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Loving Our Sikh Neighbours: Sharing Jesus with Grace and Truth

Posted on July 23, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have. But do this with gentleness and respect.” — 1 Peter 3:15 Recently, I’ve found myself thinking about the … Continue reading →

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What Is One Thing I Know God Wants Me To Do?

Posted on July 10, 2026 by Mark Cole

Reflections on James 4:17 “Remember, it is sin to know what you ought to do and then not do it.” — James 4:17 (NLT) When most people think about sin, they think about the wrong things they have done—lying, stealing, … Continue reading →

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The Paradoxes of Authentic Christian Living

Posted on July 7, 2026 by Mark Cole

Learning to Live God’s Upside-Down Life One of my favorite updated quotes from A.W. Tozer is this: “A real Christian is an unusual person. He feels supreme love for One whom he has never seen, talks familiarly every day to … Continue reading →

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Stephen: Lessons from the Life and Death of the First Christian Martyr

Posted on June 25, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Lord, don’t charge them with this sin.” — Acts 7:60 Stephen appears only briefly in the book of Acts, but his life and death left a lasting mark on the early church. His story occupies only a few chapters, yet … Continue reading →

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Sowing in Tears, Reaping with Joy

Posted on June 6, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Those who plant in tears will harvest with shouts of joy. They weep as they go to plant their seed, but they sing as they return with the harvest.” — Psalm 126:5-6 (NLT) One of God’s great principles is the … Continue reading →

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God’s Rewards: The Surprising Truth

Posted on May 5, 2026 by Mark Cole

We live in a culture that rewards visibility—applause, recognition, platform, and results you can measure. But God operates on a very different system. He sees what others miss. He values what others overlook. And He rewards in ways that are … Continue reading →

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A Beautiful Act of Devotion

Posted on March 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

While Jesus was eating at the home of Simon the leper, something unexpected happened. The Gospel of Gospel of Mark records the moment this way: “While he was eating, a woman came in with a beautiful alabaster jar of expensive … Continue reading →

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7 Habits of Couples Who Stay In Love for Decades

Posted on February 17, 2026 by Mark Cole

In a society where marriages often fade under pressure, some couples quietly build love that lasts 30, 40, even 50 years. That kind of love doesn’t happen by accident. It’s built on habits. After decades of marriage and ministry, and … Continue reading →

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7 Keys To Being Fruitful In Every Season

Posted on February 3, 2026 by Mark Cole

Jesus said, “I chose you and appointed you so that you might go and bear fruit—fruit that will last” (John 15:16). That promise isn’t limited to one stage of life, one season of success, or one moment of spiritual intensity. … Continue reading →

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The 7 Most Profound Questions Jesus Asked

Posted on February 2, 2026 by Mark Cole

Jesus of Nazareth was a master teacher. In the Gospels, scholars estimate he asked over 300 questions — far more than the number he directly answered. Rather than simply lecturing, he invited people into self-examination, revelation, and transformation through questions … Continue reading →

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The Paradoxes of Authentic Christian Living

Stephen: Lessons from the Life and Death of the First Christian Martyr

Sowing in Tears, Reaping with Joy

God’s Rewards: The Surprising Truth

A Beautiful Act of Devotion

7 Keys To Being Fruitful In Every Season

The 7 Most Profound Questions Jesus Asked

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