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When To Keep Your Mouth Shut

Posted on July 4, 2026 by Mark Cole

20 Bible Verses About the Wisdom of Silence “Even fools are thought wise when they keep silent; with their mouths shut, they seem intelligent.” — Proverbs 17:28 One of the greatest marks of spiritual maturity is knowing when not to … Continue reading →

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Sleeping in Chains: What Peter’s Peace Teaches Us About Trusting God

Posted on July 3, 2026 by Mark Cole

“The night before Peter was to be placed on trial, he was asleep, fastened with two chains between two soldiers. Others stood guard at the prison gate. Suddenly, there was a bright light in the cell, and an angel of … Continue reading →

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Following God Wholeheartedly: The Joy and Challenge of Complete Obedience

Posted on July 3, 2026 by Mark Cole

“But my servant Caleb has a different attitude than the others have. He has remained loyal to me, so I will bring him into the land he explored. His descendants will possess their full share of that land.” — Numbers … Continue reading →

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You Don’t Have to Understand Everything

Posted on July 1, 2026 by Mark Cole

Lessons from Ecclesiastes 11:5 “As you do not know the path of the wind, or how the body is formed in a mother’s womb, so you cannot understand the work of God, the Maker of all things.” — Ecclesiastes 11:5 … Continue reading →

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Let Your Words Be Few

Posted on June 29, 2026 by Mark Cole

Learning Reverence in Our Conversations with God “Don’t make rash promises, and don’t be hasty in bringing matters before God. After all, God is in heaven, and you are here on earth. So let your words be few.” — Ecclesiastes … Continue reading →

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Better Together: The Strength of a Triple-Braided Cord

Posted on June 29, 2026 by Mark Cole

Why God Never Intended Us to Walk Alone One of the great lies of our culture is that strength comes from independence. We admire the self-made person, the lone hero, and the individual who seems to need no one else. … Continue reading →

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The Role of Suffering in the New Testament

Posted on June 28, 2026 by Mark Cole

Why God Uses Trials to Shape His People When I read the book of Acts, one statement always causes me to pause. After the dramatic conversion of Saul (later called Paul), God spoke these surprising words to Ananias: “I will … Continue reading →

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12 Lessons From The Book Of Ecclesiastes

Posted on June 28, 2026 by Mark Cole

Finding Meaning in a World That Often Feels Meaningless If you’ve ever wondered, “What is the point of it all?” then you’re not alone. King Solomon wrestled with that very question over 3,000 years ago. The book of Ecclesiastes is … Continue reading →

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8 Tips On Taking Your Sunday Morning Worship to the Next Level

Posted on June 27, 2026 by Mark Cole

I love leading God’s people in worship. I have been privileged to lead worship teams in my home church and around the world for more than forty years. Along the way, God has taught me many valuable lessons. Here are … Continue reading →

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What Does It Mean To Follow The Lord Completely?

Posted on June 27, 2026 by Mark Cole

“And you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, all your soul, all your mind, and all your strength.” — Mark 12:30 One phrase appears repeatedly throughout the Bible, describing men and women who pleased God: They … Continue reading →

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Category Archives: Jesus

When To Keep Your Mouth Shut

Sleeping in Chains: What Peter’s Peace Teaches Us About Trusting God

Following God Wholeheartedly: The Joy and Challenge of Complete Obedience

You Don’t Have to Understand Everything

Let Your Words Be Few

Better Together: The Strength of a Triple-Braided Cord

The Role of Suffering in the New Testament

12 Lessons From The Book Of Ecclesiastes

8 Tips On Taking Your Sunday Morning Worship to the Next Level

What Does It Mean To Follow The Lord Completely?

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