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7 Habits That Have a High Rate of Return in Life

Posted on May 15, 2025 by Mark Cole

We all desire to live well—not just for our own sake, but to be a blessing to our families, communities, and, for those who follow Jesus, to honor Him. Over the years, I’ve observed that certain habits consistently lead to … Continue reading →

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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 →

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Do You Really Love God?

Posted on May 8, 2025 by Mark Cole

Keys to Really Loving the God Who Loves and Made You How can you know if you truly love God? It’s a deeply personal and challenging question. Jesus once said the greatest commandment is to “love the Lord your God … Continue reading →

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When Things Seem Impossible—Trusting God Anyway

Posted on April 25, 2025 by Mark Cole

“What is impossible for people is possible with God.” — Luke 18:27 We’ve all faced moments that looked completely hopeless. Maybe it was a financial crisis.A dream that seemed delayed too long.A relationship that appeared too broken to mend.Or a … Continue reading →

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Why Isn’t My Prayer “In Jesus’ Name” Being Answered?

Posted on April 20, 2025 by Mark Cole

“And I will do whatever you ask in My name, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son. You may ask Me for anything in My name, and I will do it.”— John 14:13-14 These words of Jesus … Continue reading →

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Chasing the One: Living the Mission of Jesus

Posted on April 19, 2025 by Mark Cole

“There is more joy in heaven over one lost sinner who repents and returns to God than over ninety-nine others who are righteous and haven’t strayed away.” — Luke 15:7 (NLT) Jesus’ words here are both sobering and exhilarating. They … Continue reading →

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Fighting for the Door That Leads to Life

Posted on April 16, 2025 by Mark Cole

Luke 13:24 and the Call to Wholehearted Discipleship “Work hard to enter the narrow door to God’s Kingdom, for many will try to enter but will fail.”—Luke 13:24 (NLT) This is one of Jesus’ more sobering teachings. He doesn’t say, … Continue reading →

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Jesus’ Thoughts On Your Priorities

Posted on April 14, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and He will give you everything you need.” — Luke 12:31 (NLT) Jesus had a way of getting right to the heart of the matter. In just one sentence, He addresses two … Continue reading →

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God’s Got You—Even When You’re Not Sure

Posted on April 14, 2025 by Mark Cole

“And if God cares so wonderfully for flowers that are here today and thrown into the fire tomorrow, He will certainly care for you. Why do you have so little faith?”— Luke 12:28 (NLT) Let’s be honest—sometimes we believe God … 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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