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Jesus’ Blueprint for Discipleship

If you want to make disciples who last, you have to look carefully at how Jesus did it. Not how we imagine He did it.Not how we’ve modernized it.But how He actually discipled the Twelve in the Gospels. His model … Continue reading

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“For Many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen”: What Did Jesus Mean?

(Matthew 22:14) Few of Jesus’ statements are as sobering—or as clarifying—as this one: “For many are called, but few are chosen.” It appears at the end of the Parable of the Wedding Banquet, and it forces us to wrestle with … Continue reading

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The Hundredfold Promise: What Is Jesus Saying?

Matthew 19:29 (NIV)“And everyone who has left houses or brothers or sisters or father or mother or children or fields for my sake will receive a hundred times as much and will inherit eternal life.” This verse hits hard, doesn’t … Continue reading

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“Come, Follow Me”: The Simple Call That Changes Everything

Jesus called out to them, “Come, follow Me, and I will show you how to fish for people!” (Matthew 4:19) These few words, spoken on the shore of the Sea of Galilee, changed the course of history. They weren’t delivered … Continue reading

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The Top 10 Questions Jesus Asked

(And Why They Still Confront Us Today) Jesus was a master teacher—but interestingly, He often taught by asking questions rather than giving answers. The Gospels record over 300 questions asked by Jesus. He wasn’t short on truth; He was drawing … Continue reading

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What Does It Actually Mean to Be a Christian?

There are so many different religions, philosophies, and opinions, it’s easy to get confused about what being a Christian truly means. Many assume it’s about being a good person, attending church, or following a list of rules. But in the … Continue reading

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10 Ways to Grow Your Church

Biblical and Historical Strategies for Kingdom Impact Church growth is not a modern concept—it’s a deeply biblical one. From the book of Acts to the great revivals of history, we see a consistent pattern: when God’s people align with His … Continue reading

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Let the Children Come: Why Children’s Ministry Matters More Than Ever

By Mark Cole | Albania | July 2025 “Let the little children come to me. Don’t stop them! For the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to those who are like these children.”—Jesus (Matthew 19:14 NLT) I’m writing this from Albania, where … Continue reading

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Are You Still Making a Difference?

“Salt is good for seasoning. But if it loses its flavor, how do you make it salty again? Flavorless salt is good neither for the soil nor for the manure pile. It is thrown away. Anyone with ears to hear … Continue reading

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How a Pastor Can Grow a Church: Lessons from the Parable of the Growing Seed

One of the most encouraging parables Jesus told about the Kingdom of God is found in Mark 4:26-29: “The Kingdom of God is like a farmer who scatters seed on the ground. Night and day, while he’s asleep or awake, … Continue reading

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