Tag Archives: open door

The High Cost of the Shortcut: Lessons from the Birth of Ishmael

Posted on February 1, 2026 by Mark Cole

We live in an era of “instant.” Instant downloads, instant coffee, and instant gratification. We’ve become so accustomed to the quick fix that waiting has started to feel like failure. When God gives us a promise but doesn’t provide a … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, Family, God, Leadership, Wisdom | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

How To Make Heaven More Crowded

Posted on October 24, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the greatest callings every follower of Jesus shares is this: to make Heaven more crowded. That phrase captures the heart of the Great Commission — Jesus’ command to “go and make disciples of all nations” (Matthew 28:19). It … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, Family, God, Holy Spirit, Jesus, Leadership | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

When Jesus Writes to the Church

Posted on October 21, 2025 by Mark Cole

In the opening chapters of the Book of Revelation, Jesus sends personal letters to seven churches in Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey). Though written nearly 2,000 years ago, these messages still speak powerfully to believers and churches today. Each letter reveals … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, Church, God, Holy Spirit, Jesus, Leadership, Teaching, Wisdom | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

The Key of David: When God Opens a Door

Posted on September 18, 2025 by Mark Cole

In Isaiah 22:22, God makes this remarkable promise: “I will give him the key to the house of David—the highest position in the royal court. When he opens doors, no one will be able to close them; when he closes … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, God, Jesus, Leadership | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

When Heaven Marches: God’s Army Fighting for You

Posted on August 15, 2025 by Mark Cole

Scripture:“And once again David asked God what to do. “Do not attack them straight on,” God replied. “Instead, circle around behind and attack them near the poplar trees. When you hear a sound like marching feet in the tops of the poplar trees, … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, God, Healing, Holy Spirit, Jesus, Leadership, Wisdom | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

Finding Life and Favor

Posted on August 8, 2025 by Mark Cole

Proverbs 8:35 – “For whoever finds me finds life and receives favor from the Lord.” Proverbs 8 is an amazing chapter in the Book of Proverbs. Here, Wisdom speaks as though she were a person—calling, inviting, urging us to listen. … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, God, Holy Spirit, Jesus, Wisdom | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

When You Hear the Marching on the Trees

Posted on May 9, 2025 by Mark Cole

“When you hear a sound like marching feet in the tops of the poplar trees, be on the alert! That will be the signal that the Lord is moving ahead of you to strike down the Philistine army.”— 2 Samuel … Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, God, Holy Spirit, Leadership, Wisdom | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments

Top Bible Verses to Memorize

Posted on April 25, 2023 by Mark Cole

The Bible is a sacred text and a source of guidance and wisdom for millions of people around the world. Memorizing Bible verses can be a helpful way to internalize these teachings and make them a part of our daily … Continue reading →

Posted in Church, God, Jesus, Wisdom | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | 2 Comments