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Worship: More Than a Sunday Activity

Posted on July 8, 2026 by Mark Cole

Why the Bible’s emphasis on worship should transform our daily lives The Bible is, above all, the story of a God who created people to know Him, love Him, and worship Him. Every major event in Scripture points us toward … Continue reading →

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When You Should Open Your Mouth

Posted on July 4, 2026 by Mark Cole

20 Times the Bible Commands Us to Speak “For I am not ashamed of the gospel of Christ…” — Romans 1:16 Silence is sometimes wisdom. But silence is not always obedience. The same Bible that warns us about careless words … Continue reading →

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Following God Wholeheartedly: The Joy and Challenge of Complete Obedience

Posted on July 3, 2026 by Mark Cole

“But my servant Caleb has a different attitude than the others have. He has remained loyal to me, so I will bring him into the land he explored. His descendants will possess their full share of that land.” — Numbers … Continue reading →

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How To Hear God’s Voice

Posted on July 2, 2026 by Mark Cole

Learning to Recognize the Gentle Whisper of God One of the greatest privileges of following Christ is that God still speaks to His children. He is not a distant Creator who simply wound up the universe and stepped away. He … Continue reading →

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Let Your Words Be Few

Posted on June 29, 2026 by Mark Cole

Learning Reverence in Our Conversations with God “Don’t make rash promises, and don’t be hasty in bringing matters before God. After all, God is in heaven, and you are here on earth. So let your words be few.” — Ecclesiastes … Continue reading →

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8 Tips On Taking Your Sunday Morning Worship to the Next Level

Posted on June 27, 2026 by Mark Cole

I love leading God’s people in worship. I have been privileged to lead worship teams in my home church and around the world for more than forty years. Along the way, God has taught me many valuable lessons. Here are … Continue reading →

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Obedience: The Forgotten Path to God’s Best

Posted on June 26, 2026 by Mark Cole

What the New Testament Teaches About Following Jesus Obedience is not a popular word today. Our culture celebrates independence, self-expression, and doing whatever feels right. Many people assume that Christianity is simply about believing certain truths or attending church occasionally. … Continue reading →

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8 Lessons From Solomon’s Temple That Still Matter Today

Posted on June 25, 2026 by Mark Cole

“The whole building, as it was being built, was made of stone prepared at the quarry, and there was neither hammer nor axe nor any iron tool heard in the temple while it was being built.” — 1 Kings 6:7 … Continue reading →

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What Is Faith?

Posted on June 23, 2026 by Mark Cole

The Foundation of the Christian Life Few words are used more often in Christian circles than the word faith. We sing about it, preach about it, pray for it, and are told that we cannot please God without it. Yet … Continue reading →

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When You’re Feeling Low: What Should You Do?

Posted on June 22, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Why are you cast down, O my soul? Why are you in turmoil within me? Put your hope in God, for I will yet praise Him, my Savior and my God.” — Psalm 42:11 Every person experiences low seasons. Even … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: prayer

When You Should Open Your Mouth

Following God Wholeheartedly: The Joy and Challenge of Complete Obedience

How To Hear God’s Voice

Let Your Words Be Few

8 Tips On Taking Your Sunday Morning Worship to the Next Level

Obedience: The Forgotten Path to God’s Best

8 Lessons From Solomon’s Temple That Still Matter Today

What Is Faith?

When You’re Feeling Low: What Should You Do?

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