Posts with the tag “hearts”
Transforming the Heart
by Delman Coates on July 16th, 2024
"And I will give you a new heart, and a new spirit I will put within you. And I will remove the heart of stone from your flesh and give you a heart of flesh." —Ezekiel 36:26 In our walk with Christ, it is easy to fall into the trap of thinking that simply doing better—changing our outward behaviors—is the ultimate goal. However, true transformation starts within our hearts and radiates outward.... Read More
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The Power of Seeking God's Presence
by Delman Coates on June 25th, 2024
"But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you." - Matthew 6:33 In the midst of our busy lives, the noise of our daily responsibilities and distractions can make it easy to lose sight of what truly matters. Yet, at the heart of Jesus' teachings lies a timeless principle: seek first the kingdom of God. But what does it truly mean to seek God's... Read More
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Healing Beyond Health
by Delman Coates on June 8th, 2024
"Cast all of your cares/anxiety upon him, because he cares for you." - 1 Peter 5:7 As people of faith, there is a valuable lesson we all must learn: when troubles come knocking, prayer is our refuge. It's in those moments of trials and temptations, amidst the storms of life, that we discover the power of bringing our burdens to the Lord. For we know deep within our souls that He is our healer. I... Read More
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God's Delight in Fulfilling Dreams
by Delman Coates on May 28th, 2024
"Take delight in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart." - Psalm 37:4 Have you ever considered that God delights in seeing your hopes realized and your dreams fulfilled? Yes, you read that right. It brings joy to the heart of our Heavenly Father to grant us the desires of our hearts. However, there's a crucial qualifier: our dreams must align with His will. When our dreams ali... Read More
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God's Work in Us
by Delman Coates on May 9th, 2024
"Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will." - Romans 12:2 In our journey of faith, we often sing the lyrics, "Please, be patient with me, God is not through with me yet…" These words, penned by James Cleveland, resonate deeply because they capture ... Read More
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Navigating Life's Journey
by Delman Coates on February 1st, 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 found yourself lost on the road of life? It's a situation we can all relate to, those moments when we think we know the way, only to discover we've taken the wrong turn. Just like missing a crucial appointment due to ... 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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Your Christmas Blessing Awaits
by Delman Coates on December 3rd, 2023
"Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time, we will reap a harvest if we do not give up." - Galatians 6:9 As we approach the wondrous season of Christmas, we often come with our hearts filled with desires, hopes, and dreams. We seek blessings, answers, and miracles from God. We long for His presence, peace, and guidance. But whatever it is that you're seeking from God and in ... Read More
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See Others As God Sees Them
by Delman Coates on October 24th, 2023
"My brothers and sisters, do not show favoritism as you hold on to the faith in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ." - James 2:1 In the book of James, we find a powerful message about the danger of favoritism within the church community. James reminds us that our faith in Christ should never be tainted by partiality or discrimination. It's easy to be swayed by outward appearances or worldly distinct... Read More
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Unfailing Promises
by Delman Coates on September 4th, 2023
“For no matter how many promises God has made, they are ‘Yes’ in Christ.” - 2 Corinthians 1:20 In a world where words can often fall empty, God's promises stand as unwavering truths. They are not mere words; they are firm foundations upon which we can build our lives. 2 Corinthians 1:20 assures us, "For no matter how many promises God has made, they are ‘Yes’ in Christ." Our Heavenly Father is n... Read More
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Double Minded
by Delman Coates on May 25th, 2023
“Come near to God and He will come near to you. Wash your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.” - James 4:8 We have spent a lot of time the last few weeks talking about success. Not worldly success, but godly success – success in the eyes of our Creator. There is nothing more fulfilling than living out God’s good and perfect will for our life. To do that, we must draw n... Read More
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Hope Enables Perseverance
by Delman Coates on March 8th, 2023
“Not only that, but we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope, and hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us.” - Romans 5:3-5 Over the last two days, we have looked at the reasons we can have godly hope. That is not j... Read More
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He Can Handle It
by Delman Coates on February 21st, 2023
“O Lord, you have deceived me, and I was deceived; you are stronger than I, and you have prevailed. I have become a laughing stock all the day; everyone mocks me. For whenever I speak, I cry out, I shout, ‘Violence and destruction!’ For the word of the Lord has become for me a reproach and derision all day long.” - Jeremiah 20:7-8 Have you ever been frustrated with God? You prayed for something, ... Read More
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Are You a Worrier?
by Delman Coates on January 20th, 2023
“Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” - Philippians 4:6-7 Do you find yourself worrying a lot? Maybe you struggle to fall asleep at night because you are constantly thinking about things... Read More
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Prayer Changes Things
by Ministry Support on February 9th, 2021
This is the confidence we have in approaching God: that if we ask anything according to his will, he hears us. (1 John 5:14)Yesterday we talked about how Simeon spent time in the Word of God in order to renew and recharge His faith when doubt about God’s promises crept in. Today, I want us to look at the importance of spending time in prayer if we want the Lord to not only move in our lives, but m... Read More
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An Unconventional Path
by Ministry Support on November 27th, 2020
When the LORD first spoke through Hosea, the LORD said to Hosea, “Go, take for yourself a wife of whoredom and have children of whoredom, for the land commits great whoredom by forsaking the LORD.” – Hosea 1:2 In our text today, God colors outside the lines in the life of Hosea the Prophet. Hosea is the eighth century prophet whom the Lord instructs to marry a prostitute. Most people, when concep... Read More
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