Category Archives: Wisdom

Under the Shadow of the Almighty: Lessons from Psalm 91

Posted on February 24, 2026 by Mark Cole

There are some passages of Scripture you don’t just read — you live in them. Psalm 91 is one of those. It has strengthened martyrs, missionaries, soldiers, and saints. It has comforted anxious hearts and steadied trembling hands. But if … Continue reading →

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What Are The Side-Effects of Kindness?

Posted on February 24, 2026 by Mark Cole

Kindness looks simple. A smile. A listening ear. A generous act. A patient response when you could have snapped. But kindness is not small. According to Scripture, kindness is a fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22). That means it is … Continue reading →

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How To Spend Time With Jesus

Posted on February 23, 2026 by Mark Cole

If you’ve followed Jesus for any length of time, you know this: it’s possible to work for Him and slowly drift from Him. You can preach, teach, lead worship, serve, give… and still neglect the most important relationship in your … Continue reading →

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Speaking To God Face To Face

Posted on February 20, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most astonishing lines in the Bible is found in Exodus 33:11: “The Lord would speak to Moses face to face, as one speaks to a friend.” That verse stops me every time. The Creator of the universe … Continue reading →

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Where Do Your Gifts and Talents Come From?

Posted on February 20, 2026 by Mark Cole

Have you ever stopped to ask yourself that question? You can play. You can teach. You can build. You can organize. You can lead. You can write. You can listen. You can encourage. You can fix things. You can make … Continue reading →

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How To Be Happy

Posted on February 19, 2026 by Mark Cole

Everyone wants to be happy.Few people are willing to do what actually leads to it. Happiness isn’t a mystery. It’s not reserved for the lucky, wealthy, young, or trouble-free. It’s deeply connected to the way we live and who we … Continue reading →

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Clothed by God

Posted on February 18, 2026 by Mark Cole

(Lessons from Exodus 28) In Book of Exodus 28, God gives detailed instructions for the garments of the priests—especially the high priest. At first glance, it feels technical. Fabric types. Colors. Stones. Measurements. But this chapter is not about fashion. … Continue reading →

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7 Habits of Couples Who Stay In Love for Decades

Posted on February 17, 2026 by Mark Cole

In a society where marriages often fade under pressure, some couples quietly build love that lasts 30, 40, even 50 years. That kind of love doesn’t happen by accident. It’s built on habits. After decades of marriage and ministry, and … 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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What Christians Can Learn from the Book of the Covenant

Posted on February 16, 2026 by Mark Cole

In Book of Exodus 24, we come to a defining moment in Israel’s history. God has spoken His laws. Moses has written them down. The people respond, sacrifices are offered, blood is sprinkled, and a covenant is confirmed. This chapter … Continue reading →

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Category Archives: Wisdom

Under the Shadow of the Almighty: Lessons from Psalm 91

What Are The Side-Effects of Kindness?

How To Spend Time With Jesus

Speaking To God Face To Face

Where Do Your Gifts and Talents Come From?

How To Be Happy

Clothed by God

Why Some People Don’t Believe in Jesus Yet

What Christians Can Learn from the Book of the Covenant

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