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Not Just Talk – Living by God’s Power

Posted on August 9, 2025 by Mark Cole

Paul’s words in 1 Corinthians 4:20 are as challenging as they are inspiring: “For the Kingdom of God is not just a lot of talk; it is living by God’s power.” In a culture filled with endless conversations, opinions, podcasts, … Continue reading →

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Obeying God or Government? Understanding a Biblical Balance

Posted on June 21, 2025 by Mark Cole

In Acts 5:29, we read a powerful declaration from Peter and the apostles: “We must obey God rather than any human authority.” This bold statement was made in the face of religious leaders who commanded them to stop preaching in … Continue reading →

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Why Jesus Is the Messiah: A Biblical Case for Christ

Posted on June 17, 2025 by Mark Cole

For centuries, people have asked the question: Is Jesus really the promised Messiah? For followers of Jesus, the answer is a resounding yes. But this belief is not blind faith—it is rooted in Scripture, fulfilled prophecy, eyewitness testimony, and the … Continue reading →

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Powerful Presence of the Holy Spirit in the Life of the Believer

Posted on June 6, 2025 by Mark Cole

“When the Spirit of truth comes, He will guide you into all truth. He will not speak on His own but will tell you what He has heard. He will tell you about the future.” – John 16:13 Jesus knew … Continue reading →

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Do You Need Justice?

Posted on May 29, 2025 by Mark Cole

Do you live in a place where injustice feels far too common? Maybe you’ve been wrongfully accused. Perhaps you’ve been overlooked for a promotion, mistreated by a family member, or manipulated by someone you trusted. In moments like these, the … Continue reading →

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The Message and the Mission: Luke 24 and Our Call Today

Posted on May 8, 2025 by Mark Cole

At the end of Luke’s Gospel, Jesus appears to His disciples and offers them clarity about the message they are to carry into the world. He says: “It was also written that this message would be proclaimed in the authority … Continue reading →

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Use It or Lose It

Posted on April 26, 2025 by Mark Cole

How Faithfulness with Your Gifts Leads to Greater Impact In Luke 19, Jesus tells the parable of the ten servants. At the end of the story, He says something that always grabs my heart: “To those who use well what … Continue reading →

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How Did Jesus and the Early Church Pray for the Sick?

Posted on April 12, 2025 by Mark Cole

A New Testament Model for Healing Ministry In today’s church, we often ask: “How should we pray for the sick?” The best way to answer that is to look at the New Testament pattern. How did Jesus, His disciples, and … Continue reading →

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What Is The Laying On of Hands?

Posted on March 13, 2025 by Mark Cole

The laying on of hands is a powerful biblical practice that appears throughout Scripture, symbolizing blessing, commissioning, healing, and the impartation of spiritual gifts. While it is often associated with church leadership and healing ministries today, its roots go deep … Continue reading →

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The Authority of Believers: How Matthew 10:1 Applies Today

Posted on February 26, 2025 by Mark Cole

In Matthew 10:1, we read: “Jesus called His twelve disciples together and gave them authority to cast out evil spirits and to heal every kind of disease and illness.” This verse raises an important question: Does this authority still apply … Continue reading →

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