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When God Stirs The Heart

Posted on December 5, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the most beautiful phrases in the book of Ezra is this: “He stirred the heart of Cyrus…” (Ezra 1:1). God moved the heart of a pagan king—Cyrus—to accomplish His purpose and send His people back to Jerusalem to … Continue reading →

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The River of Healing

Posted on December 4, 2025 by Mark Cole

Ezekiel 47:1–12 gives us one of the most beautiful pictures of spiritual renewal in the entire Bible: a river flowing from the Temple, growing deeper and deeper, bringing life and healing everywhere it goes. It is a reminder that God’s … Continue reading →

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Water Baptism: A Step of Obedience, Identity, and New Life

Posted on December 3, 2025 by Mark Cole

Water baptism is one of the most beautiful moments in a believer’s journey. It’s simple—a person goes into the water and comes back out. But spiritually, it’s rich with meaning. Baptism is not just a ceremony, a symbol, or a … Continue reading →

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What Modern Believers Can Learn from Ezekiel’s “Most Holy Place”

Posted on December 1, 2025 by Mark Cole

As I’ve been reading through Ezekiel, I’ve been reminded again how much the Old Testament temple teaches us about the character of God. Ezekiel 41 gives a detailed, almost architectural description of the Most Holy Place—the innermost sanctuary where God’s … Continue reading →

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From Spectators to Worshippers: Inviting People Into True Participation

Posted on November 29, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the greatest lessons I’ve learned—first as a choir director and now as a worship leader—is this: the real power in worship isn’t in what the platform does… it’s in what the people do. A choir can sound incredible. … Continue reading →

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The Power of Gratitude and Being Thankful

Posted on November 28, 2025 by Mark Cole

Gratitude is one of the most life-giving habits that any of us can cultivate. It’s more than good manners or a positive personality trait—it’s a spiritual posture that opens our heart to God, strengthens our relationships, improves our mental and … Continue reading →

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10 Blessings of Using Your Gift to Serve

Posted on November 27, 2025 by Mark Cole

Every follower of Jesus has been entrusted with gifts—spiritual, practical, musical, relational, organizational, and countless others. God never hands out these gifts randomly. He places them in us with purpose, expecting us to invest them, not bury them. And when … Continue reading →

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The Joy of Using Your Gift for Others

Posted on November 27, 2025 by Mark Cole

“God has given each of you a gift from His great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another.” — 1 Peter 4:10 (NLT) One of the greatest privileges of following Jesus is discovering that God has … Continue reading →

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Are We Sinners or Redeemed? Understanding a Tension at the Heart of the Christian Life

Posted on November 26, 2025 by Mark Cole

At a recent dinner with friends, a lively conversation broke out after someone mentioned a pastor who had fallen morally. One person immediately said, “Well, we’re all sinners,” while another responded, “No—we’re redeemed! We’re not sinners anymore.” Both statements sounded … Continue reading →

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Honouring Our Wives: A Call Every Christian Husband Must Take Seriously

Posted on November 26, 2025 by Mark Cole

1 Peter 3:7 — “Husbands must give honor to your wives. Treat your wife with understanding as you live together. She may be weaker than you are, but she is your equal partner in God’s gift of new life. Treat … Continue reading →

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Category Archives: Church

When God Stirs The Heart

The River of Healing

Water Baptism: A Step of Obedience, Identity, and New Life

What Modern Believers Can Learn from Ezekiel’s “Most Holy Place”

From Spectators to Worshippers: Inviting People Into True Participation

The Power of Gratitude and Being Thankful

10 Blessings of Using Your Gift to Serve

The Joy of Using Your Gift for Others

Are We Sinners or Redeemed? Understanding a Tension at the Heart of the Christian Life

Honouring Our Wives: A Call Every Christian Husband Must Take Seriously

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