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How Much Activity Do You Need to Offset a Sedentary Lifestyle?

Posted on May 19, 2026 by Mark Cole

Many of us spend far too much time sitting. We sit in cars.We sit at desks.We sit in front of screens.We sit while watching sports, scrolling phones, or relaxing after work. And while rest is important, a constantly sedentary lifestyle … Continue reading →

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Keys to Flourishing in Your 60’s, 70’s and 80’s

Posted on April 25, 2026 by Mark Cole

Growing older is not the same as growing weaker in spirit, purpose, or usefulness. Our culture often celebrates youth, but the Bible honours those who continue to walk with God through the later decades of life. Your 60’s, 70’s, and … Continue reading →

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The Power of a Cheerful Heart

Posted on April 17, 2026 by Mark Cole

“A cheerful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.” — Proverbs 17:22 There is more power in a cheerful heart than most people realize. It’s not shallow optimism or forced positivity—it’s a deep, settled joy … Continue reading →

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Are You Ready?

Posted on April 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

It’s one of the most important questions a person can ask—not just once, but regularly: Are you ready? Jesus spoke often about His return. Not to create fear, but to awaken focus. Not to stir speculation, but to shape how … Continue reading →

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Where Your Treasure Is

Posted on April 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

Jesus said something that cuts straight through appearances and into the core of who we are: “Wherever your treasure is, there the desires of your heart will also be.” That’s not just a poetic statement—it’s a diagnostic tool for your … Continue reading →

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The Day The Sun Stood Still

Posted on April 9, 2026 by Mark Cole

There are moments in Scripture that stretch our understanding—moments where God steps into human history in such a dramatic way that we are forced to pause and ask, Who is this God we serve? One of those moments is found … Continue reading →

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Great Advice For People In Their 70’s

Posted on March 21, 2026 by Mark Cole

There’s something powerful about reaching your 70’s. You’ve lived long enough to know what matters—and what doesn’t. You’ve seen victories, losses, surprises, and seasons you never expected. And if you’re honest, you’ve learned that life is both shorter and more … Continue reading →

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The Two Commands That Change Everything

Posted on March 11, 2026 by Mark Cole

One day a religious teacher asked Jesus a very important question: “Which commandment is the most important of all?” Jesus answered with stunning clarity: “Listen, O Israel! The Lord our God is the one and only Lord. And you must … Continue reading →

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The Wisdom Of Taking One Day Off Per Week

Posted on March 7, 2026 by Mark Cole

We live in a culture that praises busyness. If someone asks how we’re doing, the common answer is, “Busy!” Many people wear their exhaustion like a badge of honor. But from the very beginning of Scripture, God built a different … Continue reading →

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God Will Provide

Posted on January 8, 2026 by Mark Cole

Few statements in Scripture are as simple—and as profound—as Abraham’s words on Mount Moriah:“God will provide.” (Genesis 22:8) Abraham spoke these words while walking up a mountain with his son Isaac, carrying the wood for a sacrifice. Isaac noticed something … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: energy

How Much Activity Do You Need to Offset a Sedentary Lifestyle?

Keys to Flourishing in Your 60’s, 70’s and 80’s

The Power of a Cheerful Heart

Are You Ready?

Where Your Treasure Is

The Day The Sun Stood Still

The Two Commands That Change Everything

The Wisdom Of Taking One Day Off Per Week

God Will Provide

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