Category Archives: Family

Remembering My Friend, Dan Burr

Posted on November 16, 2025 by Mark Cole

Some friendships shape the course of your life in ways you only fully appreciate much later. For me, one of those friendships was with Dan Burr. We grew up together at Glad Tidings Church, navigating our teenage years, early adulthood, … Continue reading →

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Alphabet Bible Quotes for Kids: A-Z

Posted on November 15, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the greatest gifts we can give our children and grandchildren is a love for God’s Word. I recently watched a video where a father went through the alphabet with his daughter, and for every letter she recited a … Continue reading →

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The Power of Encouragement and Community

Posted on November 5, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works.And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do,but encourage one another, especially now that the day of His return is drawing … Continue reading →

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Rejoice in the Wife of Your Youth: A Lifelong Love Story

Posted on November 5, 2025 by Mark Cole

Let your wife be a fountain of blessing for you. Rejoice in the wife of your youth. May you always be captivated by her love. (Proverbs 5:18-19, NLT) In an age where love is often seen as fleeting, where relationships … Continue reading →

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7 Benefits of Wisdom

Posted on November 3, 2025 by Mark Cole

The book of Proverbs begins with this invitation: “Getting wisdom is the wisest thing you can do! And whatever else you do, develop good judgment” (Proverbs 4:7 NLT). Wisdom isn’t just knowledge — it’s the skill of living well. It’s … Continue reading →

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The Strength and Beauty of the Proverbs 31 Woman

Posted on November 1, 2025 by Mark Cole

Few passages in Scripture are as celebrated—and sometimes misunderstood—as Proverbs 31:10–31. Often called “The Virtuous Woman” or “The Wife of Noble Character,” this woman embodies wisdom, strength, and godliness in action. But Proverbs 31 is not simply a checklist for … Continue reading →

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What Does the Bible Says About Masculinity?

Posted on October 30, 2025 by Mark Cole

Our society often sends mixed messages about what it means to be a man. Some celebrate toughness and dominance; others dismiss masculinity altogether as something to be suspicious of. But the Bible offers a much richer, healthier picture—one that’s not … Continue reading →

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When God Provides a Husband

Posted on October 28, 2025 by Mark Cole

Throughout Scripture, we see a beautiful thread of God’s providence weaving people together at just the right time, for just the right purpose. Love stories in the Bible aren’t just about romance—they’re about God’s guidance, timing, and purpose. When God … Continue reading →

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How To Make Heaven More Crowded

Posted on October 24, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the greatest callings every follower of Jesus shares is this: to make Heaven more crowded. That phrase captures the heart of the Great Commission — Jesus’ command to “go and make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:19). It … Continue reading →

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Backward or Forward: The Choice Is Ours

Posted on October 21, 2025 by Mark Cole

In Jeremiah 7, God’s heart is on full display. He reminds His people of the simple yet profound covenant that defined their relationship: “Obey Me, and I will be your God, and you will be My people. Do everything as … Continue reading →

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Category Archives: Family

Remembering My Friend, Dan Burr

Alphabet Bible Quotes for Kids: A-Z

The Power of Encouragement and Community

Rejoice in the Wife of Your Youth: A Lifelong Love Story

7 Benefits of Wisdom

The Strength and Beauty of the Proverbs 31 Woman

What Does the Bible Says About Masculinity?

When God Provides a Husband

How To Make Heaven More Crowded

Backward or Forward: The Choice Is Ours

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