Posts with the tag “trust”
Get Out of the Boat
by Meghan Garmon on May 26th, 2025
"And Peter answered him, 'Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the water.' He said, 'Come.' So Peter got out of the boat and walked on the water and came to Jesus." - Matthew 14:28-29 Obeying God often means stepping outside of your comfort zone. Abram had to leave behind everything he knew: his home, his success, his familiar surroundings. All to follow God into uncharted territory. U... Read More
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Trusting God When It Doesn’t Make Sense
by Meghan Garmon on May 25th, 2025
"Abram went, as the Lord had told him." - Genesis 12:4 Trusting God isn’t always easy. Especially when He’s asking you to step into the unknown, to walk away from what’s familiar, and to move forward without all the details. That’s exactly what Abram did. He left behind everything he knew: his home, his culture, his family, and set out on a journey with no clear destination. Imagine the courage it... Read More
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Lessons in Losing
by Meghan Garmon on May 22nd, 2025
"But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus." - Philippians 3:13-14 Losing hurts. Whether it’s a missed opportunity, a failed attempt, or a setback you didn’t see coming, it’s never easy to fall short of something you’ve been working toward. And it’s even harder when it... Read More
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God Works Through Your Faithfulness
by Meghan Garmon on May 21st, 2025
"For nothing will be impossible with God." - Luke 1:37 Sometimes the hardest part of faith is simply not giving up. It’s one thing to have faith when everything is going well, but it’s something else entirely to keep moving forward when life feels like an endless uphill climb. The Israelites marched around Jericho, day after day, in the heat and in their exhaustion. They weren’t given immediate re... Read More
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Moving In Faith
by Meghan Garmon 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 People often question whether it still holds any value or if it’s just an outdated practice with no real purpose.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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Trusting God to Make It Over
by Meghan Garmon on May 15th, 2025
“For the Lord your God dried up the waters of the Jordan for you until you passed over, as the Lord your God did to the Red Sea, which he dried up for us until we passed over.” - Joshua 4:23 When the Israelites crossed the Jordan River, it wasn’t just about moving from one place to another. It was a testament to God’s faithfulness. Joshua made sure the people understood that their victory wasn’t j... Read More
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Fighting For Freedom
by Meghan Garmon on May 14th, 2025
"For you were called to freedom, brothers. Only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for the flesh, but through love serve one another." - Galatians 5:13 Freedom is a powerful thing. It’s something most of us enjoy and sometimes take for granted. But true freedom is never free. It always comes at a cost. The truth is, any freedom you enjoy today, whether it’s freedom from sin, freedom from fe... Read More
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The Power of Not Letting Go
by Meghan Garmon 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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Praying With Expectation
by Meghan Garmon 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 Meghan Garmon 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 Meghan Garmon 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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The Strength to Overcome
by Meghan Garmon on May 2nd, 2025
"I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart, I have overcome the world." - John 16:33 Life can feel overwhelming when it feels like everything is working against you. It’s easy to feel trapped, wondering how you’re ever going to make it over the mountain of stress, anxiety, and setbacks you face. Maybe you’re struggling wi... Read More
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Rebuilding Together
by Meghan Garmon on April 25th, 2025
"Let us rise up and build. So they strengthened their hands for the good work." - Nehemiah 2:18 There comes a time when you have to stop looking at what was lost and start rebuilding. That is exactly where God’s people found themselves after 70 years in exile. Their homes were gone, their city was in ruins, and their temple had been destroyed. But instead of staying stuck in grief, they made a dec... Read More
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When It’s Time to Go
by Meghan Garmon on April 11th, 2025
"Then the Lord said to Jacob, 'Return to the land of your fathers and to your kindred, and I will be with you.'" - Genesis 31:3 When you read the story of Jacob, you find that he spent years in a place that was never meant to be his final destination. He had been mistreated, manipulated, and taken advantage of by his father-in-law, Laban. But one day, God spoke to him and made it clear: his season... Read More
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Let Go of Worry
by Delman Coates on March 22nd, 2025
"Cast all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you." - 1 Peter 5:7 Worrying is exhausting. It will drain your energy, steal your peace, and keep you trapped in fear over things you cannot control. But the truth is, worry does not change anything. It will not fix your finances, heal your body, bring back lost time, or guarantee a better future. Worry keeps you stuck in a cycle of stress, but... Read More
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Let Go of Control
