Monthly Archives: August 2025

More Than You Can Imagine: What God Has Prepared

Posted on August 7, 2025 by Mark Cole

“No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love Him.”— 1 Corinthians 2:9 (NLT) Life is filled with breathtaking moments — the awe of a mountain sunrise, the … Continue reading →

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God Gives Rest: A Reflection on Psalm 127:2

Posted on August 7, 2025 by Mark Cole

“It is useless for you to work so hard from early morning until late at night,anxiously working for food to eat; for God gives rest to His loved ones.” – Psalm 127:2 (NLT) We live in a culture that glorifies … Continue reading →

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Jesus’ Thoughts On Your Priorities

Posted on August 7, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and He will give you everything you need.” — Luke 12:31 (NLT) Jesus had a remarkable way of cutting through the noise of life. In a world of distractions, worries, and ambitions, … Continue reading →

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Seven Things the Lord Hates: A Heart Check from Proverbs

Posted on August 6, 2025 by Mark Cole

“There are six things the Lord hates—no, seven things he detests:haughty eyes,a lying tongue,hands that kill the innocent,a heart that plots evil,feet that race to do wrong,a false witness who pours out lies,a person who sows discord in a family.”— … Continue reading →

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Foolishness or Power? The Message of the Cross

Posted on August 6, 2025 by Mark Cole

“The message of the cross is foolish to those who are headed for destruction! But we who are being saved know it is the very power of God.”— 1 Corinthians 1:18 (NLT) The Cross Offends Human Logic To the world, … Continue reading →

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1 Corinthians: God’s Call to a Holy and United Church

Posted on August 6, 2025 by Mark Cole

“To the church of God in Corinth… called to be His holy people.” – 1 Corinthians 1:2 A Letter for Our Time The book of 1 Corinthians is one of the most direct, practical, and convicting letters in the New … Continue reading →

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Why I Went to University (Even When My Pastor Said Not To)

Posted on August 5, 2025 by Mark Cole

“The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord.” – Psalm 37:23 When I was 17, I sat across from my pastor, looking for guidance. University was on my heart, and I wanted spiritual counsel about my next … Continue reading →

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Disciplining Our Children: A Gift of Love and Wisdom

Posted on August 5, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Discipline your children, and they will give you peace; they will bring you the delights you desire.” — Proverbs 29:17 Raising children is one of the greatest joys—and greatest challenges—of life. Every parent wants to see their child grow into … Continue reading →

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Overcoming a Critical Spirit: Learning to Speak Life

Posted on August 5, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Don’t use foul or abusive language. Let everything you say be good and helpful, so that your words will be an encouragement to those who hear them.” — Ephesians 4:29 (NLT) My uncle passed away recently at the age of … Continue reading →

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What If the Lord Had Not Been on Our Side?

Posted on August 4, 2025 by Mark Cole

Reflections on Psalm 124 Have you ever looked back at your life and asked, “What if God hadn’t helped me?” That’s exactly what David does in Psalm 124—a short, vivid psalm that invites us to reflect on God’s faithful presence … Continue reading →

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