Category Archives: God Adventures

From Upper Room to Global Mission

Posted on June 8, 2025 by Mark Cole

How the Coming of the Holy Spirit Changed Everything Pentecost Sunday marks one of the most powerful and pivotal moments in Christian history—the day the Holy Spirit was poured out on the early believers. What happened in a small upper … Continue reading →

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The Unexpected Rewards of Chasing the Right Things

Posted on May 22, 2025 by Mark Cole

Proverbs 21:21 — “Whoever pursues righteousness and unfailing love will find life, righteousness, and honor.” We live in a world where everyone is chasing something—success, recognition, influence, wealth, happiness. But Proverbs 21:21 offers a very different kind of chase: “Whoever … Continue reading →

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How to Be Confident in God

Posted on May 5, 2025 by Mark Cole

“My heart is confident in You, O God;my heart is confident.No wonder I can sing Your praises!”— Psalm 57:7 (NLT) David’s words in Psalm 57 come from a dark cave, not a mountaintop. He was fleeing for his life, yet … Continue reading →

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Trusting God with Your Whole Heart – Thoughts on Proverbs 3:5-6

Posted on May 3, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart,And lean not on your own understanding;In all your ways acknowledge Him,And He shall direct your paths.” – Proverbs 3:5-6 (NKJV) There’s a verse that has guided me again and again throughout my … Continue reading →

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“Not My Will, But Yours Be Done” — The Power of Surrender

Posted on May 3, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Father, if You are willing, please take this cup of suffering away from Me. Yet I want Your will to be done, not Mine.”— Luke 22:42 (NLT) These are among the most powerful words ever spoken. In the Garden of … Continue reading →

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Live Your Best Life

Posted on May 2, 2025 by Mark Cole

What if God has a better plan for your life than you do? In Psalm 32, David quotes the Lord Himself, offering a promise that stirs hope and quiets fear:“I will guide you along the best pathway for your life. … Continue reading →

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When Angels Show Up

Posted on April 19, 2025 by Mark Cole

Have you ever had a moment in your life when you knew, without a doubt, that God was speaking to you? Maybe it was through Scripture, a word of encouragement, a dream, or a perfectly timed conversation. Throughout Scripture, one … Continue reading →

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Are You Still Making a Difference?

Posted on April 18, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Salt is good for seasoning. But if it loses its flavor, how do you make it salty again? Flavorless salt is good neither for the soil nor for the manure pile. It is thrown away. Anyone with ears to hear … Continue reading →

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The 7 Boldest Prayers in the Bible

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Mark Cole

Prayer isn’t meant to be timid. The Bible is full of bold men and women who dared to ask God for the impossible, the unthinkable, and the deeply personal. These prayers weren’t just wishful thinking—they were anchored in trust, persistence, … Continue reading →

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Living with Faith and Purpose In Your Later Years

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Give Me the Hill Country!” “Today I am eighty-five years old. I am as strong now as I was when Moses sent me on that journey, and I can still travel and fight as well as I could then. So … Continue reading →

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