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What Is True Freedom?

Posted on July 19, 2026 by Mark Cole

“So if the Son sets you free, you are truly free.” — John 8:36 (NLT) Freedom is one of humanity’s greatest longings. Nations fight for it. People sacrifice for it. Songs celebrate it. We all want to be free. But … Continue reading →

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10 Life Lessons from the Life of the Apostle Paul

Posted on July 16, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ.” — 1 Corinthians 11:1 Few people have influenced the Christian faith more than the Apostle Paul. Under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, he wrote thirteen New Testament letters, planted … Continue reading →

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The Role of Suffering in the New Testament

Posted on June 28, 2026 by Mark Cole

Why God Uses Trials to Shape His People When I read the book of Acts, one statement always causes me to pause. After the dramatic conversion of Saul (later called Paul), God spoke these surprising words to Ananias: “I will … Continue reading →

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Fire Tests Gold, But God Tests the Heart

Posted on June 17, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Fire tests the purity of silver and gold, but the Lord tests the heart.”Proverbs 17:3 (NLT) Nobody enjoys being tested. We would all prefer smooth roads, easy victories, and comfortable circumstances. Yet throughout Scripture, we discover that God often uses … Continue reading →

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Bible Characters Who Probably Struggled With Mental Health

Posted on May 22, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the encouraging things about the Bible is that it does not hide human weakness. Scripture is filled with people who loved God deeply, obeyed Him courageously, and still battled overwhelming emotions, fear, despair, exhaustion, grief, and anxiety. The … Continue reading →

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Overcoming Fear

Posted on May 13, 2026 by Mark Cole

Fear is one of the most powerful emotions in the human heart. It can keep us awake at night, steal our peace, weaken our faith, and stop us from stepping into the future God has for us. Fear whispers things … Continue reading →

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Lessons From The Crucifixion of Jesus

Posted on May 2, 2026 by Mark Cole

The crucifixion of Jesus is the most painful and powerful moment in human history. It was an event of brutal suffering, deep injustice, and unimaginable love. What looked like defeat became the doorway to victory. What seemed like the end … Continue reading →

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You’ve Been Given Something—Now Use It

Posted on April 26, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most challenging parables Jesus told is the story of the Ten Servants in Luke 19:11–27. A nobleman was leaving on a journey, so he entrusted money to ten servants and instructed them, “Do business until I come … Continue reading →

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What Does The Bible Teach About Overcoming Fear

Posted on February 6, 2026 by Mark Cole

Fear is one of the most universal human experiences. Whether it’s fear of the future, fear of failure, fear of loss, fear of people, or even existential dread, it can grip our hearts and paralyze our steps. The good news … Continue reading →

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The Fourth Man in the Fire

Posted on November 11, 2025 by Mark Cole

Daniel 3 — God’s Presence in the Furnace The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in Daniel 3 is one of the most powerful demonstrations of faith and divine deliverance in all of Scripture. These three young Hebrew men refused … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: rejection

What Is True Freedom?

10 Life Lessons from the Life of the Apostle Paul

The Role of Suffering in the New Testament

Fire Tests Gold, But God Tests the Heart

Bible Characters Who Probably Struggled With Mental Health

Overcoming Fear

Lessons From The Crucifixion of Jesus

You’ve Been Given Something—Now Use It

What Does The Bible Teach About Overcoming Fear

The Fourth Man in the Fire

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