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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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Clean or Unclean?

Posted on March 17, 2026 by Mark Cole

It’s one of the oldest questions in the Bible—and one of the most misunderstood. Clean or unclean? In the Old Testament, this question shaped daily life. What you ate, what you touched, where you went, and even who you associated … Continue reading →

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10 Practical Ways Christians Can Pursue Holiness in Everyday Life

Posted on March 5, 2026 by Mark Cole

In Leviticus God gives this clear command: “You must be holy because I, the Lord your God, am holy.” This command can sound intimidating at first. But holiness is not reserved for pastors, missionaries, or monks. God calls every believer … Continue reading →

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Who Is Jesus?

Posted on March 3, 2026 by Mark Cole

It is the most important question ever asked. When Jesus turned to His disciples in Gospel of Matthew 16 and asked, “Who do you say I am?”, He wasn’t conducting a casual survey. He was drawing a line in the … Continue reading →

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Enthroned on Praise

Posted on February 22, 2026 by Mark Cole

(Psalm 22:3) “Yet You are holy,enthroned on the praises of Israel.” These words come from Book of Psalms 22, written by David. And here’s what makes them powerful: this verse sits in the middle of pain. Psalm 22 begins with … Continue reading →

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When the Roof Comes Off

Posted on February 19, 2026 by Mark Cole

(Lessons from Mark 2:1–12) There are moments in Scripture that feel almost cinematic. This is one of them. In Gospel of Mark chapter 2, Jesus is teaching inside a packed house in Capernaum. The room is full. The doorway is … Continue reading →

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“I Am the Lord, and I Do Not Change”

Posted on December 31, 2025 by Mark Cole

In a culture defined by constant change, shifting values, and uncertain futures, this simple statement from Malachi stands like a granite rock: “I am the Lord, and I do not change.” (Malachi 3:6) Few verses are as stabilizing—and as confronting—as … Continue reading →

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7 Characteristics of Growing Churches

Posted on December 28, 2025 by Mark Cole

Church growth in North America isn’t accidental—and it isn’t primarily about style, denomination, or budget. Growing churches tend to share a set of intentional characteristics that shape everything they do. They don’t abandon theology or tradition, but they continually ask … Continue reading →

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The Top 10 Questions Jesus Asked

Posted on December 16, 2025 by Mark Cole

(And Why They Still Confront Us Today) Jesus was a master teacher—but interestingly, He often taught by asking questions rather than giving answers. The Gospels record over 300 questions asked by Jesus. He wasn’t short on truth; He was drawing … Continue reading →

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The River of Healing

Posted on December 4, 2025 by Mark Cole

Ezekiel 47:1–12 gives us one of the most beautiful pictures of spiritual renewal in the entire Bible: a river flowing from the Temple, growing deeper and deeper, bringing life and healing everywhere it goes. It is a reminder that God’s … Continue reading →

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How Jesus Cast Out Demons

Clean or Unclean?

10 Practical Ways Christians Can Pursue Holiness in Everyday Life

Who Is Jesus?

Enthroned on Praise

When the Roof Comes Off

“I Am the Lord, and I Do Not Change”

7 Characteristics of Growing Churches

The Top 10 Questions Jesus Asked

The River of Healing

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