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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 →

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God Gives Rest: A Reflection on Psalm 127:2

Posted on August 7, 2025 by Mark Cole

“It is useless for you to work so hard from early morning until late at night,anxiously working for food to eat; for God gives rest to His loved ones.” – Psalm 127:2 (NLT) We live in a culture that glorifies … Continue reading →

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Disciplining Our Children: A Gift of Love and Wisdom

Posted on August 5, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Discipline your children, and they will give you peace; they will bring you the delights you desire.” — Proverbs 29:17 Raising children is one of the greatest joys—and greatest challenges—of life. Every parent wants to see their child grow into … Continue reading →

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Trusting the Path: A Journey Through Proverbs 3

Posted on August 3, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.”— Proverbs 3:5–6 Every time I read through the book of Proverbs, chapter … Continue reading →

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A Woman of Strength and Dignity: Insights from Proverbs 31

Posted on July 31, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Who can find a virtuous and capable wife? She is more precious than rubies.”— Proverbs 31:10 (NLT) Proverbs 31 concludes the book of Proverbs with a stunning portrait of a godly woman. It’s often misunderstood as merely a checklist for … Continue reading →

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Living in Holiness in a Culture of Lust

Posted on July 31, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the striking features of the book of Proverbs is how often Solomon warns his son about the dangers of sexual immorality. Nearly every few chapters, we encounter strong words cautioning against the “adulterous woman,” the seductress whose words … Continue reading →

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Sheltered in the Secret Place – A Devotional on Psalm 91

Posted on July 31, 2025 by Mark Cole

Some Psalms whisper peace. Others roar with praise. But Psalm 91? It wraps around your soul like a warm, impenetrable shelter in the storm. I come back to it again and again. No matter the season of life—whether I’m facing … Continue reading →

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How to Deal with a Critical Family Member

Posted on July 26, 2025 by Mark Cole

Every family has its share of dynamics—some joyful, some challenging. One of the most difficult challenges is navigating a relationship with a family member who has a critical spirit. Whether it’s during a holiday gathering, a family vacation, or just … Continue reading →

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The Secret of Contentment

Posted on July 25, 2025 by Mark Cole

There’s something deeply compelling about a person who is at peace no matter what life throws at them. In Philippians 4:11–13, the Apostle Paul shares something that should stop us in our tracks: “I have learned how to be content … Continue reading →

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Trading Anxiety for Peace

Posted on July 25, 2025 by Mark Cole

Anxiety has a way of showing up uninvited. It slips into our thoughts, tightens our chest, and steals our peace. We worry about finances, family, health, decisions, the future—and sometimes even about things we can’t quite name. But God offers … Continue reading →

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