Tag Archives: Surrender

Heartfelt Worship: A Guide to God’s Presence in Leading

Posted on April 9, 2024 by Mark Cole

My desire, as a worship leader, is to have God’s presence, power, anointing and blessing when leading my local congregation. It is God’s presence that changes lives. It is God’s presence that heals peoples hearts and bodies. Here are some suggestions and guidelines to open the door for God’s blessings on your leading and worship. Continue reading →

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What I’ve Learned About Surrender

Posted on March 6, 2024 by Mark Cole

When I was 18 years old, I was in my second year of studying music at the University of British Columbia. I loved music but I was struggling with the demands of long practise times and studies and I reluctantly decided to quit university. … Continue reading →

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The Five Most Important Facts About Worship

Posted on January 22, 2024 by Mark Cole

Years ago, I realized that I often had only one shot at communicating with an audience in some of the countries that I would visit. So, I asked myself, if I could only speak once to an audience, what were … 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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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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The Blessings of Speaking in Tongues: Deepening Your Spiritual Journey

Posted on June 15, 2023 by Mark Cole

Speaking in tongues, a gift of the Holy Spirit, is a fascinating and often misunderstood practice within the Christian faith. It has sparked various discussions and interpretations throughout history. While opinions may differ, it is essential to explore the potential … Continue reading →

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New Life In Christ

Posted on May 23, 2023 by Mark Cole

In 2 Corinthians 5:17. Paul writes: “If anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” What does he mean? To understand its meaning, let’s do a ‘quick dive’ into the verse … Continue reading →

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How Do I Follow Jesus?

Posted on April 2, 2023 by Mark Cole

Following Jesus involves a personal relationship with Him, and it’s a lifelong journey of growing in faith and becoming more like Him. Here are some practical steps you can take to follow Jesus: Remember, following Jesus is a daily choice … Continue reading →

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