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How Do We Become More Like Jesus?

Posted on August 16, 2026 by Mark Cole

Paul wrote something remarkable to the believers in Corinth: “And you should imitate me, just as I imitate Christ.” — 1 Corinthians 11:1 What a challenge! Paul was essentially saying, “Look at my life. As you see me following Jesus, … Continue reading →

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10 Things That Matter More Than Money

Posted on July 23, 2026 by Mark Cole

Money matters. We need it to buy food, pay our bills, provide for our families, and prepare for the future. The Bible never teaches that money is evil. In fact, money can be a wonderful servant when used wisely and … Continue reading →

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Created in God’s Image: What It Means and Why It Matters

Posted on June 24, 2026 by Mark Cole

“So God created human beings in His own image. In the image of God He created them; male and female He created them.” (Genesis 1:27) Few truths in the Bible are more profound than the declaration that human beings are … Continue reading →

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How Following Jesus Changes Everything

Posted on June 11, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the greatest invitations Jesus ever gave was simple: “Follow Me.” He spoke those words to fishermen, tax collectors, religious seekers, and ordinary people. He still speaks them today. Following Jesus is far more than agreeing with a set … Continue reading →

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The Good Things God Wants for You

Posted on May 30, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most encouraging truths in the Bible is that God is a good Father who desires good things for His children. Many people view God as distant, demanding, or difficult to please. Yet Scripture paints a very different … Continue reading →

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The Promise Of The Holy Spirit

Posted on May 24, 2026 by Mark Cole

Just before Jesus went to the cross, rose from the dead, and returned to the Father, He gave His followers one of the greatest promises in Scripture: the promise of the Holy Spirit. The disciples were troubled. Jesus had been … Continue reading →

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How To Flourish Spiritually In Every Season

Posted on May 23, 2026 by Mark Cole

Life moves through seasons. There are seasons of joy and breakthrough. Seasons of waiting and uncertainty. Seasons of strength and productivity. And seasons where we feel tired, discouraged, or spiritually dry. Yet God’s desire is that we continue to flourish … Continue reading →

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The Holy Spirit: Comforter, Counselor, Friend

Posted on May 22, 2026 by Mark Cole

Just before Jesus went to the cross, He spoke some deeply comforting words to His disciples: “I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Advocate, who will never leave you. He is the Holy Spirit, who leads … Continue reading →

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Raising Children God’s Way

Posted on May 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

Raising children is one of the greatest joys and one of the greatest responsibilities God gives us. Children are not interruptions to life—they are gifts from God, entrusted to us for a season. The Bible has a great deal to … Continue reading →

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Wisdom

Posted on April 8, 2026 by Mark Cole

Wisdom is one of the most valuable things a person can pursue—and one of the most misunderstood. We often confuse wisdom with knowledge. But knowledge is simply knowing facts. Wisdom is knowing what to do with them. You can be … Continue reading →

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How Do We Become More Like Jesus?

10 Things That Matter More Than Money

How Following Jesus Changes Everything

The Good Things God Wants for You

How To Flourish Spiritually In Every Season

The Holy Spirit: Comforter, Counselor, Friend

Raising Children God’s Way

Wisdom

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