Category Archives: Bible

“The Joy of the Lord Is Your Strength” (Nehemiah 8:10)

Posted on December 27, 2025 by Mark Cole

Few verses are quoted more often—and understood less—than Nehemiah’s famous words: “Don’t be dejected and sad, for the joy of the Lord is your strength!” This wasn’t a motivational slogan. It was spoken into a moment of deep conviction, exhaustion, … Continue reading →

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“So My God Gave Me the Idea”

Posted on December 27, 2025 by Mark Cole

Learning to Recognize God’s Guidance from the Life of Nehemiah While reading the book of Nehemiah, one short phrase jumped off the page and grabbed my attention: “So my God gave me the idea…” (Nehemiah 7:5, NLT) It’s a simple … Continue reading →

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The Danger of Universalism: If “Everyone Goes to Heaven,” Why Did Jesus Die?

Posted on December 26, 2025 by Mark Cole

In recent years, the belief known as universalism—the idea that everyone ultimately goes to heaven regardless of faith, repentance, or response to Christ—has become increasingly popular. It is often presented as compassionate, hopeful, and more loving than traditional Christian teaching. … Continue reading →

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Understanding Revelation 17: The Fall of a Seductive World System

Posted on December 26, 2025 by Mark Cole

Revelation 17 is one of the most vivid and symbol-heavy chapters in the Bible. At first glance, it can feel confusing, even unsettling. But like the rest of Revelation, its purpose is not to frighten faithful believers—it is to unmask … Continue reading →

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What Did Jesus Say About Money?

Posted on December 26, 2025 by Mark Cole

Few topics are addressed as directly—and as often—by Jesus as money. In fact, Jesus spoke more about money and possessions than about heaven or hell. Why? Because He understood something we often resist admitting: money has a unique power to … Continue reading →

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Why People All Over the Earth Celebrate the Birth of Jesus

Posted on December 25, 2025 by Mark Cole

Every year, across continents and cultures, billions of people pause to celebrate the birth of Jesus. From candlelit cathedrals to simple homes, from grand concerts to quiet family gatherings, Christmas is marked in ways both joyful and reverent. But why … Continue reading →

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“Peace on Earth to Those With Whom God Is Pleased”

Posted on December 25, 2025 by Mark Cole

Few phrases in the Christmas story are quoted more often—and misunderstood more—than the angels’ declaration in Luke 2: “Glory to God in the highest heaven,and on earth peace to those with whom God is pleased.” At first glance, it sounds … Continue reading →

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Lessons We Can Learn from the Life of Nehemiah

Posted on December 25, 2025 by Mark Cole

The book of Nehemiah is not just a story about rebuilding a wall—it is a masterclass in leadership, prayer, courage, and faithfulness. Nehemiah was not a prophet or a priest. He was a cupbearer serving in the court of a … Continue reading →

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The Four Songs of Christmas

Posted on December 25, 2025 by Mark Cole

How God Announced the Coming of Jesus Through Worship The Christmas story is not only told through angels, shepherds, and a manger—it is sung. Before Jesus ever speaks a word, heaven and earth break into song. Luke’s Gospel, in particular, … Continue reading →

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The Night God Came Near

Posted on December 24, 2025 by Mark Cole

Luke 2 tells one of the most familiar stories in Scripture. Because we’ve heard it so often, it’s easy to miss how startling it really is. This is not just the birth of a baby—it is the moment God stepped … Continue reading →

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