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10 Life Lessons from the Life of the Apostle Paul

Posted on July 16, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ.” — 1 Corinthians 11:1 Few people have influenced the Christian faith more than the Apostle Paul. Under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, he wrote thirteen New Testament letters, planted … Continue reading →

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What Is One Thing I Know God Wants Me To Do?

Posted on July 10, 2026 by Mark Cole

Reflections on James 4:17 “Remember, it is sin to know what you ought to do and then not do it.” — James 4:17 (NLT) When most people think about sin, they think about the wrong things they have done—lying, stealing, … Continue reading →

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Standing Strong Through Life’s Storms

Posted on July 6, 2026 by Mark Cole

Lessons from Acts 14:22 “They strengthened the believers. They encouraged them to continue in the faith, reminding them that we must suffer many hardships to enter the Kingdom of God.” — Acts 14:22 (NLT) Storms are a part of life. … Continue reading →

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How To Hear God’s Voice

Posted on July 2, 2026 by Mark Cole

Learning to Recognize the Gentle Whisper of God One of the greatest privileges of following Christ is that God still speaks to His children. He is not a distant Creator who simply wound up the universe and stepped away. He … Continue reading →

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Better Together: The Strength of a Triple-Braided Cord

Posted on June 29, 2026 by Mark Cole

Why God Never Intended Us to Walk Alone One of the great lies of our culture is that strength comes from independence. We admire the self-made person, the lone hero, and the individual who seems to need no one else. … Continue reading →

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The Father’s Influence: Seven Traits That Shape Generations

Posted on June 22, 2026 by Mark Cole

“The righteous man walks in his integrity; his children are blessed after him.” — Proverbs 20:7 A father’s influence reaches much further than he often realizes. The conversations around the dinner table, the prayers whispered before bedtime, the example set … Continue reading →

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Does God Have A Plan For Your Life?

Posted on June 6, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most common questions people ask is, “Does God have a plan for my life?” The answer from Scripture is a resounding yes. God is not distant, uninvolved, or unaware of your existence. He created you intentionally, loves … Continue reading →

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The Good Things God Wants for You

Posted on May 30, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most encouraging truths in the Bible is that God is a good Father who desires good things for His children. Many people view God as distant, demanding, or difficult to please. Yet Scripture paints a very different … Continue reading →

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Psalm 15: Who May Worship the Lord?

Posted on May 25, 2026 by Mark Cole

Psalm 15 is a short psalm, but it asks one of the biggest questions in all of life: “Who may worship in Your sanctuary, Lord?Who may enter Your presence on Your holy hill?” In other words: What kind of person … Continue reading →

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Your Failure Is Not the End

Posted on May 19, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most encouraging truths in the Bible is this: failure does not have to be final. Some people think that one major mistake disqualifies them forever. One moral failure. One season of weakness. One bad decision. One denial … Continue reading →

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10 Life Lessons from the Life of the Apostle Paul

Standing Strong Through Life’s Storms

How To Hear God’s Voice

Better Together: The Strength of a Triple-Braided Cord

The Father’s Influence: Seven Traits That Shape Generations

The Good Things God Wants for You

Psalm 15: Who May Worship the Lord?

Your Failure Is Not the End

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