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Hosea: The God Who Refuses to Give Up on Us

Posted on October 8, 2025 by Mark Cole

The book of Hosea is one of the most powerful pictures of God’s love in the entire Bible. It’s a love story — but not the kind we might expect. It’s a story of a faithful husband and an unfaithful … Continue reading →

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When God Is Waiting for Us

Posted on October 7, 2025 by Mark Cole

Based on Isaiah 65:1 — “The Lord says, ‘I was ready to respond, but no one asked for help. I was ready to be found, but no one was looking for Me.’” There’s a quiet sadness in this verse. You … Continue reading →

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Seven Timeless Lessons from the Book of Joel

Posted on September 4, 2025 by Mark Cole

The book of Joel is only three chapters long, but it carries a powerful message for every generation. Joel’s words move from devastation to hope, from judgment to restoration, and from repentance to the outpouring of God’s Spirit. Though Joel … Continue reading →

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If My People Will Humble Themselves

Posted on August 28, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the most well-known promises in Scripture comes from 2 Chronicles 7:13–14, where God speaks to Solomon after the dedication of the temple: “At times I might shut up the heavens so that no rain falls, or command grasshoppers … Continue reading →

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What If Your Struggle Has a Higher Purpose?

Posted on May 25, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Rabbi,” His disciples asked, “why was this man born blind? Was it because of his own sins or his parents’ sins?”“It was not because of his sins or his parents’ sins,” Jesus answered. “This happened so the power of God … Continue reading →

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When the Sun Stood Still — Lessons from Joshua’s Audacious Prayer

Posted on April 9, 2025 by Mark Cole

What Joshua’s bold prayer teaches us about faith, spiritual warfare, and God’s miraculous power today. Continue reading →

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The Touch That Changed Everything

Posted on April 5, 2025 by Mark Cole

Luke 8:43–48 She had been bleeding for twelve long years. Twelve years of pain.Twelve years of doctors.Twelve years of being considered unclean.Twelve years of isolation, disappointment, and desperation. But then she heard about Jesus. We don’t know how much she … Continue reading →

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Twice the Blessings for Every Trouble

Posted on December 9, 2024 by Mark Cole

Zechariah 9:12 says, “Return to your fortress, you prisoners of hope; even now I announce that I will restore twice as much to you.” These powerful words, spoken centuries ago to the Jewish people, resonate deeply with believers today. Let’s explore the historical context and how this timeless promise applies to our lives as modern Christians. Continue reading →

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