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Building Faith That Outlives Us

Posted on December 14, 2025 by Mark Cole

Psalm 78:4 “We will not hide these truths from our children;we will tell the next generationabout the glorious deeds of the Lord,about His power and His mighty wonders.” One of the sobering realities of Scripture is this: faith does not … Continue reading →

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Why Some Musicians Age Out of Ministry (and How Not To)

Posted on December 13, 2025 by Mark Cole

I’m 70 years old and still serving as an active musician and leader in the local church. Over the years, I’ve watched something happen—quietly, gradually, and far too often. Some gifted church musicians don’t leave ministry because they lose ability.They … Continue reading →

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Revelation 5 — The Lion Who Is a Lamb

Posted on December 13, 2025 by Mark Cole

Revelation chapter 5 is one of the most breathtaking scenes in all of Scripture. It pulls back the curtain of heaven and shows us who is truly worthy, who holds history, and why worship sits at the center of everything. … Continue reading →

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Shepherds: The Good and the Bad

Posted on December 11, 2025 by Mark Cole

Lessons from Zechariah 11 Zechariah 11 is one of the most dramatic and sobering chapters in the Old Testament. In it, the prophet is commanded by God to act out two symbolic roles: first as a good but rejected shepherd … Continue reading →

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The Foundation We Can’t Afford to Ignore

Posted on December 10, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Fear of the Lord is the foundation of wisdom.Knowledge of the Holy One results in good judgment.” — Proverbs 9:10 Every building has a foundation. And the strength of that building is never better than what it’s built on. Proverbs … Continue reading →

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What Changed? Why Old Testament Believers Were Filled With the Spirit but Didn’t Speak in Tongues

Posted on December 9, 2025 by Mark Cole

If you’ve ever read your Bible from Genesis to Acts, you eventually notice something curious:People were filled with the Spirit in the Old Testament… yet none of them spoke in tongues.But once you reach the Book of Acts, everything changes. … Continue reading →

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No Greater Joy Than Seeing Our Children Walk in Truth

Posted on December 8, 2025 by Mark Cole

There are some verses in Scripture that hit differently as the years go by. John’s words in 3 John 1:4 are one of them: “I could have no greater joy than to hear that my children are following the truth.” … Continue reading →

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The Quiet Power of an Early Morning: How a Simple Rhythm Can Transform Your Life

Posted on December 7, 2025 by Mark Cole

There’s a growing conversation today about the benefits of waking up early and taking a few quiet minutes for meditation. Some claim it increases longevity, deepens mental health, strengthens focus, and improves overall quality of life. The science is encouraging … 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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When God Stirs The Heart

Posted on December 5, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the most beautiful phrases in the book of Ezra is this: “He stirred the heart of Cyrus…” (Ezra 1:1). God moved the heart of a pagan king—Cyrus—to accomplish His purpose and send His people back to Jerusalem to … Continue reading →

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Category Archives: Leadership

Building Faith That Outlives Us

Why Some Musicians Age Out of Ministry (and How Not To)

Revelation 5 — The Lion Who Is a Lamb

Shepherds: The Good and the Bad

The Foundation We Can’t Afford to Ignore

What Changed? Why Old Testament Believers Were Filled With the Spirit but Didn’t Speak in Tongues

No Greater Joy Than Seeing Our Children Walk in Truth

The Quiet Power of an Early Morning: How a Simple Rhythm Can Transform Your Life

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

When God Stirs The Heart

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