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Where the Spirit of the Lord Is, There Is Freedom

Posted on August 28, 2026 by Mark Cole

“For the Lord is the Spirit, and wherever the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom.” — 2 Corinthians 3:17 Freedom is something people deeply desire. We want freedom from fear, worry, guilt, addiction, shame, painful memories, and the … Continue reading →

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Your Past Is Not Your Identity

Posted on August 8, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Some of you were once like that. But you were cleansed; you were made holy; you were made right with God by calling on the name of the Lord Jesus Christ and by the Spirit of our God.” — 1 … Continue reading →

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10 Things That Matter More Than Money

Posted on July 23, 2026 by Mark Cole

Money matters. We need it to buy food, pay our bills, provide for our families, and prepare for the future. The Bible never teaches that money is evil. In fact, money can be a wonderful servant when used wisely and … Continue reading →

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What Is True Freedom?

Posted on July 19, 2026 by Mark Cole

“So if the Son sets you free, you are truly free.” — John 8:36 (NLT) Freedom is one of humanity’s greatest longings. Nations fight for it. People sacrifice for it. Songs celebrate it. We all want to be free. But … Continue reading →

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The Blessing of Being Forgiven

Posted on June 3, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the greatest blessings God offers us is the gift of forgiveness. People spend years carrying the weight of guilt, regret, shame, and failure. Some try to ignore it. Others try to make up for it through good works, … Continue reading →

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Bible Characters Who Probably Struggled With Mental Health

Posted on May 22, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the encouraging things about the Bible is that it does not hide human weakness. Scripture is filled with people who loved God deeply, obeyed Him courageously, and still battled overwhelming emotions, fear, despair, exhaustion, grief, and anxiety. The … Continue reading →

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The Joy of Being Forgiven

Posted on May 13, 2026 by Mark Cole

There are few greater feelings in life than being forgiven. When guilt is lifted… when shame is removed… when a relationship is restored… something inside us comes alive again. That is the heart of Psalm 32. This beautiful Psalm was … Continue reading →

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Lessons From the Last Supper

Posted on May 11, 2026 by Mark Cole

On the night before the crucifixion, Jesus gathered His disciples in an upper room for one final meal together. What happened there became one of the most meaningful moments in history. The bread and the wine were not just part … Continue reading →

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How I Wish You Would Understand the Way to Peace

Posted on April 27, 2026 by Mark Cole

Jesus once looked over the city of Jerusalem and spoke these deeply emotional words: “How I wish today that you of all people would understand the way to peace.” (Luke 19:42) These are not cold words of judgment. They are … Continue reading →

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Jesus’ Call to Repentance

Posted on April 16, 2026 by Mark Cole

Repentance is not a popular word today. It can sound harsh, negative, even outdated. But when Jesus began His ministry, His very first message was clear and direct: “Repent, for the Kingdom of Heaven is near.” That wasn’t a side … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: guilt

Where the Spirit of the Lord Is, There Is Freedom

Your Past Is Not Your Identity

10 Things That Matter More Than Money

What Is True Freedom?

The Blessing of Being Forgiven

Bible Characters Who Probably Struggled With Mental Health

The Joy of Being Forgiven

Lessons From the Last Supper

How I Wish You Would Understand the Way to Peace

Jesus’ Call to Repentance

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