Category Archives: Love

The Kind of Fasting God Chooses

Posted on October 3, 2026 by Mark Cole

Isaiah 58:6-9 “Is not this the kind of fasting I have chosen:to loose the chains of injusticeand untie the cords of the yoke,to set the oppressed freeand break every yoke? Is it not to share your food with the hungryand … Continue reading →

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God Will Always Do What Is Right

Posted on September 16, 2026 by Mark Cole

“He will always do what is just and be eager to do what is right.” — Isaiah 16:5 NLT One of the most comforting truths in the Bible is this: God will always do what is right. We don’t always … Continue reading →

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When Love Chooses Peace Over Quarrels

Posted on September 10, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Hatred stirs up quarrels,but love makes up for all offenses.”— Proverbs 10:12 Relationships are one of God’s greatest gifts—and sometimes one of our greatest challenges. People disappoint us. Words hurt. Misunderstandings happen. Someone says something we don’t like. Someone treats … Continue reading →

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The Book of Joel: A Call to Return to the Lord

Posted on September 4, 2026 by Mark Cole

The book of Joel may be short, but its message is powerful and deeply relevant. In only three chapters, the prophet Joel speaks about devastation, repentance, restoration, the outpouring of God’s Spirit, and the coming Day of the Lord. Joel … Continue reading →

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What Does It Mean To Seek The Lord With All Your Heart?

Posted on September 4, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the greatest invitations in all of Scripture is found in Jeremiah 29:13: “If you look for Me wholeheartedly, you will find Me.” But what does it really mean to seek the Lord wholeheartedly? Perhaps the answer is found … Continue reading →

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The Blessing Of A Life Deeply Committed To God

Posted on September 1, 2026 by Mark Cole

“He was deeply committed to the ways of the Lord.” — 2 Chronicles 17:6 There are many things in life that can capture our commitment. We can be committed to our families, our careers, our health, our goals, our hobbies, … Continue reading →

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If You Seek Him, You Will Find Him

Posted on August 25, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Learn to know the God of your ancestors intimately. Worship and serve Him with your whole heart and a willing mind. For the Lord sees every heart and knows every plan and thought. If you seek Him, you will find … Continue reading →

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Conflict: Learning to Fight for Your Marriage, Not Against Each Other

Posted on August 24, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the subjects covered in the Alpha Premarital Course is conflict. It may not sound like the most romantic topic for an engaged or newly married couple, but it is one of the most important. Why? Because every couple … Continue reading →

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Seek the Lord: What Does It Really Mean?

Posted on August 22, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Seek the Lord” is a phrase we hear often in Christian circles. We find it throughout Scripture, but what does it actually mean to seek God? It means more than simply asking God for help. To seek the Lord is … Continue reading →

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Communication: Learning to Truly Hear One Another

Posted on August 22, 2026 by Mark Cole

Good communication is one of the most important foundations of a healthy marriage. That may sound obvious, but communicating well is not always easy. Two people can love each other deeply and still misunderstand one another, hurt one another with … Continue reading →

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Category Archives: Love

God Will Always Do What Is Right

When Love Chooses Peace Over Quarrels

The Book of Joel: A Call to Return to the Lord

What Does It Mean To Seek The Lord With All Your Heart?

The Blessing Of A Life Deeply Committed To God

If You Seek Him, You Will Find Him

Conflict: Learning to Fight for Your Marriage, Not Against Each Other

Seek the Lord: What Does It Really Mean?

Communication: Learning to Truly Hear One Another

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