Posts with the tag “wisdom”
Blessed with Revelation
by Delman Coates on August 17th, 2024
"...making known to us the mystery of his will, according to his purpose, which he set forth in Christ as a plan for the fullness of time, to unite all things in him, things in heaven and things on earth." - Ephesians 1:8-10 As believers, we not only have the blessings of redemption and reconciliation but thirdly, In Ephesians 1:8-10, Paul reveals another important blessing we receive through Ch... Read More
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God's Unseen Protection
by Delman Coates on February 24th, 2024
"In all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight." - Proverbs 3:6 In the intricate dance of life, God's omniscience plays a crucial role in our protection. His knowledge extends beyond what we perceive, shielding us not only from visible dangers but also from the unseen threats. As we explore the depth of God's wisdom, let us find solace in the assurance that His protection ... Read More
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From Rock Bottom to Redemption
by Delman Coates on February 10th, 2024
"He longed to fill his stomach with the pods that the pigs were eating, but no one gave him anything." - Luke 15:16 In the midst of the Prodigal Son's seemingly hopeless situation, there exists a redemptive truth that resonates through the ages. It's a profound realization that, even when you feel you've hit rock bottom and disappointed everyone, there is still hope. The story doesn't end in des... 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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Refocusing for a New Chapter
by Delman Coates on January 14th, 2024
"We will keep your name close." - Psalm 75:1 In the pursuit of writing a new chapter in our lives and changing the narrative, the wisdom of the Psalmist offers a transformative key: refocus your attention. When faced with the absence of clear closure and understanding, the Psalmist provides a powerful example. Instead of dwelling on the actions of his enemies, he declares, "and we will keep your... Read More
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Trusting in the Waiting
by Delman Coates on January 10th, 2024
"Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord." - Psalm 27:14 Often in our lives, waiting is a real challenge. It's during these periods of anticipation that our faith is tested, and questions may arise. Yet, God calls us to shift our perspective on waiting. It's not a passive idleness; rather, it's a time of trust, a season where we can confidently believe that God is at wo... Read More
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The Power of Self-Forgiveness
by Delman Coates on January 3rd, 2024
"For if you forgive others their trespasses, your heavenly Father will also forgive you." - Matthew 6:14 In the pursuit of our "best life," we often encounter a significant roadblock, the need to forgive ourselves. It's a journey that many of us hesitate to embark upon, as we carry the weight of mistakes made years ago, creating a silent barrier to the fulfillment we seek. We live in a world th... Read More
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Led by His Star
by Delman Coates on December 26th, 2023
"Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him." - Matthew 2:2 The story of the wise men who traveled from the East to find the newborn King, Jesus, carries valuable lessons that resonate with our own spiritual journey. These learned men were well-educated, accomplished in their fields, and had a deep hunger for knowledge and truth... Read More
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Assured in God's Faithfulness
by Delman Coates on December 14th, 2023
"'The days are coming,' declares the LORD, 'when I will fulfill the good promise I made to the people of Israel and Judah.'" - Jeremiah 33:14 In the journey of life, there are moments when we eagerly anticipate the fulfillment of God's promises. We may find ourselves in seasons of waiting, wondering when the Lord will bring to pass what He has spoken. But today, I want to shift our focus from th... Read More
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Building Spiritual Muscle
by Delman Coates on December 10th, 2023
"Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance. Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything." - James 1:2-4 Life's challenges and difficulties can often feel like heavy weights that press down upon us, testing our faith, and pushing us to... Read More
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God Is Better at Being God
by Delman Coates on December 8th, 2023
"For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways," declares the Lord. "As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts." - Isaiah 55:8-9 Life is filled with challenges, and in the midst of them, we often find ourselves trying to take control and make things happen on our own terms. It's natural to want to fix ... Read More
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Aligning Our Will with God's in Prayer
by Delman Coates on November 24th, 2023
"Your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven." - Matthew 6:10 When we pray, we enter into a sacred conversation with God. It's a dialogue where we pour out our hearts, express our desires, and seek His guidance. In this exchange, a beautiful process unfolds: God works to align our will with His. Matthew 6:10, part of the Lord's Prayer, reminds us of the importance of aligni... Read More
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Fulfilling Your Divine Purpose
by Delman Coates on October 29th, 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 Life is an incredible journey, filled with twists and turns, challenges, and triumphs. Yet, amidst the unpredictability of it all, there is one constant: God's unwavering love and His divine plan for your life. You may sometimes doubt your a... Read More
