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Great Fathers of the Bible: Lessons for Today

Posted on June 15, 2025 by Mark Cole

Father’s Day is a time to honour the men who have shaped our lives with strength, wisdom, and love. The Bible gives us powerful stories of fathers—some who led with courage and integrity, others who made mistakes but grew through … Continue reading →

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“Everything Is a Gift” – Living with Grateful Eyes

Posted on June 7, 2025 by Mark Cole

John 17:7 – “Now they know that everything I have is a gift from You.” These words from Jesus, spoken in His prayer to the Father, reveal something profound about how He viewed His life, ministry, and mission: everything He … Continue reading →

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Would You Like To Go To Heaven?

Posted on June 7, 2025 by Mark Cole

That may sound like a strange question—“Would you like to go to heaven?”—but it’s one worth asking. Many people assume they’re going to heaven because they’ve lived a decent life, gone to church, helped others, or believed in God in … Continue reading →

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How J.S. Bach’s Faith Influenced His Music

Posted on January 28, 2025 by Mark Cole

Johann Sebastian Bach is often regarded as one of the greatest composers in history, a towering figure in the world of classical music. However, Bach was not only a musical genius—he was also a deeply committed Christian whose faith profoundly … Continue reading →

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Praying “THE LORD’S PRAYER” Matthew 6:9-13

Posted on September 8, 2024 by Mark Cole

I love the prayer that Jesus used to teach us how to pray. Years ago I made a small laminated copy of this teaching on the Lord’s Prayer to help my prayer life. I still refer to it frequently when I … Continue reading →

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How Does God Correct Us?

Posted on March 3, 2018 by Mark Cole

By Leon Maiolo (edited and updated by Mark Cole) How does God correct His children? Does God correct us by punishing us with physical, emotional or financial trials and adversities? Are sickness and disease, trials and tribulations God’s way of … Continue reading →

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Dads Are Awesome!

Posted on June 15, 2014 by Mark Cole

I have been blessed to have had four great fathers in my life. My first dad, ‘Bud’ Cole, was a hard-working taxi cab driver and woodworker. Dad Cole taught me how to water ski and swim. I can remember many … Continue reading →

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Revealing Facts On The Importance Of Fathers

Posted on June 14, 2014 by Mark Cole

In the Bible, the word “father” is found more than 1,100 times. Increasing father involvement in their children’s live is one of the most important ways to address material and spiritual poverty. So fathers, you are important! Almost every study … Continue reading →

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I Am Thankful For Great Parents!

Posted on May 25, 2014 by Mark Cole

I was just looking at the Cole-Preston’s annual Christmas picture this week. There in the front sits Mom & Dad Preston (Ron and Margaret). What great parents! What faithful and godly people. My mom became a widow with four small … Continue reading →

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