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Being Filled With Wisdom

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Mark Cole

There is a big difference between knowledge and wisdom. Knowledge gathers information; wisdom knows what to do with it. You can have a head full of facts and still make poor decisions—but a person filled with wisdom walks steadily, makes … Continue reading →

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Speak the Truth in Love

Posted on March 15, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the greatest challenges in relationships is telling the truth. Most people fall into one of two traps. Some people speak the truth—but they do it harshly, bluntly, and without kindness. Others are loving and gentle—but they avoid telling … Continue reading →

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What Are The Side-Effects of Kindness?

Posted on February 24, 2026 by Mark Cole

Kindness looks simple. A smile. A listening ear. A generous act. A patient response when you could have snapped. But kindness is not small. According to Scripture, kindness is a fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22). That means it is … Continue reading →

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How to differentiate between constructive and destructive criticism?

Posted on June 13, 2024 by Mark Cole

The book of Proverbs offers several principles to help discern when criticism is justified and should be accepted, or when it should be disregarded: Continue reading →

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