Monthly Archives: January 2026

Guidelines for Worship Team Ministry

Posted on January 7, 2026 by Mark Cole

Healthy worship ministries are built on both spiritual depth and clear expectations. These guidelines exist to create a culture of excellence, unity, and freedom—where worship leaders can serve with confidence and integrity. Spiritual & Team Commitments Worship team members are … Continue reading →

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Do You Know Jesus?

Posted on January 7, 2026 by Mark Cole

It’s a simple question, but it cuts deep. Not do you know about Jesus. Not have you heard His name, grown up in church, sung the songs, or read a few verses. The real question is this: Do you know … Continue reading →

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Learning to Pray from Jesus: The Pattern That Shapes Our Lives

Posted on January 7, 2026 by Mark Cole

When Jesus’ disciples asked Him how to pray, He didn’t give them a long lecture or a mystical formula. He gave them a simple, profound prayer—one that has shaped the faith of believers for two thousand years. “This, then, is … Continue reading →

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Is Anything Too Hard for the Lord?

Posted on January 7, 2026 by Mark Cole

That simple question appears in Genesis 18:14, spoken by God Himself: “Is anything too hard for the Lord?” It was asked in a very human moment—one filled with doubt, laughter, and impossibility. The Context: A Laugh Born of Experience Abraham … Continue reading →

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The First Questions God Ever Asked

Posted on January 6, 2026 by Mark Cole

The Bible begins with a powerful declaration: “In the beginning, God…”But it doesn’t take long before something surprising happens. God begins to ask questions. These are not questions asked out of ignorance. They are questions asked to draw people out, … Continue reading →

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El-Shaddai: Walking Faithfully Before God

Posted on January 6, 2026 by Mark Cole

“When Abram was ninety-nine years old, the Lord appeared to him and said, ‘I am El-Shaddai—God Almighty. Serve Me faithfully and live a blameless life.’” (Genesis 17:1) This moment in Abram’s life is both striking and deeply encouraging. God appears … Continue reading →

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You Are the Light of the World

Posted on January 6, 2026 by Mark Cole

Jesus’ words in Matthew 5 are both a declaration and a calling: “You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden…” Notice that Jesus does not say, “Try to become the light,” or … Continue reading →

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The Quiet Strength of Humility

Posted on January 6, 2026 by Mark Cole

“God blesses those who are humble, for they will inherit the whole earth.”— Matthew 5:5 At first glance, this promise feels upside down. Inherit the earth?To the humble? We live in a culture that celebrates self-promotion, assertiveness, and being noticed. … Continue reading →

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Blessed Are the Pure in Heart

Posted on January 5, 2026 by Mark Cole

“God blesses those whose hearts are pure,for they will see God.”— Matthew 5:8 Few verses are as searching—or as hopeful—as this one. Jesus does not speak about religious performance, public image, or outward morality. He speaks about the heart. And … Continue reading →

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Abraham: A Life Shaped by Trust

Posted on January 5, 2026 by Mark Cole

Abraham stands near the beginning of the biblical story, yet his life continues to shape how we understand faith, obedience, and our relationship with God. Scripture does not present him as a flawless hero but as a real person whose … Continue reading →

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Monthly Archives: January 2026

Guidelines for Worship Team Ministry

Do You Know Jesus?

Learning to Pray from Jesus: The Pattern That Shapes Our Lives

Is Anything Too Hard for the Lord?

The First Questions God Ever Asked

El-Shaddai: Walking Faithfully Before God

You Are the Light of the World

The Quiet Strength of Humility

Blessed Are the Pure in Heart

Abraham: A Life Shaped by Trust

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