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Living Beyond Myself

Posted on August 17, 2025 by Mark Cole

Paul makes a striking statement in 1 Corinthians 10:33:“I, too, try to please everyone in everything I do. I don’t just do what is best for me; I do what is best for others so that many may be saved.” … Continue reading →

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Praying Bold Prayers: Lessons from Jabez

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Mark Cole

In the middle of a long genealogy in 1 Chronicles, we meet a man who dares to stand out—not because of his wealth, military conquests, or political influence, but because of a single, audacious prayer: “Oh, that you would bless … Continue reading →

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When Disputes Arise in the Family of God

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Mark Cole

1 Corinthians 6:1 – “When one of you has a dispute with another believer, how dare you file a lawsuit and ask a secular court to decide the matter instead of taking it to other believers!” The Apostle Paul writes … Continue reading →

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What We Can Learn from 1 Chronicles 1–3

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Mark Cole

If you’ve ever started your Bible reading with 1 Chronicles 1–3, you know what I mean when I say, “It’s a lot of names!” Page after page of family lists can feel like a fast-forward section of Scripture. But buried … Continue reading →

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More Than You Can Imagine: What God Has Prepared

Posted on August 7, 2025 by Mark Cole

“No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love Him.”— 1 Corinthians 2:9 (NLT) Life is filled with breathtaking moments — the awe of a mountain sunrise, the … Continue reading →

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God Gives Rest: A Reflection on Psalm 127:2

Posted on August 7, 2025 by Mark Cole

“It is useless for you to work so hard from early morning until late at night,anxiously working for food to eat; for God gives rest to His loved ones.” – Psalm 127:2 (NLT) We live in a culture that glorifies … Continue reading →

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Why I Went to University (Even When My Pastor Said Not To)

Posted on August 5, 2025 by Mark Cole

“The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord.” – Psalm 37:23 When I was 17, I sat across from my pastor, looking for guidance. University was on my heart, and I wanted spiritual counsel about my next … 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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Living Ready: Our Attitude Toward the Second Coming

Posted on August 1, 2025 by Mark Cole

“For you know quite well that the day of the Lord’s return will come unexpectedly, like a thief in the night.”— 1 Thessalonians 5:2 (NLT) From the earliest days of the church, believers have lived in anticipation of Christ’s return. … 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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