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7 Things God Hates

Posted on February 6, 2026 by Mark Cole

The Bible is full of declarations about God’s love, mercy, grace, and compassion. Yet it also speaks plainly about what God hates. This isn’t a contradiction—it’s a reflection of His perfect character. A God who deeply loves righteousness and human … Continue reading →

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12 Keys To A Happy Marriage

Posted on February 4, 2026 by Mark Cole

A happy marriage doesn’t happen by accident. It is built—slowly, intentionally, and lovingly—over time. Every strong marriage I know is made up of thousands of small choices: to love, to forgive, to listen, and to grow together. Here are twelve … Continue reading →

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“For Many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen”: What Did Jesus Mean?

Posted on February 3, 2026 by Mark Cole

(Matthew 22:14) Few of Jesus’ statements are as sobering—or as clarifying—as this one: “For many are called, but few are chosen.” It appears at the end of the Parable of the Wedding Banquet, and it forces us to wrestle with … Continue reading →

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How Jesus Changes Your Whole View of Life

Posted on January 31, 2026 by Mark Cole

Meeting Jesus doesn’t just add something to your life — it reshapes how you see everything. Many people come to Jesus hoping for help, peace, forgiveness, or direction. And He gives all of that. But over time, something deeper happens: … Continue reading →

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Am I Going To Heaven?

Posted on January 31, 2026 by Mark Cole

The question of how we can know we are going to heaven is one of the most important anyone can ask. Many people wonder about eternity, hoping for heaven but uncertain if they will be there. The good news from … Continue reading →

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From Jacob to Israel: When God Gives You A New Name

Posted on January 31, 2026 by Mark Cole

Genesis 35:9–12 There are moments in Scripture when God does more than speak to a person — He redefines them. This passage is one of those holy moments. “Your name is Jacob, but you will not be called Jacob any … Continue reading →

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The Upside-Down Kingdom: “The Last Will Be First, and the First Will Be Last” (Matthew 20:16)

Posted on January 30, 2026 by Mark Cole

In the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 20, Jesus drops one of His most provocative and counter-cultural statements: “So the last will be first, and the first will be last.” (Matthew 20:16, NIV). This isn’t just a clever saying—it’s the punchline … Continue reading →

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If The LORD Had Not Been On Our Side

Posted on January 30, 2026 by Mark Cole

“If the Lord had not been on our side…”— Psalm 124:1 Psalm 124 begins with a haunting sentence fragment: “If the Lord had not been on our side…” It’s as if the psalmist starts a thought he can barely finish, … Continue reading →

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The Biblical Standard for Divorce — and the Grace of God for the Wounded

Posted on January 29, 2026 by Mark Cole

Divorce is one of the most painful and complex experiences a person can walk through. It affects hearts, families, finances, children, friendships, and faith. Because of that, it deserves to be spoken about with both truth and tenderness. The Bible … Continue reading →

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From Jacob to Israel: A Story of Transformation

Posted on January 29, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most powerful transformation stories in the Bible is the journey of Jacob becoming Israel. It’s not just a name change—it’s a life change. Jacob’s story shows how God reshapes a person’s character, identity, and destiny through encounter, … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: grace

7 Things God Hates

12 Keys To A Happy Marriage

“For Many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen”: What Did Jesus Mean?

How Jesus Changes Your Whole View of Life

Am I Going To Heaven?

From Jacob to Israel: When God Gives You A New Name

The Upside-Down Kingdom: “The Last Will Be First, and the First Will Be Last” (Matthew 20:16)

If The LORD Had Not Been On Our Side

The Biblical Standard for Divorce — and the Grace of God for the Wounded

From Jacob to Israel: A Story of Transformation

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