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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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Pleasing Everyone for the Right Reason

Posted on August 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

“I, too, try to please everyone in everything I do. I don’t just do what is best for me; I do what is best for others so that many may be saved.”— 1 Corinthians 10:33 “Try to please everyone” is … Continue reading →

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What Was Jesus’ Mission?

Posted on June 4, 2026 by Mark Cole

If someone were to ask you, “Why did Jesus come to earth?” how would you answer? Many people would say, “To die for our sins.” That answer is certainly true, but it is only part of the story. Jesus came … Continue reading →

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What Is The Kingdom of God?

Posted on April 15, 2026 by Mark Cole

Few phrases appear more often in the teaching of Jesus than this: the Kingdom of God. It was the centerpiece of His message, the focus of His parables, and the heartbeat of His mission. Yet for many people, it remains … Continue reading →

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Lessons In Leadership Change: Moses to Joshua

Posted on March 25, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most significant leadership transitions in Scripture is the passing of the mantle from Moses to Joshua. Moses—the great deliverer, lawgiver, and shepherd of Israel—had led God’s people out of Egypt and through the wilderness for forty years. … Continue reading →

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Jesus’ Blueprint for Discipleship

Posted on February 26, 2026 by Mark Cole

If you want to make disciples who last, you have to look carefully at how Jesus did it. Not how we imagine He did it.Not how we’ve modernized it.But how He actually discipled the Twelve in the Gospels. His model … Continue reading →

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When Will Jesus Return?

Posted on February 9, 2026 by Mark Cole

For two thousand years, followers of Jesus have asked this question with longing, curiosity, and hope: When will Jesus return? It’s one of the most discussed topics in Christian theology—and also one of the most misunderstood. The Bible speaks clearly … Continue reading →

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The Gospel to All Nations — A Mission with an End in View

Posted on February 7, 2026 by Mark Cole

“And the Good News about the Kingdom will be preached throughout the whole world, so that all nations will hear it; and then the end will come.” — Matthew 24:14 (NLT) These words of Jesus are among the most sweeping … 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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Called Out of Darkness: Living as God’s Chosen People

Posted on November 25, 2025 by Mark Cole

There’s a single verse in Scripture that quietly explodes with identity, purpose, and calling: “You are a chosen people. You are royal priests, a holy nation, God’s very own possession. As a result, you can show others the goodness of … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: mission

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

Pleasing Everyone for the Right Reason

What Was Jesus’ Mission?

What Is The Kingdom of God?

Lessons In Leadership Change: Moses to Joshua

Jesus’ Blueprint for Discipleship

When Will Jesus Return?

7 Characteristics of Growing Churches

Called Out of Darkness: Living as God’s Chosen People

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