Category Archives: Healing

Restoring My First Love

Posted on December 23, 2025 by Mark Cole

At 70 years old, I didn’t expect to be saying this—but this past year has been one of the Top 10 years of my life. What makes that even more surprising is how the year began. It didn’t start with … Continue reading →

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Winning the Battle of the Mind: How to Control Negative Thoughts

Posted on December 18, 2025 by Mark Cole

A Biblical Perspective Most spiritual battles are not fought in public. They are fought quietly—between our ears. Negative thoughts don’t announce themselves as enemies. They sound reasonable. Familiar. Even responsible. What if this goes wrong? You’ve failed before. You’re falling … Continue reading →

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The Top 10 Questions Jesus Asked

Posted on December 16, 2025 by Mark Cole

(And Why They Still Confront Us Today) Jesus was a master teacher—but interestingly, He often taught by asking questions rather than giving answers. The Gospels record over 300 questions asked by Jesus. He wasn’t short on truth; He was drawing … Continue reading →

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“Turn Us Again” — A Prayer for Renewal and Rescue

Posted on December 15, 2025 by Mark Cole

Turn us again to Yourself, O Lord God of Heaven’s Armies.Make Your face shine down upon us.Only then will we be saved. – Psalm 80:19 NLT This verse is not a casual request. It’s a desperate, humble, deeply honest prayer. … Continue reading →

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A Day Unlike Any Other: Unpacking the Mystery of Zechariah’s Vision

Posted on December 12, 2025 by Mark Cole

I still remember the first time I read Zechariah 14:6-9. The words felt almost science-fiction strange: a day with no sun or stars, yet flooded with light; evening that refuses to grow dark; rivers of living water pouring out of … Continue reading →

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Living in Love: The Secret to a Growing, Confident Faith

Posted on December 5, 2025 by Mark Cole

1 John 4:16–17 “We know how much God loves us, and we have put our trust in His love.God is love, and all who live in love live in God, and God lives in them.And as we live in God, … 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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Healing Begins With Humility

Posted on December 4, 2025 by Mark Cole

Proverbs 3:7–8 — “Don’t be impressed with your own wisdom.Instead, fear the Lord and turn away from evil.Then you will have healing for your bodyand strength for your bones.” There’s something refreshing about the bluntness of Proverbs. It cuts straight … Continue reading →

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Standing in the Gap: God’s Search for One Faithful Person

Posted on November 24, 2025 by Mark Cole

Insights from Ezekiel 22:30 “I looked for someone who might rebuild the wall of righteousness that guards the land. I searched for someone to stand in the gap in the wall so I wouldn’t have to destroy the land, but … Continue reading →

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Passing the Torch of Faith: Telling the Next Generation the Wonders of God

Posted on November 18, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the greatest responsibilities—and privileges—God gives His people is the calling to pass His truth to the next generation. Psalm 78 captures this beautifully. It’s not merely a suggestion; it’s a divine charge to parents, grandparents, leaders, and every … Continue reading →

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Category Archives: Healing

Restoring My First Love

Winning the Battle of the Mind: How to Control Negative Thoughts

The Top 10 Questions Jesus Asked

“Turn Us Again” — A Prayer for Renewal and Rescue

A Day Unlike Any Other: Unpacking the Mystery of Zechariah’s Vision

Living in Love: The Secret to a Growing, Confident Faith

The River of Healing

Healing Begins With Humility

Standing in the Gap: God’s Search for One Faithful Person

Passing the Torch of Faith: Telling the Next Generation the Wonders of God

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