Monthly Archives: October 2025

Why God Chose Paul: The Power of a Transformed Life

Posted on October 11, 2025 by Mark Cole

When we think of Paul the Apostle, it’s almost impossible not to be amazed at his life’s dramatic turnaround. One moment, he was Saul of Tarsus — a zealous Pharisee determined to stamp out the early Christian movement. The next, … Continue reading →

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The Journey from the Pit to Praise

Posted on October 10, 2025 by Mark Cole

There are seasons in life when we feel stuck—when the ground beneath us seems to give way, and we find ourselves in a pit of discouragement, confusion, or despair. Psalm 40:1–3 beautifully captures that experience, but even more powerfully, it … Continue reading →

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Pray and Obey

Posted on October 10, 2025 by Mark Cole

When it comes to following Jesus, two simple words summarize the heart of a faithful life: pray and obey. These two actions—seeking God’s will and walking in it—form the foundation of every fruitful Christian journey. Many of us are good … Continue reading →

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Ordinary People, Extraordinary Impact

Posted on October 10, 2025 by Mark Cole

In Romans 16:3–4, Paul writes, “Give my greetings to Priscilla and Aquila, my co-workers in the ministry of Christ Jesus. In fact, they once risked their lives for me. I am thankful to them, and so are all the Gentile … Continue reading →

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Living Wisely in the Light of Eternity

Posted on October 9, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Lord, remind me how brief my time on earth will be.Remind me that my days are numbered—how fleeting my life is.You have made my life no longer than the width of my hand.My entire lifetime is just a moment to … Continue reading →

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Overflowing with Hope

Posted on October 9, 2025 by Mark Cole

Romans 15:13 — “I pray that God, the source of hope, will fill you completely with joy and peace because you trust in Him. Then you will overflow with confident hope through the power of the Holy Spirit.” Hope is … Continue reading →

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Accepting the Weak in Faith

Posted on October 8, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the surest signs of spiritual maturity is how we treat believers who are still growing in their faith. Paul’s instruction in Romans 14:1 goes straight to the heart of this truth: “Accept other believers who are weak in … Continue reading →

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Hosea: The God Who Refuses to Give Up on Us

Posted on October 8, 2025 by Mark Cole

The book of Hosea is one of the most powerful pictures of God’s love in the entire Bible. It’s a love story — but not the kind we might expect. It’s a story of a faithful husband and an unfaithful … Continue reading →

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How To Be Spiritually Dressed

Posted on October 7, 2025 by Mark Cole

In Romans 13:14, Paul gives us this powerful instruction: “Clothe yourself with the presence of the Lord Jesus Christ. And don’t let yourself think about ways to indulge your evil desires.” (NLT) What a vivid image! Every morning, we carefully … Continue reading →

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