Category Archives: God Adventures

Mark Cole Personal Timeline Highlights

Posted on January 1, 2024 by Mark Cole

Here are the main milestones, photos and links (to the stories from this blog) from my adventures so far… Every good and perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of the heavenly lights James 1:17 VANCOUVER, BC … Continue reading →

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Celebrating 50 Years Of Ministry

Posted on December 21, 2023 by Mark Cole

This November marks 50 years since I went into full-time ministry. Here are just 10 of the ministry moments that I consider to be significant moments and memorial stones in my journey so far: Continue reading →

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Does Jesus Still Heal People?

Posted on November 25, 2023 by Mark Cole

In 2005 I was constantly travelling.. every other week I was on a plane to somewhere in the world to lead worship. This also involved playing piano for 4-6 hours a day. Finally, I developed carpal tunnel syndrome in my … Continue reading →

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The Journey To Finding Purpose

Posted on November 25, 2023 by Mark Cole

My first couple of years working in church ministry were great. The church that I was born in, Glad Tiding Church, had hired me to conduct and arrange music for their 100 voice choir and orchestra. It was a bit … Continue reading →

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Do Angels Fix Flat Tires?

Posted on November 9, 2023 by Mark Cole

A number of years ago, I was driving to church with my family on a Sunday morning. We were zooming down our local freeway at 110 km/hr (70 mi/hr) when all of a sudden I spotted an aluminium ladder strewn … Continue reading →

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Seven Blessings of Faith

Posted on November 8, 2023 by Mark Cole

Let’s look into seven blessings that radiate from a life grounded in faith. Continue reading →

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Faith Is Having The Courage To Let God Have Control

Posted on November 6, 2023 by Mark Cole

‘Faith is having the courage to let God have control.’ As I read these words, my mind goes back to the many times that God has asked me to trust Him to have control in my life.    I don’t … Continue reading →

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Friendship with God: The Fear Factor

Posted on September 25, 2023 by Mark Cole

In the realm of spirituality and faith, the phrase “the fear of the Lord” can be perplexing. Fear typically invokes images of anxiety and dread, emotions we’d rather avoid. However, within the context of the Bible, the fear of the … Continue reading →

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How Do You Recharge Your Batteries?

Posted on June 6, 2023 by Mark Cole

In life it is sometimes easy to lose focus, to lose your inspiration, to get discouraged! Let me tell you what helps me to stay focused, what helps me to stay on track. Let me tell you what inspires me! … Continue reading →

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What Does It Mean To ‘Follow Jesus’?

Posted on April 14, 2023 by Mark Cole

Here are 10 principles that Jesus taught His disciples. They are as true now as they were back then. Following Jesus will lead you on a path to peace, direction, purpose, love, community, forgiveness, joy and eternal life. 1. Love … Continue reading →

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