Monthly Archives: July 2025

Called the Friend of God

Posted on July 8, 2025 by Mark Cole

In James 2:23, we find one of the most astonishing titles given to a human being in Scripture: “Abraham believed God, and God counted him as righteous because of his faith. He was even called the friend of God.” What … Continue reading →

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Faith That Works

Posted on July 8, 2025 by Mark Cole

“What good is it, dear brothers and sisters, if you say you have faith but don’t show it by your actions? Can that kind of faith save anyone?”—James 2:14 (NLT) James doesn’t pull any punches. In a world where it’s … Continue reading →

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The Humbling Path to Healing: Lessons from Naaman’s Encounter with Elisha

Posted on July 8, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the most remarkable stories of healing in the Old Testament is found in 2 Kings 5—the account of Naaman, the powerful Syrian commander who was also a leper. It’s a story that beautifully weaves together themes of pride, … Continue reading →

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What Do You Have in the House?

Posted on July 8, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the most moving stories in the life of Elisha is found in 2 Kings 4, where a desperate widow comes to him for help. Her husband, a faithful servant of God, has died—and now the creditors are coming … Continue reading →

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The Contract That Changed the World

Posted on July 7, 2025 by Mark Cole

The book of James begins with a striking declaration: “James, a slave of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ.” (James 1:1, NLT) James could have introduced himself in many ways: the half-brother of Jesus, a pillar in the early … Continue reading →

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Lessons from the Story of Elijah and Elisha

Posted on July 7, 2025 by Mark Cole

The story of Elijah and Elisha is one of the most powerful mentor-mentee relationships in the Bible. Their journey together, found primarily in 1 and 2 Kings, teaches us about leadership, legacy, spiritual hunger, and the transfer of anointing. As … Continue reading →

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When Churches Become Mosques: What Can We Learn?

Posted on July 6, 2025 by Mark Cole

I just returned from a trip to Turkey—a land rich with biblical history. Paul preached here. The early church exploded with life here. Iconium, Lystra, Derbe, Ephesus, Laodicea—names straight from the book of Acts and the letters of Revelation. And … Continue reading →

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The Repentance of a Wicked King

Posted on July 5, 2025 by Mark Cole

Lessons from 1 Kings 21:27–29 “But when Ahab heard this message, he tore his clothing, dressed in burlap, and fasted. He even slept in burlap and went about in deep mourning. Then another message from the Lord came to Elijah: … Continue reading →

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The Whisper That Changes Everything

Posted on July 4, 2025 by Mark Cole

Text: 1 Kings 19:12–13“And after the fire there was the sound of a gentle whisper. When Elijah heard it, he wrapped his face in his cloak and went out and stood at the entrance of the cave. And a voice … Continue reading →

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A Man After God’s Own Heart

Posted on July 3, 2025 by Mark Cole

What Does It Really Mean? In Acts 13:22, the apostle Paul recounts a powerful description from God about King David:“God removed Saul and replaced him with David, a man about whom God said, ‘I have found David son of Jesse, … Continue reading →

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