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Lessons from Mordecai: Faithful Living in Unseen Places

Posted on December 23, 2025 by Mark Cole

(From the Book of Esther) Mordecai is one of the quiet heroes of Scripture. He never performs a miracle, never preaches a sermon, and never receives public recognition at first. Yet the book of Esther makes it clear: God used … Continue reading →

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Understanding Baseball Pitches: How to See What the Commentators See

Posted on October 25, 2025 by Mark Cole

If you’ve ever watched a Blue Jays game and wondered how the commentators can instantly recognize whether a pitch is a slider, a curveball, or a fastball — you’re not alone! To most of us, it looks like the pitcher … Continue reading →

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Generosity: A Lifestyle That Stands Firm

Posted on September 23, 2025 by Mark Cole

Isaiah 32:8 says, “But generous people plan to do what is generous, and they stand firm in their generosity.” This verse captures something profound about generosity: it’s not accidental, it’s intentional. 1. Generosity is Planned Notice that Isaiah says generous … Continue reading →

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The Power and Influence of Great Friends

Posted on June 26, 2025 by Mark Cole

We were never meant to walk through life alone. From the very beginning, God said, “It is not good for man to be alone.” That statement doesn’t just apply to marriage—it also speaks to the deep need we all have … Continue reading →

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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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