Tag Archives: faith

7 Things To Remember Because Time Is Short

Posted on March 21, 2026 by Mark Cole

Life has a way of moving faster than we expect. One day you’re starting out, full of plans and dreams… and before you know it, decades have passed. The Bible reminds us that our lives are “a mist that appears … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, Family, God, Health, Jesus, Leadership, Wisdom | Tagged build up, children, church family, close to God, daily, discourage, do it now, dreams, encourage, eternal life, faith, finish well, focus, forever, forgive, friends, generously, give, God sees, God's kingdom, heal, helping people, humble, I'll do that later, integrity, invest, knowing Him, knowing Jesus, life, love, love deeply, money, obedience, obey quickly, plans, possessions, purpose, relationship, relationship with God, remember, say yes, serve, speak life, spend time, spouse, status, things, time is short, treasures in heaven, truth, walk with God, words, wound, your words | Leave a comment

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 →

Posted in Bible, Family, God, God Adventures, Health, Jesus, Leadership, Teaching, Wisdom | Tagged 70's, calling, children, church, community, decade, deeper with God, don't quit, eat wisely, encourage, energy, eyes fixed, faith, faithfulness, family, finish strong, future, good books, grandchildren, grateful, health, humble, invest, keep growing, learn, legacy, life, losses, love deeply, love your spouse, meaningful, meaningful conversation, mentally, mentor, next generation, perspective, plan well, prayer, prepare, purpose, read, scripture, season, seasons, serve, serve faithfully, seventies, share stories, spiritually strong, stay active, stay close, stay sharp, stretch, surprises, teach, victories, walk, wisdom | Leave a comment

A Right Perspective on Mary, the Mother of Jesus

Posted on March 21, 2026 by Mark Cole

Mary, the mother of Jesus, holds a unique and honored place in the story of redemption. Without her willing obedience, the incarnation—the moment God became flesh—would not have unfolded the way it did. Yet, over time, different traditions have viewed … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, Church, God, Jesus | Tagged all-knowing, balanced, blessed, chosen by God, Christ Jesus, endurance, faith, follow God, highly favored, humility, Mary, mediator, Mother of Jesus, obedience, one mediator, perspective, pointed to Jesus, pray to Mary, pray to the Father, prayer, sinless, willing | Leave a comment

The Angel Gabriel: God’s Messenger of Hope and Revelation

Posted on March 20, 2026 by Mark Cole

When God has something important to say—something that will shape history, shift destinies, or reveal His plans—He often sends a messenger. One of the most prominent messengers in Scripture is Gabriel. His appearances are few, but every time he shows … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, God, Holy Spirit, Jesus | Tagged angel, brings news, changeds lives, clarity, closer to Jesus, coming Messiah, divine revelation, Do not be afraid, eternal, everything changes, faith, Gabriel, God intervenes, God reveals, God speaks, God's presence, herald, hope, John the Baptist, messages, messenger, Messiah, Presence of God, revelation, revelations, speak truth, timeline, trust God, understanding, Zechariah | Leave a comment

How To Be Like Joshua and Caleb

Posted on March 20, 2026 by Mark Cole

Joshua and Caleb lived in a defining moment in Israel’s history. Twelve leaders were sent to explore the Promised Land. All twelve saw the same land, the same cities, and the same giants—but only two responded with faith. Their lives … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, God, Leadership | Tagged believed, Caleb, challenge, confidence, conviction, encouragement, endurance, example, faith, faithful, faithfulness, firm under pressure, followed the Lord, full devotion, God's promises, honor God, in God, influence, Joshua, leadership, life of faith, lifetime, not fear, obedience, remained faithful, serve the Lord, sincerity, stand firm, steady, stood firm, the Lord will, trust God, truth, twelve spies, wholeheartedly | Leave a comment

