Category Archives: Church

He Gave His Life So We Could Read the Bible

Posted on June 29, 2025 by Mark Cole

Few people in history have shaped the English-speaking world as profoundly as William Tyndale. He was not a king, a general, or a wealthy nobleman, but a humble scholar and priest with a burning passion for God’s Word. Tyndale believed … Continue reading →

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Hagia Sophia: A Bittersweet Visit to a Once-Great Church

Posted on June 25, 2025 by Mark Cole

Yesterday, I walked through the doors of one of the world’s most famous landmarks: the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul. As I stood beneath its magnificent dome, I couldn’t help but feel a mix of wonder—and deep sadness. This was once … Continue reading →

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What Is the Glory of God? A Martyr’s Final Vision

Posted on June 24, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Stephen, full of the Holy Spirit, gazed steadily into heaven and saw the glory of God, and he saw Jesus standing in the place of honor at God’s right hand.”— Acts 7:55 (NLT) It’s one of the most powerful moments … Continue reading →

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The Amazing Growth of the Church: A Global Miracle

Posted on June 22, 2025 by Mark Cole

Despite reports that religion is declining in some parts of the world, the truth is this: the church of Jesus is growing—powerfully and rapidly. From remote villages in Africa to bustling cities in Asia and hidden house churches in the … Continue reading →

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When Less is More: Living a Generous Life

Posted on June 22, 2025 by Mark Cole

We live in a culture that often teaches us to get more, achieve more, own more, and climb higher. It’s easy to fall into a mindset that equates success with accumulation. Yet, Proverbs 21:26 offers a striking contrast between two … Continue reading →

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A Sobering Lesson from Ananias and Sapphira

Posted on June 20, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the most sobering passages in the Book of Acts comes from Acts 5:1–11, the story of Ananias and Sapphira. At first glance, it seems harsh—two people fall dead in church after a financial deception. But when we look … Continue reading →

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Boldness in the Face of Opposition

Posted on June 19, 2025 by Mark Cole

“O Lord, hear their threats, and give us, Your servants, great boldness in preaching Your word. Stretch out Your hand with healing power; may miraculous signs and wonders be done through the name of Your holy servant Jesus.”After this prayer, … Continue reading →

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More Than Pentecost: When Believers Spoke in Other Languages

Posted on June 15, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the most amazing moments in Scripture is found in Acts 2. The Holy Spirit is poured out, and suddenly: “Everyone present was filled with the Holy Spirit and began speaking in other languages, as the Holy Spirit gave … Continue reading →

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The Final Words of Jesus: Our Mission and Power Today

Posted on June 14, 2025 by Mark Cole

Before Jesus ascended into heaven, He left His disciples—and us—with a powerful final instruction. Acts 1:8 records it: “But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you. And you will be My witnesses, telling people about Me … Continue reading →

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I Work for a Global Enterprise

Posted on June 12, 2025 by Mark Cole

What do you say when someone asks, “What do you do for a living?” I once heard a Reverend answer this question with a twinkle in his eye,“I work for a global enterprise. We have branches in nearly every country … Continue reading →

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