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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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Unshakable Resolve

Posted on October 1, 2025 by Mark Cole

There is a powerful resolve in Isaiah’s words: “Because the Sovereign Lord helps me, I will not be disgraced.Therefore, I have set my face like a stone, determined to do His will.And I know that I will not be put … Continue reading →

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God Sees More in You Than You See in Yourself

Posted on April 18, 2025 by Mark Cole

Lessons from the Life of Jephthah (Judges 11) “Now Jephthah the Gileadite was a mighty warrior. His father was Gilead; his mother was a prostitute.” — Judges 11:1 Have you ever felt overlooked, disqualified, or labeled by something in your … Continue reading →

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Sent in Pairs: Lessons from the 72 Disciples

Posted on April 9, 2025 by Mark Cole

“The harvest is great, but the workers are few.” — Luke 10:2 In Luke 10, we read about a powerful yet often overlooked moment in Jesus’ ministry. After commissioning the 12 apostles, He now chooses 72 other disciples and sends … Continue reading →

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Have You Committed the Unpardonable Sin?

Posted on January 18, 2025 by Mark Cole

Have you ever wondered if you’ve committed the unpardonable sin? The idea of a sin so grave that it cannot be forgiven is unsettling. Some Christians wrestle with this question, fearing that they may have unknowingly crossed a line. Jesus’ … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: rejection

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

Unshakable Resolve

God Sees More in You Than You See in Yourself

Sent in Pairs: Lessons from the 72 Disciples

Have You Committed the Unpardonable Sin?

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