Category Archives: Church

Why I Went to University (Even When My Pastor Said Not To)

Posted on August 5, 2025 by Mark Cole

“The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord.” – Psalm 37:23 When I was 17, I sat across from my pastor, looking for guidance. University was on my heart, and I wanted spiritual counsel about my next … Continue reading →

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Living Ready: Our Attitude Toward the Second Coming

Posted on August 1, 2025 by Mark Cole

“For you know quite well that the day of the Lord’s return will come unexpectedly, like a thief in the night.”— 1 Thessalonians 5:2 (NLT) From the earliest days of the church, believers have lived in anticipation of Christ’s return. … Continue reading →

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Thank You for Supporting Our Missions Trip to Albania

Posted on July 29, 2025 by Mark Cole

Anna and I want to say a heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported our recent missions trip to Albania—whether through financial giving, prayer, or words of encouragement. We are so grateful for your partnership! The trip was truly impactful, … Continue reading →

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Thriving Under Pressure: Lessons from Thessalonica

Posted on July 28, 2025 by Mark Cole

When Paul wrote to the church in Thessalonica, he wasn’t just writing theology—he was writing to dear friends, young believers who had chosen Christ in the face of serious opposition. Their faith was fresh, their church was new, and their … Continue reading →

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What Really Matters

Posted on July 22, 2025 by Mark Cole

Life is full of distractions. We are constantly bombarded by opinions, choices, pressures, and expectations. Our calendars fill up. Our minds spin. Our hearts get tugged in a dozen directions. So when Paul says, “I want you to understand what … Continue reading →

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The Letter Signed by Slaves

Posted on July 22, 2025 by Mark Cole

As I opened the book of Philippians this morning, the very first phrase gave me pause:“This letter is from Paul and Timothy, slaves of Christ Jesus.” What a startling way to open a letter. Not “apostles,” not “church planters,” not … Continue reading →

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Lessons from Paul’s Journeys: Faith on the Move

Posted on July 20, 2025 by Mark Cole

The book of Acts reads like a missionary adventure story—especially when we follow the life of the Apostle Paul. Shipwrecks, riots, jail cells, public sermons, private conversations, miracles, and conversions. But beneath the action-packed surface lies a deep well of … Continue reading →

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When You Feel Like Quitting, Remember This

Posted on July 19, 2025 by Mark Cole

“So let’s not get tired of doing what is good. At just the right time we will reap a harvest of blessing if we don’t give up.” – Galatians 6:9 (NLT) We all know what it feels like to grow … Continue reading →

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How to Win the Inner Battles

Posted on July 18, 2025 by Mark Cole

Every one of us fights private battles—internal struggles that few people see but all of us feel. Paul describes this daily war in Galatians 5 as a conflict between our sinful nature and the Holy Spirit: “The sinful nature wants … Continue reading →

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What to Do With Bad News

Posted on July 18, 2025 by Mark Cole

“After Hezekiah received the letter from the messengers and read it, he went up to the Lord’s Temple and spread it out before the Lord. And Hezekiah prayed this prayer before the Lord…” — 2 Kings 19:14-15 What do you … Continue reading →

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