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Speaking the Truth in Love

Posted on September 17, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Instead, we will speak the truth in love, growing in every way more and more like Christ, who is the head of his body, the church.” — Ephesians 4:15 (NLT) One of Paul’s greatest themes in his letters is the … Continue reading →

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Skill and Heart: Lessons from the Levites

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Mark Cole

Scripture:“Each day the Levites and priests sang to the Lord, accompanied by loud instruments. Hezekiah encouraged all the Levites regarding the skill they displayed as they served the Lord.” (2 Chronicles 30:21–22) Worship leaders often wrestle with the balance between … Continue reading →

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How to Discover Your Spiritual Gift

Posted on August 20, 2025 by Mark Cole

Paul writes in 1 Corinthians 12:7, “A spiritual gift is given to each of us so we can help each other.” That simple but powerful truth reminds us that God has entrusted every believer with a unique gift to serve … Continue reading →

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More Than Music: Connecting with Your Congregation

Posted on August 18, 2025 by Mark Cole

For worship musicians, Sundays can easily revolve around the practical tasks—rehearsing, sound checks, fine-tuning the mix, and giving your best during the service. It’s tempting to think our ministry ends once the final chord rings out. But worship is more … Continue reading →

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Living a Life Worthy of His Call

Posted on August 2, 2025 by Mark Cole

2 Thessalonians 1:11 – “So we keep on praying for you, asking our God to enable you to live a life worthy of His call. May He give you the power to accomplish all the good things your faith prompts … Continue reading →

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Thank You for Supporting Our Missions Trip to Albania

Posted on July 29, 2025 by Mark Cole

Anna and I want to say a heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported our recent missions trip to Albania—whether through financial giving, prayer, or words of encouragement. We are so grateful for your partnership! The trip was truly impactful, … Continue reading →

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Preparing for the Journey Home: A Guide to End-of-Life Decisions

Posted on June 18, 2025 by Mark Cole

Facing the reality of our mortality is never easy, but it can be a great act of love and clarity—both for ourselves and for the ones we leave behind. Recently, my 88-year-old mother began to work through her end-of-life decisions. … Continue reading →

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Dreams Can Change Your Life: A Biblical Perspective

Posted on June 10, 2025 by Mark Cole

Have you ever wondered if your dreams mean something more? In the Bible, dreams are not just fleeting images of the night—they are often divine messages, warnings, and revelations that can change the course of a person’s life. From Genesis … Continue reading →

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What Was I Made For? What’s My Purpose?

Posted on June 10, 2025 by Mark Cole

Have you ever wondered, “Why am I here?” or “What am I supposed to do with my life?” These are some of the most profound questions we can ask. Across cultures and centuries, people have searched for purpose and meaning. … Continue reading →

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The New Commandment

Posted on June 3, 2025 by Mark Cole

Scripture Focus:“So now I am giving you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other. Your love for one another will prove to the world that you are My disciples.”— John … Continue reading →

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