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7 Keys To Finding God’s Will For Your Life

Posted on March 2, 2026 by Mark Cole

If you’ve walked with God for any length of time, you’ve probably prayed this prayer: “Lord, what is Your will for my life?” It sounds spiritual. It feels important. And it is. But many people approach God’s will like a … Continue reading →

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Everything Comes Into the Light

Posted on February 23, 2026 by Mark Cole

Jesus said, “For everything that is hidden will eventually be brought into the open, and every secret will be brought to light.” (Gospel of Mark 4:22) That is both comforting and terrifying. It depends on what you’re hiding. 1. The … Continue reading →

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The Way of the Lord: A Stronghold or a Ruin

Posted on February 10, 2026 by Mark Cole

Proverbs 10:29 — “The way of the Lord is a stronghold to those with integrity, but it destroys the wicked.” This proverb gives us one of Scripture’s sharp contrasts. The same “way of the Lord” produces two very different outcomes, … Continue reading →

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Psalm 139: Known, Seen, and Loved by God

Posted on January 19, 2026 by Mark Cole

Psalm 139 is one of the most personal, comforting, and awe-inspiring passages in all of Scripture. In it, David reflects on a God who is not distant or detached, but deeply involved—who knows us completely, is present everywhere, and formed … Continue reading →

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Proverbs 15: The Power of Words, Wisdom, and the Fear of the Lord

Posted on January 15, 2026 by Mark Cole

Proverbs 15 is a chapter about the inner life spilling outward. It shows us how what’s going on inside the heart—our attitudes, motives, and reverence for God—inevitably shapes our words, our relationships, and ultimately the direction of our lives. At … Continue reading →

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Blessed Are the Pure in Heart

Posted on January 5, 2026 by Mark Cole

“God blesses those whose hearts are pure,for they will see God.”— Matthew 5:8 Few verses are as searching—or as hopeful—as this one. Jesus does not speak about religious performance, public image, or outward morality. He speaks about the heart. And … Continue reading →

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The Top 10 Questions Jesus Asked

Posted on December 16, 2025 by Mark Cole

(And Why They Still Confront Us Today) Jesus was a master teacher—but interestingly, He often taught by asking questions rather than giving answers. The Gospels record over 300 questions asked by Jesus. He wasn’t short on truth; He was drawing … Continue reading →

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What Modern Believers Can Learn from Ezekiel’s “Most Holy Place”

Posted on December 1, 2025 by Mark Cole

As I’ve been reading through Ezekiel, I’ve been reminded again how much the Old Testament temple teaches us about the character of God. Ezekiel 41 gives a detailed, almost architectural description of the Most Holy Place—the innermost sanctuary where God’s … 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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Seek Him and You Will Find Him

Posted on August 25, 2025 by Mark Cole

When King David was near the end of his life, he passed along some of the most valuable advice any parent could give a child. To his son Solomon, the future king, David said: “The Lord sees every heart and … Continue reading →

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7 Keys To Finding God’s Will For Your Life

Everything Comes Into the Light

The Way of the Lord: A Stronghold or a Ruin

Psalm 139: Known, Seen, and Loved by God

Proverbs 15: The Power of Words, Wisdom, and the Fear of the Lord

Blessed Are the Pure in Heart

The Top 10 Questions Jesus Asked

What Modern Believers Can Learn from Ezekiel’s “Most Holy Place”

Am I Following Jesus or My Own Dream?

Seek Him and You Will Find Him

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