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The Paradoxes of Authentic Christian Living

Posted on July 7, 2026 by Mark Cole

Learning to Live God’s Upside-Down Life One of my favorite updated quotes from A.W. Tozer is this: “A real Christian is an unusual person. He feels supreme love for One whom he has never seen, talks familiarly every day to … Continue reading →

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8 Tips On Taking Your Sunday Morning Worship to the Next Level

Posted on June 27, 2026 by Mark Cole

I love leading God’s people in worship. I have been privileged to lead worship teams in my home church and around the world for more than forty years. Along the way, God has taught me many valuable lessons. Here are … Continue reading →

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10 Famous Fathers in the Bible and What They Teach Us

Posted on June 20, 2026 by Mark Cole

“A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children.” — Proverbs 13:22 Father’s Day gives us an opportunity to celebrate the influence of godly fathers. The Bible contains many stories of fathers—some inspiring, some cautionary, and all filled with … Continue reading →

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Does God Have A Plan For Your Life?

Posted on June 6, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most common questions people ask is, “Does God have a plan for my life?” The answer from Scripture is a resounding yes. God is not distant, uninvolved, or unaware of your existence. He created you intentionally, loves … Continue reading →

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Called for Such a Time: Deborah’s Example

Posted on April 15, 2026 by Mark Cole

In one of the darkest seasons in Israel’s history, when leadership was weak and the nation was under oppression, God raised up an unlikely leader—a woman named Deborah. Her story, found in Judges 4–5, is not just a historical account; … Continue reading →

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How Does God Direct Our Lives?

Posted on April 8, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most important questions we ask is: How does God actually lead me? We all want clarity. We want to know we’re making the right decisions, walking the right path, and not missing His voice. Here’s the truth: … Continue reading →

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How Does The Holy Spirit Lead You?

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the great promises of the Christian life is this: you are not left to figure things out on your own. God doesn’t just save you and then step back—He places His Spirit within you to guide, shape, correct, … Continue reading →

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Lessons In Leadership Change: Moses to Joshua

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most significant leadership transitions in Scripture is the passing of the mantle from Moses to Joshua. Moses—the great deliverer, lawgiver, and shepherd of Israel—had led God’s people out of Egypt and through the wilderness for forty years. … Continue reading →

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The Power Of The Christian Worldview

Posted on March 5, 2026 by Mark Cole

Everyone has a worldview. Some people think they don’t. But everyone interprets life through a set of assumptions about God, truth, morality, suffering, purpose, and eternity. Your worldview is the lens through which you see everything — politics, family, money, … Continue reading →

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Where Do Your Gifts and Talents Come From?

Posted on February 20, 2026 by Mark Cole

Have you ever stopped to ask yourself that question? You can play. You can teach. You can build. You can organize. You can lead. You can write. You can listen. You can encourage. You can fix things. You can make … Continue reading →

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The Paradoxes of Authentic Christian Living

8 Tips On Taking Your Sunday Morning Worship to the Next Level

10 Famous Fathers in the Bible and What They Teach Us

Called for Such a Time: Deborah’s Example

How Does God Direct Our Lives?

How Does The Holy Spirit Lead You?

Lessons In Leadership Change: Moses to Joshua

The Power Of The Christian Worldview

Where Do Your Gifts and Talents Come From?

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