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Why Do Christians Believe Sex Should Be Reserved for Marriage?

Posted on January 28, 2026 by Mark Cole

In today’s culture, the idea of waiting until marriage for sex often sounds outdated, restrictive, or unrealistic. Yet for Christians, this belief isn’t about rules for the sake of rules—it’s about trust, design, love, and human flourishing. Far from being … Continue reading →

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Why Do Christians Believe God Is Good?

Posted on January 25, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most common statements you’ll hear from Christians is, “God is good.” But this isn’t just a positive slogan or wishful thinking. It’s a deep conviction rooted in Scripture, experience, and the character of God Himself. So why … Continue reading →

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Why Do Christians Believe That Jesus Is the Only Way to Heaven?

Posted on January 25, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most common—and often most challenging—questions people ask Christians is this: Why do you believe Jesus is the only way to heaven? In a culture that values tolerance, diversity, and multiple paths to truth, that claim can sound … Continue reading →

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Why Do Christians Believe That God Still Heals?

Posted on January 24, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most common questions people ask about faith and suffering is this: Does God still heal today? For Christians, the answer is a confident yes—not always in the ways we expect, but always in ways that reflect His … Continue reading →

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From Small Beginnings, Great Kingdom

Posted on January 20, 2026 by Mark Cole

Jesus often taught about God’s Kingdom using everyday images. One of the simplest—and most powerful—is the mustard seed: “The Kingdom of Heaven is like a mustard seed planted in a field. It is the smallest of all seeds, but it … Continue reading →

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Come to Me: The Promise of True Rest

Posted on January 16, 2026 by Mark Cole

Jesus’ words in Matthew 11:28–30 may be some of the most tender and hopeful in all of Scripture: “Come to Me, all of you who are weary and carry heavy burdens, and I will give you rest… For My yoke … Continue reading →

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The Touch That Changed Everything

Posted on January 13, 2026 by Mark Cole

In the middle of a chaotic crowd, on the way to an urgent miracle, Jesus stops.He turns.He sees her.And with two simple, tender sentences, He changes a lifetime of suffering into a moment of complete restoration: “Daughter, be encouraged! Your … Continue reading →

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The Way That Leads to Life

Posted on January 12, 2026 by Mark Cole

“The way of the godly leads to life;that path does not lead to death.”— Proverbs 12:28 Scripture often presents life as a path. Not a moment. Not a single decision. A way—a direction we choose and continue to walk in … Continue reading →

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Put Your Hope in the LORD—Now and Always

Posted on January 11, 2026 by Mark Cole

“O Israel, put your hope in the LORD—now and always.” (Psalm 131:3) This short verse carries a lifelong call. It is not emotional hype or a temporary encouragement. It is a steady, anchored invitation: put your hope in the LORD—now … Continue reading →

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Why Are You Afraid? You Have So Little Faith!”

Posted on January 11, 2026 by Mark Cole

There are moments in the Gospels when Jesus asks questions that cut straight to the heart. This is one of them. “Why are you afraid? You have so little faith!” Jesus spoke these words to His disciples while they were … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: hope

Why Do Christians Believe Sex Should Be Reserved for Marriage?

Why Do Christians Believe God Is Good?

Why Do Christians Believe That Jesus Is the Only Way to Heaven?

Why Do Christians Believe That God Still Heals?

From Small Beginnings, Great Kingdom

The Touch That Changed Everything

The Way That Leads to Life

Put Your Hope in the LORD—Now and Always

Why Are You Afraid? You Have So Little Faith!”

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