Category Archives: Bible

Forgetting What’s Behind and Playing the Next Point

Posted on September 12, 2025 by Mark Cole

Roger Federer, one of the greatest tennis players of all time, revealed something surprising about his career: though he won nearly 80% of his matches, he won only about 54% of the points he ever played. That means almost half … Continue reading →

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Compelled by the Spirit: Following God’s Leading

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Paul felt compelled by the Spirit to go over to Macedonia and Achaia before going to Jerusalem. ‘And after that,’ he said, ‘I must go on to Rome!’” — Acts 19:21 One of the most remarkable aspects of the Apostle … Continue reading →

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Skill and Heart: Lessons from the Levites

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Mark Cole

Scripture:“Each day the Levites and priests sang to the Lord, accompanied by loud instruments. Hezekiah encouraged all the Levites regarding the skill they displayed as they served the Lord.” (2 Chronicles 30:21–22) Worship leaders often wrestle with the balance between … Continue reading →

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Chosen to Stand in His Presence

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Mark Cole

“The Lord has chosen you to stand in His presence, to minister to Him, and to lead the people in worship and present offerings to Him.” What an incredible calling! This verse, originally spoken to the priests of Israel, beautifully … Continue reading →

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God Is Building His Church

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Mark Cole

“I will build My church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” — Matthew 16:18 When Jesus first spoke these words to His disciples, they were not yet a movement, an organization, or a global force. They … Continue reading →

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The Blessing That Brings No Sorrow

Posted on September 10, 2025 by Mark Cole

“The blessing of the Lord makes a person rich, and he adds no sorrow with it.”— Proverbs 10:22 (NLT) We live in a culture where wealth and success are sometimes pursued at any cost. People sacrifice health, family, friendships, even … Continue reading →

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When God Seems Far Away

Posted on September 10, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Why, Lord, do you stand far off? Why do you hide yourself in times of trouble?”— Psalm 10:1 We’ve all had moments where it feels like God is distant. Trouble comes, the wicked seem to thrive, and we wonder: Where … Continue reading →

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7 Benefits of Being Filled With The Holy Spirit

Posted on September 10, 2025 by Mark Cole

What does it mean to be filled with the Holy Spirit? A simple definition is this: ‘A follower of Jesus empowered to live the life God intended for them by submitting to the presence, power and purpose of the Holy Spirit in their lives.’ Continue reading →

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What Does the Bible Teach About Modesty?

Posted on September 9, 2025 by Mark Cole

When most people hear the word modesty, they immediately think about clothing. But in Scripture, modesty goes much deeper than outward appearance. It’s about the heart, humility, and the way we present ourselves before God and others. Let’s look at … Continue reading →

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Are You Successful?

Posted on September 9, 2025 by Mark Cole

Success is one of the most misunderstood words in our world today. We often measure it by wealth, titles, possessions, influence, or achievements. Yet when we look at the Bible, we discover that God defines success very differently. Scripture challenges … Continue reading →

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