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Bible Characters Who Probably Struggled With Mental Health

Posted on May 22, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the encouraging things about the Bible is that it does not hide human weakness. Scripture is filled with people who loved God deeply, obeyed Him courageously, and still battled overwhelming emotions, fear, despair, exhaustion, grief, and anxiety. The … Continue reading →

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How to Develop Faith When You’re Discouraged

Posted on April 24, 2026 by Mark Cole

Discouragement has a way of shrinking your vision. What once felt clear now feels uncertain. What once felt possible now feels far away. If you’re not careful, discouragement doesn’t just affect your mood—it quietly erodes your faith. But here’s the … Continue reading →

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Keys to Seeing Victory in Your Life (Especially After a Season of Defeat)

Posted on April 24, 2026 by Mark Cole

We all go through seasons where things don’t go our way. Prayers seem unanswered. Efforts fall flat. You try again—and still come up short. A few losses in a row can quietly shape your thinking: Maybe this is just how … Continue reading →

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How to Deal with Discouragement

Posted on March 12, 2026 by Mark Cole

Every Christian faces discouragement. It is one of the most common struggles in the spiritual life. Even strong believers—prophets, apostles, pastors, and leaders—have moments when their strength fades and their hearts feel heavy. Discouragement can come from many sources: fatigue, … Continue reading →

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Why Do Christians Believe God Is Interested in the Details of Their Lives?

Posted on January 30, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most personal and comforting beliefs in Christianity is this: God doesn’t just care about the big, dramatic moments of life—He cares about the small ones too. Not just our salvation, our eternity, or our major life decisions, … Continue reading →

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Sin at the Door: A Warning, a Choice, and a Call to Mastery

Posted on January 2, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Sin is crouching at the door, eager to control you. But you must subdue it and be its master.” — Genesis 4:7 This is one of the most vivid and sobering warnings in all of Scripture. God speaks these words … Continue reading →

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Kept by His Power

Posted on December 9, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Now all glory to God, who is able to keep you from falling away and will bring you with great joy into His glorious presence without a single fault.” Jude 1:24 (NLT) On the Christian journey, most believers know what … Continue reading →

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Strength for the Journey

Posted on October 27, 2025 by Mark Cole

When Joshua stood on the edge of the Promised Land, he faced a huge challenge — leading a nation into the unknown. Moses was gone, the wilderness was behind them, and the battles ahead were real. It was at this … Continue reading →

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The Battle Is Not Yours

Posted on September 2, 2025 by Mark Cole

There’s an incredible story tucked away in 2 Chronicles 20 that speaks directly to our fears, our challenges, and our faith. Jehoshaphat, king of Judah, was facing a vast army made up of the Ammonites, Moabites, and people from Mount … Continue reading →

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The Whisper That Changes Everything

Posted on July 4, 2025 by Mark Cole

Text: 1 Kings 19:12–13“And after the fire there was the sound of a gentle whisper. When Elijah heard it, he wrapped his face in his cloak and went out and stood at the entrance of the cave. And a voice … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: discouraged

Bible Characters Who Probably Struggled With Mental Health

How to Develop Faith When You’re Discouraged

Keys to Seeing Victory in Your Life (Especially After a Season of Defeat)

How to Deal with Discouragement

Why Do Christians Believe God Is Interested in the Details of Their Lives?

Sin at the Door: A Warning, a Choice, and a Call to Mastery

Kept by His Power

Strength for the Journey

The Battle Is Not Yours

The Whisper That Changes Everything

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