Category Archives: Holy Spirit

Thank You for Supporting Our Missions Trip to Albania

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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Anchored in the Word: Lessons from Psalm 119

“Your word is a lamp to guide my feet and a light for my path.” – Psalm 119:105 Psalm 119 is the longest chapter in the Bible—176 verses of passionate devotion to God’s Word. At first glance, it might seem … Continue reading →

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Thriving Under Pressure: Lessons from Thessalonica

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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Closer Than You Think

There’s a beautiful moment in Acts 17 where the Apostle Paul stands in the cultural and intellectual center of Athens and speaks to a crowd of thinkers, philosophers, and spiritual seekers. In his message, he says this: “His purpose was … Continue reading →

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Lessons from Paul’s Journeys: Faith on the Move

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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Christ in Me: My New Identity

Verse: “My old self has been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ lives in me. So I live in this earthly body by trusting in the Son of God, who loved me and gave … Continue reading →

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Olive Oil: Lessons from Italy

As I write this, I’m in Southern Italy—land of sun-kissed hills, ancient olive groves, and generous meals drenched in rich, golden olive oil. Here, olive oil isn’t just food; it’s culture, heritage, and story. It’s on every table, poured generously … Continue reading →

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He Fills My Life with Good Things

Psalm 103:1–5 (NLT)Let all that I am praise the Lord;with my whole heart, I will praise His holy name.Let all that I am praise the Lord;may I never forget the good things He does for me.He forgives all my sinsand … Continue reading →

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God Uses All Kinds: Even the Ornery and Cantankerous

I just finished reading the book of Jonah again. What a strange, short, and powerful story. Let’s be honest—Jonah wasn’t exactly a model of godliness or cheerfulness. He was ornery. Cantankerous. Resistant. He ran from God, reluctantly obeyed, and then … Continue reading →

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Prayer That Produces Results

Reflections from a Patio in PalermoBy Mark Cole This morning, as I sit on an outdoor patio in beautiful Palermo, Italy, with the sounds of scooters in the distance and the warm Mediterranean sun slowly rising, I find myself reading … Continue reading →

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