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12 Keys To A Happy Marriage

Posted on February 4, 2026 by Mark Cole

A happy marriage doesn’t happen by accident. It is built—slowly, intentionally, and lovingly—over time. Every strong marriage I know is made up of thousands of small choices: to love, to forgive, to listen, and to grow together. Here are twelve … Continue reading →

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7 Things That Can Block Your Prayers

Posted on February 2, 2026 by Mark Cole

Most Christians know that prayer is one of the greatest privileges we have—direct access to God, anytime, anywhere. Yet many believers also know the frustration of praying earnestly and feeling as though their prayers aren’t being answered. The Bible doesn’t … Continue reading →

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The Biblical Standard for Divorce — and the Grace of God for the Wounded

Posted on January 29, 2026 by Mark Cole

Divorce is one of the most painful and complex experiences a person can walk through. It affects hearts, families, finances, children, friendships, and faith. Because of that, it deserves to be spoken about with both truth and tenderness. The Bible … Continue reading →

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Why Do Christians Believe Sex Should Be Reserved for Marriage?

Posted on January 28, 2026 by Mark Cole

In today’s culture, the idea of waiting until marriage for sex often sounds outdated, restrictive, or unrealistic. Yet for Christians, this belief isn’t about rules for the sake of rules—it’s about trust, design, love, and human flourishing. Far from being … Continue reading →

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Trusting God with the Most Important Decisions

Posted on January 26, 2026 by Mark Cole

Genesis 24 is one of the longest and most detailed stories in the book of Genesis, and for good reason. It tells the story of Abraham sending his servant to find a wife for his son Isaac. At first glance, … Continue reading →

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What Comes Out of Your Mouth Matters Most

Posted on January 23, 2026 by Mark Cole

Jesus once said something that shocked His listeners: “It’s not what goes into your mouth that defiles you; you are defiled by the words that come out of your mouth.” (Matthew 15:11) In Jesus’ day, religious leaders were deeply concerned … Continue reading →

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“You Will Desire to Control Your Husband, But He Will Rule Over You”

Posted on January 2, 2026 by Mark Cole

(Genesis 3:16) This is one of the most misunderstood—and often misused—verses in all of Scripture: “You will desire to control your husband,but he will rule over you.” These words have been quoted to justify domination, excuse abuse, and normalize unhealthy … Continue reading →

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12 Keys To An Amazing 2026

Posted on December 31, 2025 by Mark Cole

As another year approaches, many people rush to make resolutions—most of which fade by February. But an amazing year isn’t built on wishful thinking. It’s shaped by daily choices, deep roots, and clear priorities. Scripture reminds us that “the path … Continue reading →

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7 Characteristics of Growing Churches

Posted on December 28, 2025 by Mark Cole

Church growth in North America isn’t accidental—and it isn’t primarily about style, denomination, or budget. Growing churches tend to share a set of intentional characteristics that shape everything they do. They don’t abandon theology or tradition, but they continually ask … Continue reading →

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Restoring My First Love

Posted on December 23, 2025 by Mark Cole

At 70 years old, I didn’t expect to be saying this—but this past year has been one of the Top 10 years of my life. What makes that even more surprising is how the year began. It didn’t start with … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: marriage

12 Keys To A Happy Marriage

7 Things That Can Block Your Prayers

The Biblical Standard for Divorce — and the Grace of God for the Wounded

Why Do Christians Believe Sex Should Be Reserved for Marriage?

Trusting God with the Most Important Decisions

What Comes Out of Your Mouth Matters Most

“You Will Desire to Control Your Husband, But He Will Rule Over You”

12 Keys To An Amazing 2026

7 Characteristics of Growing Churches

Restoring My First Love

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