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25 Reasons to Praise the Lord

Posted on June 4, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Praise the Lord!” — Psalm 150:6 (NLT) Praise is one of the greatest privileges of the Christian life. We don’t praise God merely because life is easy; we praise Him because He … Continue reading →

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8 Keys To Walking Close To God

Posted on May 28, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the greatest joys in life is walking closely with God. There is nothing more satisfying than living with a clear conscience, hearing His voice, sensing His presence, and knowing you are in step with Him. The Bible is … Continue reading →

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Light for the Journey

Posted on May 7, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Light shines on the godly, and joy on those whose hearts are right.” — Psalms 97:11 There is something deeply hopeful about this verse. It reminds us that God does not leave His people stumbling through darkness forever. Light shines. … Continue reading →

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How to Find Strength in Difficult Times

Posted on May 7, 2026 by Mark Cole

“David found strength in the Lord his God.”— 1 Samuel 30:6 Everyone faces difficult times. Some seasons are filled with joy, momentum, and blessing. Other seasons feel heavy and exhausting. Life can suddenly become complicated through loss, disappointment, financial stress, … Continue reading →

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In the Beginning Was the Word

Posted on March 18, 2026 by Mark Cole

A Reflection on John 1:1–5 Few passages in Scripture are as profound, poetic, and foundational as John 1:1–5. These opening lines don’t just introduce a gospel—they introduce us to eternity, to the nature of Christ, and to the very source … Continue reading →

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10 Practical Ways To Know The Most Important Thing To Do

Posted on March 10, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the great challenges of life is knowing what deserves our attention right now. Every day presents us with dozens of choices, responsibilities, interruptions, and opportunities. Without wisdom, it’s easy to spend our energy on things that are merely … Continue reading →

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Lessons From the Cloud and Pillar of Fire

Posted on February 11, 2026 by Mark Cole

Exodus 13:21–22 “The LORD went ahead of them. He guided them during the day with a pillar of cloud, and at night with a pillar of fire, so they could travel by day or night. The LORD did not remove … Continue reading →

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The Way of the Lord: A Stronghold or a Ruin

Posted on February 10, 2026 by Mark Cole

Proverbs 10:29 — “The way of the Lord is a stronghold to those with integrity, but it destroys the wicked.” This proverb gives us one of Scripture’s sharp contrasts. The same “way of the Lord” produces two very different outcomes, … Continue reading →

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You Are the Light of the World

Posted on January 6, 2026 by Mark Cole

Jesus’ words in Matthew 5 are both a declaration and a calling: “You are the light of the world—like a city on a hilltop that cannot be hidden…” Notice that Jesus does not say, “Try to become the light,” or … Continue reading →

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“Let There Be Light”: The First Word That Changed Everything

Posted on January 1, 2026 by Mark Cole

Genesis 1:3–4 Then God said, “Let there be light,” and there was light. And God saw that the light was good. The first recorded words spoken by God into creation were not instructions, warnings, or judgments. They were a declaration … Continue reading →

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25 Reasons to Praise the Lord

8 Keys To Walking Close To God

Light for the Journey

In the Beginning Was the Word

10 Practical Ways To Know The Most Important Thing To Do

The Way of the Lord: A Stronghold or a Ruin

You Are the Light of the World

“Let There Be Light”: The First Word That Changed Everything

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