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7 Things To Remember Because Time Is Short

Posted on March 21, 2026 by Mark Cole

Life has a way of moving faster than we expect. One day you’re starting out, full of plans and dreams… and before you know it, decades have passed. The Bible reminds us that our lives are “a mist that appears … Continue reading →

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Restitution: Making Things Right

Posted on March 12, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the often-overlooked themes in the Bible is the concept of restitution—the act of making things right when we have wronged someone. Forgiveness is central to the Christian faith, but Scripture also teaches that genuine repentance often includes a … Continue reading →

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How To Enjoy Favor For A Lifetime

Posted on March 6, 2026 by Mark Cole

Everyone loves the idea of favor. We like the thought of doors opening, opportunities appearing, and people showing us kindness and support. In the Bible, favor often describes God’s gracious hand on a person’s life. When God’s favor rests on … Continue reading →

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10 Practical Ways Christians Can Pursue Holiness in Everyday Life

Posted on March 5, 2026 by Mark Cole

In Leviticus God gives this clear command: “You must be holy because I, the Lord your God, am holy.” This command can sound intimidating at first. But holiness is not reserved for pastors, missionaries, or monks. God calls every believer … Continue reading →

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Be Holy Because God Is Holy

Posted on March 5, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most striking commands in the Bible appears in the book of Leviticus: “You must be holy because I, the Lord your God, am holy.” (Leviticus 19:2) At first glance, this command can feel overwhelming. How can ordinary … Continue reading →

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God Sees You

Posted on March 3, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most comforting—and confronting—truths in Scripture is this: God sees you. Not the public version of you.Not the Sunday-morning you.Not the “I’m fine” you. He sees the real you. Seen in the Wilderness In Genesis 16, a young … Continue reading →

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Brought Out to Belong: Why Holiness Still Matters

Posted on February 28, 2026 by Mark Cole

“For I, the Lord, am the One who brought you up from the land of Egypt, that I might be your God. Therefore, you must be holy because I am holy.”— Leviticus 11:45 This single verse carries the heartbeat of … Continue reading →

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Psalm 18: When God Becomes Your Strength

Posted on February 18, 2026 by Mark Cole

There are psalms you read quietly… and there are psalms you almost have to shout. Psalm 18 is a victory song. It was written by David after the Lord rescued him from “the hand of all his enemies and from … Continue reading →

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The Ten Commandments: God’s Blueprint for a Flourishing Life

Posted on February 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

When God gave the Ten Commandments in Exodus 20, He wasn’t handing down random restrictions. He was forming a nation. These commands were given shortly after Israel was delivered from slavery in Egypt. Freedom had just begun—but freedom without boundaries … Continue reading →

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Are You Passing the Test?

Posted on February 13, 2026 by Mark Cole

In Book of Exodus, God tells Moses regarding the manna in the wilderness: “I will test them in this to see whether or not they will follow My instructions.” That line stops me in my tracks. God wasn’t just feeding … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: integrity

7 Things To Remember Because Time Is Short

Restitution: Making Things Right

How To Enjoy Favor For A Lifetime

10 Practical Ways Christians Can Pursue Holiness in Everyday Life

Be Holy Because God Is Holy

God Sees You

Brought Out to Belong: Why Holiness Still Matters

Psalm 18: When God Becomes Your Strength

The Ten Commandments: God’s Blueprint for a Flourishing Life

Are You Passing the Test?

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