Posts with the tag “prayer”

Ask for More Than Money
by Ministry Support on August 9th, 2025
“And stopping, Jesus called them and said, ‘What do you want me to do for you?’ They said to him, ‘Lord, let our eyes be opened.’” – Matthew 20:32-33 As we have looked at the last couple of days, there is a story in Matthew 20 where Jesus and His disciples are headed to Jerusalem when they pass by two blind men sitting beside the road. In that time, blind beggars were often ignored by society, pus...  Read More
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Closer Than You Think
by Ministry Support on August 3rd, 2025
“You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.” – Jeremiah 29:13 There is something inside most people that wants to know what is next. What is the plan, the purpose, the endgame? We want to make sense of our lives and feel like we are going somewhere meaningful. So we chase goals, make plans, and search for direction. But as helpful as those things can be, they are not where ...  Read More
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See It Before You Step into It
by Ministry Support on August 2nd, 2025
"Where there is no prophetic vision the people cast off restraint but blessed is he who keeps the law." – Proverbs 29:18 You cannot walk into what you cannot see. That is why vision matters. Not the kind that comes from your eyes, but the kind that comes from your heart when you know God is calling you to something greater. Vision gives direction. It clears out distractions. It brings focus to you...  Read More
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The Power Comes After the Prayer
by Ministry Support on July 5th, 2025
"The prayer of a righteous person has great power as it is working." – James 5:16 When Jesus entered Jerusalem during one of the most chaotic times in the city’s history, He didn’t go straight to the palace or the political leaders. He went to the temple. And when He got there, what He saw broke His heart. Instead of a place of power and prayer, the temple had become a marketplace. People who were...  Read More
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Make Prayer Your First Move
by Ministry Support on July 4th, 2025
"My house shall be called a house of prayer, but you make it a den of robbers." – Matthew 21:13 When Jesus walked into the temple, He wasn’t just upset at what He saw. He was grieved by what had been lost. The place that was supposed to be centered around prayer had been taken over by profit. The tables that were supposed to be altars had become cash registers. And so Jesus did something bold. He ...  Read More
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The Church Needs a Reset
by Ministry Support on July 2nd, 2025
"He said to them, It is written, My house shall be called a house of prayer, but you make it a den of robbers." – Matthew 21:13 When Jesus walked into the temple during the final days of His earthly ministry, what He saw shook Him to the core. What was meant to be a holy place had turned into a marketplace. Tables lined the area where worship was supposed to happen. Greed and personal gain had rep...  Read More
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Time for an Upgrade
by Ministry Support on July 1st, 2025
"And he entered the temple and began to drive out those who sold, saying to them, It is written, My house shall be a house of prayer, but you have made it a den of robbers." – Luke 19:45-46 Every now and then, companies do something smart. They pause, step back, and assess where they are. They look at their systems, their tools, their capacity, and they ask an honest question: Can what we have in ...  Read More
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Hearing God After Loss
by Ministry Support on May 24th, 2025
"Now the Lord said to Abram, 'Go from your country and your kindred and your father's house to the land that I will show you.'" - Genesis 12:1 Abram’s story didn’t start in a place of success. It started in a place of loss. By the time God called him in Genesis 12, he had already experienced deep pain and disappointment. His brother had died. His father had passed away. His wife couldn’t have chil...  Read More
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Naming Your Walls
by Ministry Support on May 18th, 2025
“What is your name?” - Mark 5:9 You can’t conquer what you won’t confront. One of the most important steps to breaking down the barriers that stand in your way is to clearly identify them. The problem with so many attempts to overcome obstacles is that the obstacles themselves are never clearly named. In the story of Jesus encountering the demon-possessed man in Mark 5, Jesus asked a simple but po...  Read More
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Moving In Faith
by Ministry Support on May 17th, 2025
"By faith the walls of Jericho fell down after they had been encircled for seven days." - Hebrews 11:30 Marching can seem pointless when the goal isn’t clear. People often question whether it still holds any value or if it’s just an outdated practice with no real purpose. But the truth is, marching isn’t just about the act itself. It’s about the intention behind it. It’s about doing something with...  Read More
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The Power of Not Letting Go
by Ministry Support on May 13th, 2025
"Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer." - Romans 12:12 There’s something powerful about not letting go. About holding on when everything around you seems to be falling apart. About praying and refusing to give up even when the situation looks impossible. I read a story about a young boy in Florida who was attacked by an alligator while swimming in a nearby lake. His mo...  Read More
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Doing Your Part
by Ministry Support on May 12th, 2025
"They went back to their house at Ramah. And Elkanah knew Hannah his wife, and the Lord remembered her." - 1 Samuel 1:19 Praying is powerful. It’s how we connect with God, pour out our hearts, and seek His guidance. But prayer alone isn’t the end of the story. It’s only the beginning. Sometimes, we get so caught up in waiting for God to move that we forget He’s waiting for us to act on what we’ve ...  Read More
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A Mother's Legacy of Faith
by Ministry Support on May 11th, 2025
"Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her." - Proverbs 31:28 There’s something undeniably powerful about the love and faith of a mother. From the earliest days of childhood, many of us can remember our mothers pouring into us with words of encouragement, guidance, and endless prayers. Whether you had a biological mother, a grandmother, an aunt, or someone who...  Read More
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Praying With Expectation
by Ministry Support on May 10th, 2025
"Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours." - Mark 11:24 Hannah’s faith is powerful because it wasn’t just words. It was belief in action. When she went to the temple and poured her heart out before God, her pain was real, and her desperation was undeniable. But when Eli, the priest, misunderstood her passion and thought she was drun...  Read More
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Praying Beyond Yourself
by Ministry Support on May 9th, 2025
"Then I will give him to the Lord all the days of his life, and no razor shall touch his head." - 1 Samuel 1:11When you look at the story of Hannah, you see that her prayer was different. It wasn’t just about what God could do for her. It was about what God could do through her. While she longed for a child, her prayer went beyond her own desires. She promised that if God blessed her with a son, s...  Read More
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Praying Beyond Your Circumstances
by Ministry Support on May 8th, 2025
"Call to me and I will answer you, and will tell you great and hidden things that you have not known." - Jeremiah 33:3 As we looked at yesterday, Hannah’s story is a powerful reminder that true faith looks beyond the pain of our current situation and holds on to God’s promises. She had every reason to give up, to let her pain silence her prayers. But instead, she used her brokenness as a reason to...  Read More
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Praying Through Your Barrenness
by Ministry Support on May 7th, 2025
"She was deeply distressed and prayed to the Lord and wept bitterly." - 1 Samuel 1:10When reading the story of Hannah (in 1 Samuel 1-2), we see a story of deep pain and incredible faith. She desperately wanted a child, but year after year, her prayers seemed to go unanswered. In her culture, barrenness wasn’t just a personal struggle. It was a source of shame and rejection. Others ridiculed her, a...  Read More
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A Mother’s Relentless Prayer
by Ministry Support on May 6th, 2025
"Pray without ceasing." - 1 Thessalonians 5:17 There’s something powerful about a mother who prays. It’s more than just words spoken into the air. It’s a persistent cry from the heart, driven by love and faith that God will make a way even when everything seems hopeless. The story of Monica, the mother of St. Augustine, is a beautiful reminder of what relentless prayer can accomplish. For over thi...  Read More
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The Power of a Praying Mother
by Ministry Support on May 5th, 2025
"Therefore I have lent him to the Lord. As long as he lives, he is lent to the Lord." - 1 Samuel 1:28 There’s something special about the prayers of a mother. From the moment a child is born, a mother’s heart is naturally wired to nurture, protect, and guide. And when life throws its hardest challenges, it’s often a mother’s prayers that carry her children through. Throughout history, we’ve seen t...  Read More
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Stay Ready for the Fight
by Ministry Support on April 30th, 2025
"Be sober-minded; be watchful. Your adversary the devil prowls around like a roaring lion, seeking someone to devour." - 1 Peter 5:8 The enemy does not fight fair. He does not announce his attacks in advance or wait until you are ready. He looks for the moment when you are distracted, when your guard is down, and when you least expect it. That is why you cannot afford to get so caught up in buildi...  Read More
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Prayers That Carry a Burden
by Delman Coates on February 27th, 2025
"Cast your burden on the Lord, and he will sustain you; he will never permit the righteous to be moved." - Psalm 55:22 Have you ever prayed with a burden so heavy it brought you to your knees? The kind of burden that keeps you up at night, not because you’re worrying, but because you feel a deep responsibility to lift someone else before God. That’s the kind of prayer that moves God, a prayer that...  Read More
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A Holistic View of Spirituality
by Delman Coates on January 27th, 2025
“Beloved, I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, as it goes well with your soul.” - 3 John 1:2 In Western culture, we often separate our spirituality into different compartments—spirit, mind, and body—believing that what happens to the body doesn’t affect the spirit.  Historically, thinkers like Plato influenced the idea that the body is something to be ignored or...  Read More
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Trusting God's Timing
by Delman Coates on January 22nd, 2025
"He has made everything beautiful in its time." - Ecclesiastes 3:11 Waiting is never easy, especially when we are waiting on God to deliver on His promises. As we wait, we must remain expectant, grounded in prayer, and anchored in faith. But above all, we must trust in God’s timing. His timing is perfect, even when it doesn’t align with our own expectations or desires. The truth is that what we ul...  Read More
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Patience Through Prayer
by Delman Coates on January 17th, 2025
"But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience." - Romans 8:25 Waiting is never easy. Whether you're waiting for a job, a relationship, a breakthrough, or any promise God has given you, that waiting period often feels like the hardest part. God has a purpose in the waiting, but in those moments, our patience can wear thin. Without prayer, our patience often fades, and we’re l...  Read More
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Grounded in Prayer
by Delman Coates on January 15th, 2025
"Pray without ceasing." - 1 Thessalonians 5:17 Waiting is hard. It can feel like you're standing still while the world moves around you, and it’s easy to believe that you can hold on through sheer willpower. But the truth is, waiting isn't something you can do on your own. You need prayer. You need to remain grounded in prayer as you wait for God’s promises to unfold. Without prayer, your strength...  Read More
