Imagine standing at a crossroads, weary from the weight of expectations.
One path demands conformity, the other promises freedom—but fear of the unknown keeps your feet planted. What would it take for you to step forward into a life brimming with joy and purpose? For David Delmar Coats, the answer was grace—an all-encompassing, unrelenting force that transformed his life from striving to thriving.
David’s journey began in Council Bluffs, Iowa, where he grew up with his twin sister Whitney. His name, David, is a testament to a bold choice he made in the fifth grade, trading the name Tracey for one that spoke of strength and kingship. “I felt Father God saying, ‘You’re my David, and you are to be a king on the earth,’” he recalls. That affirmation came full circle when David and Whitney, new to a much larger high school, were crowned Homecoming King and Queen. It was a pivotal moment for David—a whisper of divine assurance preparing him for the challenges ahead.
But David’s confidence would be tested in ways he couldn’t foresee. He was drawn into the trappings of legalistic religion, eventually drifting into New Age thinking, only to find that neither path offered the peace he sought. It wasn’t until he stumbled upon Don Keathley’s Grace teachings on YouTube that his perspective shifted. “I couldn’t shake the feeling that this was the message I needed to hear,” he admits. Through grace, David discovered a God who wasn’t vengeful or distant but intimately loving and endlessly patient. “When my view of God changed, the way I saw myself changed—from non-loving to loving without conditions.”
Breaking Free from Fear
For David, grace isn’t a passive concept—it’s an active force that rewires the way we see the world. Reflecting on a transformative moment at a convention, he recalls being invited to renounce an “orphan mindset.” When his voice echoed with conviction, the room took notice, and he was called to the stage. “The Holy Spirit came over me, and I was brought into a true relationship with my Father,” he shares. This pivotal experience laid the foundation for his mission: helping others find joy by shedding the fear and shame that often accompany religious systems.
Through his show Joy Sound TV on the Grace Awakening Network, David offers a space where creativity meets divine inspiration. He invites viewers to explore their unique gifts and embrace their own creativity without the constraints of fear or dogma. “It’s about educating, entertaining, and inspiring others to train their brains away from religious thinking,” David explains. By shifting the focus to grace, he believes we can unlock lasting change and discover a joy rooted in God’s love.
Moments That Spark Transformation
One of David’s most profound encounters with grace came during a live-streamed piano performance in Phoenix, Arizona. Known for creating music spontaneously, he stepped onto the stage in surrender to the Spirit’s leading. “Afterward, a man I hadn’t noticed in the audience approached me,” he recalls. “He said, ‘I love what you are doing. Keep it up,’ and handed me a $20 bill.” The man’s presence—marked by a gray suit, white hair, and a distinctive air—felt otherworldly, leaving David convinced he had met an angel. This moment became a powerful reminder of God’s constant presence and affirmation.
Finding Joy in Your Story
David’s message is clear: grace isn’t just a theological concept; it’s an invitation to live a life of unshakable joy and freedom. Whether you’re struggling with self-doubt, weighed down by legalism, or simply searching for a deeper connection, his story offers a beacon of hope. “Give yourself time to receive the message,” David advises. “Enjoy the journey of discovery, and allow Father God to open your eyes to Truth.”
Through Joy Sound TV, David shows that creativity and faith are not at odds but beautifully intertwined. His vision for the future is simple yet profound: to be a “beacon for fun” that uplifts and inspires, helping people embrace the grace that transforms lives.
So, what’s stopping you from stepping onto your own stage and embracing the freedom of grace? David’s journey reminds us that the greatest transformations begin when we let go of fear and allow love to lead the way.
You can connect with David via email at ddelmar77@gmail.com or explore Joy Sound TV on the Grace Awakening Network.