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God’s Promises

Posted on July 12, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the greatest treasures found in Scripture is the abundance of God’s promises. From Genesis to Revelation, God reveals Himself as a promise-making and promise-keeping God. His promises provide hope in times of uncertainty, strength in times of weakness, … Continue reading →

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8 Tips On Taking Your Sunday Morning Worship to the Next Level

Posted on June 27, 2026 by Mark Cole

I love leading God’s people in worship. I have been privileged to lead worship teams in my home church and around the world for more than forty years. Along the way, God has taught me many valuable lessons. Here are … Continue reading →

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The Life-Changing Blessings of Reading Proverbs Daily

Posted on June 1, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Fear of the Lord is the foundation of true knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline.” — Proverbs 1:7 For many years, one of my favorite spiritual habits has been reading through the Book of Proverbs every month. Since Proverbs … Continue reading →

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Great Promises From Jesus

Posted on May 8, 2026 by Mark Cole

Few things are more comforting than the promises of Jesus. His words have strengthened believers through persecution, sickness, disappointment, failure, loneliness, and even death. Jesus never made empty promises. Every promise He gave was rooted in truth, love, and the … Continue reading →

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The Power of Obeying Jesus’ Teachings

Posted on April 1, 2026 by Mark Cole

It’s one thing to admire Jesus.It’s another thing to obey Him. Many people are inspired by His words. They quote them, study them, even build their lives around the idea of them. But Jesus never called us merely to hear … Continue reading →

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Great Advice For People In Their 70’s

Posted on March 21, 2026 by Mark Cole

There’s something powerful about reaching your 70’s. You’ve lived long enough to know what matters—and what doesn’t. You’ve seen victories, losses, surprises, and seasons you never expected. And if you’re honest, you’ve learned that life is both shorter and more … Continue reading →

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Why Some People Don’t Believe in Jesus Yet

Posted on February 16, 2026 by Mark Cole

A Gentle Blog for My Little Granddaughter (and Anyone Who Wonders) Dear Jojo The other day you talked to Nonni (Grandma) and said, “Nonni, why don’t my friends believe in Jesus when I tell them about Him?” You looked so … Continue reading →

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7 Lessons From the Passover

Posted on February 11, 2026 by Mark Cole

Passover is one of the most powerful bridges between the Old and New Testaments. For Christians, the Seder is not merely a Jewish memorial of deliverance from Egypt—it is a profound foreshadowing of the greater deliverance accomplished in Jesus Christ. … Continue reading →

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The Gospel to All Nations — A Mission with an End in View

Posted on February 7, 2026 by Mark Cole

“And the Good News about the Kingdom will be preached throughout the whole world, so that all nations will hear it; and then the end will come.” — Matthew 24:14 (NLT) These words of Jesus are among the most sweeping … Continue reading →

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The Two Commandments That Change Everything

Posted on February 4, 2026 by Mark Cole

One day, a religious expert approached Jesus with a question designed to test Him: “Teacher, which is the most important commandment in the law of Moses?” It sounded like a straightforward question, but in reality it was loaded. The Jewish … Continue reading →

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Category Archives: Teaching

God’s Promises

8 Tips On Taking Your Sunday Morning Worship to the Next Level

The Life-Changing Blessings of Reading Proverbs Daily

Great Promises From Jesus

The Power of Obeying Jesus’ Teachings

Why Some People Don’t Believe in Jesus Yet

7 Lessons From the Passover

The Two Commandments That Change Everything

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