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Thank You for Supporting Our Missions Trip to Albania

Posted on July 29, 2025 by Mark Cole

Anna and I want to say a heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported our recent missions trip to Albania—whether through financial giving, prayer, or words of encouragement. We are so grateful for your partnership! The trip was truly impactful, … Continue reading →

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When God’s Loved Ones Die

Posted on July 26, 2025 by Mark Cole

Psalm 116:15 – “The Lord cares deeply when His loved ones die.” (NLT) Death is one of life’s hardest moments. Whether sudden or expected, it leaves a hole in our hearts. But in Psalm 116, we find a simple, powerful … Continue reading →

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No Longer a Slave—Now an Heir

Posted on July 17, 2025 by Mark Cole

I’m sitting at the Rome airport, waiting for my flight back to Canada. After several incredible weeks of travel and ministry, my heart is full—but tired. As I opened my Bible this morning, one verse in Galatians leapt off the … Continue reading →

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Amos: Wake-Up Call from a Farmer

Posted on July 12, 2025 by Mark Cole

The book of Amos is only nine chapters long, but it delivers one of the most jarring wake-up calls in all of Scripture—and it came from an unlikely source: a farmer. Amos wasn’t a prophet by training. He was a … Continue reading →

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The Repentance of a Wicked King

Posted on July 5, 2025 by Mark Cole

Lessons from 1 Kings 21:27–29 “But when Ahab heard this message, he tore his clothing, dressed in burlap, and fasted. He even slept in burlap and went about in deep mourning. Then another message from the Lord came to Elijah: … Continue reading →

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When the Wicked Seem to Win

Posted on June 23, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Don’t envy sinners, but always continue to fear the Lord.You will be rewarded for this; your hope will not be disappointed.”—Proverbs 23:17–18 (NLT) Have you ever looked around and thought, “Why do people who ignore God seem to be doing … Continue reading →

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The Proof of the Resurrection of Jesus

Posted on June 12, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the most profound claims in all of history is this: Jesus Christ rose from the dead.If true, it validates everything He said about Himself—His identity as the Son of God, His victory over sin, and His power to … Continue reading →

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The World’s Quiet Revolutionaries

Posted on June 11, 2025 by Mark Cole

In every generation, people have looked for power in all the usual places—governments, wealth, celebrity, and influence. But quietly and faithfully, a different kind of power has been at work. It doesn’t demand attention, yet it shapes nations. It doesn’t … Continue reading →

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What Was I Made For? What’s My Purpose?

Posted on June 10, 2025 by Mark Cole

Have you ever wondered, “Why am I here?” or “What am I supposed to do with my life?” These are some of the most profound questions we can ask. Across cultures and centuries, people have searched for purpose and meaning. … Continue reading →

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Secrets of a Fruitful Life

Posted on June 5, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Yes, I am the vine; you are the branches. Those who remain in Me, and I in them, will produce much fruit. For apart from Me you can do nothing.” — John 15:5 Everyone longs for their life to count—for … Continue reading →

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