by Delman Coates on March 6th, 2025
"Commit your way to the Lord; trust in him, and he will act." - Psalm 37:5 Giving up control is one of the hardest things you will ever do. You like to have a plan. You like to know what is coming next. You like to feel like you have a say in how things turn out. But control is an illusion, and the more you try to grip it, the more anxious, exhausted, and frustrated you become. The real struggle i... Read More
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Peace in God’s Plan
by Delman Coates on February 15th, 2025
"You keep him in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on you, because he trusts in you." - Isaiah 26:3 There’s a kind of peace that can only come from following God’s will. A peace that quiets the noise, calms the chaos, and reassures your heart even when life doesn’t make sense. It’s not the fleeting relief you might feel when things go your way or the temporary satisfaction of chasing your own pla... Read More
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Nothing God Can’t Fix
by Delman Coates on February 8th, 2025
"He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds." - Psalm 147:3 Life has a way of leaving things broken. Broken promises, broken dreams, broken relationships. It all piles up and can make you feel like you’re beyond repair. Maybe you’ve experienced the pain of broken trust, the loss of a dream you once held close, or the weight of a broken heart that hasn’t fully healed. It’s easy to feel li... Read More
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Stop Blaming and Start Trusting
by Delman Coates on February 3rd, 2025
"Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus." - Philippians 3:13-14 When life feels heavy, it’s easy to start pointing fingers. You blame the people who hurt you, the circumstances that held you back, or even God f... Read More
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Waiting with Expectancy
by Delman Coates on January 14th, 2025
“For all the promises of God find their Yes in him.” - 2 Corinthians 1:20 Waiting can be difficult. In a world that thrives on instant gratification, waiting often feels like a burden. But for those who trust in God’s promises, waiting isn’t passive. It’s an active process that involves both hope and expectancy. As you align yourself to receive God’s promise, you should wait with expectancy, knowi... Read More
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Release It to God
by Delman Coates on November 29th, 2024
"Casting all your anxieties on him, because he cares for you." - 1 Peter 5:7 One of the hardest things to do in life is to release control. We often center ourselves on situations we can't manage and try to solve problems that are beyond us. But for the Christian, Peter offers a clear solution: release it to God. He tells us to “cast all your anxieties on Him” because God cares for us. The peo... Read More
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Not in Control
by Delman Coates on November 27th, 2024
"Humble yourselves, therefore, under the mighty hand of God so that at the proper time he may exalt you." - 1 Peter 5:6 Peter gives us a powerful key to handling anxiety: humility. He suggests that one of the reasons we struggle with anxiety is an overestimation of self, a belief that we are responsible for solving our own problems and managing the future on our own. Theologian Thomas Schreine... Read More
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Let Go of What Chokes You
by Ministry Support on November 25th, 2024
"And which of you by being anxious can add a single hour to his span of life?" - Luke 12:25 The word "worry" comes from an ancient term that means "to choke or strangle." It's a vivid description, isn’t it? When anxiety takes control, it can feel like it’s squeezing the life out of you. So, I want to ask you today: what is choking you? What has you feeling so worried that you feel locked in, l... Read More
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In the Meantime
by Delman Coates on October 17th, 2024
“For thus says the Lord of hosts, the God of Israel: Do not let the prophets and the diviners who are among you deceive you, and do not listen to your dreams that you dream. For it is a lie that they are prophesying to you in my name; I did not send them, says the Lord. For thus says the Lord: Only when Babylon’s seventy years are completed will I visit you, and I will fulfill to you my promise an... Read More
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Standing on God's Faithfulness
by Delman Coates on September 13th, 2024
"Let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering, for he who promised is faithful." - Hebrews 10:23 There's something powerful about knowing that God is always faithful. When you think about all the promises God has made, it can be overwhelming to realize that not one of them will ever be broken. In a world where people let you down, circumstances change, and nothing seems certain,... Read More
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Count Your Blessings
by Delman Coates on August 13th, 2024
"Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits," - Psalm 103:2 As a believer or follower of Christ, you've likely heard the hymn that starts, "When upon life's billows you are tempest-tossed, when you are discouraged, thinking all is lost..." These words by Johnson Oatman Jr. from over a century ago still resonate deeply today. Life often throws us into storms—moments of uncertainty... Read More
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People Are Not Perfect Either
by Delman Coates on July 6th, 2024
