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An Introduction to 2 Corinthians: Strength in the Midst of Struggle

Posted on August 25, 2026 by Mark Cole

The second letter to the Corinthians is one of the most personal and heartfelt letters Paul ever wrote. It gives us a glimpse into the heart of an apostle who loved people deeply, endured tremendous hardship, and yet continued faithfully … Continue reading →

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What We Can Learn From How David Organized the Musicians for Worship

Posted on August 12, 2026 by Mark Cole

When we think about King David, we often think of the shepherd who defeated Goliath, the king who united Israel, or the psalmist who poured out his heart to God. But David was also an extraordinary organizer. One of the … Continue reading →

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Introduction to 1 Chronicles

Posted on August 11, 2026 by Mark Cole

When we come to 1 Chronicles, we may be tempted to skim through the opening chapters. After all, the book begins with long lists of names—family after family, generation after generation. But those genealogies are not simply historical records. They … Continue reading →

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Why Every Christian Should Love the Church

Posted on July 26, 2026 by Mark Cole

There are few things more important to Jesus than His Church. He died to redeem it, He is building it, and one day He will return for it. Yet many Christians today say, “I love Jesus, but I don’t love … Continue reading →

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Jesus: Do You Love Me?

Posted on June 11, 2026 by Mark Cole

Lessons from Jesus’ Conversation with Peter in John 21 One of the most moving conversations in the Bible takes place after Jesus’ resurrection on the shores of the Sea of Galilee. It is a conversation between Jesus and Peter—a disciple … Continue reading →

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Sowing in Tears, Reaping with Joy

Posted on June 6, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Those who plant in tears will harvest with shouts of joy. They weep as they go to plant their seed, but they sing as they return with the harvest.” — Psalm 126:5-6 (NLT) One of God’s great principles is the … Continue reading →

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Psalm 15: Who May Worship the Lord?

Posted on May 25, 2026 by Mark Cole

Psalm 15 is a short psalm, but it asks one of the biggest questions in all of life: “Who may worship in Your sanctuary, Lord?Who may enter Your presence on Your holy hill?” In other words: What kind of person … Continue reading →

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Don’t Let Anger Drive

Posted on May 21, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Don’t sin by letting anger control you. Think about it overnight and remain silent.” – Psalm 4:4 (NLT) Anger is a powerful emotion. Sometimes it rises because of injustice, betrayal, frustration, hurt, exhaustion, or disappointment. The Bible does not say … Continue reading →

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The Cost and Blessings of Following Jesus

Posted on April 18, 2026 by Mark Cole

Following Jesus is the greatest decision a person can make—but it is not an easy one. In a society that celebrates comfort, self-promotion, and independence, the call of Christ cuts across the grain. He never hid that truth. He spoke … Continue reading →

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Wisdom

Posted on April 8, 2026 by Mark Cole

Wisdom is one of the most valuable things a person can pursue—and one of the most misunderstood. We often confuse wisdom with knowledge. But knowledge is simply knowing facts. Wisdom is knowing what to do with them. You can be … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: ministry

An Introduction to 2 Corinthians: Strength in the Midst of Struggle

What We Can Learn From How David Organized the Musicians for Worship

Introduction to 1 Chronicles

Why Every Christian Should Love the Church

Jesus: Do You Love Me?

Sowing in Tears, Reaping with Joy

Psalm 15: Who May Worship the Lord?

Don’t Let Anger Drive

The Cost and Blessings of Following Jesus

Wisdom

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