Tag Archives: challenge

What If Freedom Isn’t What You Think It Is?

Posted on May 24, 2025 by Mark Cole

Discover the truth that leads to a deeper, lasting freedom. “You are truly My disciples if you remain faithful to My teachings. And you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free… So if the Son sets … 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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The One Thing You Still Lack

Posted on April 24, 2025 by Mark Cole

Learning from Jesus’ Challenge to the Rich Young Ruler We all love the moments when Jesus encourages and uplifts—but every now and then, He speaks a hard word that pierces our hearts. One of the most sobering examples is found … Continue reading →

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Keep On Asking, Seeking, Knocking

Posted on April 11, 2025 by Mark Cole

Reflections on Luke 11:9–10 Jesus said: “And so I tell you, keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to you. … Continue reading →

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Flipping Tables and Healing Hearts: The Real Jesus

Posted on March 8, 2025 by Mark Cole

When most people think of Jesus, they picture His love, grace, and mercy. And rightly so—He is the Good Shepherd, the friend of sinners, and the One who laid down His life so that we could be saved. But there … Continue reading →

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The Night I Almost Froze To Death

Posted on February 7, 2025 by Mark Cole

The first time I ever went cross-country skiing was a overnight 33 km trip in Banff National Park to Egypt Lake. What was I thinking? An overnight, 33 km trip in the dead of winter, on high mountain passes, doing … Continue reading →

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Can All Things Really Work Together for Good?

Posted on December 31, 2024 by Mark Cole

Life is a journey filled with mountain tops and valleys, moments of joy and seasons of challenge. As I reflect on my own life, I am struck by a recurring truth: the hard times I’ve gone through are often the times when I’ve grown the most. These seasons of difficulty, though painful, have helped shaped me into who I am today. They have challenged and deepened my faith, clarified my purpose, and reminded me of God’s faithfulness. Continue reading →

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The Best Book I Have Ever Read

Posted on December 23, 2024 by Mark Cole

This book holds a unique place in human history and culture. It’s the most printed, translated, and widely distributed book in the world, with billions of copies in circulation. Its influence spans continents, languages, and millennia, shaping societies, laws, ethics, art, and individual lives. But why does this ancient text maintain such relevance today? And why should you read it at least once in your lifetime? Continue reading →

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Living like Jesus: A Challenge for Modern Christians

Posted on December 2, 2024 by Mark Cole

In 1 John 2:6, the apostle writes, “Those who say they live in God should live their lives as Jesus did.” This verse is both a profound encouragement and a sobering challenge. To live as Jesus did in our modern world is no small task. Yet, the calling remains clear: if we claim to know God and abide in Him, our lives should reflect the life of Jesus. Continue reading →

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Strong Worship Leaders: The 18 Things They Avoid

Posted on March 11, 2024 by Mark Cole

Strong worship leaders develop good attitudes and habits. They keep their heart, mind and spirit right before God and man. Check out these things that strong leaders don’t do, so you can grow and improve. 1. They don’t miss out on … Continue reading →

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