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Author Archives: Mark Cole
The Real Saint Patrick
The real St. Patrick…. Wasn’t Irish, Born a Roman citizen in Britain Came from a wealthy aristocratic family Father was deacon, grandfather a priest Showed no interest in following Christ in early years Kidnapped by Irish pagans at age 16 … Continue reading
Posted in Church, God, God Adventures, Jesus, Travel
Tagged Christian communities, cleric, converted, deacon, medieval, pray, Roman citizen, slave, vision
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Wisdom
Many years ago, I took some advice from Billy Graham’s biography and started reading one chapter from the Book of Proverbs every day. There is so much wisdom in that book, that 30+ years later, I am still learning from it … Continue reading
Posted in Family, God, Leadership, Wisdom
Tagged advice, anger, competent, criticism, discipline, fear of the Lord, fire, foolishness, forgive, generous, give, good, heart, Holy One, honey, honor, humility, joyful, judgement, kind words, leadership, long life, Lord, love, mouth, patience, plans, praise, precautions, pressure, riches, strength, test, wealth, wife
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Stewardship Principle: Your Money Is A Test
From James MacDonald devotionals ~ For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also (Matthew 6:21, ESV). It’s mine, versus it’s God’s. Deep down, how do you view your things, including money? You can’t divide the pot—this part is God’s; … Continue reading
Posted in Church, God, Jesus, Leadership, Wisdom
Tagged heart, integrity, love, people, prayer, self-control, treasure, work ethic
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Music Advice from Thelonious Monk
The following insightful musical advice comes courtesy of legendary jazz pianist Thelonious Monk, a musical genius who died 35 years ago. Monk is the second most-recorded jazz composer after Duke Ellington. The list was transcribed by saxophonist Steve Lacy in 1960. … Continue reading
Posted in Music, Wisdom
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Celebrating 34 Years Of Marriage
On February 12th, my wife Anna and I celebrated 34 years of marriage. Our marriage has stayed strong through all the peaks and valleys of life. God has blessed me with an exceptional wife to share my life with. This year we went out for a dinner … Continue reading
Posted in Entertainment, Family, Travel
Tagged anniversaries, broadway musical, cruise, dinner, dogsled trip, elephant rides, hotel, marriage, missions trips, sailboat, travel, vacation
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10 Truths To Help Improve Your Marriage
Adapted from Paul Chappell: A marriage that endures is the result of God’s love and grace flowing through two people who are committed to one another. As time passes, it is always important to be reminded of the important basics of marriage. If we … Continue reading
9 Lessons Young Worship Leaders Need To Learn
By David Santistevan I remember the day like it was yesterday. I remember my heart racing, tears flowing, and my life changing. It was the day I experienced the presence of God for the first time. Sure, I had been … Continue reading
Posted in Church, God, Jesus, Leadership, Music, Wisdom, Worship
Tagged career move, church, communicate, ego, God's Word, learning, pastor, songs
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My Top 10 Worship Posts Of 2016
2016 has been an amazing year for me, it has included strong worship ministry, a return to choir leading, great overseas ministry and awesome family times. This blog has been a successful part of that journey with almost 690,000 visits from … Continue reading
Posted in Church, God, Leadership, Music, Wisdom, Worship
Tagged 12 keys, attitudes, experience, guidelines, habits, improving, invisible, strong worship leaders, team members, tests, Worship leaders, worship leading, worship rehearsal, worship songs
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The Story Behind ‘Joy To The World’
By Monica Hunter (the original post is here) No Christmas carol list would be complete without the exuberant celebration song, “Joy to the World.” This lively tune is easily memorized and simple to play on an instrument. But do you … Continue reading
Posted in Church, Music, Worship
Tagged Christmas, Handel, Isaac Watts, joy, Psalm 98, rocks sing, second coming
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