Category Archives: Leadership

What True Holiness Looks Like

Posted on September 16, 2025 by Mark Cole

When we hear the word holiness, many of us think of rules, rituals, or a list of “do’s and don’ts.” But when we look at the life of Jesus, we see something far deeper and more beautiful. True holiness isn’t … Continue reading →

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Thinking Differently in a World of Fear

Posted on September 13, 2025 by Mark Cole

Scripture:“The Lord has given me a strong warning not to think like everyone else does. He said, ‘Don’t call everything a conspiracy, like they do, and don’t live in dread of what frightens them. Make the Lord of Heaven’s Armies … Continue reading →

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When God Steps Back

Posted on September 12, 2025 by Mark Cole

Scripture:“God withdrew from Hezekiah in order to test him and to see what was really in his heart.” (2 Chronicles 32:31) There’s something sobering in this verse. King Hezekiah had experienced great victories, miraculous healing, and God’s unmistakable favor. Yet … Continue reading →

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Forgetting What’s Behind and Playing the Next Point

Posted on September 12, 2025 by Mark Cole

Roger Federer, one of the greatest tennis players of all time, revealed something surprising about his career: though he won nearly 80% of his matches, he won only about 54% of the points he ever played. That means almost half … Continue reading →

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Compelled by the Spirit: Following God’s Leading

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Paul felt compelled by the Spirit to go over to Macedonia and Achaia before going to Jerusalem. ‘And after that,’ he said, ‘I must go on to Rome!’” — Acts 19:21 One of the most remarkable aspects of the Apostle … Continue reading →

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Skill and Heart: Lessons from the Levites

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Mark Cole

Scripture:“Each day the Levites and priests sang to the Lord, accompanied by loud instruments. Hezekiah encouraged all the Levites regarding the skill they displayed as they served the Lord.” (2 Chronicles 30:21–22) Worship leaders often wrestle with the balance between … Continue reading →

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Chosen to Stand in His Presence

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Mark Cole

“The Lord has chosen you to stand in His presence, to minister to Him, and to lead the people in worship and present offerings to Him.” What an incredible calling! This verse, originally spoken to the priests of Israel, beautifully … Continue reading →

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God Is Building His Church

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Mark Cole

“I will build My church, and the gates of hell shall not prevail against it.” — Matthew 16:18 When Jesus first spoke these words to His disciples, they were not yet a movement, an organization, or a global force. They … Continue reading →

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Are You Successful?

Posted on September 9, 2025 by Mark Cole

Success is one of the most misunderstood words in our world today. We often measure it by wealth, titles, possessions, influence, or achievements. Yet when we look at the Bible, we discover that God defines success very differently. Scripture challenges … Continue reading →

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When God’s Strength Shows Up in Our Weakness

Posted on September 8, 2025 by Mark Cole

Scripture: “But He said to me, ‘My grace is all you need. My power works best in weakness.’” — 2 Corinthians 12:9 Life has a way of revealing our limitations. We all face moments when we feel inadequate—too tired, too … Continue reading →

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