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When Jesus Writes to the Church

Posted on October 21, 2025 by Mark Cole

In the opening chapters of the Book of Revelation, Jesus sends personal letters to seven churches in Asia Minor (modern-day Turkey). Though written nearly 2,000 years ago, these messages still speak powerfully to believers and churches today. Each letter reveals … Continue reading →

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Rekindling My First Love for God

Posted on December 28, 2024 by Mark Cole

As this year comes to a close, I want to write a note of gratitude to the Lord. Last December, I was reading a passage in the book of Revelation:

“But I have this complaint against you. You don’t love Me or each other as you did at first!” (Revelation 2:4, NLT)

As I reflected on these words, God gently prodded my heart and told me that I had lost my first love for Him.

Looking back, I realized this was true. The passion and zeal I once had for God had waned. So, this past year, I decided that rekindling my love for Him would be one of the most important things I could do. Continue reading →

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