"Do not judge, or you too will be judged. For in the same way you judge others, you will be judged, and with the measure you use, it will be measured to you."- Matthew 7:1-2 Building on the idea that life is not perfect, it’s crucial to remember that people are not perfect either. Look no further than Judas to see how true that statement is. We often think of him as a wicked and evil man. Think... Read More
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Keeping Your Eyes on God
by Delman Coates on April 29th, 2024
"I lift up my eyes to the mountains—where does my help come from? My help comes from the LORD, the Maker of heaven and earth." - Psalm 121:1-2 In times of grief and loss, it can be easy to become consumed by our circumstances and to lose sight of God's presence in our lives. However, the story of King David reminds us of the importance of maintaining a solid relationship with God, even in the mi... Read More
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Healing Wounds
by Delman Coates on March 18th, 2024
"So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand." - Isaiah 41:10 Yesterday, we reflected on the lasting impact of traumatic events and the scars they leave on our bodies and souls. Today, let us explore how trauma affects our relationships and our perception of ourselves. Trauma has a way... Read More
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The Good Shepherd
by Delman Coates on February 20th, 2024
"The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing." - Psalm 23:1 In a world marred by confusion, chaos, and uncertainty, the comforting image of a shepherd emerges as a symbol of guidance, protection, and assurance. Jesus, in this text, not only identifies Himself as the gate leading to green pastures but also as the good shepherd who stands guard against thieves seeking to steal, kill, and destroy. This... 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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Let God Be Your Defense
by Delman Coates on January 16th, 2024
"But I will declare forever, I will sing praises to the God of Jacob. All the horns of the wicked I will cut off, but the horns of the righteous shall be lifted up." - Psalm 75:9-10 As the words of Psalms 75 unfold, there is a distinctive shift in language that calls for our attention. Initially, there's a universal call for praise in verse 1, a familiar theme in the Psalms. Yet, by the time we ... Read More
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The Generous Farmer
by Delman Coates on October 25th, 2023
"Has not God chosen the poor in the world to be rich in faith and to be heirs of the kingdom that he has promised to those who love him?" - James 2:5 In the book of James, we encounter a profound truth about God's selection of the poor in the world to be rich in faith and the heirs of His kingdom. This divine principle is beautifully illustrated in the Parable of the Generous Farmer. Once, in a ... Read More
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The Open Door of Hope
by Delman Coates on October 21st, 2023
"Why, my soul, are you downcast? Why so disturbed within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise him, my Savior and my God." - Psalm 42:11 In the middle of life's storms, it's essential to keep the door of hope wide open in your heart. Trust that God is with you, guiding you through adversity, and believe that He can bring beauty even out of the darkest moments. Let hope be your constant... Read More
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The Unchanging God
by Delman Coates on September 16th, 2023
"Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever." - Hebrews 13:8In a world of constant change and shifting sands, there is a steadfast anchor that holds firm—our unchanging God. Just as a lighthouse stands unwavering amidst the stormy seas, so does our Heavenly Father remain constant, a beacon of hope in every season of our lives.The truth that God is the same yesterday, today, and forev... Read More
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The Futility of Worry: Embracing God’s Peace
by Delman Coates on August 17th, 2023
“Therefore do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own.” - Matthew 6:34 Worry is a common human experience, yet it’s one that Jesus explicitly instructs us to avoid. Why? Because worry is not only futile, but it also undermines our faith and robs us of the peace God offers. Worrying is futile because it cannot change our circumstances... Read More
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Divine Refinement: God’s Purifying Tests
by Delman Coates on August 16th, 2023
“I will refine them like silver and test them like gold.” - Zechariah 13:9 Life is a journey filled with various tests and trials. These tests, while often challenging and uncomfortable, are not arbitrary or meaningless. They are part of God’s divine plan to purify us, much like a refiner uses fire to purify precious metals. When a refiner purifies gold, he subjects it to intense heat. The heat ... Read More
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Consistency in Prayer
by Delman Coates on August 13th, 2023
“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 Prayer is a powerful tool in our spiritual arsenal, but its power is not fully harnessed when we only turn to it in times of need or trouble. Consistency in prayer is crucial for a thriving relationship with God. Consistent prayer keeps our hear... Read More
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Preparing for God’s Future Blessings
by Delman Coates on August 9th, 2023
“And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.” - Romans 8:28 God has a beautiful plan for each of our lives, filled with blessings beyond our imagination. However, at this moment, we may not be prepared to receive what He has in store for us. That’s why God takes us through a process of molding and shaping to make us ... 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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