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Tag Archives: friends
Trusting God When Friends Die Young
Lately, I’ve been sitting with thoughts about life and death in a more personal way. Two musicians I cared deeply about—friends from different seasons of my life—have both passed away. One was a musical mentor. The other was a childhood … Continue reading
Posted in Bible, God, Leadership, Wisdom
Tagged believing God, choosing trust, cut short, faith, friends, God does not explain, I trust You, impact, learning to trust, life and death, mentor, musical mentor, musicians, mystery, shorter life, suffer, trusting God, why?, without answers
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The Gift of One Day in Seven
One of the most life-giving principles in the Bible is the idea of taking one day off in seven. From the very beginning, God modeled this rhythm. After six days of creation, Scripture says, “On the seventh day God rested … Continue reading
Posted in Bible, Church, Family, God, Health, Wisdom
Tagged clarity, Creator, faith, family, food, friends, gift, gratitude, laughter, life-giving, meal, nap, one day, peace, prayer, principles, realign, recalibrate, reconnection, reflect, rejoice, relationship, rest, rested, restores, rhythm, Sabbath, sacred, scripture, strength, time in nature, Trust, unplug, work
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The Power and Influence of Great Friends
We were never meant to walk through life alone. From the very beginning, God said, “It is not good for man to be alone.” That statement doesn’t just apply to marriage—it also speaks to the deep need we all have … Continue reading
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Tagged alone, challenge, encourage, friend, friends, friendship, grow, habits, help, influence, relationship, sharpen, true friend
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Seven Habits Of Healthy Worship Leaders
I recently celebrated 50 years since I started into full-time music ministry. There have been some incredible highs and a few lows along the way. But, I have always been amazed at the faithfulness of God. Here are a few … Continue reading
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Tagged accountable, Bible, diet, exercise, faith, family, forgive, forgiveness, friends, gifts, Go, growing, habits, healthy, home, humbe, humble, humility, improving, integrity, leadership, love, music ministry, peaceful, prayer, recharge, relationships, rest, talents, teams, train people, worship leader
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Heart Health
I was recently reminded of the importance of keeping my heart spiritually healthy. I was reminded to keep my love for the Lord as a top priority in my life. What does that look like in your daily life? It … Continue reading
Posted in God, Healing, Jesus, Leadership, Wisdom, Worship
Tagged Bible, children, church, control, exercise, faithfulness, family, forgive, friends, Good Samaritan, internet, media, passion, prayer, psyche, pure, thankfulness
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Merry Christmas 🎄🎁 ❤️
I was reflecting on God’s goodness this morning and I wanted to send out a Christmas greeting and thank-you to all our friends, family and supporters. Last year Anna and I moved back to Calgary to set-out on a new … Continue reading
Posted in Church, Family, God, Jesus, Music, Worship
Tagged faith, family, friends, God is faithful, health, Mark Cole, Merry Christmas, support
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Seven Keys To Longevity In Ministry
I recently celebrated 40 years since I started into full-time ministry. There have been some incredible highs and a few lows along the way. But, I have always been amazed at the faithfulness of God. Here are a few things … Continue reading
Celebrating Generosity
I am trying to learn how to be more generous. I have been blessed to be surrounded by generous people. My wife is generous. She has blessed me and our family with her servant’s heart. She loves to provide a … Continue reading
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Tagged encourage, family, forgiveness, friends, generosity, generous, give, God, hope, Jesus, love, peace, supportive, wife
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My Friends Rock!
I am thankful for friends. My wife, Anna, and I have been blessed to have many long term friends. Recently a friend of almost thirty years invited us over for dinner. He just wanted to serve us. In his words, ‘You … Continue reading
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