Posts with the tag “power”
The Power to Manage Fear
by Delman Coates on December 7th, 2024
“For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” - 2 Timothy 1:7 Timothy’s journey in ministry wasn’t an easy one. He had left his family and his community to serve alongside Paul, spreading the Gospel and building up the church at Ephesus. Now, with Paul absent and persecution on the rise, Timothy was feeling the weight of responsibility. Fear began to creep in, a... Read More
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Overcoming Fear
by Delman Coates on December 1st, 2024
"For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” - 2 Timothy 1:7 Fear is a powerful emotion, one that grips our hearts and minds, often leaving us paralyzed or anxious. In the movie Inside Out 2, fear is portrayed in a way many of us can relate to. It's an image of uncertainty and caution, always on alert for danger or the unexpected. If you stop and think about it... Read More
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Reframing the Waiting
by Delman Coates on October 8th, 2024
"For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope." - Jeremiah 29:11 Waiting is never easy. When you’re stuck in a situation that feels beyond your control, it’s easy to grow weary, frustrated, and even discouraged. That’s exactly what was happening to God’s people in the time of Jeremiah. After the Babylonian army tore ... Read More
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The True Measure of Fatherhood
by Delman Coates on September 18th, 2024
"Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it." - Proverbs 22:6 Fatherhood carries various meanings and expectations. For some, it’s merely about biological contribution, but for many, it represents much more—a role filled with responsibility, guidance, and emotional investment. Whether biological, step, or spiritual, the essence of fatherhood goes bey... Read More
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Surpassing Where You've Been
by Delman Coates on September 10th, 2024
"No man shall be able to stand before you all the days of your life. Just as I was with Moses, so I will be with you. I will not leave you or forsake you." - Joshua 1:5 Life has a way of taking us through seasons of change, uncertainty, and sometimes even despair. You may have experienced moments when everything you knew seemed to crumble, when dreams were shattered, relationships faltered, or w... Read More
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Sealed With Authenticity
by Delman Coates on August 24th, 2024
"In him you also, when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation, and believed in him, were sealed with the promised Holy Spirit." - Ephesians 1:13 In the ancient world, a seal on a document was more than just a mark; it was a symbol of authenticity and authority. When a letter or decree had the seal of a king or a ruler, it carried the weight of that authority, ensuring that its... Read More
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Empowered by the Holy Spirit
by Delman Coates on August 23rd, 2024
"In him you also, when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation, and believed in him, were sealed with the promised Holy Spirit, who is the guarantee of our inheritance until we acquire possession of it, to the praise of his glory." - Ephesians 1:13-14 The Holy Spirit, often misunderstood and sometimes reduced to mere emotions or outward expressions, plays a pivotal role in the ... Read More
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A Way Out
by Delman Coates on August 22nd, 2024
"No temptation has overtaken you that is not common to man. God is faithful, and he will not let you be tempted beyond your ability, but with the temptation he will also provide the way of escape, that you may be able to endure it." - 1 Corinthians 10:13 Do you feel like you are stuck in a situation, unable to see a way out? Perhaps it's a habit you can't break, a relationship that's causing mor... Read More
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Limitless Access to God’s Power
by Delman Coates on August 21st, 2024
"Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us, to him be glory in the church and in Christ Jesus throughout all generations, forever and ever. Amen." - Ephesians 3:20-21 Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the tasks ahead, uncertain of how to accomplish what God has laid on your heart? Maybe you've wrestled with doubts abo... Read More
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Vouched For
by Delman Coates on August 12th, 2024
"...to the praise of his glorious grace, with which he has blessed us in the Beloved." - Ephesians 1:6 Imagine being at an airport, ready to fly home, only to realize your ID has been stolen. That’s what happened to Dr. F. Bruce Williams during a revival trip. Despite lacking proper identification, he was allowed to board because someone vouched for him. Similarly, our acceptance by God isn’t ba... Read More
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Just Stir It Up
by Delman Coates on August 5th, 2024
"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." - Ephesians 3:20 God’s power is available to everyone. When Paul talks about the power that works within “us,” he is referring to both Gentiles and Jews who have surrendered their lives to the Lordship of Jesus Christ. This power is not exclusive to a select few; it is a... Read More
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The Unlimited Power Of God
by Delman Coates on August 4th, 2024
"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." - Ephesians 3:20 God’s power goes beyond our wildest dreams. The Apostle Paul tells us that God's power “exceeds abundantly” beyond anything we can think or imagine. If you could quantify "abundantly," God would surpass that measure. His power far exceeds our capacity t... Read More
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The Power Of Relationship
by Delman Coates on August 3rd, 2024
"I can do all things through him who strengthens me." - Philippians 4:13 I remember being in Los Angeles and being invited to an exclusive restaurant/lounge. Someone who saw me there was surprised and wondered how I had gotten in. Had I paid the price? Had I earned my way in? I told them I was there not because of my own credentials, but because I was good friends with a member. In other words,... Read More
