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The Wisdom Of Taking One Day Off Per Week

Posted on March 7, 2026 by Mark Cole

We live in a culture that praises busyness. If someone asks how we’re doing, the common answer is, “Busy!” Many people wear their exhaustion like a badge of honor. But from the very beginning of Scripture, God built a different … Continue reading →

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How To Enjoy Favor For A Lifetime

Posted on March 6, 2026 by Mark Cole

Everyone loves the idea of favor. We like the thought of doors opening, opportunities appearing, and people showing us kindness and support. In the Bible, favor often describes God’s gracious hand on a person’s life. When God’s favor rests on … Continue reading →

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10 Things The Bible Does Backwards

Posted on March 5, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most surprising things about the Bible is that it often turns our normal thinking upside down. The values of God’s kingdom frequently run in the opposite direction of human instincts and cultural wisdom. What seems weak is … Continue reading →

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10 Practical Ways Christians Can Pursue Holiness in Everyday Life

Posted on March 5, 2026 by Mark Cole

In Leviticus God gives this clear command: “You must be holy because I, the Lord your God, am holy.” This command can sound intimidating at first. But holiness is not reserved for pastors, missionaries, or monks. God calls every believer … Continue reading →

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Be Holy Because God Is Holy

Posted on March 5, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most striking commands in the Bible appears in the book of Leviticus: “You must be holy because I, the Lord your God, am holy.” (Leviticus 19:2) At first glance, this command can feel overwhelming. How can ordinary … Continue reading →

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The Power Of The Christian Worldview

Posted on March 5, 2026 by Mark Cole

Everyone has a worldview. Some people think they don’t. But everyone interprets life through a set of assumptions about God, truth, morality, suffering, purpose, and eternity. Your worldview is the lens through which you see everything — politics, family, money, … Continue reading →

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7 Keys To Finding God’s Will For Your Life

Posted on March 2, 2026 by Mark Cole

If you’ve walked with God for any length of time, you’ve probably prayed this prayer: “Lord, what is Your will for my life?” It sounds spiritual. It feels important. And it is. But many people approach God’s will like a … Continue reading →

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7 Keys to a Clean Heart

Posted on March 1, 2026 by Mark Cole

Jesus taught that sin originates from within us: “It is what comes from inside that defiles you. For from within, out of a person’s heart, come evil thoughts, sexual immorality, theft, murder, adultery, greed, wickedness, deceit, lustful desires, envy, slander, … Continue reading →

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The Side-Effects of Holiness

Posted on February 28, 2026 by Mark Cole

Holiness is not a fashionable word. In many circles, it sounds rigid, joyless, or outdated. But biblically, holiness is not about stiffness or superiority. It is about belonging fully to God. It is about being set apart for Him. “Be … Continue reading →

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The Side-Effects of Patience

Posted on February 28, 2026 by Mark Cole

We live in a culture of microwaves, high-speed internet, and same-day delivery. We don’t wait well. We tap our fingers at red lights. We check our phones in grocery lines. We grow restless with people who don’t move at our … Continue reading →

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The Wisdom Of Taking One Day Off Per Week

How To Enjoy Favor For A Lifetime

10 Things The Bible Does Backwards

10 Practical Ways Christians Can Pursue Holiness in Everyday Life

Be Holy Because God Is Holy

The Power Of The Christian Worldview

7 Keys To Finding God’s Will For Your Life

7 Keys to a Clean Heart

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The Side-Effects of Patience

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