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Controlling Your Tongue: One of Life’s Most Important Disciplines

Posted on March 13, 2026 by Mark Cole

Few parts of the human body are as small—and as powerful—as the tongue. With just a few words we can build someone up or tear them down. We can inspire faith or spread doubt, bring peace or start conflict. The … Continue reading →

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Where Do Your Gifts and Talents Come From?

Posted on February 20, 2026 by Mark Cole

Have you ever stopped to ask yourself that question? You can play. You can teach. You can build. You can organize. You can lead. You can write. You can listen. You can encourage. You can fix things. You can make … Continue reading →

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Are You Passing the Test?

Posted on February 13, 2026 by Mark Cole

In Book of Exodus, God tells Moses regarding the manna in the wilderness: “I will test them in this to see whether or not they will follow My instructions.” That line stops me in my tracks. God wasn’t just feeding … Continue reading →

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What Were the Musicians in 1 Chronicles 25 Actually Doing?

Posted on January 17, 2026 by Mark Cole

In 1 Chronicles 25, King David organizes the worship ministry for the future temple. The passage says: “All these men were under the supervision of their father for the music of the temple of the Lord, with cymbals, lyres and … 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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Proverbs 15: The Power of Words, Wisdom, and the Fear of the Lord

Posted on January 15, 2026 by Mark Cole

Proverbs 15 is a chapter about the inner life spilling outward. It shows us how what’s going on inside the heart—our attitudes, motives, and reverence for God—inevitably shapes our words, our relationships, and ultimately the direction of our lives. At … Continue reading →

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How God Speaks to Those He Loves — Even When He Corrects Them

Posted on December 27, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the most misunderstood truths in the Christian life is this: God’s correction is not rejection.In fact, Scripture teaches the opposite. God speaks most clearly—and sometimes most firmly—to those He loves. We live in a culture that often equates … Continue reading →

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The Prayer Lives of Great Men of the Bible

Posted on December 22, 2025 by Mark Cole

What They Knew That We Often Forget When we read about the great men of the Bible, it’s easy to be impressed by their courage, leadership, miracles, or faith under pressure. But beneath every public act of obedience was a … Continue reading →

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Choose Joy

Posted on November 19, 2025 by Mark Cole

Finding Strength, Hope, and Perspective in Every Season Joy is one of the most powerful gifts God gives us. It’s deeper than happiness, stronger than circumstances, and more enduring than the ups and downs of life. Happiness rises and falls … Continue reading →

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Train Yourself to Be Godly: The Discipline That Pays Off Now and Forever

Posted on November 17, 2025 by Mark Cole

In a culture obsessed with self-improvement, Paul’s ancient words to a young pastor still speak with clarity: “Train yourself to be godly. Physical training is good, but training for godliness is much better, promising benefits in this life and in … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: discipline

Controlling Your Tongue: One of Life’s Most Important Disciplines

Where Do Your Gifts and Talents Come From?

Are You Passing the Test?

What Were the Musicians in 1 Chronicles 25 Actually Doing?

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

Proverbs 15: The Power of Words, Wisdom, and the Fear of the Lord

How God Speaks to Those He Loves — Even When He Corrects Them

The Prayer Lives of Great Men of the Bible

Choose Joy

Train Yourself to Be Godly: The Discipline That Pays Off Now and Forever

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