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12 Lessons From The Book Of Ecclesiastes

Posted on June 28, 2026 by Mark Cole

Finding Meaning in a World That Often Feels Meaningless If you’ve ever wondered, “What is the point of it all?” then you’re not alone. King Solomon wrestled with that very question over 3,000 years ago. The book of Ecclesiastes is … Continue reading →

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8 Tips On Taking Your Sunday Morning Worship to the Next Level

Posted on June 27, 2026 by Mark Cole

I love leading God’s people in worship. I have been privileged to lead worship teams in my home church and around the world for more than forty years. Along the way, God has taught me many valuable lessons. Here are … Continue reading →

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What Does It Mean To Follow The Lord Completely?

Posted on June 27, 2026 by Mark Cole

“And you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, all your mind, and all your strength.” — Mark 12:30 One phrase appears repeatedly throughout the Bible, describing men and women who pleased God: They … Continue reading →

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The Paradox of Solomon: When Wisdom Is Not Enough

Posted on June 26, 2026 by Mark Cole

How the wisest man who ever lived drifted away from God—and what his life teaches us today. Few lives in Scripture are as inspiring—and as tragic—as the life of Solomon. He began with extraordinary promise. He inherited the throne of … Continue reading →

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Obedience: The Forgotten Path to God’s Best

Posted on June 26, 2026 by Mark Cole

What the New Testament Teaches About Following Jesus Obedience is not a popular word today. Our culture celebrates independence, self-expression, and doing whatever feels right. Many people assume that Christianity is simply about believing certain truths or attending church occasionally. … Continue reading →

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10 Lessons From Psalm 145

Posted on June 25, 2026 by Mark Cole

“I will exalt You, my God and King, and praise Your name forever and ever.” — Psalm 145:1 Psalm 145 is one of the most beautiful praise psalms in the Bible. Written by King David, it is the last psalm … Continue reading →

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Stephen: Lessons from the Life and Death of the First Christian Martyr

Posted on June 25, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Lord, don’t charge them with this sin.” — Acts 7:60 Stephen appears only briefly in the book of Acts, but his life and death left a lasting mark on the early church. His story occupies only a few chapters, yet … Continue reading →

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8 Lessons From Solomon’s Temple That Still Matter Today

Posted on June 25, 2026 by Mark Cole

“The whole building, as it was being built, was made of stone prepared at the quarry, and there was neither hammer nor axe nor any iron tool heard in the temple while it was being built.” — 1 Kings 6:7 … Continue reading →

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Created in God’s Image: What It Means and Why It Matters

Posted on June 24, 2026 by Mark Cole

“So God created human beings in His own image. In the image of God He created them; male and female He created them.” (Genesis 1:27) Few truths in the Bible are more profound than the declaration that human beings are … Continue reading →

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What Is Faith?

Posted on June 23, 2026 by Mark Cole

The Foundation of the Christian Life Few words are used more often in Christian circles than the word faith. We sing about it, preach about it, pray for it, and are told that we cannot please God without it. Yet … Continue reading →

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Category Archives: Bible

12 Lessons From The Book Of Ecclesiastes

8 Tips On Taking Your Sunday Morning Worship to the Next Level

What Does It Mean To Follow The Lord Completely?

The Paradox of Solomon: When Wisdom Is Not Enough

Obedience: The Forgotten Path to God’s Best

10 Lessons From Psalm 145

Stephen: Lessons from the Life and Death of the First Christian Martyr

8 Lessons From Solomon’s Temple That Still Matter Today

What Is Faith?

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