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10 Christian Conversations You Should Have Before Engagement

Posted on April 9, 2026 by Mark Cole

Getting engaged is exciting. Love is growing, dreams are forming, and the future feels wide open. But before you make that lifelong commitment, you need more than chemistry—you need clarity. Strong marriages are built on honest, sometimes uncomfortable conversations. If … Continue reading →

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The Harvest

Posted on April 9, 2026 by Mark Cole

Jesus once made a powerful and sobering statement: “The harvest is great, but the workers are few.” Those words are just as true today as when He first spoke them. All around us, there is a harvest—people searching for hope, … Continue reading →

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Don’t Be Afraid

Posted on April 9, 2026 by Mark Cole

Fear is one of the most common human experiences—and one of the most limiting. It whispers worst-case scenarios, magnifies obstacles, and quietly erodes faith. Yet throughout Scripture, one command is repeated again and again: “Do not be afraid.” That’s not … Continue reading →

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The Day The Sun Stood Still

Posted on April 9, 2026 by Mark Cole

There are moments in Scripture that stretch our understanding—moments where God steps into human history in such a dramatic way that we are forced to pause and ask, Who is this God we serve? One of those moments is found … Continue reading →

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Wisdom

Posted on April 8, 2026 by Mark Cole

Wisdom is one of the most valuable things a person can pursue—and one of the most misunderstood. We often confuse wisdom with knowledge. But knowledge is simply knowing facts. Wisdom is knowing what to do with them. You can be … Continue reading →

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How Does God Direct Our Lives?

Posted on April 8, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most important questions we ask is: How does God actually lead me? We all want clarity. We want to know we’re making the right decisions, walking the right path, and not missing His voice. Here’s the truth: … Continue reading →

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Building a Memorial: Remembering What God Has Done

Posted on April 7, 2026 by Mark Cole

Lessons from Crossing the Jordan River – Joshua 3–4 One of the most powerful moments in Israel’s history comes when they finally step into the Promised Land. After 40 years in the wilderness, God brings them to the Jordan River … Continue reading →

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Lessons From Joshua: How God Leads Us Into Victory

Posted on April 7, 2026 by Mark Cole

The book of Book of Joshua shows us how God brings His people into His promises—but not without challenge, discipline, and deep dependence on Him. Before any battles were fought, God gave Joshua a clear command. It wasn’t about military … Continue reading →

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The Things God Loves

Posted on April 6, 2026 by Mark Cole

If we only focus on what God hates, we can drift into a heavy, performance-based mindset. But when we see what God loves, something different happens—our hearts are drawn toward Him. God doesn’t just remove sin—He forms Christ in us. … Continue reading →

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What Is The Condition of Your Heart?

Posted on April 4, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of Jesus’ most searching and timeless teachings is the Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13:1–23). It is simple on the surface, yet deeply penetrating when you stop and reflect on it. A farmer goes out to sow seed. The … Continue reading →

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Category Archives: Leadership

10 Christian Conversations You Should Have Before Engagement

The Harvest

Don’t Be Afraid

The Day The Sun Stood Still

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How Does God Direct Our Lives?

Building a Memorial: Remembering What God Has Done

Lessons From Joshua: How God Leads Us Into Victory

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