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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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12 Lessons From The Book Of Ecclesiastes

Posted on June 28, 2026 by Mark Cole

Finding Meaning in a World That Often Feels Meaningless If you’ve ever wondered, “What is the point of it all?” then you’re not alone. King Solomon wrestled with that very question over 3,000 years ago. The book of Ecclesiastes is … Continue reading →

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Created in God’s Image: What It Means and Why It Matters

Posted on June 24, 2026 by Mark Cole

“So God created human beings in His own image. In the image of God He created them; male and female He created them.” (Genesis 1:27) Few truths in the Bible are more profound than the declaration that human beings are … 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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The Message of Life

Posted on June 20, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Go to the Temple and give the people this message of life!”— Acts 5:20 (NLT) The apostles had been arrested. Their preaching about Jesus had stirred up opposition from the religious leaders. They were thrown into prison, and it appeared … Continue reading →

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From 3,000 to Billions: The Astonishing Growth of the Church

Posted on June 18, 2026 by Mark Cole

“And each day the Lord added to their fellowship those who were being saved.” — Acts 2:47 The growth of the Christian church is one of the greatest stories in human history. It began with a small group of frightened … Continue reading →

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Why Do the Ungodly Seem to Prosper?

Posted on June 16, 2026 by Mark Cole

“I envied the proud when I saw them prosper despite their wickedness.” — Psalm 73:3 One of the oldest questions in the Bible is also one of the most common questions believers ask today: Why do people who ignore God … Continue reading →

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The Spirit Poured Out on All People

Posted on June 15, 2026 by Mark Cole

“‘In the last days,’ God says,‘I will pour out My Spirit upon all people.Your sons and daughters will prophesy.Your young men will see visions,and your old men will dream dreams.In those days I will pour out My Spiriteven on My … Continue reading →

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How Following Jesus Changes Everything

Posted on June 11, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the greatest invitations Jesus ever gave was simple: “Follow Me.” He spoke those words to fishermen, tax collectors, religious seekers, and ordinary people. He still speaks them today. Following Jesus is far more than agreeing with a set … Continue reading →

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The Paradoxes of Authentic Christian Living

Psalm 150: The Grand Finale of Praise

12 Lessons From The Book Of Ecclesiastes

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

The Message of Life

From 3,000 to Billions: The Astonishing Growth of the Church

Why Do the Ungodly Seem to Prosper?

The Spirit Poured Out on All People

How Following Jesus Changes Everything

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