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The Song of Solomon: God’s Beautiful Design for Love

Posted on June 22, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Many waters cannot quench love; rivers cannot sweep it away.” (Song of Solomon 8:7) The Song of Solomon is one of the most beautiful and unique books in the Bible. Unlike the historical accounts of Kings and Chronicles, the wisdom … Continue reading →

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Fire Tests Gold, But God Tests the Heart

Posted on June 17, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Fire tests the purity of silver and gold, but the Lord tests the heart.”Proverbs 17:3 (NLT) Nobody enjoys being tested. We would all prefer smooth roads, easy victories, and comfortable circumstances. Yet throughout Scripture, we discover that God often uses … Continue reading →

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The Life-Changing Blessings of Reading Proverbs Daily

Posted on June 1, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Fear of the Lord is the foundation of true knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline.” — Proverbs 1:7 For many years, one of my favorite spiritual habits has been reading through the Book of Proverbs every month. Since Proverbs … Continue reading →

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The Good Things God Wants for You

Posted on May 30, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most encouraging truths in the Bible is that God is a good Father who desires good things for His children. Many people view God as distant, demanding, or difficult to please. Yet Scripture paints a very different … Continue reading →

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Psalm 15: Who May Worship the Lord?

Posted on May 25, 2026 by Mark Cole

Psalm 15 is a short psalm, but it asks one of the biggest questions in all of life: “Who may worship in Your sanctuary, Lord?Who may enter Your presence on Your holy hill?” In other words: What kind of person … Continue reading →

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Raising Children God’s Way

Posted on May 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

Raising children is one of the greatest joys and one of the greatest responsibilities God gives us. Children are not interruptions to life—they are gifts from God, entrusted to us for a season. The Bible has a great deal to … Continue reading →

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Mentally Strong Christians: The 12 Things They Avoid

Posted on May 11, 2026 by Mark Cole

Mature, fruitful followers of the LORD have healthy habits. When you look at the lives of Paul, Joseph, Daniel, Jesus and other inspiring Bible figures, you see great examples of healthy minds and habits. Here is some insight on how to manage … Continue reading →

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Powerful Lessons from the Life of David

Posted on May 3, 2026 by Mark Cole

Few Bible characters are as inspiring, complex, and relatable as David. He was a shepherd, musician, warrior, poet, king, worshipper, leader, and deeply flawed man. Yet God called him “a man after My own heart.” David’s life reminds us that … Continue reading →

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Lessons From the Life of Samuel

Posted on April 26, 2026 by Mark Cole

Samuel stands as one of the great transitional leaders in the Bible. He was the last of Israel’s judges, a prophet of God, and the one who anointed Israel’s first two kings. His life bridges seasons—moving the nation from chaos … Continue reading →

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Lessons From the Life of Ruth

Posted on April 22, 2026 by Mark Cole

The book of Ruth is short—just four chapters—but it carries a remarkable weight. It’s a quiet story, tucked into the Old Testament, yet it speaks loudly about loyalty, faith, humility, and God’s unseen hand at work in everyday life. Ruth’s … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: character

The Song of Solomon: God’s Beautiful Design for Love

Fire Tests Gold, But God Tests the Heart

The Life-Changing Blessings of Reading Proverbs Daily

The Good Things God Wants for You

Psalm 15: Who May Worship the Lord?

Raising Children God’s Way

Mentally Strong Christians: The 12 Things They Avoid

Powerful Lessons from the Life of David

Lessons From the Life of Samuel

Lessons From the Life of Ruth

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