How God Views Obedience

Posted on March 18, 2026 by Mark Cole

Obedience is one of the clearest indicators of our relationship with God. It’s simple to talk about faith, sing about surrender, and agree with truth—but obedience is where belief becomes visible. God does not measure our devotion primarily by what … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, God, Jesus, Leadership, Wisdom | Tagged action, clarity, commands, daily choice, devotion, direct command, Disobedience, faith, faithful, forgive, fruitful, fruitfulness, give, guiding us, how we live, love, love in action, no to sin, obedience, obey God, obey Him, obeying, outward spirituality, peace, pleases God, sacrifice, serve, small things, speak, Surrender, surrendered heart, timing, trust God, truth, wait, what is right, Worship, Yes Lord, Your ways, Your will | Leave a comment

What Is The Difference Between Spiritual Gifts and Natural Talents?

Posted on March 18, 2026 by Mark Cole

A question that often comes up among believers—especially those serving in the church—is this: “What’s the difference between a natural talent and a spiritual gift?” It’s a great question, and understanding the difference can unlock clarity, confidence, and effectiveness in … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, Church, God, Holy Spirit, Leadership, Music, Wisdom | Tagged administration, artistic, athletic, believers, build others, burn out, church, coaching, come from God, common good, common grace, confidence, craftsmanship, creativity, depend on God, develop your talent, different gifts, discernment, discipline, Divine purpose, encouragement, faith, God-given, God's kingdom, hearts are touched, Holy Spirit, humility, leadership, mercy, musical ability, natural talents, obedience, perfect gift, power, practice, prophecy, purpose-driven, relationship with God, serving, skills, spiritual fruit, spiritual gift, spiritual gifts, spiritual growth, strengthening, talented musician, talented singer, talents, teaching | Leave a comment

Lessons from Gethsemane

Posted on March 15, 2026 by Mark Cole

Few moments in the life of Jesus are as sacred and revealing as His prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane. On the night before His crucifixion, Jesus walked with His disciples to this quiet garden on the Mount of Olives. … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, God, Jesus, Wisdom | Tagged angel, faith, garden, Gethsemane, humanity, in private, lifeline, Not my will, obedience, overwhelmed, prayer, pressure, private, private places, sorrow, strength, struggle, suffering, Surrender, Trust, trust God, trusting God | Leave a comment

Caleb: A Man Who Followed God Wholeheartedly

Posted on March 15, 2026 by Mark Cole

Some people start well but fade over time. Others grow cautious, comfortable, and slow down as the years pass. But every once in a while you meet someone who keeps moving forward with faith and courage for their entire life. … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, God, Health, Leadership | Tagged 12 spies, believe God, believing, Caleb, courage, different spirit, eighty-five, faith, faithful, follow God, follow Him, followed God, God is greater, God's promise, mountain, promise, Promised Land, serving, strong, trusting God, twelve spies, vision, whole heart, wholeheartedly, wisdom | Leave a comment

What If God Fought For You?

Posted on March 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most comforting ideas in the entire Bible is this: God fights for His people. Many people imagine life as a lonely struggle—us trying our best while God simply watches from heaven. But the Bible presents a very … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, God, Jesus, Leadership | Tagged Army, battle is not yours, battles, be still, confidence, conflict, courage, discouragement, Egypt, faith, fear, fears, God fights, God fights for you, Goliath, humility, Impossible, injustice, Jesus defeated sin, Lord will fight, need His help, no weapon, obedience, obey Him, overwhelmed, possible, pray, prayer, Red Sea, stand firm, still, stronger, struggles, temptation, trust Him, what is right | Leave a comment

Tag Archives: faith

7 Things To Remember Because Time Is Short

A Right Perspective on Mary, the Mother of Jesus

The Angel Gabriel: God’s Messenger of Hope and Revelation

How To Be Like Joshua and Caleb

How God Views Obedience

What Is The Difference Between Spiritual Gifts and Natural Talents?

Lessons from Gethsemane

Caleb: A Man Who Followed God Wholeheartedly

What If God Fought For You?

Top Posts & Pages

Recent Posts

Categories

Recent Posts

Archives

Categories

Meta

Enjoy this blog? Please spread the word :-)