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What Was Jesus’ Mission?

Posted on June 4, 2026 by Mark Cole

If someone were to ask you, “Why did Jesus come to earth?” how would you answer? Many people would say, “To die for our sins.” That answer is certainly true, but it is only part of the story. Jesus came … Continue reading →

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The Great Paradox of the Kingdom

Posted on April 23, 2026 by Mark Cole

“If you cling to your life, you will lose it, and if you let your life go, you will save it.” — Luke 17:33 At first glance, this sounds backwards. Everything in us wants to protect, preserve, and control our … Continue reading →

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10 Things The Bible Does Backwards

Posted on March 5, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most surprising things about the Bible is that it often turns our normal thinking upside down. The values of God’s kingdom frequently run in the opposite direction of human instincts and cultural wisdom. What seems weak is … Continue reading →

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Lessons from the Crucifixion of Jesus

Posted on February 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

The crucifixion of Jesus Christ is not only the central event of Christianity — it is the clearest window into the heart of God and the condition of humanity. If we slow down and truly reflect on it, it will … Continue reading →

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God’s Mercy in Life and Death

Posted on October 3, 2025 by Mark Cole

Isaiah 57:1–2 gives us a sobering but hope-filled perspective: “Good people pass away; the godly often die before their time. But no one seems to care or wonder why. No one seems to understand that God is protecting them from … Continue reading →

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When God’s Loved Ones Die

Posted on July 26, 2025 by Mark Cole

Psalm 116:15 – “The Lord cares deeply when His loved ones die.” (NLT) Death is one of life’s hardest moments. Whether sudden or expected, it leaves a hole in our hearts. But in Psalm 116, we find a simple, powerful … Continue reading →

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How to Win the Inner Battles

Posted on July 18, 2025 by Mark Cole

Every one of us fights private battles—internal struggles that few people see but all of us feel. Paul describes this daily war in Galatians 5 as a conflict between our sinful nature and the Holy Spirit: “The sinful nature wants … Continue reading →

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