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Created in God’s Image: What It Means and Why It Matters

Posted on June 24, 2026 by Mark Cole

“So God created human beings in His own image. In the image of God He created them; male and female He created them.” (Genesis 1:27) Few truths in the Bible are more profound than the declaration that human beings are … Continue reading →

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The Song of Solomon: God’s Beautiful Design for Love

Posted on June 22, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Many waters cannot quench love; rivers cannot sweep it away.” (Song of Solomon 8:7) The Song of Solomon is one of the most beautiful and unique books in the Bible. Unlike the historical accounts of Kings and Chronicles, the wisdom … Continue reading →

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Fire Tests Gold, But God Tests the Heart

Posted on June 17, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Fire tests the purity of silver and gold, but the Lord tests the heart.”Proverbs 17:3 (NLT) Nobody enjoys being tested. We would all prefer smooth roads, easy victories, and comfortable circumstances. Yet throughout Scripture, we discover that God often uses … Continue reading →

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How Following Jesus Changes Everything

Posted on June 11, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the greatest invitations Jesus ever gave was simple: “Follow Me.” He spoke those words to fishermen, tax collectors, religious seekers, and ordinary people. He still speaks them today. Following Jesus is far more than agreeing with a set … Continue reading →

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The Life-Changing Blessings of Reading Proverbs Daily

Posted on June 1, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Fear of the Lord is the foundation of true knowledge, but fools despise wisdom and discipline.” — Proverbs 1:7 For many years, one of my favorite spiritual habits has been reading through the Book of Proverbs every month. Since Proverbs … Continue reading →

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Learning to Trust God

Posted on June 1, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. Seek His will in all you do, and He will show you which path to take.” — Proverbs 3:5-6 (NLT) Trusting God sounds simple—until life … Continue reading →

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The Good Things God Wants for You

Posted on May 30, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most encouraging truths in the Bible is that God is a good Father who desires good things for His children. Many people view God as distant, demanding, or difficult to please. Yet Scripture paints a very different … Continue reading →

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The Promise Of The Holy Spirit

Posted on May 24, 2026 by Mark Cole

Just before Jesus went to the cross, rose from the dead, and returned to the Father, He gave His followers one of the greatest promises in Scripture: the promise of the Holy Spirit. The disciples were troubled. Jesus had been … Continue reading →

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How To Flourish Spiritually In Every Season

Posted on May 23, 2026 by Mark Cole

Life moves through seasons. There are seasons of joy and breakthrough. Seasons of waiting and uncertainty. Seasons of strength and productivity. And seasons where we feel tired, discouraged, or spiritually dry. Yet God’s desire is that we continue to flourish … Continue reading →

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The Holy Spirit: Comforter, Counselor, Friend

Posted on May 22, 2026 by Mark Cole

Just before Jesus went to the cross, He spoke some deeply comforting words to His disciples: “I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Advocate, who will never leave you. He is the Holy Spirit, who leads … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: patience

The Song of Solomon: God’s Beautiful Design for Love

Fire Tests Gold, But God Tests the Heart

How Following Jesus Changes Everything

The Life-Changing Blessings of Reading Proverbs Daily

Learning to Trust God

The Good Things God Wants for You

How To Flourish Spiritually In Every Season

The Holy Spirit: Comforter, Counselor, Friend

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