Broken Promises and a Victorious Savior
Have you ever been part of a situation that started off poorly, showed promise, built up hope, but ultimately ended in disappointment? It’s like the Dallas Cowboys’ football seasons since the ’90s — a cycle of hope and heartbreak.
Fools and Our Faithful God
Nehemiah 9-10 recounts Israel’s history, contrasting God’s constant faithfulness with humanity’s repeated failures. Despite the Israelites’ ongoing rebellion, God always showed mercy and offered forgiveness. This serves as a reminder that, no matter how often we stumble, God remains true to His promises.
Centrality of God’s Word
The contrast between the rebuilding of the physical walls and the rebuilding of the people is striking, and Nehemiah’s leadership highlights that it’s not the physical that ultimately matters, but the spiritual.
Dealing With Opposition
In this section, we reflect on how Nehemiah faced immense opposition, both external and internal, as he led the rebuilding of the walls of Jerusalem. We can draw several key lessons from Nehemiah’s leadership that help us deal with opposition in our own lives and ministries.
How to Live Our Identity: Abide Transform Imitate
The idea that our individual identity in Christ cannot be separated from our identity as a local body of believers is powerful.
Fruits of the Full Life
In John 10:10 and Galatians 5:22-23, we see a contrast between the false promises of a full life and the reality of the abundant life offered by Jesus. John 10:10 presents a powerful truth: Jesus came so that we might have life and have it abundantly, while the enemy seeks to steal, kill, and destroy. This statement is a stark reminder of the two paths available: one leading to destruction through empty worldly pursuits and the other leading to life through a relationship with Christ.
Supportive Community
In Acts 2:42-47, we witness the early church’s foundational principles for living in a supportive community, which remain relevant for the church today.
Learn God’s Truth
In the beginning of 2025, the staff at Coggin Church sought to start the year strong by launching an identity series. This series aims to articulate the vision of the congregation and its commitment to living out God’s truth. This message will explore what it means to be a church that is rooted in God’s […]
Romans: The Blessing of Our Calling
In Romans 15:14-19, we see Paul’s deep love for the church, his commitment to his calling, and his desire to see the believers continue to live with the same confident humility he himself embraced. Paul’s words resonate with us today, reminding us to remain steadfast in our faith and our calling.
Judges: Strength in Weakness: Lessons from the Life of Samson
Explore the story of Samson’s strength, weakness, and redemption. Discover lessons in humility, dependence on God, and parallels with Jesus.
Lessons from Samson: The Power of God’s Mercy, Spiritual Maturity, and Teachability
Explore Samson’s story of redemption and God’s mercy, discovering lessons on spiritual maturity and the power of humility.
Judges: A Sunny Savior in a Dark World: Lessons from the Life of Samson
The Biblical story of Samson in Judges 13 explores a message of sin, doubt, calling, and redemption through Jesus.