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The Secret to Health, Strength, and Wisdom

Posted on June 3, 2026 by Mark Cole

We live in a culture that celebrates self-confidence, self-reliance, and self-promotion. We are encouraged to trust ourselves, follow our hearts, and believe in our own wisdom. Yet the book of Proverbs offers a completely different path to a healthy and … Continue reading →

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Keys to Flourishing in Your 60’s, 70’s and 80’s

Posted on April 25, 2026 by Mark Cole

Growing older is not the same as growing weaker in spirit, purpose, or usefulness. Our culture often celebrates youth, but the Bible honours those who continue to walk with God through the later decades of life. Your 60’s, 70’s, and … Continue reading →

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Keys to Seeing Victory in Your Life (Especially After a Season of Defeat)

Posted on April 24, 2026 by Mark Cole

We all go through seasons where things don’t go our way. Prayers seem unanswered. Efforts fall flat. You try again—and still come up short. A few losses in a row can quietly shape your thinking: Maybe this is just how … 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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7 Habits of Couples Who Stay In Love for Decades

Posted on February 17, 2026 by Mark Cole

In a society where marriages often fade under pressure, some couples quietly build love that lasts 30, 40, even 50 years. That kind of love doesn’t happen by accident. It’s built on habits. After decades of marriage and ministry, and … 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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Why Some Musicians Age Out of Ministry (and How Not To)

Posted on December 13, 2025 by Mark Cole

I’m 70 years old and still serving as an active musician and leader in the local church. Over the years, I’ve watched something happen—quietly, gradually, and far too often. Some gifted church musicians don’t leave ministry because they lose ability.They … Continue reading →

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When Smart Becomes Dangerous

Posted on October 26, 2025 by Mark Cole

It’s good to be smart. It’s even better to be wise. But when we start thinking we’re too wise — that we’ve got life figured out, that our opinions are always right, that we no longer need correction — that’s … Continue reading →

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Learning to Hear God’s Voice

Posted on October 1, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the greatest privileges of following Jesus is learning to recognize and respond to His voice. From the opening pages of Scripture to the final words of Revelation, God reveals Himself as a God who speaks. He doesn’t remain … Continue reading →

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Why the Age 30 Is So Significant in the Bible

Posted on August 23, 2025 by Mark Cole

Throughout Scripture, certain ages carry special weight. We see numbers like 7, 12, and 40 pop up repeatedly with spiritual meaning. But one age that stands out with deep biblical significance is 30. Over and over, God sets apart this … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: learning

The Secret to Health, Strength, and Wisdom

Keys to Flourishing in Your 60’s, 70’s and 80’s

Keys to Seeing Victory in Your Life (Especially After a Season of Defeat)

Lessons In Leadership Change: Moses to Joshua

The Path to a Prosperous and Joyful Life

Why Some Musicians Age Out of Ministry (and How Not To)

When Smart Becomes Dangerous

Learning to Hear God’s Voice

Why the Age 30 Is So Significant in the Bible

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