Tag Archives: God

Lessons From the Burning Bush

Posted on February 7, 2026 by Mark Cole

(Exodus 3–4) Few moments in Scripture are as mysterious and powerful as Moses’ encounter with God at the burning bush. A shepherd tending sheep in the wilderness suddenly finds himself standing on holy ground before the God of Abraham, Isaac, … Continue reading →

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How God Uses Dreams

Posted on February 3, 2026 by Mark Cole

Throughout Scripture, God often communicates with people in ways that bypass ordinary human reasoning—and dreams are one of His most consistent tools. From Genesis to the Gospels, dreams serve as divine messages, warnings, guidance, and encouragement. While not every dream … Continue reading →

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Why Do Christians Believe Jesus Is the Son of God?

Posted on January 25, 2026 by Mark Cole

This is one of the central questions of Christianity — and not just a theological one, but a deeply personal and life-shaping one. Christians believe Jesus is the Son of God because of what He said about Himself, what He … Continue reading →

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“You Made Me; You Created Me”

Posted on December 30, 2025 by Mark Cole

A Prayer for Understanding and Obedience(Psalm 119:73) “You made me; You created me.Now give me the sense to follow Your commands.” There is something beautifully honest about this verse. It begins with a declaration and ends with a request. First, … Continue reading →

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When God Stirs The Heart

Posted on December 5, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the most beautiful phrases in the book of Ezra is this: “He stirred the heart of Cyrus…” (Ezra 1:1). God moved the heart of a pagan king—Cyrus—to accomplish His purpose and send His people back to Jerusalem to … Continue reading →

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Three Words That Change Everything

Posted on October 21, 2025 by Mark Cole

There’s something powerful about hearing the words, “I love you.”Three simple words — yet they hold the weight of life itself. We often assume the people closest to us already know how we feel. We think, “Of course my wife … Continue reading →

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Why God Chose Paul: The Power of a Transformed Life

Posted on October 11, 2025 by Mark Cole

When we think of Paul the Apostle, it’s almost impossible not to be amazed at his life’s dramatic turnaround. One moment, he was Saul of Tarsus — a zealous Pharisee determined to stamp out the early Christian movement. The next, … Continue reading →

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God’s Love Is Greater Than Our Failures

Posted on September 25, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the most comforting truths in Scripture is that God does not define us by our failures. Instead, He sees what He will accomplish in us through His love, grace, and power. When we stumble, He doesn’t throw us … Continue reading →

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The Blessing That Brings No Sorrow

Posted on September 10, 2025 by Mark Cole

“The blessing of the Lord makes a person rich, and he adds no sorrow with it.”— Proverbs 10:22 (NLT) We live in a culture where wealth and success are sometimes pursued at any cost. People sacrifice health, family, friendships, even … Continue reading →

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When God Seems Far Away

Posted on September 10, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Why, Lord, do you stand far off? Why do you hide yourself in times of trouble?”— Psalm 10:1 We’ve all had moments where it feels like God is distant. Trouble comes, the wicked seem to thrive, and we wonder: Where … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: God

Lessons From the Burning Bush

How God Uses Dreams

Why Do Christians Believe Jesus Is the Son of God?

“You Made Me; You Created Me”

When God Stirs The Heart

Three Words That Change Everything

Why God Chose Paul: The Power of a Transformed Life

God’s Love Is Greater Than Our Failures

The Blessing That Brings No Sorrow

When God Seems Far Away

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