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12 Promises from God For Every Believer

Posted on April 15, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the great strengths of the Christian life is not just what we are called to do—but what God has promised to do. The New Testament is filled with clear, powerful assurances that anchor our faith, steady us in … 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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What Do You Want Jesus To Do For You?

Posted on March 7, 2026 by Mark Cole

One day Jesus was leaving the city of Jericho with His disciples and a large crowd. Sitting beside the road was a blind beggar named Bartimaeus. When he heard that Jesus was passing by, he began to shout: “Jesus, Son … Continue reading →

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Brought Out to Belong: Why Holiness Still Matters

Posted on February 28, 2026 by Mark Cole

“For I, the Lord, am the One who brought you up from the land of Egypt, that I might be your God. Therefore, you must be holy because I am holy.”— Leviticus 11:45 This single verse carries the heartbeat of … 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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Am I Going To Heaven?

Posted on January 31, 2026 by Mark Cole

The question of how we can know we are going to heaven is one of the most important anyone can ask. Many people wonder about eternity, hoping for heaven but uncertain if they will be there. The good news from … Continue reading →

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Why Psalm 150 Calls Us to All-Out Worship

Posted on January 30, 2026 by Mark Cole

Psalm 150 is the grand finale of the Psalms—and what a finale it is. No complaints. No questions. No confessions. Just pure, unrestrained praise. It’s as if the psalmist saves the loudest, boldest, most joyful worship for the very end. … Continue reading →

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The Upside-Down Kingdom: “The Last Will Be First, and the First Will Be Last” (Matthew 20:16)

Posted on January 30, 2026 by Mark Cole

In the Gospel of Matthew, chapter 20, Jesus drops one of His most provocative and counter-cultural statements: “So the last will be first, and the first will be last.” (Matthew 20:16, NIV). This isn’t just a clever saying—it’s the punchline … Continue reading →

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Psalm 148 — When All Creation Joins the Choir

Posted on January 28, 2026 by Mark Cole

Some psalms speak to the heart. Others teach the mind. Psalm 148 does something even bigger—it calls the entire universe to worship. From angels to oceans, from kings to children, this psalm invites everything that has breath—and much that doesn’t—to … Continue reading →

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Why Do Christians Believe Forgiveness Is Important?

Posted on January 27, 2026 by Mark Cole

Forgiveness sits at the very heart of the Christian faith. It’s not just a nice idea or a polite moral value—it’s central to how Christians understand God, salvation, relationships, and personal freedom. But why do Christians place such a strong … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: salvation

12 Promises from God For Every Believer

Restitution: Making Things Right

What Do You Want Jesus To Do For You?

Brought Out to Belong: Why Holiness Still Matters

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

Am I Going To Heaven?

Why Psalm 150 Calls Us to All-Out Worship

The Upside-Down Kingdom: “The Last Will Be First, and the First Will Be Last” (Matthew 20:16)

Psalm 148 — When All Creation Joins the Choir

Why Do Christians Believe Forgiveness Is Important?

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