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9 Lessons From the Life of Elijah

Posted on July 4, 2026 by Mark Cole

The life of Elijah is one of the most dramatic and instructive accounts in Scripture. He appears suddenly on the stage of Israel’s history, confronts kings, calls down fire from heaven, flees in fear, and eventually is taken to heaven … Continue reading →

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When You Should Open Your Mouth

Posted on July 4, 2026 by Mark Cole

20 Times the Bible Commands Us to Speak “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ…” — Romans 1:16 Silence is sometimes wisdom. But silence is not always obedience. The same Bible that warns us about careless words … Continue reading →

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Following God Wholeheartedly: The Joy and Challenge of Complete Obedience

Posted on July 3, 2026 by Mark Cole

“But my servant Caleb has a different attitude than the others have. He has remained loyal to me, so I will bring him into the land he explored. His descendants will possess their full share of that land.” — Numbers … Continue reading →

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Stephen: Lessons from the Life and Death of the First Christian Martyr

Posted on June 25, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Lord, don’t charge them with this sin.” — Acts 7:60 Stephen appears only briefly in the book of Acts, but his life and death left a lasting mark on the early church. His story occupies only a few chapters, yet … Continue reading →

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How the Holy Spirit Changed Ordinary People

Posted on June 19, 2026 by Mark Cole

The Book of Acts is often called the “Acts of the Holy Spirit” because it records the powerful work of the Holy Spirit in and through ordinary believers. Again and again we read that people were “filled with the Holy … Continue reading →

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25 Reasons We Should Celebrate God With Music

Posted on June 15, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most noticeable features of God’s people throughout history is their singing. From the songs of Moses and Miriam after crossing the Red Sea, to David’s psalms, to the worship around God’s throne in Revelation, music has always … Continue reading →

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What Does It Mean To Be Baptized With The Holy Spirit?

Posted on June 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most important promises Jesus made to His followers was the promise of the Holy Spirit. Just before He ascended into heaven, Jesus told His disciples: “John baptized with water, but in just a few days you will … Continue reading →

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Learning to Trust God

Posted on June 1, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek His will in all you do, and He will show you which path to take.” — Proverbs 3:5-6 (NLT) Trusting God sounds simple—until life … Continue reading →

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The Promise Of The Holy Spirit

Posted on May 24, 2026 by Mark Cole

Just before Jesus went to the cross, rose from the dead, and returned to the Father, He gave His followers one of the greatest promises in Scripture: the promise of the Holy Spirit. The disciples were troubled. Jesus had been … Continue reading →

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Men Who Sang: Powerful Examples from the Bible

Posted on May 20, 2026 by Mark Cole

Music and singing are often thought of as something more natural for women or children, but the Bible paints a very different picture. Throughout Scripture, strong, courageous, godly men sang. Kings sang. Warriors sang. Prophets sang. Shepherds sang. Prisoners sang. … Continue reading →

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9 Lessons From the Life of Elijah

When You Should Open Your Mouth

Following God Wholeheartedly: The Joy and Challenge of Complete Obedience

Stephen: Lessons from the Life and Death of the First Christian Martyr

How the Holy Spirit Changed Ordinary People

25 Reasons We Should Celebrate God With Music

What Does It Mean To Be Baptized With The Holy Spirit?

Learning to Trust God

Men Who Sang: Powerful Examples from the Bible

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