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Power In The Person
by Delman Coates on August 2nd, 2024
"Now to him who is able to do far more abundantly than all that we ask or think, according to the power at work within us." - Ephesians 3:20 “Now unto him who is able…” This powerful phrase reminds us that our strength and power as Christians derive from being plugged into an actual person—Jesus Christ. Our faith is not in an object, an abstract concept, or a set of ethical postulates. Our fait... Read More
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Experiencing God's Power
by Delman Coates on July 30th, 2024
"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 Yesterday, we looked at the impact of connecting with the person of God. When we seek to know Him, we experience transformation in our character and outlook. But knowing God personally is just the beginning. Once we cult... Read More
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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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Freedom from Shame
by Delman Coates on May 23rd, 2024
"Those who look to him are radiant; their faces are never covered with shame." - Psalm 34:5 Have you ever felt the weight of shame pressing down on you, suffocating your spirit, and dimming your light? Have you experienced the pain of being judged, ostracized, or mistreated because of something in your past or present that sets you apart from others? If so, I want you to know that you are not al... Read More
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A Lesson in Forgiveness and Love
by Delman Coates on May 19th, 2024
"Therefore, I tell you, her many sins have been forgiven; hence she has shown great love. But the one to whom little is forgiven loves little." Then he said to her, "Your sins are forgiven." - Luke 7:47-48 The is a passage in Luke 7 where we encounter a powerful scene in which Jesus is invited to dine with a Pharisee named Simon. As they recline at the table, a woman known as a sinner enters the... Read More
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Guiding Others to Rejoice in God
by Delman Coates on May 18th, 2024
"In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven." - Matthew 5:16 In today’s key verse, Jesus highlights the profound impact our good deeds can have on those around us. He emphasizes that when others witness our acts of love, grace, and kindness, they will not only recognize our efforts but also give glory to our Father in ... 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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Confidence in Christ
by Delman Coates on April 20th, 2024
"We are afflicted in every way, but not crushed; perplexed, but not driven to despair; persecuted, but not forsaken; struck down, but not destroyed; always carrying around in the body the death of Jesus, so that the life of Jesus may also be made visible in our bodies." - 2 Corinthians 4:8-10 In the face of disappointment, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and defeated. But as followers of Christ, w... Read More
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The Power of His Resurrection
by Delman Coates on March 31st, 2024
"That I may know him and the power of his resurrection, and may share his sufferings, becoming like him in his death." - Philippians 3:10 In Philippians 3:10, Paul expresses his deep longing to know Christ intimately and to experience the power of His resurrection. For Paul, this intimate knowledge of Christ isn't merely about understanding the story of the resurrection; it's about personally en... Read More
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The Power of a Wish
by Delman Coates on March 25th, 2024
"I want to know Christ—yes, to know the power of his resurrection and participation in his sufferings, becoming like him in his death." - Philippians 3:10 In 1980, a young boy named Christopher James Greicius captured the hearts of an entire community in Phoenix, Arizona, as he battled leukemia with unwavering courage and resilience. Little did Chris know that his simple wish of becoming a polic... Read More
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Detoxifying the Mind
by Delman Coates on March 2nd, 2024
"But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed." - Isaiah 53:5 Sickness, in all its forms—physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual—is often the enemy's attempt to derail us from focusing on God's purposes in our lives. It's a distraction, a diversion meant to compromise our function... Read More
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The Power in His Precious Blood
by Delman Coates on February 28th, 2024
"How much more, then, will the blood of Christ, who through the eternal Spirit offered himself unblemished to God, cleanse our consciences from acts that lead to death, so that we may serve the living God!" - Hebrews 9:14 The sacrificial system of the Old Testament, with its offerings of animals and rituals, pointed towards a divine truth—only the blood would serve as the ultimate payment for si... Read More
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Wisdom in Reflection
by Delman Coates on January 7th, 2024
"Teach us to number our days, that we may gain a heart of wisdom." - Psalm 90:12 Have you ever pondered the valuable lessons hidden within your past mistakes? There's a profound wisdom that emerges when we take the time to reflect on our journey. The Scriptures remind us of the importance of gaining a heart of wisdom through the experiences of life. In our existence, each mistake and misstep con... Read More
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Endless Grace
by Delman Coates on November 10th, 2023
"But he said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.'" - 2 Corinthians 12:9 Imagine a vast, life-giving fountain, set in the center of a dry and weary land. This fountain never runs dry; it flows ceaselessly, providing refreshment to the parched and weary traveler. Similarly, God's grace is like that unceasing fountain, offering sustenance to our souls. ... Read More
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Words About God
by Delman Coates on October 10th, 2023