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Navigating Life's Storms
by Delman Coates on October 19th, 2023
"If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you." - James 1:5 Life's journey is a series of decisions—some minor, others life-altering. In the face of trials and tribulations, the wisdom and discernment with which you make these decisions become the walls that protect and guide you. Seek wisdom, make choices aligned ... Read More
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Building Your Life on the Rock of Faith
by Delman Coates on October 16th, 2023
"Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. The rain came down, the streams rose, and the winds blew and beat against that house; yet it did not fall, because it had its foundation on the rock." - Matthew 7:24-25 The foundation of your life is of paramount importance. Just as a well-constructed house must have ... Read More
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Living Out God’s Word in Your Priorities
by Delman Coates on October 4th, 2023
"Therefore rid yourselves of all sordidness and rank growth of wickedness, and welcome with meekness the implanted word that has the power to save your souls. But be doers of the word and not merely hearers who deceive themselves." - James 1:21-22 Your priorities shape the course of your life. They define who you are and what you stand for. In the hustle and bustle of life, it's easy to lose sig... Read More
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Living Out God's Word in Your Choices
by Delman Coates on October 3rd, 2023
"Therefore rid yourselves of all sordidness and rank growth of wickedness, and welcome with meekness the implanted word that has the power to save your souls. But be doers of the word and not merely hearers who deceive themselves." - James 1:21-22 Every day, you face a multitude of choices, from the mundane to the life-altering. Each decision you make is an opportunity to live out God's Word. Bu... Read More
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Resting in God: The Ultimate Peace
by Delman Coates on August 15th, 2023
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” - Matthew 11:28 In our fast-paced world, rest often seems elusive. We hustle, we strive, we push, and yet true rest seems just out of reach. But there’s a type of rest that the world cannot offer—a rest that comes from God alone. Resting in God is not about physical relaxation or even mental calm. It’s about spiritual tr... Read More
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Divine Preparation: Four Ways God Readies Us for His Plans
by Delman Coates on August 7th, 2023
“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” - Ephesians 2:10 God has a unique plan for each of our lives, and He actively prepares us for the journey ahead. Here are four ways God readies us for His divine plans. Through Trials: Trials are not meant to break us but to shape us. They refine our character, teach us perseveran... Read More
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Growing Through Discomfort: Embracing the Refiner’s Fire
by Delman Coates on August 1st, 2023
“Consider it pure joy, my brothers and sisters, whenever you face trials of many kinds, because you know that the testing of your faith produces perseverance.” - James 1:2-3 In our journey of faith, discomfort is not an anomaly; it’s an essential part of our spiritual growth. It’s in the crucible of trials and tribulations that our faith is refined and our character is shaped. Just as a piece of ... Read More
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Embracing God’s Vision for Our Lives
by Delman Coates on July 26th, 2023
“For my thoughts are not your thoughts, neither are your ways my ways,” declares the Lord. “As the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways and my thoughts than your thoughts.” - Isaiah 55:8-9 It’s easy to become trapped in our own perspective, believing that the way we see life is the only way it can be. However, God’s vision for our lives often extends far beyond ... Read More
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Don’t Put God in a Box
by Ministry Support on June 10th, 2023
"Oh, how great are God’s riches and wisdom and knowledge! How impossible it is for us to understand his decisions and his ways!" - Romans 11:33 Have you ever tried to fit God into a box? Have you ever tried to confine Him to your understanding or limit Him to what you think He can do? It's easy to fall into this trap, but the truth is that God is far bigger and more powerful than we can ever imag... Read More
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Remaining in God’s Presence
by Delman Coates on March 30th, 2023
“And He said, ‘My presence will go with you, and I will give you rest.’” - Exodus 33:14 What are you doing while you are waiting on God? It is a question seldom asked, but extremely important to answer. Many people think of waiting as a passive action. They think God handles it and you sit back and live life; and whenever He wants to fulfill His promise, you’ll be there. But the truth is, you pla... Read More
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You Have A Destination
by Ministry Support on October 7th, 2021
“Be very careful, then, how you live— not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.” - Ephesians 5:15-16 Yesterday we talked about walking with a purpose and not sleepwalking through life. When you walk with a purpose, you are doing so because you have somewhere to be. You have a destination. This is walking, guided by the Spirit rather than by your o... Read More
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Are You Sleepwalking?
