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How Can I Make the Most of the Rest of My Life?

Posted on January 18, 2026 by Mark Cole

A Christian perspective This is one of the most important questions a person can ask. Whether you are 25 or 75, the rest of your life matters deeply to God—and it matters more than you may realize. Scripture reminds us: … Continue reading →

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Trusting God When Friends Die Young

Posted on December 18, 2025 by Mark Cole

Lately, I’ve been sitting with thoughts about life and death in a more personal way. Two musicians I cared deeply about—friends from different seasons of my life—have both passed away. One was a musical mentor. The other was a childhood … Continue reading →

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No Greater Joy Than Seeing Our Children Walk in Truth

Posted on December 8, 2025 by Mark Cole

There are some verses in Scripture that hit differently as the years go by. John’s words in 3 John 1:4 are one of them: “I could have no greater joy than to hear that my children are following the truth.” … Continue reading →

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10 Blessings of Using Your Gift to Serve

Posted on November 27, 2025 by Mark Cole

Every follower of Jesus has been entrusted with gifts—spiritual, practical, musical, relational, organizational, and countless others. God never hands out these gifts randomly. He places them in us with purpose, expecting us to invest them, not bury them. And when … Continue reading →

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What Music Pastors Can Learn from Great Coaches

Posted on August 10, 2025 by Mark Cole

If you’ve ever watched a great coach at work, you know they’re more than just play-callers or sideline motivators. They are strategists, mentors, and leaders who inspire their team to work together toward a common goal. As a music pastor, … Continue reading →

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The Letter Signed by Slaves

Posted on July 22, 2025 by Mark Cole

As I opened the book of Philippians this morning, the very first phrase gave me pause:“This letter is from Paul and Timothy, slaves of Christ Jesus.” What a startling way to open a letter. Not “apostles,” not “church planters,” not … Continue reading →

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Lessons from the Story of Elijah and Elisha

Posted on July 7, 2025 by Mark Cole

The story of Elijah and Elisha is one of the most powerful mentor-mentee relationships in the Bible. Their journey together, found primarily in 1 and 2 Kings, teaches us about leadership, legacy, spiritual hunger, and the transfer of anointing. As … Continue reading →

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25 Ways to Improve Your Worship Team

Posted on July 1, 2025 by Mark Cole

Whether you’re leading a team of seasoned musicians or training brand-new volunteers, there’s always room to grow. A great worship team doesn’t happen by accident—it’s the result of intentional development in skill, attitude, preparation, and spiritual depth. Here are 25 … Continue reading →

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Great Fathers of the Bible: Lessons for Today

Posted on June 15, 2025 by Mark Cole

Father’s Day is a time to honour the men who have shaped our lives with strength, wisdom, and love. The Bible gives us powerful stories of fathers—some who led with courage and integrity, others who made mistakes but grew through … Continue reading →

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Living with Faith and Purpose In Your Later Years

Posted on April 10, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Give Me the Hill Country!” “Today I am eighty-five years old. I am as strong now as I was when Moses sent me on that journey, and I can still travel and fight as well as I could then. So … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: mentor

How Can I Make the Most of the Rest of My Life?

Trusting God When Friends Die Young

No Greater Joy Than Seeing Our Children Walk in Truth

10 Blessings of Using Your Gift to Serve

What Music Pastors Can Learn from Great Coaches

The Letter Signed by Slaves

Lessons from the Story of Elijah and Elisha

25 Ways to Improve Your Worship Team

Great Fathers of the Bible: Lessons for Today

Living with Faith and Purpose In Your Later Years

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