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You Don’t Have What You Want Because You Don’t Ask God for It

Posted on August 24, 2026 by Mark Cole

“You don’t have what you want because you don’t ask God for it.” — James 4:2 There is something remarkably simple about this verse, yet it contains a profound spiritual truth: sometimes we lack what we need simply because we … Continue reading →

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Do You Need Direction?

Posted on August 2, 2026 by Mark Cole

Have you ever found yourself wondering, What should I do next? Maybe you’re facing a difficult decision. Perhaps you’ve come to a crossroads in your career, your family, your ministry, or your finances. Or maybe you’re simply asking God, “What … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, God, God Adventures, Holy Spirit, Leadership, obedience, Wisdom | Tagged decision, dependence, direction, God's will, God's plan, guidance, He will direct, His wil, His Word, Holy Spirit, humility, lamp, patience, prayed, prayer, seek His will, Trust, trust in the Lord, waiting, Your word | Leave a comment

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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This Kind Only Comes Out By Prayer

Posted on March 4, 2026 by Mark Cole

(Mark 9:28–29) In Gospel of Mark 9, Jesus delivers a boy from a tormenting spirit after His disciples had failed to do so. Later, in private, they ask Him an honest question: “Why couldn’t we cast it out?” Jesus answers … Continue reading →

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What the Bible Teaches About Humility

Posted on February 5, 2026 by Mark Cole

Humility is one of the most consistently emphasized virtues in Scripture. Far from being mere self-deprecation or weakness, biblical humility is a realistic view of ourselves in light of God’s greatness, a willingness to serve others, and an active choice … Continue reading →

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From Jacob to Israel: A Story of Transformation

Posted on January 29, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most powerful transformation stories in the Bible is the journey of Jacob becoming Israel. It’s not just a name change—it’s a life change. Jacob’s story shows how God reshapes a person’s character, identity, and destiny through encounter, … Continue reading →

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When Faith Steps Out of the Boat

Posted on January 22, 2026 by Mark Cole

Matthew 14 tells one of the most human, relatable moments in the Gospels: Peter stepping out of the boat and trying to walk on water. The disciples are in a storm, straining at the oars, exhausted and afraid. In the … Continue reading →

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“I Will Have Nothing to Do with That Kind of Thinking”

Posted on January 16, 2026 by Mark Cole

A Lesson from Job on Prosperity and Pride Job makes a striking statement: “They think their prosperity is of their own doing,but I will have nothing to do with that kind of thinking.” These words cut straight to a timeless … Continue reading →

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Keep On Asking, Seeking, and Knocking

Posted on January 9, 2026 by Mark Cole

There’s something profoundly simple—and yet deeply challenging—about Jesus’ words in Matthew 7:7–8: “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 … Continue reading →

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Learning to Pray from Jesus: The Pattern That Shapes Our Lives

Posted on January 7, 2026 by Mark Cole

When Jesus’ disciples asked Him how to pray, He didn’t give them a long lecture or a mystical formula. He gave them a simple, profound prayer—one that has shaped the faith of believers for two thousand years. “This, then, is … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: dependence

You Don’t Have What You Want Because You Don’t Ask God for It

Do You Need Direction?

Learning to Trust God

This Kind Only Comes Out By Prayer

What the Bible Teaches About Humility

From Jacob to Israel: A Story of Transformation

When Faith Steps Out of the Boat

“I Will Have Nothing to Do with That Kind of Thinking”

Keep On Asking, Seeking, and Knocking

Learning to Pray from Jesus: The Pattern That Shapes Our Lives

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