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The Good Things God Wants for You

Posted on May 30, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most encouraging truths in the Bible is that God is a good Father who desires good things for His children. Many people view God as distant, demanding, or difficult to please. Yet Scripture paints a very different … Continue reading →

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The Holy Spirit: Comforter, Counselor, Friend

Posted on May 22, 2026 by Mark Cole

Just before Jesus went to the cross, He spoke some deeply comforting words to His disciples: “I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Advocate, who will never leave you. He is the Holy Spirit, who leads … Continue reading →

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How Jesus Handled Betrayal

Posted on May 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

Few things hurt more deeply than betrayal.A trusted friend lies to you.A spouse becomes unfaithful.A church member turns against you.Someone you sacrificed for walks away. Jesus understands betrayal more than anyone. He was betrayed by one of His closest followers, … Continue reading →

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Where Do Your Blessings Come From?

Posted on May 9, 2026 by Mark Cole

Every good thing in your life has a source. Your health.Your family.Your friendships.Your opportunities.Your abilities.Your daily provision.Your salvation. The Bible continually reminds us that blessings do not ultimately come from luck, talent, government programs, investments, or human effort alone. They … Continue reading →

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Do You Know Jesus?

Posted on January 7, 2026 by Mark Cole

It’s a simple question, but it cuts deep. Not do you know about Jesus. Not have you heard His name, grown up in church, sung the songs, or read a few verses. The real question is this: Do you know … Continue reading →

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The Prayer Lives of Great Men of the Bible

Posted on December 22, 2025 by Mark Cole

What They Knew That We Often Forget When we read about the great men of the Bible, it’s easy to be impressed by their courage, leadership, miracles, or faith under pressure. But beneath every public act of obedience was a … Continue reading →

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“I Am the Way, the Truth, and the Life” — The Most Exclusive, Inclusive Invitation Ever Given

Posted on December 2, 2025 by Mark Cole

Jesus told him, “I am the way, the truth, and the life.No one can come to the Father except through Me.” — John 14:6 (NLT) There are some verses that sit at the very center of the Christian faith. John … Continue reading →

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Equipped: How Scripture Shapes, Corrects, and Prepares Us

Posted on November 22, 2025 by Mark Cole

“All Scripture is inspired by God and is useful to teach us what is trueand to make us realize what is wrong in our lives. It corrects us when we are wrong and teaches us to do what is right. … Continue reading →

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He Understands What You’re Going Through

Posted on October 27, 2025 by Mark Cole

There’s something deeply comforting about knowing that someone understands what you’re going through. When you’re walking through pain, discouragement, or temptation, it can feel like no one really gets it. But then you read this verse from Hebrews 2:18: “Since … Continue reading →

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Called the Friend of God

Posted on July 8, 2025 by Mark Cole

In James 2:23, we find one of the most astonishing titles given to a human being in Scripture: “Abraham believed God, and God counted him as righteous because of his faith. He was even called the friend of God.” What … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: friend

The Good Things God Wants for You

The Holy Spirit: Comforter, Counselor, Friend

How Jesus Handled Betrayal

Where Do Your Blessings Come From?

Do You Know Jesus?

The Prayer Lives of Great Men of the Bible

“I Am the Way, the Truth, and the Life” — The Most Exclusive, Inclusive Invitation Ever Given

Equipped: How Scripture Shapes, Corrects, and Prepares Us

He Understands What You’re Going Through

Called the Friend of God

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