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What Turned a Roman Soldier Into a Believer?

Posted on May 29, 2026 by Mark Cole

“When the Roman officer who stood facing Him saw how He had died, he exclaimed, ‘This man truly was the Son of God!’”— Mark 15:39 (NLT) It is one of the most fascinating moments in Scripture. A hardened Roman centurion … Continue reading →

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The Promise Of The Holy Spirit

Posted on May 24, 2026 by Mark Cole

Just before Jesus went to the cross, rose from the dead, and returned to the Father, He gave His followers one of the greatest promises in Scripture: the promise of the Holy Spirit. The disciples were troubled. Jesus had been … Continue reading →

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How To Flourish Spiritually In Every Season

Posted on May 23, 2026 by Mark Cole

Life moves through seasons. There are seasons of joy and breakthrough. Seasons of waiting and uncertainty. Seasons of strength and productivity. And seasons where we feel tired, discouraged, or spiritually dry. Yet God’s desire is that we continue to flourish … Continue reading →

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The Holy Spirit: Comforter, Counselor, Friend

Posted on May 22, 2026 by Mark Cole

Just before Jesus went to the cross, He spoke some deeply comforting words to His disciples: “I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Advocate, who will never leave you. He is the Holy Spirit, who leads … Continue reading →

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What Did Jesus Mean by “Greater Works”?

Posted on May 21, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most astonishing statements Jesus ever made is found in the Gospel of John: “I tell you the truth, anyone who believes in Me will do the same works I have done, and even greater works, because I … Continue reading →

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The Power of The Name of the Lord

Posted on May 18, 2026 by Mark Cole

Names are important. They carry meaning, identity, reputation, and authority. In the Bible, the name of the Lord is far more than a title. It represents God’s character, power, holiness, love, faithfulness, and presence. Throughout Scripture, people called on the … Continue reading →

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The Night Jesus Changed Passover Forever

Posted on May 18, 2026 by Mark Cole

For over a thousand years, the Jewish people celebrated Passover as a reminder of God’s deliverance from slavery in Egypt. Families gathered around tables, ate the Passover meal, and remembered the night when the blood of the lamb protected God’s … Continue reading →

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How the World Will Recognize Followers of Jesus

Posted on May 17, 2026 by Mark Cole

On the night before the cross, Jesus gave His disciples a simple but revolutionary command: “So now I am giving you a new commandment: Love each other. Just as I have loved you, you should love each other. Your love … Continue reading →

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Raising Children God’s Way

Posted on May 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

Raising children is one of the greatest joys and one of the greatest responsibilities God gives us. Children are not interruptions to life—they are gifts from God, entrusted to us for a season. The Bible has a great deal to … Continue reading →

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Overcoming Fear

Posted on May 13, 2026 by Mark Cole

Fear is one of the most powerful emotions in the human heart. It can keep us awake at night, steal our peace, weaken our faith, and stop us from stepping into the future God has for us. Fear whispers things … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: love

What Turned a Roman Soldier Into a Believer?

How To Flourish Spiritually In Every Season

The Holy Spirit: Comforter, Counselor, Friend

The Power of The Name of the Lord

The Night Jesus Changed Passover Forever

How the World Will Recognize Followers of Jesus

Raising Children God’s Way

Overcoming Fear

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