Author Archives: Mark Cole

About Mark Cole

Jesus follower, Husband, Grandfather, Worship Leader, Writer, Pastor, Teacher, Founding Arranger for Praisecharts.com, pickleball player, blogger & outdoor enthusiast.. (biking, hiking, skiing). Twitter: @MarkMCole Facebook: mmcole

Why I Enjoy Using Alexa In My Home

A few years ago, I wasn’t convinced I needed a voice assistant in my home. I’ve lived a full life without one—why start now? But like many things in life, once I gave it a try, I realized it wasn’t … Continue reading →

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Like A Lamb To The Slaughter

“He was led like a lamb to the slaughter…” (Isaiah 53:7) There are moments in Scripture that stop you in your tracks. This is one of them. A lamb doesn’t resist.A lamb doesn’t fight back.A lamb doesn’t even fully understand … Continue reading →

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Clean or Unclean?

It’s one of the oldest questions in the Bible—and one of the most misunderstood. Clean or unclean? In the Old Testament, this question shaped daily life. What you ate, what you touched, where you went, and even who you associated … Continue reading →

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How Jesus Read the Old Testament

Jesus grew up immersed in the Scriptures of Israel. As a Jewish boy, He would have heard the Law and the Prophets read every Sabbath in the synagogue. He likely memorized large portions of them and learned them from an … Continue reading →

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The Darkest Hours That Changed the World

Jesus’ Arrest, Trial, and Crucifixion The arrest, trial, and crucifixion of Jesus were the darkest hours in human history. Yet at the same time, they were the very moments when God’s greatest act of love and redemption unfolded. Everything that … Continue reading →

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Speak the Truth in Love

One of the greatest challenges in relationships is telling the truth. Most people fall into one of two traps. Some people speak the truth—but they do it harshly, bluntly, and without kindness. Others are loving and gentle—but they avoid telling … Continue reading →

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Lessons from Gethsemane

Few moments in the life of Jesus are as sacred and revealing as His prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane. On the night before His crucifixion, Jesus walked with His disciples to this quiet garden on the Mount of Olives. … Continue reading →

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Caleb: A Man Who Followed God Wholeheartedly

Some people start well but fade over time. Others grow cautious, comfortable, and slow down as the years pass. But every once in a while you meet someone who keeps moving forward with faith and courage for their entire life. … Continue reading →

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What Do You Do With Guilt?

Guilt is one of the most powerful emotions a human being can experience. It can sit quietly in the background of our lives, or it can shout loudly in our conscience. Sometimes it whispers at night when everything is quiet. … Continue reading →

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What If God Fought For You?

One of the most comforting ideas in the entire Bible is this: God fights for His people. Many people imagine life as a lonely struggle—us trying our best while God simply watches from heaven. But the Bible presents a very … Continue reading →

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