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

How the World Will Recognize Followers of Jesus

On the night before the cross, Jesus gave His disciples a simple but revolutionary command: “So now I am giving you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other. Your love … Continue reading

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When the King Became a Servant

One of the most powerful pictures of Jesus in the Bible is not Him preaching to crowds, healing the sick, or calming storms. It is Jesus kneeling on the floor with a towel and a basin of water, washing the … Continue reading

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Overcoming Temptation

Temptation is not a sign that something is wrong with you. It is part of being human. Even Jesus was tempted. The difference is not whether temptation comes, but how we respond when it does. Temptation often shows up quietly. … Continue reading

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Why Music Mattered in the Life of Jesus

Music was not a small part of life in Bible times. It was woven into worship, celebrations, family gatherings, national feasts, and everyday life. And when we look at the life of Jesus Christ, we discover that music played an … Continue reading

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How Jesus Handled Betrayal

Few things hurt more deeply than betrayal.A trusted friend lies to you.A spouse becomes unfaithful.A church member turns against you.Someone you sacrificed for walks away. Jesus understands betrayal more than anyone. He was betrayed by one of His closest followers, … Continue reading

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Raising Children God’s Way

Raising children is one of the greatest joys and one of the greatest responsibilities God gives us. Children are not interruptions to life—they are gifts from God, entrusted to us for a season. The Bible has a great deal to … Continue reading

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Overcoming Fear

Fear is one of the most powerful emotions in the human heart. It can keep us awake at night, steal our peace, weaken our faith, and stop us from stepping into the future God has for us. Fear whispers things … Continue reading

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The Joy of Being Forgiven

There are few greater feelings in life than being forgiven. When guilt is lifted… when shame is removed… when a relationship is restored… something inside us comes alive again. That is the heart of Psalm 32. This beautiful Psalm was … Continue reading

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“The Spirit Is Willing, But the Body Is Weak”

One of the most honest statements Jesus ever made about human nature was spoken in the Garden of Gethsemane just before His arrest: “Keep watch and pray, so that you will not give in to temptation. For the spirit is … Continue reading

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Lessons From David and Bathsheba

Few stories in the Bible are as honest, painful, and sobering as the story of David and Bathsheba. It is a story of temptation, adultery, deception, abuse of power, tragedy, repentance, and ultimately, the mercy of God. David was called … Continue reading

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