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What We Learn from the Devotional Life of Jesus and Paul

Posted on September 28, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the best ways to grow in our walk with God is to study how Jesus Himself prayed and engaged with Scripture—and how His follower, Paul, continued in that same rhythm. While the Bible doesn’t lay out a complete … Continue reading →

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Why Do We Still Sin Even When We Hate It?

Posted on September 27, 2025 by Mark Cole

Have you ever asked yourself this question: “Why do I still sin even when I hate it?” You’re not alone. The Apostle Paul wrestled with this very issue in Romans 7 when he wrote: “I don’t really understand myself, for … Continue reading →

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Living the Gospel: Lessons from Paul’s Letter to Rome

Posted on September 23, 2025 by Mark Cole

Few books of the Bible have shaped the Christian faith as deeply as the book of Romans. Written by the Apostle Paul, this letter to the church in Rome unpacks the gospel in all its depth and beauty—and then shows … Continue reading →

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God’s Design for Sexual Intimacy in Marriage

Posted on August 12, 2025 by Mark Cole

Based on 1 Corinthians 7:3–5 In a culture that often distorts or downplays the sacredness of sex, God’s Word speaks with remarkable clarity and beauty. In 1 Corinthians 7:3–5, Paul writes: “The husband should fulfill his wife’s sexual needs, and … Continue reading →

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Thriving Under Pressure: Lessons from Thessalonica

Posted on July 28, 2025 by Mark Cole

When Paul wrote to the church in Thessalonica, he wasn’t just writing theology—he was writing to dear friends, young believers who had chosen Christ in the face of serious opposition. Their faith was fresh, their church was new, and their … Continue reading →

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Midnight Worship and the Earthquake

Posted on July 21, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Around midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were listening. Suddenly, there was a massive earthquake, and the prison was shaken to its foundations. All the doors immediately flew open, and the … Continue reading →

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God Uses All Kinds: Even the Ornery and Cantankerous

Posted on July 12, 2025 by Mark Cole

I just finished reading the book of Jonah again. What a strange, short, and powerful story. Let’s be honest—Jonah wasn’t exactly a model of godliness or cheerfulness. He was ornery. Cantankerous. Resistant. He ran from God, reluctantly obeyed, and then … Continue reading →

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How Did Jesus and the Early Church Pray for the Sick?

Posted on April 12, 2025 by Mark Cole

A New Testament Model for Healing Ministry In today’s church, we often ask: “How should we pray for the sick?” The best way to answer that is to look at the New Testament pattern. How did Jesus, His disciples, and … Continue reading →

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God is Not Limited by Age: Staying Fruitful in Every Season

Posted on February 9, 2025 by Mark Cole

As I was reading Exodus recently, I was struck by this simple yet profound statement:“Moses was eighty years old, and Aaron was eighty-three when they made their demands to Pharaoh” (Exodus 7:7, NLT). Eighty years old. At an age when … Continue reading →

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What Does the New Testament Teach About Healing?

Posted on November 6, 2024 by Mark Cole

The New Testament’s teachings on healing revolve around Jesus’ ministry, which emphasized healing as a demonstration of God’s kingdom, and the practices of His apostles, Peter and Paul, who continued this work in the early church. Here’s a breakdown of the perspectives and practices on healing by each: Continue reading →

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