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

Generosity: A Lifestyle That Stands Firm

Isaiah 32:8 says, “But generous people plan to do what is generous, and they stand firm in their generosity.” This verse captures something profound about generosity: it’s not accidental, it’s intentional. 1. Generosity is Planned Notice that Isaiah says generous … Continue reading →

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The Mindset That Leads to Peace

The Battle in the Mind Peace often feels hard to find in our world. We live with constant noise—news updates, social media, endless notifications, and conversations that leave us drained. Many of us long for peace, but our minds are … Continue reading →

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Praise in the Middle of Pain

“Yet You are holy, enthroned on the praises of Israel.” – Psalm 22:3 Psalm 22 begins with one of the most agonizing cries in all of Scripture: “My God, My God, why have You forsaken me?” (v. 1). These words … Continue reading →

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The Blessing In Waiting

“So the Lord must wait for you to come to Him so He can show you His love and compassion.For the Lord is a faithful God.Blessed are those who wait for His help.” (Isaiah 30:18, NLT) One of the most … Continue reading →

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Fresh Joy for the Humble

“The humble will be filled with fresh joy from the Lord. The poor will rejoice in the Holy One of Israel.” — Isaiah 29:19 There is something beautiful about God’s upside-down kingdom. In a culture that often celebrates strength, wealth, … Continue reading →

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How God Builds Our Faith One Step at a Time

Isaiah 28:10 says: “He tells us everything over and over—one line at a time,one line at a time,a little here,and a little there!” This verse reminds us that spiritual growth is not instant. God builds our faith patiently—one step at … Continue reading →

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Standing Strong in God’s Armour

Life often feels like a battle. Some days it’s the weight of temptation. Other days it’s discouragement, doubt, or spiritual opposition that presses hard against us. Paul reminds us in Ephesians 6 that we are not in a casual stroll—we … Continue reading →

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Stand Strong in the Lord

Paul’s words in Ephesians 6:10–11 are a call to every believer: “Be strong in the Lord and in His mighty power. Put on all of God’s armor so that you will be able to stand firm against all strategies of … Continue reading →

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The Silent Sermon of Creation

The heavens proclaim the glory of God.The skies display His craftsmanship.Day after day they continue to speak;night after night they make Him known.They speak without a sound or word;their voice is never heard.Yet their message has gone throughout the earth,and … Continue reading →

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Love and Respect: God’s Blueprint for Marriage

Paul’s words in Ephesians 5 are among the most profound and practical truths about marriage ever written: “So again I say, each man must love his wife as he loves himself, and the wife must respect her husband.” (Ephesians 5:33 … Continue reading →

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