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7 Keys to a Clean Heart

Posted on March 1, 2026 by Mark Cole

Jesus taught that sin originates from within us: “It is what comes from inside that defiles you. For from within, out of a person’s heart, come evil thoughts, sexual immorality, theft, murder, adultery, greed, wickedness, deceit, lustful desires, envy, slander, … Continue reading →

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The Side-Effects of Holiness

Posted on February 28, 2026 by Mark Cole

Holiness is not a fashionable word. In many circles, it sounds rigid, joyless, or outdated. But biblically, holiness is not about stiffness or superiority. It is about belonging fully to God. It is about being set apart for Him. “Be … Continue reading →

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What Are The Side-Effects of Kindness?

Posted on February 24, 2026 by Mark Cole

Kindness looks simple. A smile. A listening ear. A generous act. A patient response when you could have snapped. But kindness is not small. According to Scripture, kindness is a fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22). That means it is … Continue reading →

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Everything Comes Into the Light

Posted on February 23, 2026 by Mark Cole

Jesus said, “For everything that is hidden will eventually be brought into the open, and every secret will be brought to light.” (Gospel of Mark 4:22) That is both comforting and terrifying. It depends on what you’re hiding. 1. The … Continue reading →

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When Friends Fail You

Posted on February 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

Few moments in Scripture are more painful than watching Jesus betrayed by one disciple and denied by another. One hands Him over with a kiss.The other swears he never knew Him. Both were part of the Twelve. Both walked with … Continue reading →

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The Way of the Lord: A Stronghold or a Ruin

Posted on February 10, 2026 by Mark Cole

Proverbs 10:29 — “The way of the Lord is a stronghold to those with integrity, but it destroys the wicked.” This proverb gives us one of Scripture’s sharp contrasts. The same “way of the Lord” produces two very different outcomes, … Continue reading →

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When Will Jesus Return?

Posted on February 9, 2026 by Mark Cole

For two thousand years, followers of Jesus have asked this question with longing, curiosity, and hope: When will Jesus return? It’s one of the most discussed topics in Christian theology—and also one of the most misunderstood. The Bible speaks clearly … Continue reading →

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7 Things God Hates

Posted on February 6, 2026 by Mark Cole

The Bible is full of declarations about God’s love, mercy, grace, and compassion. Yet it also speaks plainly about what God hates. This isn’t a contradiction—it’s a reflection of His perfect character. A God who deeply loves righteousness and human … Continue reading →

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“For Many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen”: What Did Jesus Mean?

Posted on February 3, 2026 by Mark Cole

(Matthew 22:14) Few of Jesus’ statements are as sobering—or as clarifying—as this one: “For many are called, but few are chosen.” It appears at the end of the Parable of the Wedding Banquet, and it forces us to wrestle with … Continue reading →

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7 Things That Can Block Your Prayers

Posted on February 2, 2026 by Mark Cole

Most Christians know that prayer is one of the greatest privileges we have—direct access to God, anytime, anywhere. Yet many believers also know the frustration of praying earnestly and feeling as though their prayers aren’t being answered. The Bible doesn’t … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: repentance

7 Keys to a Clean Heart

The Side-Effects of Holiness

What Are The Side-Effects of Kindness?

Everything Comes Into the Light

When Friends Fail You

The Way of the Lord: A Stronghold or a Ruin

When Will Jesus Return?

7 Things God Hates

“For Many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen”: What Did Jesus Mean?

7 Things That Can Block Your Prayers

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