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Controlling Your Tongue: One of Life’s Most Important Disciplines

Posted on March 13, 2026 by Mark Cole

Few parts of the human body are as small—and as powerful—as the tongue. With just a few words we can build someone up or tear them down. We can inspire faith or spread doubt, bring peace or start conflict. The … Continue reading →

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10 Things That Happen When You Pray

Posted on March 11, 2026 by Mark Cole

Prayer is one of the simplest and yet most powerful things a Christian can do. It does not require a stage, a microphone, or a special place. Anyone can pray—young or old, rich or poor, experienced believer or brand-new Christian. … Continue reading →

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10 Practical Ways To Know The Most Important Thing To Do

Posted on March 10, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the great challenges of life is knowing what deserves our attention right now. Every day presents us with dozens of choices, responsibilities, interruptions, and opportunities. Without wisdom, it’s easy to spend our energy on things that are merely … Continue reading →

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The Power of Faith, Prayer, and Forgiveness

Posted on March 9, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most striking statements Jesus ever made about faith appears in the Gospel of Gospel of Mark: “Have faith in God. I tell you the truth, you can say to this mountain, ‘May you be lifted up and … Continue reading →

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What Do You Want Jesus To Do For You?

Posted on March 7, 2026 by Mark Cole

One day Jesus was leaving the city of Jericho with His disciples and a large crowd. Sitting beside the road was a blind beggar named Bartimaeus. When he heard that Jesus was passing by, he began to shout: “Jesus, Son … Continue reading →

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When You Have One Loaf — And Jesus in the Boat

Posted on March 2, 2026 by Mark Cole

In Gospel of Mark 8:14–21, we see one of the most revealing moments in the disciples’ journey. They’re in a boat with Jesus. They’ve forgotten to bring enough bread.They have one loaf. That’s it. Jesus says, “Watch out! Beware of … Continue reading →

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The Side-Effects Of Faith

Posted on March 1, 2026 by Mark Cole

When we talk about faith, we often define it. We explain it. We defend it. But we don’t always talk about what faith produces. Faith has side-effects. Not the negative kind you see listed at the end of a pharmaceutical … Continue reading →

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The Side-Effects of Patience

Posted on February 28, 2026 by Mark Cole

We live in a culture of microwaves, high-speed internet, and same-day delivery. We don’t wait well. We tap our fingers at red lights. We check our phones in grocery lines. We grow restless with people who don’t move at our … Continue reading →

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Take Courage: He Is Here

Posted on February 27, 2026 by Mark Cole

In Gospel of Mark 6, the disciples are straining at the oars in the middle of the night. The wind is against them. They are exhausted. And then they see something that terrifies them even more than the storm — … Continue reading →

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Water Baptism: Buried, Cleansed, Raised

Posted on February 26, 2026 by Mark Cole

Water baptism is one of the clearest, boldest acts of obedience in the Christian life. It is simple. It is public. And it is powerful. From the banks of the Jordan River to church baptistries today, baptism has marked the … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: faith

Controlling Your Tongue: One of Life’s Most Important Disciplines

10 Things That Happen When You Pray

10 Practical Ways To Know The Most Important Thing To Do

The Power of Faith, Prayer, and Forgiveness

What Do You Want Jesus To Do For You?

When You Have One Loaf — And Jesus in the Boat

The Side-Effects Of Faith

The Side-Effects of Patience

Take Courage: He Is Here

Water Baptism: Buried, Cleansed, Raised

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