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Winning the Battle of the Mind: How to Control Negative Thoughts

Posted on December 18, 2025 by Mark Cole

A Biblical Perspective Most spiritual battles are not fought in public. They are fought quietly—between our ears. Negative thoughts don’t announce themselves as enemies. They sound reasonable. Familiar. Even responsible. What if this goes wrong? You’ve failed before. You’re falling … Continue reading →

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What Modern Believers Can Learn from Ezekiel’s “Most Holy Place”

Posted on December 1, 2025 by Mark Cole

As I’ve been reading through Ezekiel, I’ve been reminded again how much the Old Testament temple teaches us about the character of God. Ezekiel 41 gives a detailed, almost architectural description of the Most Holy Place—the innermost sanctuary where God’s … Continue reading →

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Finding God in Dry Seasons

Posted on October 12, 2025 by Mark Cole

Reflections on Psalm 42 “As the deer longs for streams of water, so I long for You, O God. I thirst for God, the living God. When can I go and stand before Him?” — Psalm 42:1–2 Every believer walks … Continue reading →

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How to Be Confident in God

Posted on May 5, 2025 by Mark Cole

“My heart is confident in You, O God;my heart is confident.No wonder I can sing Your praises!”— Psalm 57:7 (NLT) David’s words in Psalm 57 come from a dark cave, not a mountaintop. He was fleeing for his life, yet … Continue reading →

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The Last Words of Jesus on the Cross: Lessons for Every Christian

Posted on February 15, 2025 by Mark Cole

The final words of Jesus on the cross are among the most profound statements in all of Scripture. Spoken in His last moments, they provide deep insight into His mission, His heart, and the lessons we, as His followers, can … Continue reading →

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