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The River of Healing

Posted on December 4, 2025 by Mark Cole

Ezekiel 47:1–12 gives us one of the most beautiful pictures of spiritual renewal in the entire Bible: a river flowing from the Temple, growing deeper and deeper, bringing life and healing everywhere it goes. It is a reminder that God’s … 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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10 Blessings of a Strong and Faithful Marriage

Posted on November 25, 2025 by Mark Cole

A strong and faithful marriage is one of God’s greatest gifts. It doesn’t happen by accident, and it doesn’t stay healthy without intentional love, grace, patience, and commitment. But when two people choose to honor God and honor each other, … Continue reading →

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Am I Following Jesus or My Own Dream?

Posted on November 1, 2025 by Mark Cole

Every sincere follower of Christ wrestles with this question at some point: “Am I really following Jesus, or just chasing my own dream?” It’s an honest, humbling question—and one worth asking often. Because even good dreams can subtly shift from … Continue reading →

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Ordinary People, Extraordinary Impact

Posted on October 10, 2025 by Mark Cole

In Romans 16:3–4, Paul writes, “Give my greetings to Priscilla and Aquila, my co-workers in the ministry of Christ Jesus. In fact, they once risked their lives for me. I am thankful to them, and so are all the Gentile … Continue reading →

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Learning to Hear God’s Voice

Posted on October 1, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the greatest privileges of following Jesus is learning to recognize and respond to His voice. From the opening pages of Scripture to the final words of Revelation, God reveals Himself as a God who speaks. He doesn’t remain … Continue reading →

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God Gives Rest: A Reflection on Psalm 127:2

Posted on August 7, 2025 by Mark Cole

“It is useless for you to work so hard from early morning until late at night,anxiously working for food to eat; for God gives rest to His loved ones.” – Psalm 127:2 (NLT) We live in a culture that glorifies … Continue reading →

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Jesus’ Thoughts On Your Priorities

Posted on August 7, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and He will give you everything you need.” — Luke 12:31 (NLT) Jesus had a remarkable way of cutting through the noise of life. In a world of distractions, worries, and ambitions, … Continue reading →

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Thank You for Supporting Our Missions Trip to Albania

Posted on July 29, 2025 by Mark Cole

Anna and I want to say a heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported our recent missions trip to Albania—whether through financial giving, prayer, or words of encouragement. We are so grateful for your partnership! The trip was truly impactful, … 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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Tag Archives: ministry

The River of Healing

10 Blessings of Using Your Gift to Serve

Am I Following Jesus or My Own Dream?

Ordinary People, Extraordinary Impact

Learning to Hear God’s Voice

God Gives Rest: A Reflection on Psalm 127:2

Jesus’ Thoughts On Your Priorities

Thank You for Supporting Our Missions Trip to Albania

Lessons from the Story of Elijah and Elisha

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