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Lessons From The Mountaintop

Posted on March 4, 2026 by Mark Cole

Insights from the Transfiguration of Jesus (Mark 9:1–13) In Gospel of Mark 9, Jesus Christ takes Peter, James, and John up a high mountain. What they see there changes them forever. His appearance is transformed. His clothes become dazzling white. … Continue reading →

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How God Uses Dreams

Posted on February 3, 2026 by Mark Cole

Throughout Scripture, God often communicates with people in ways that bypass ordinary human reasoning—and dreams are one of His most consistent tools. From Genesis to the Gospels, dreams serve as divine messages, warnings, guidance, and encouragement. While not every dream … Continue reading →

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From Jacob to Israel: When God Gives You A New Name

Posted on January 31, 2026 by Mark Cole

Genesis 35:9–12 There are moments in Scripture when God does more than speak to a person — He redefines them. This passage is one of those holy moments. “Your name is Jacob, but you will not be called Jacob any … Continue reading →

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The Gifts of the Wise Men: Gold, Frankincense, and Myrrh

Posted on January 3, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Then they opened their treasure chests and gave Him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.”—Matthew 2:11 The story of the wise men is familiar to us, especially at Christmas. We picture exotic travelers, following a star across deserts, finally arriving … Continue reading →

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Lessons We Can Learn from the Life of Nehemiah

Posted on December 25, 2025 by Mark Cole

The book of Nehemiah is not just a story about rebuilding a wall—it is a masterclass in leadership, prayer, courage, and faithfulness. Nehemiah was not a prophet or a priest. He was a cupbearer serving in the court of a … Continue reading →

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Lessons from the Book of Esther: Faith, Courage, and God’s Hidden Hand

Posted on December 20, 2025 by Mark Cole

The book of Esther is one of the most intriguing stories in the Bible. God’s name is never mentioned, there are no recorded prayers, no miracles on display—yet God’s presence is unmistakable. Esther teaches us how God works powerfully behind … Continue reading →

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The Power of a Cleansed Conscience

Posted on November 3, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Just think how much more the blood of Christ will purify our consciences from sinful deeds so that we can worship the living God. For by the power of the eternal Spirit, Christ offered Himself to God as a perfect … Continue reading →

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Ask Me, and I Will Show You Great and Hidden Things

Posted on November 3, 2025 by Mark Cole

There are few verses in Scripture as inviting and hope-filled as Jeremiah 33:2–3: “This is what the Lord says—the Lord who made the earth, who formed and established it, whose name is the Lord: Ask Me and I will tell … Continue reading →

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When God Provides a Husband

Posted on October 28, 2025 by Mark Cole

Throughout Scripture, we see a beautiful thread of God’s providence weaving people together at just the right time, for just the right purpose. Love stories in the Bible aren’t just about romance—they’re about God’s guidance, timing, and purpose. When God … Continue reading →

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7 Keys to Finding Your Purpose

Posted on October 27, 2025 by Mark Cole

We all long to live with a sense of direction — to know that our lives matter, that we’re not just existing, but living out a divine purpose. In Psalm 57:2, David was hiding in a cave, running from Saul, … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: divine

Lessons From The Mountaintop

How God Uses Dreams

From Jacob to Israel: When God Gives You A New Name

The Gifts of the Wise Men: Gold, Frankincense, and Myrrh

Lessons We Can Learn from the Life of Nehemiah

Lessons from the Book of Esther: Faith, Courage, and God’s Hidden Hand

The Power of a Cleansed Conscience

Ask Me, and I Will Show You Great and Hidden Things

When God Provides a Husband

7 Keys to Finding Your Purpose

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