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Why Music Mattered in the Life of Jesus

Posted on May 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

Music was not a small part of life in Bible times. It was woven into worship, celebrations, family gatherings, national feasts, and everyday life. And when we look at the life of Jesus Christ, we discover that music played an … Continue reading →

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The Cost of Being Unfaithful

Posted on May 6, 2026 by Mark Cole

Adultery is often presented as a private choice—something hidden, contained, even justified in moments of weakness or dissatisfaction. But Scripture and real life tell a very different story. Being unfaithful is never isolated. It carries a cost—deep, wide, and often … Continue reading →

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How Jesus Cast Out Demons

Posted on April 8, 2026 by Mark Cole

Authority, Compassion, and the Victory of God’s Kingdom The ministry of Jesus was marked by many miracles—healing the sick, raising the dead, calming storms—but one of the most striking aspects of His work was His authority over demons. Again and … Continue reading →

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How the Resurrection of Jesus Changed History

Posted on March 19, 2026 by Mark Cole

There are moments in history that shift everything—wars, discoveries, revolutions. But the resurrection of Jesus Christ stands alone. It didn’t just change a nation or a generation—it altered the course of humanity forever. This is not an overstatement. If the … Continue reading →

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Like A Lamb To The Slaughter

Posted on March 17, 2026 by Mark Cole

“He was led like a lamb to the slaughter…” (Isaiah 53:7) There are moments in Scripture that stop you in your tracks. This is one of them. A lamb doesn’t resist.A lamb doesn’t fight back.A lamb doesn’t even fully understand … Continue reading →

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What Do You Do With Guilt?

Posted on March 15, 2026 by Mark Cole

Guilt is one of the most powerful emotions a human being can experience. It can sit quietly in the background of our lives, or it can shout loudly in our conscience. Sometimes it whispers at night when everything is quiet. … Continue reading →

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Restitution: Making Things Right

Posted on March 12, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the often-overlooked themes in the Bible is the concept of restitution—the act of making things right when we have wronged someone. Forgiveness is central to the Christian faith, but Scripture also teaches that genuine repentance often includes a … Continue reading →

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Jesus: A Doctor for the Soul

Posted on February 19, 2026 by Mark Cole

In Mark 2:17, we read Jesus’ striking words: “Healthy people don’t need a doctor—sick people do. I have come to call not those who think they are righteous, but those who know they are sinners.” It’s one of those statements … Continue reading →

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God’s Gift Of One Day Off Each Week

Posted on February 13, 2026 by Mark Cole

In our nonstop, productivity-obsessed culture, the thought of deliberately taking one full day off every week might sound radical—or even wasteful. Yet Scripture presents this rhythm not as a restriction, but as one of God’s most generous gifts: a built-in … Continue reading →

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The Gospel to All Nations — A Mission with an End in View

Posted on February 7, 2026 by Mark Cole

“And the Good News about the Kingdom will be preached throughout the whole world, so that all nations will hear it; and then the end will come.” — Matthew 24:14 (NLT) These words of Jesus are among the most sweeping … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: restoration

Why Music Mattered in the Life of Jesus

The Cost of Being Unfaithful

How Jesus Cast Out Demons

How the Resurrection of Jesus Changed History

Like A Lamb To The Slaughter

What Do You Do With Guilt?

Restitution: Making Things Right

Jesus: A Doctor for the Soul

God’s Gift Of One Day Off Each Week

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