Category Archives: Jesus

Trusting in God’s Provision When Resources Run Dry

“For this is what the Lord, the God of Israel, says: There will always be flour and olive oil left in your containers until the time when the Lord sends rain and the crops grow again!“— 1 Kings 17:14 (NLT) … Continue reading

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Why Is Worshiping God Important?

One of the deepest questions we can ask as believers is this: Why is worshiping God important? It’s more than just singing on a Sunday. Worship is central to our walk with God. It shapes who we are and connects … Continue reading

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10 Ways to Grow Your Church

Biblical and Historical Strategies for Kingdom Impact Church growth is not a modern concept—it’s a deeply biblical one. From the book of Acts to the great revivals of history, we see a consistent pattern: when God’s people align with His … Continue reading

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Let the Children Come: Why Children’s Ministry Matters More Than Ever

By Mark Cole | Albania | July 2025 “Let the little children come to me. Don’t stop them! For the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to those who are like these children.”—Jesus (Matthew 19:14 NLT) I’m writing this from Albania, where … Continue reading

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Worship Leader Weekly Checklist

Daily (Spiritual Preparation & Heart Health) Monday or Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday or Saturday Sunday Morning After the Service

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Peace in the Twists and Turns of Life

Life Doesn’t Always Follow a Straight Line We all love straight roads—clear, smooth, and predictable. But life isn’t always like that. Often, our journey includes detours, delays, unexpected bends, and crooked paths we never saw coming. The writer of Ecclesiastes … Continue reading

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He Gave His Life So We Could Read the Bible

Few people in history have shaped the English-speaking world as profoundly as William Tyndale. He was not a king, a general, or a wealthy nobleman, but a humble scholar and priest with a burning passion for God’s Word. Tyndale believed … Continue reading

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Stronger Together: The Power of God-Given Relationships

“A person standing alone can be attacked and defeated,but two can stand back-to-back and conquer.Three are even better, for a triple-braided cord is not easily broken.”—Ecclesiastes 4:12 (NLT) There’s something deeply powerful about companionship. From the very beginning, God said, … Continue reading

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Ecclesiastes: Finding Meaning in a World That Can’t Satisfy

The book of Ecclesiastes stands like a quiet, reflective voice in the middle of the Bible—a voice that doesn’t shout with triumph, but one that wrestles honestly with the complexities of life. It’s often surprising, even unsettling, with its famous … Continue reading

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Hagia Sophia: A Bittersweet Visit to a Once-Great Church

Yesterday, I walked through the doors of one of the world’s most famous landmarks: the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul. As I stood beneath its magnificent dome, I couldn’t help but feel a mix of wonder—and deep sadness. This was once … Continue reading

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