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The Honor of Walking Away

Posted on June 20, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Avoiding a fight is a mark of honor; only fools insist on quarreling.” — Proverbs 20:3 (NLT) There’s something deeply countercultural about this Proverb. In a society where people are quick to defend their opinions, stand their ground, and “clap … Continue reading →

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The Road to Riches, Honor, and Long Life

Posted on June 17, 2025 by Mark Cole

The book of Proverbs is a treasure trove of wisdom, offering timeless principles for living a life that is both fruitful and God-honoring. One such principle is found in Proverbs 22:4: “True humility and fear of the Lord lead to riches, honor, and long life.” This single verse encapsulates a profound truth that, when embraced, can transform our lives. Continue reading →

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Dealing with Guilt

Posted on June 14, 2025 by Mark Cole

Guilt is one of those uncomfortable emotions that every human being encounters. It sneaks in when we’ve done something wrong, failed to do what was right, or hurt someone we care about. While our culture often dismisses guilt or masks … Continue reading →

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When Humility Opens Your Eyes

Posted on June 9, 2025 by Mark Cole

Some people walk through life never noticing the quiet ways God is moving. Others seem to see His hand everywhere—in answered prayers, divine timing, unexpected provision, or even in nature’s beauty. What’s the difference? Psalm 69:32 gives us a powerful … Continue reading →

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The Surprising Path to Riches, Honor, and Long Life

Posted on May 22, 2025 by Mark Cole

How Humility and the Fear of the Lord Open the Door to God’s Best “True humility and fear of the Lord lead to riches, honor, and long life.” — Proverbs 22:4 (NLT) We live in a world obsessed with success. … Continue reading →

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The Unexpected Rewards of Chasing the Right Things

Posted on May 22, 2025 by Mark Cole

Proverbs 21:21 — “Whoever pursues righteousness and unfailing love will find life, righteousness, and honor.” We live in a world where everyone is chasing something—success, recognition, influence, wealth, happiness. But Proverbs 21:21 offers a very different kind of chase: “Whoever … Continue reading →

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All the Ways the Bible Says to Worship God

Posted on May 17, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Come, everyone! Clap your hands! Shout to God with joyful praise!” – Psalm 47:1 This verse jumped off the page in my Bible reading this morning. It reminded me again that worship is not a dull or passive thing—it’s meant … Continue reading →

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When Light Feels Uncomfortable

Posted on May 13, 2025 by Mark Cole

“God’s light came into the world, but people loved the darkness more than the light, for their actions were evil.”— John 3:19 (NLT) This verse from John 3 stopped me in my tracks the other morning. It’s easy to focus … Continue reading →

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“Then He Opened Their Minds”: How Jesus Helps Us Understand Scripture

Posted on May 8, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Then He opened their minds to understand the Scriptures.”— Luke 24:45 (CSB) This simple phrase tucked into Luke 24 has sparked my curiosity. Jesus, the risen Lord, is walking with His disciples, and in this quiet moment, He opens their … Continue reading →

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“Not My Will, But Yours Be Done” — The Power of Surrender

Posted on May 3, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Father, if You are willing, please take this cup of suffering away from Me. Yet I want Your will to be done, not Mine.”— Luke 22:42 (NLT) These are among the most powerful words ever spoken. In the Garden of … Continue reading →

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