"The tongue has the power of life and death, and those who love it will eat its fruit." - Proverbs 18:21 In moments of pain, disappointment, or confusion, it's not uncommon for people to utter words that cast a shadow on their relationship with God. Phrases like "the Lord has forgotten about me," "Why did God let this happen to me?" or "God has abandoned me," may slip from our lips. But today, I... Read More
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Never Too Late
by Delman Coates on August 22nd, 2023
“Jesus looked at them and said, ‘With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible.’” - Matthew 19:26 One of the most powerful truths we can embrace is that it’s never too late for God to do something incredible in our lives. No matter our age, past mistakes, or current circumstances, God’s power and purpose for us remain. God is the author of our lives, and He has a unique plan ... Read More
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The Authority of Prayer
by Delman Coates on July 18th, 2023
"Truly I tell you, whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be loosed in heaven." - Matthew 18:18 Prayer is not just a mere act of communication with God; it carries a profound authority. When we approach the throne of grace with faith and confidence, our prayers have the power to shape and transform the world around us. Let us explore the signific... Read More
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A Powerful Posture
by Delman Coates on March 4th, 2023
“But they who wait for the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run and not be weary; they shall walk and not faint.” - Isaiah 40:31 When you place your hope in the Lord, you will hold a powerful posture. That is exactly what hope gives us: power. But that kind of hope is not in our own power but in the power of Almighty God. No matter what is go... Read More
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Recipe For a Miracle
by Ministry Support on December 6th, 2022
“O Lord, answer me! Answer me so these people will know that you, O Lord, are God and that you have brought them back to yourself. Immediately the fire of the Lord flashed down from heaven and burned up the young bull, the wood, the stones, and the dust. It even licked up all the water in the trench!” - 1 Kings 18:37-38What is the recipe for a miracle? There are only two key ingredients. God’s pow... Read More
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God’s Power
by Ministry Support on December 5th, 2022
“Jesus looked at them intently and said, ‘Humanly speaking, it is impossible. But with God everything is possible.’” - Matthew 19:26Faith is trusting God for things that have not happened yet. But what is that faith based on? It is based on the POWER of God. What we are trusting is that God has the power and ability to change people or circumstances in ways that we have not yet seen.What makes it ... Read More
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All Access
by Ministry Support on November 1st, 2022
“Yes, I am the gate. Those who come in through me will be saved. They will come and go freely and will find good pastures.” - John 10:9 Recently I tried to watch a new television series but realized at the last minute that I didn’t have the streaming service that it was playing on. I thought it was on Netflix but discovered later that it was on Hulu. It’s a dilemma that those of us who watch movi... Read More
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The Source of Your Power
by Ministry Support on October 30th, 2022
“Jesus spoke to the people once more and said, ‘I am the light of the world. If you follow me, you won’t have to walk in darkness, because you will have the light that leads to life.’” - John 8:12 The thing about light is that it can be harnessed as a source of power. And the way Jesus treats the woman in John 8, during a time in her life when she needed it most, was a source of empowerment. This... Read More
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How Much More?
by Ministry Support on October 23rd, 2022
“They answered, ‘Show us a miraculous sign if you want us to believe in you. What can you do?” – John 6:30 Regardless of where you find yourself in life, if you are able to present your faith passport, your spiritual credentials in Christ, you will be able to gain access to privileges that you would otherwise not be able to obtain. This is why the first of the seven “I Am” statements of Jesus fou... Read More
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Seek My Face
by Ministry Support on October 12th, 2022
“Then if my people who are called by my name will humble themselves and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sins and restore their land.” - 2 Chronicles 7:14 We have discussed (1) that we are His people—we are chosen by God and (2) that if we want to access our Heavenly Father’s limitless power through prayer, we must humble oursel... Read More
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Power of Prayer
by Ministry Support on October 8th, 2022
“One day Jesus told His disciples a story to show that they should always pray and never give up.” - Luke 18:1 One of the things we know as Christians is that prayer is the foundation of and for our spiritual lives. It is the manner in which we are able to tap into the power of heaven to obtain guidance, strength, and direction down here on earth. Prayer is not an elective in the university of Ch... Read More
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Reach Beyond The Risk
by Ministry Support on September 28th, 2022
“Faith shows the reality of what we hope for; it is the evidence of things we cannot see.” - Hebrews 11:1 If you want to seize your opportunity and do what God has called you to do, there will be moments where you are tested. And in these moments, you might have fear. But you must reach beyond the risk. We see this in Mark 5 when the woman who had suffered for 12 years reaches out to touch Jesus... Read More
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He Determines Your Future
by Ministry Support on September 7th, 2022
“But as for me, I will always proclaim what God has done; I will sing praises to the God of Jacob. For God says, ‘I will break the strength of the wicked, but I will increase the power of the godly.’” - Psalm 75:9-10 Are you lacking the closure you wish you had based on what has happened in your past? Perhaps someone did you wrong, and you just cannot seem to let it go. You need to see that they... Read More
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