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The Blessing Of A Life Deeply Committed To God

Posted on September 1, 2026 by Mark Cole

“He was deeply committed to the ways of the Lord.” — 2 Chronicles 17:6 There are many things in life that can capture our commitment. We can be committed to our families, our careers, our health, our goals, our hobbies, … Continue reading →

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The Search for Success and Long Life

Posted on August 22, 2026 by Mark Cole

“True humility and fear of the Lord lead to riches, honor, and long life.”— Proverbs 22:4 We live in a culture that is constantly searching for success. We want to accomplish something meaningful. We want to be respected. We want … Continue reading →

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Pleasing Everyone for the Right Reason

Posted on August 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

“I, too, try to please everyone in everything I do. I don’t just do what is best for me; I do what is best for others so that many may be saved.”— 1 Corinthians 10:33 “Try to please everyone” is … Continue reading →

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Great Advice for People in Their ’70s

Posted on August 10, 2026 by Mark Cole

Turning 70 can feel like entering a new chapter of life. Some things may change—our energy, our priorities, our bodies, our work, and even our relationships. But your ’70s don’t have to be a time of slowing down and simply … Continue reading →

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Introduction to 1 Corinthians

Posted on August 9, 2026 by Mark Cole

The book of 1 Corinthians is one of the most practical and challenging letters in the New Testament. Written by the apostle Paul to the church in Corinth, it addresses a congregation that was full of potential—but also full of … Continue reading →

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The Search for Wisdom

Posted on August 8, 2026 by Mark Cole

“I love all who love me.Those who search will surely find me.I have riches and honor,as well as enduring wealth and justice.My gifts are better than gold, even the purest gold,my wages better than sterling silver!I walk in righteousness,in paths … Continue reading →

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Be Thankful for the Way God Made You

Posted on August 1, 2026 by Mark Cole

It seems to be part of human nature to admire what someone else has. The quiet person wishes they were more outgoing. The outgoing person wishes they were more thoughtful. The musician envies the athlete. The athlete envies the scholar. … Continue reading →

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Everything Belongs to God

Posted on July 24, 2026 by Mark Cole

Lessons from Psalm 24 There are some chapters in the Bible that seem to lift our eyes from the ordinary to the eternal. Psalm 24 is one of them. It begins by reminding us who owns everything, challenges us to … Continue reading →

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The Paradoxes of Authentic Christian Living

Posted on July 7, 2026 by Mark Cole

Learning to Live God’s Upside-Down Life One of my favorite updated quotes from A.W. Tozer is this: “A real Christian is an unusual person. He feels supreme love for One whom he has never seen, talks familiarly every day to … Continue reading →

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Psalm 150: The Grand Finale of Praise

Posted on June 30, 2026 by Mark Cole

The book of Psalms ends exactly where it should—with praise. After 149 chapters filled with joy, sorrow, victory, failure, repentance, thanksgiving, questions, and worship, the final psalm contains no requests, no complaints, no confession, and no instruction about life’s problems. … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: purpose

The Blessing Of A Life Deeply Committed To God

The Search for Success and Long Life

Pleasing Everyone for the Right Reason

Introduction to 1 Corinthians

The Search for Wisdom

Be Thankful for the Way God Made You

Everything Belongs to God

The Paradoxes of Authentic Christian Living

Psalm 150: The Grand Finale of Praise

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