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The Wedding Feast of the Lamb

Posted on December 28, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the most joyful and hope-filled pictures in all of Scripture is found near the end of the Bible—the Wedding Feast of the Lamb in Revelation 19. After pages filled with judgment, conflict, and the defeat of evil, heaven … Continue reading →

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The Prayer Lives of Great Men of the Bible

Posted on December 22, 2025 by Mark Cole

What They Knew That We Often Forget When we read about the great men of the Bible, it’s easy to be impressed by their courage, leadership, miracles, or faith under pressure. But beneath every public act of obedience was a … Continue reading →

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The Path to a Prosperous and Joyful Life

Posted on December 17, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Those who listen to instruction will prosper;those who trust the Lord will be joyful.”— Proverbs 16:20 NLT This short proverb gives us a remarkably practical roadmap for life. In just one sentence, it names two pursuits we all want—prosperity and … Continue reading →

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Psalm 100 — The Joyful Way Into God’s Presence

Posted on December 10, 2025 by Mark Cole

Psalm 100 is one of the most loved passages in Scripture. It’s short, memorable, and overflowing with joy. But it’s also deeply theological. In just five verses, the psalmist gives us a blueprint for how to approach God, how to … Continue reading →

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The Secret to a Full and Joyful Life

Posted on October 24, 2025 by Mark Cole

Everyone wants a full and joyful life—one filled with meaning, peace, and purpose. But the world’s version of fullness often leaves us empty. The apostle Paul reveals a deeper and lasting kind of fullness in Colossians 3:16–17: “Let the message … Continue reading →

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Trusting the God of All Seasons

Posted on September 29, 2025 by Mark Cole

“I am the Lord, and there is no other. I create the light and make the darkness. I send good times and bad times. I, the Lord, am the One who does these things.” (Isaiah 45:6–7) Life is full of … Continue reading →

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Skill and Heart: Lessons from the Levites

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Mark Cole

Scripture:“Each day the Levites and priests sang to the Lord, accompanied by loud instruments. Hezekiah encouraged all the Levites regarding the skill they displayed as they served the Lord.” (2 Chronicles 30:21–22) Worship leaders often wrestle with the balance between … Continue reading →

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Worship that Lasts for Generations

Posted on September 5, 2025 by Mark Cole

In 2 Chronicles 23, after the rightful king Joash was crowned, the people were commanded “to sing and rejoice as David had instructed” (v. 18). Even generations after David, his pattern of worship was still guiding God’s people. That shows … Continue reading →

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How to Enjoy God

Posted on August 17, 2025 by Mark Cole

Adapted from Nicky Gumbel You and I were created to worship. But why? At first glance, the idea that God desires our worship can seem puzzling. Is God vain? Does He need our praise to feel complete? Years ago, C.S. … Continue reading →

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How Can I Always Be Joyful, Prayerful, and Thankful?

Posted on August 1, 2025 by Mark Cole

In 1 Thessalonians 5:16–18, Paul sets what seems like an impossible standard: “Always be joyful. Never stop praying. Be thankful in all circumstances, for this is God’s will for you who belong to Christ Jesus.” This isn’t just a warm … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: joyful

The Wedding Feast of the Lamb

The Prayer Lives of Great Men of the Bible

The Path to a Prosperous and Joyful Life

Psalm 100 — The Joyful Way Into God’s Presence

The Secret to a Full and Joyful Life

Trusting the God of All Seasons

Skill and Heart: Lessons from the Levites

Worship that Lasts for Generations

How to Enjoy God

How Can I Always Be Joyful, Prayerful, and Thankful?

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