Coastal Church Podcast

<p>Faith is the key to the ultimate rest. In Hebrews 4:3 (NLT) it says, "for only we who believe can enter his place of rest."</p>

<p>God established this special day at creation and wants us to take time to rest. This time off from our busy lives allows us to grow closer to Him and get refreshed.</p>

<p>In this message Pastor Cheryl Koop talks about learning to rest in the promises of God. In Matthew 11:28-30 Jesus says, "Come to Me, all you who labor and heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For My yoke is easy and My burden is light."</p>

<p>God has put into our DNA the potential for growth and success, which is unlocked as we delight in His word. If the blessed and successful person is like a tree, then we can likely learn from the largest tree in the world. The largest and strongest living thing on the earth is the Giant Sequoia tree. They do not just survive but thrive.</p>

<p>Before you graduate to the next level, there will be tests you have to pass that are designed to prepare you for what’s ahead. David was prepared by a number of tests before he went to a new level in his battle with Goliath.</p>

<p>The life of Hezekiah is a rich example in the scripture of a man that had a mother train him to trust in God. In this message Pastor Cheryl Koop goes through six key strategies in trusting God that will impact our children.</p>

<p>In order to go to the next level, we first must hold the gains we have made in our lives and not relapse. To take ground is costly and requires a great output of energy. What we want to avoid is falling back or a relapse.</p>

<p>In order to give life to others we first must be connected to the true source of life. It is the nature of God to give life. Wherever Jesus went he brought life.</p>

<p>Wherever Jesus went He brought life. We have the same nature as Jesus, so we too can bring life to others.</p>

<p>The way we listen has a great impact on how to deal with disasters in life. In Mark chapter four Jesus tells a parable about a farmer who planted seed that landed on different types of soils. The parable has a lot to do with the way we hear.</p>

<p>The cross and the empty grace are powerful symbols of the absolute victory that Jesus won over death and sin. His obedience made a way for us to come home to the Father.</p>

<p>As the crowds gathered on Palm Sunday they were looking for a king to free them from Roman oppression. They did not realize God had a "better way" in mind as Jesus entered Jerusalem!</p>

<p>God is calling Coastal Church into a corporate fast. Pastor Dave Koop shares what a fast is, why fast, and what to do to participate this week.</p>

<p>This message is from the series: "Better Way to Get Along" by Pastor Dave Koop. The Apostle Paul in Romans 14 is addressing the "grey areas". These are the issues that the Bible does not declare an unequivocal right or wrong. In this message, Pastor Dave Koop goes through 8 points (based off of Romans 14) that help us respond to those who hold different values than our own.</p>

<p>Learn a better way to get along in our political relationships from Romans 13.</p>

<p>A better way to get along in your personal relationships, based on Romans 12.</p>

<p>Learn how to gain victory over confusion and fear so you can think clearly.</p>

<p>Learn how to detox your thoughts from Dr. Caroline Leaf's scientific research over the past 20 years. This is Sunday's recording.</p>

<p>Learn how to detox your thoughts from Dr. Caroline Leaf's scientific research over the past 20 years. This is Saturday's recording.</p>

<p>The Holy Spirit has been sent to help us repair the damage that has occurred in the soulish realm in our lives.</p>

<p>The greatest battle we fight is in our mind, (whether it be fears, addictions, negativism, or past memories), and God has sent the Holy Spirit to help us.</p>

<p>When things don't turn out as planned, and we are ready to quit, God has a way to restore us.</p>

<p>God’s way can be found by following the example left by the heroes of faith. This is what the Lord says: stand at the crossroads and look. Ask which paths are the old, reliable paths. Ask which way leads to blessings. Live that way, and find a resting place for yourselves. But you said that you wouldn’t live that way. - Jer. 6:16</p>

<p>In choosing your way, lean on what God is speaking to your heart, not your understanding. We can feel confident in asking God for His way in matters big or small.</p>

<p>In this message Pastor Dave Koop talks about the 5 languages of love and how to apply them to your life.</p>