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Aligning Your Life for God's Promise
by Delman Coates on January 13th, 2025
“He was righteous and devout, waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was upon him.” - Luke 2:25 Simeon’s life stands as an example of someone who was aligned, both spiritually and morally, to receive God’s promise. The Bible describes him as a "righteous and devout" man, someone who was deeply committed to God’s Word and faithfully trusted in His promises. Simeon didn’t just kn...  Read More
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Connecting with the Person of God
by Delman Coates on July 29th, 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   The story we discussed yesterday of walking into a KFC and finding out they had no chicken, makes us question how such a core element could be missing. Similarly, many come to church seeking the essence of...  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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It Hurt Me, but it Helped Me
by Delman Coates on July 10th, 2024
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." - Philippians 4:6   We’ve spent a lot of time discussing those who betray you. Now I want you to understand something: Don’t worry about the betrayer acting like they’re better off without you. Most of that is fake anyway, but even if they are, good; that’s their jou...  Read More
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Consistent in Prayer, Unwavering in Praise
by Delman Coates on January 31st, 2024
"Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus." - 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18   Have you ever found yourself allowing your circumstances to dictate your connection with God? The ebb and flow of life's experiences can sometimes become the determining factor in when we turn to God in prayer or lift our voices in praise. However, the w...  Read More
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Pray with Expectation
by Delman Coates on November 29th, 2023
"Therefore I tell you, whatever you ask in prayer, believe that you have received it, and it will be yours." - Mark 11:24   Prayer is not a mere recitation of words into the ether; it is a conversation with the Creator of the universe. It's a direct line to the One who holds the power to transform circumstances, hearts, and lives. In Mark 11:24, Jesus encourages us to pray with expectation, believ...  Read More
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Gratitude in Prayer
by Delman Coates on November 21st, 2023
"Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus." - 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18   In the realm of prayer, we find a precious gift from God, a divine channel that enables us to draw near to the Creator of the universe. When we come before Him, we often carry our concerns, seeking guidance and aid. While it is only natural to present ou...  Read More
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Praying with Reliance on God
by Delman Coates on November 18th, 2023
"Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God." - Philippians 4:6   In a world that often encourages self-sufficiency and independence, we can sometimes forget the significance of relying on God. It's easy to fall into the trap of thinking that we must shoulder life's burdens and challenges on our own. However, pr...  Read More
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God Cares
by Delman Coates on November 17th, 2023
"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   Through prayer, we express our thoughts, emotions, needs, and desires to God. It is the means by which we form a connection with the Creator, the source of unwavering love and compassion. When we approach the throne of grace in prayer, we encounter a God who cares for ev...  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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The Power of Boldness: Moving the Heart of God
by Delman Coates on July 16th, 2023
"Let us then approach God's throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need." - Hebrews 4:16   Our God is not only a mighty and sovereign Creator but also a loving Father who is moved by our boldness. As we approach His presence with confidence and trust, we have the opportunity to witness His heart respond to our audacious faith. Let us ...  Read More
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The Transformative Power of Prayer
by Delman Coates on July 14th, 2023
"Then Abraham drew near and said, 'Will you indeed sweep away the righteous with the wicked?'" - Genesis 18:23   In Genesis 18, we witness a remarkable encounter between Abraham and the Lord. This narrative reveals the profound impact of prayer and the transformative power it holds. As we delve into Abram's prayer, we are reminded of the incredible privilege and potential found in our own conversa...  Read More
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One More Round
by Delman Coates on April 26th, 2023
“Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.” - Romans 12:12  If you are going to experience a comeback, you are not only going to need strength—you are going to need PATIENCE.  Romans 12:12 reminds us to, “Rejoice in hope, be patient in tribulation, be constant in prayer.” The devil doesn’t want you to make an easy comeback. He wants you to believe that you were defeated, y...  Read More
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Do Not Be Anxious
by Delman Coates on January 26th, 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  Would you consider yourself an anxious person? In today’s society, the words “anxiety” and “depression” are more commonly talked...  Read More
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The Blessing of Imperfection
by Ministry Support on January 6th, 2023
“My grace is sufficient for you, for My strength is made perfect in weakness.”- 2 Corinthians 12:8-10  Theodore Roosevelt has been quoted as saying, “The only man who never makes mistakes is the man who never does anything.” Thomas Edison spent more than $100,000 to obtain 6,000 different fiber specimens, and only three of them proved satisfactory. However, each new opportunity provided a chance t...  Read More
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