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10 Life Lessons from the Book of Amos

Posted on July 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Seek good, not evil, that you may live. Then the Lord God Almighty will be with you…” — Amos 5:14 The book of Amos isn’t often listed among people’s favorite books of the Bible. Its pages are filled with warnings, … Continue reading →

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Lessons from the Book of Amos

Posted on July 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

“But let justice roll on like a river, righteousness like a never-failing stream!” — Amos 5:24 The book of Amos is one of the most challenging books in the Old Testament. It is a wake-up call to people who had … Continue reading →

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Standing Against Anti-Semitism

Posted on July 9, 2026 by Mark Cole

A Biblical Response to Hatred Against the Jewish People The headlines are troubling. Around the world—and even here in Canada—anti-Semitism has been increasing. Jewish schools have required greater security. Synagogues have been vandalized. Jewish families have faced harassment simply because … Continue reading →

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When You Should Open Your Mouth

Posted on July 4, 2026 by Mark Cole

20 Times the Bible Commands Us to Speak “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ…” — Romans 1:16 Silence is sometimes wisdom. But silence is not always obedience. The same Bible that warns us about careless words … Continue reading →

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8 Lessons From Solomon’s Temple That Still Matter Today

Posted on June 25, 2026 by Mark Cole

“The whole building, as it was being built, was made of stone prepared at the quarry, and there was neither hammer nor axe nor any iron tool heard in the temple while it was being built.” — 1 Kings 6:7 … Continue reading →

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Created in God’s Image: What It Means and Why It Matters

Posted on June 24, 2026 by Mark Cole

“So God created human beings in His own image. In the image of God He created them; male and female He created them.” (Genesis 1:27) Few truths in the Bible are more profound than the declaration that human beings are … Continue reading →

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Why Was Blood Required for Forgiveness?

Posted on May 26, 2026 by Mark Cole

For many people, one of the hardest parts of the Bible to understand is why sacrifices were necessary for sin to be forgiven. Why did animals have to die in the Old Testament? And why did Jesus have to die … Continue reading →

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Psalm 15: Who May Worship the Lord?

Posted on May 25, 2026 by Mark Cole

Psalm 15 is a short psalm, but it asks one of the biggest questions in all of life: “Who may worship in Your sanctuary, Lord?Who may enter Your presence on Your holy hill?” In other words: What kind of person … Continue reading →

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How Jesus Handled Betrayal

Posted on May 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

Few things hurt more deeply than betrayal.A trusted friend lies to you.A spouse becomes unfaithful.A church member turns against you.Someone you sacrificed for walks away. Jesus understands betrayal more than anyone. He was betrayed by one of His closest followers, … Continue reading →

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What Does It Mean To Be “A Man After God’s Own Heart”?

Posted on April 27, 2026 by Mark Cole

The phrase “a man after God’s own heart” is one of the most striking descriptions found in the Bible. It was spoken about David, the shepherd boy who became king, warrior, psalmist, and leader of Israel. In Acts 13:22, God … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: justice

10 Life Lessons from the Book of Amos

Lessons from the Book of Amos

Standing Against Anti-Semitism

When You Should Open Your Mouth

8 Lessons From Solomon’s Temple That Still Matter Today

Why Was Blood Required for Forgiveness?

Psalm 15: Who May Worship the Lord?

How Jesus Handled Betrayal

What Does It Mean To Be “A Man After God’s Own Heart”?

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