Tag Archives: Old Testament

Lessons From the Life of Ruth

Posted on April 22, 2026 by Mark Cole

The book of Ruth is short—just four chapters—but it carries a remarkable weight. It’s a quiet story, tucked into the Old Testament, yet it speaks loudly about loyalty, faith, humility, and God’s unseen hand at work in everyday life. Ruth’s … Continue reading →

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Clean or Unclean?

Posted on March 17, 2026 by Mark Cole

It’s one of the oldest questions in the Bible—and one of the most misunderstood. Clean or unclean? In the Old Testament, this question shaped daily life. What you ate, what you touched, where you went, and even who you associated … Continue reading →

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How Jesus Read the Old Testament

Posted on March 16, 2026 by Mark Cole

Jesus grew up immersed in the Scriptures of Israel. As a Jewish boy, He would have heard the Law and the Prophets read every Sabbath in the synagogue. He likely memorized large portions of them and learned them from an … Continue reading →

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When Hearts Turn: Elijah, Repentance, and the Final Words of the Old Testament

Posted on December 31, 2025 by Mark Cole

Malachi 4:5–6 “Look, I am sending you the prophet Elijah before the great and dreadful day of the Lord arrives. His preaching will turn the hearts of fathers to their children, and the hearts of children to their fathers. Otherwise … Continue reading →

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What Changed? Why Old Testament Believers Were Filled With the Spirit but Didn’t Speak in Tongues

Posted on December 9, 2025 by Mark Cole

If you’ve ever read your Bible from Genesis to Acts, you eventually notice something curious:People were filled with the Spirit in the Old Testament… yet none of them spoke in tongues.But once you reach the Book of Acts, everything changes. … 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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When Truth Becomes Dangerous

Posted on October 31, 2025 by Mark Cole

Throughout history, truth-tellers have faced opposition, but few faced it as fiercely as the prophets of the Old Testament. These men — and sometimes women — stood between heaven and earth, carrying messages that kings didn’t want to hear, nations … Continue reading →

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Seven Lessons from the Shortest Book in the Old Testament

Posted on September 3, 2025 by Mark Cole

Obadiah is the shortest book in the Old Testament—just one chapter long—but it delivers a message that still speaks to us today. In its brief verses, Obadiah addresses pride, justice, compassion, and the ultimate reign of God. Here are seven … Continue reading →

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Prosperity or Persecution? What Both Teach Us About Following Jesus

Posted on September 1, 2025 by Mark Cole

When you read the Bible, you notice a striking contrast: So what can modern Christians learn from this? Here are seven key lessons: 1. God’s Blessing Looks Different in Each Covenant 2. Both Prosperity and Suffering Can Serve God’s Purposes … Continue reading →

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When the Sun Stood Still — Lessons from Joshua’s Audacious Prayer

Posted on April 9, 2025 by Mark Cole

What Joshua’s bold prayer teaches us about faith, spiritual warfare, and God’s miraculous power today. Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: Old Testament

Lessons From the Life of Ruth

Clean or Unclean?

How Jesus Read the Old Testament

When Hearts Turn: Elijah, Repentance, and the Final Words of the Old Testament

What Changed? Why Old Testament Believers Were Filled With the Spirit but Didn’t Speak in Tongues

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

When Truth Becomes Dangerous

Seven Lessons from the Shortest Book in the Old Testament

Prosperity or Persecution? What Both Teach Us About Following Jesus

When the Sun Stood Still — Lessons from Joshua’s Audacious Prayer

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