by our human expectations or limitation... Read More
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Worry: A Mirror of Trust
by Delman Coates on August 18th, 2023
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.” - Proverbs 3:5 Worry is a common human experience, yet it serves as a revealing mirror, reflecting the areas in our lives where we trust God the least. When we worry, we are essentially saying that there’s an aspect of our life that we don’t fully entrust to God. Worry implies a lack of trust in God’s sovereignty and... Read More
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Trusting in the Unknown
by Delman Coates on August 6th, 2023
“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 Life is full of uncertainties. We often find ourselves in situations where we don’t know when or how things will work out. In these moments, it’s easy to let fear and doubt creep in. However, these are the times when our faith in G... Read More
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Blessings in The Neighborhood
by Delman Coates on July 30th, 2023
“And my God will meet all your needs according to the riches of his glory in Christ Jesus.” - Philippians 4:19 In our lives, we may sometimes feel envious or discouraged when we see our neighbors receive blessings from God. However, it’s important to remember that God’s abundance is not limited; and when He blesses those around us, it’s often a sign that our own blessings are just around the corn... Read More
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Gratitude for The Unseen
by Delman Coates on July 30th, 2023
“Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” - 1 Thessalonians 5:18 In our daily lives, we often focus on the tangible blessings and answered prayers. However, there is so much more that God does for us behind the scenes, orchestrating events and providing for our needs in ways we may never fully comprehend. By cultivating a heart of gratitude for these unse... Read More
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Trusting God's Unique Plan for Your Life
by Delman Coates on June 21st, 2023
"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." - Jeremiah 29:11 God has a specific and unique plan for each of our lives. It can be easy to look at the plans and accomplishments of others and feel like we're not measuring up, but God doesn't compare us to anyone else. His plan for our lives is tailor-mad... Read More
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GO NOW
by Delman Coates on March 23rd, 2023
“And coming up at that very hour she began to give thanks to God and to speak of Him to all who were waiting for the redemption of Jerusalem.” - Luke 2:38 Over the last few days, we have looked at several different people who missed out on Jesus during the days of His birth. But there is good news in the nativity story. While many missed Jesus, there were other who did not. They were people who, ... Read More
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It All Has Purpose
by Delman Coates on January 16th, 2023
“The Lord has made everything for His own purposes, even the wicked for a day of disaster.” - Proverbs 16:4 The people you meet, the circumstances you go through, and the experiences you encounter all have a purpose. Nothing is coincidental. Everything is intentional, orchestrated by God. So often we question God and wonder why He has allowed certain things to happen in our lives. We think “If Go... Read More
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Qualified by God
by Ministry Support on January 11th, 2023
“For everyone has sinned; we all fall short of God’s glorious standard.” - Romans 3:23 John Quincy Adams held more important offices than anyone else in the history of the U.S. He served with distinction as president, senator, congressman, minister to major European powers, and participated in various capacities in the American Revolution, the War of 1812, and events leading to the Civil War. Ye... Read More
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A Chance for A Miracle
by Ministry Support on November 21st, 2022
“But Jesus said, ‘That isn’t necessary—you feed them.’ ‘But we have only five loaves of bread and two fish!’ they answered. ‘Bring them here,’ He said.” - Matthew 14:16-18 Author Joel Rosenberg told the story of two Christians driving down a mountain in Iran with a car full of Bibles. The car had a steering wheel malfunction, which caused the Christians to stop by the side of the road. Suddenly,... Read More
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Thorn In Your Side
by Ministry Support on March 18th, 2022
“Three times I pleaded with the Lord to take it away from me. But he said to me, ‘My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.’ Therefore I will boast all the more gladly about my weaknesses, so that Christ’s power may rest on me.” - 2 Corinthians 12:8-9Yesterday, we talked about the Achilles heel. It is a story that goes back to Greek mythology. But despite the fact t... Read More
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A Test Of Humility
by Ministry Support on February 12th, 2022
“Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will exalt you.” - James 4:10 A fourth test God uses to strengthen us is a test of humility. In the book of Exodus, Moses (an Israelite who given up by his mother to escape death) was adopted by Pharaoh's daughter in Egypt and grew up privileged. He became general of the Egyptian army and was popular amongst the Egyptians (the privileged) and the Israeli... Read More
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His Greater Plan
by Ministry Support on November 25th, 2020
Now to him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to his power that is at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, for ever and ever! Amen. – Ephesians 3:20-21 Understanding that God establishes plans that are often so different from our own plans doesn’t come easily for His children and for believers. But whe... Read More
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Trust God’s Plan
by Ministry Support on August 23rd, 2020
Do not let your hearts be troubled. Believe in God, believe also in me. In my Father’s house there are many dwelling places. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go to prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, so that where I am, there you may also be. (John 14:1-3) In today’s key passage, Jesus is trying to tell His... Read More
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