by Ministry Support on October 6th, 2021
“Be very careful, then, how you live— not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil.” - Ephesians 5:15-16 If someone gave you $86,400 in cash today, and you could spend or invest it however you wanted—the only rule is that you cannot save any of it, tomorrow it is all gone—how much of it would you utilize? The question seems crazy. We would answer, “AL... Read More
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Go To God First
by Ministry Support on May 28th, 2021
David was in great danger; for the people spoke of stoning him, because all the people were bitter in spirit for their sons and daughters. But David strengthened himself in the Lord his God. David said to the priest Abiathar son of Ahimelech, “Bring me the ephod.” So Abiathar brought the ephod to David. David inquired of the Lord, “Shall I pursue this band? Shall I overtake them?” He answered him,... Read More
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Before Heaven
by Ministry Support on April 25th, 2021
Jesus replied, “Blessed are you, Simon son of Jonah, for this was not revealed to you by flesh and blood, but by my Father in heaven. And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it. I will give you the keys of the kingdom of heaven; whatever you bind on earth will be bound in heaven, and whatever you loose on earth will be lo... Read More
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The Blessing Of Responsibility
by Ministry Support on April 13th, 2021
In Christ we have also obtained an inheritance, having been destined according to the purpose of him who accomplishes all things according to his counsel and will, so that we, who were the first to set our hope on Christ, might live for the praise of his glory. (Ephesians 1:11-12)As we continue to look at Paul’s words to the Ephesians about the blessings we receive from the Son of God, I see a fou... Read More
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Looking Through New Lenses
by Ministry Support on April 12th, 2021
With all wisdom and insight he has made known to us the mystery of his will, according to his good pleasure that he outlined in Christ, as a plan for the fullness of time, to gather up all things in him, things in heaven and things on earth. (Ephesians 1:8-10)Last year, I started having vision problems. I noticed whenever I had to read things up close the lines were blurry. The eye doctor gave me ... Read More
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The Blessing Of Revelation
by Ministry Support on April 11th, 2021
In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace that he lavished on us. With all wisdom and insight he has made known to us the mystery of his will, according to his good pleasure that he outlined in Christ, as a plan for the fullness of time, to gather up all things in him, things in heaven and things on earth. (Ephesians 1:7-10... Read More
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Power Over Fear
by Ministry Support on April 6th, 2021
Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places. (Ephesians 1:3)In Paul’s letter to the Ephesians, he offers so much wisdom and guidance on how to overcome fear. In his letter, he wanted the Ephesians then, and us now, to know that the power of Christ and Christ alone was sufficient to sustain them during dif... Read More
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Excitement For God’s Word
by Ministry Support on January 4th, 2021
They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer. (Acts 2:42) On two occasions in the second chapter of Acts, the Bible says that the believers devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching. From this statement, we get a sense that these believers were dedicated to the Word of God. The most obvious sign that people love their church shows ... Read More
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Look Inward
by Ministry Support on December 12th, 2020
But I will rejoice forever; I will sing praises to the God of Jacob. (Psalm 75:9) When it comes to closure, if it’s something you really want, you must find it within. You can’t always expect other people to give it to you. Notice the shift in the Psalmist’s language. The Psalmist says in the last verse “as for me, I will praise the God of Jacob.” Up until this point, the psalmist has talked ab... Read More
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Figuring Out Why
by Ministry Support on December 10th, 2020
And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose. (Romans 8:28) “Lord, grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, courage to change the things I can, and wisdom to know the difference.” These popular words of prayer were penned by the American theologian Reinhold Niebuhr. The prayer has been popularized b... Read More
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Look Beneath The Surface
by Ministry Support on December 5th, 2020
But the LORD said to Samuel, "Do not consider his appearance or his height, for I have rejected him. The LORD does not look at the things people look at. People look at the outward appearance, but the LORD looks at the heart.” (1 Samuel 16:7) By reading the story of Abigail and Nabal, we can see that bad relationships can form when the people within the relationship prioritize the wrong things. A... Read More
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Don’t Settle For A Fool
by Ministry Support on December 2nd, 2020
Now the name of the man was Nabal, and the name of his wife Abigail. The woman was clever and beautiful, but the man was surly and mean; he was a Calebite. (1 Samuel 25:3) In our text, we have recorded a rather fascinating narrative about a woman named Abigail who is married to a man named Nabal. In one sense it seems as if she has so much going on for her. She is described as smart and attractiv... Read More
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Learning God’s Will In God’s Presence
by Ministry Support on November 1st, 2020
Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is. – Ephesians 5:17 Anyone who has spent any time with God knows that discovering the will of God is anything but an exact science. There aren’t six easy steps like the scientific method, and boom, you have the will of God for your life. In fact, it’s not like that at all. It’s a journey that requires careful attention and con... Read More
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Don’t Lose Focus
by Ministry Support on October 27th, 2020
I lift up my eyes to the hills. From where does my help come? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth. – Psalm 121:1-2 Something we all need to understand is that the key to recovery has a lot to do with where your focus is. Albert Einstein once said, “If you want to live a healthy and happy life, tie it to a steady goal and a vision.” Paulo Coelho talked about focus this way “When... Read More
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Who Are You Focused On?
by Ministry Support on October 26th, 2020
Now when David and his men came to Ziklag on the third day, the Amalekites had made a raid on the Negeb and on Ziklag. They had attacked Ziklag, burned it down, and taken captive the women and all who were in it, both small and great; they killed none of them, but carried them off, and went their way. When David and his men came to the city, they found it burned down, and their wives and sons and ... Read More
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Praying Instead Of Complaining
by Ministry Support on October 25th, 2020
David inquired of the Lord, “Shall I pursue this band? Shall I overtake them?” He answered him, “Pursue; for you shall surely overtake and shall surely rescue. – 1 Samuel 30:8 What is the first thing you do when you experience loss? Do you question God? Do you get frustrated, angry, and confused? Do you act on this anger and frustration? It’s important for us to examine how we act and react to si... Read More
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