Category Archives: Leadership

Don’t Let Anger Drive

Posted on May 21, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Don’t sin by letting anger control you. Think about it overnight and remain silent.” – Psalm 4:4 (NLT) Anger is a powerful emotion. Sometimes it rises because of injustice, betrayal, frustration, hurt, exhaustion, or disappointment. The Bible does not say … Continue reading →

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Men Who Sang: Powerful Examples from the Bible

Posted on May 20, 2026 by Mark Cole

Music and singing are often thought of as something more natural for women or children, but the Bible paints a very different picture. Throughout Scripture, strong, courageous, godly men sang. Kings sang. Warriors sang. Prophets sang. Shepherds sang. Prisoners sang. … Continue reading →

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Your Failure Is Not the End

Posted on May 19, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most encouraging truths in the Bible is this: failure does not have to be final. Some people think that one major mistake disqualifies them forever. One moral failure. One season of weakness. One bad decision. One denial … Continue reading →

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Are You In A Famine?

Posted on May 19, 2026 by Mark Cole

Not every famine is about food. Some famines happen in the soul. You can be surrounded by people and still feel empty. You can have a full schedule, a good income, a nice home, and yet feel spiritually dry inside. … Continue reading →

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When the King Became a Servant

Posted on May 16, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most powerful pictures of Jesus in the Bible is not Him preaching to crowds, healing the sick, or calming storms. It is Jesus kneeling on the floor with a towel and a basin of water, washing the … Continue reading →

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Overcoming Temptation

Posted on May 15, 2026 by Mark Cole

Temptation is not a sign that something is wrong with you. It is part of being human. Even Jesus was tempted. The difference is not whether temptation comes, but how we respond when it does. Temptation often shows up quietly. … Continue reading →

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Why Music Mattered in the Life of Jesus

Posted on May 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

Music was not a small part of life in Bible times. It was woven into worship, celebrations, family gatherings, national feasts, and everyday life. And when we look at the life of Jesus Christ, we discover that music played an … Continue reading →

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How Jesus Handled Betrayal

Posted on May 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

Few things hurt more deeply than betrayal.A trusted friend lies to you.A spouse becomes unfaithful.A church member turns against you.Someone you sacrificed for walks away. Jesus understands betrayal more than anyone. He was betrayed by one of His closest followers, … Continue reading →

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Raising Children God’s Way

Posted on May 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

Raising children is one of the greatest joys and one of the greatest responsibilities God gives us. Children are not interruptions to life—they are gifts from God, entrusted to us for a season. The Bible has a great deal to … Continue reading →

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Overcoming Fear

Posted on May 13, 2026 by Mark Cole

Fear is one of the most powerful emotions in the human heart. It can keep us awake at night, steal our peace, weaken our faith, and stop us from stepping into the future God has for us. Fear whispers things … Continue reading →

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Category Archives: Leadership

Don’t Let Anger Drive

Men Who Sang: Powerful Examples from the Bible

Your Failure Is Not the End

Are You In A Famine?

When the King Became a Servant

Overcoming Temptation

Why Music Mattered in the Life of Jesus

How Jesus Handled Betrayal

Raising Children God’s Way

Overcoming Fear

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