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Be Holy Because God Is Holy

Posted on March 5, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most striking commands in the Bible appears in the book of Leviticus: “You must be holy because I, the Lord your God, am holy.” (Leviticus 19:2) At first glance, this command can feel overwhelming. How can ordinary … Continue reading →

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The Side-Effects of Holiness

Posted on February 28, 2026 by Mark Cole

Holiness is not a fashionable word. In many circles, it sounds rigid, joyless, or outdated. But biblically, holiness is not about stiffness or superiority. It is about belonging fully to God. It is about being set apart for Him. “Be … 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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Jeremiah – The Weeping Prophet with a Courageous Heart

Posted on October 18, 2025 by Mark Cole

The book of Jeremiah is one of the most powerful and emotional books in the Bible. It tells the story of a prophet called by God to speak truth during one of the darkest times in Israel’s history. While other … Continue reading →

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What True Holiness Looks Like

Posted on September 16, 2025 by Mark Cole

When we hear the word holiness, many of us think of rules, rituals, or a list of “do’s and don’ts.” But when we look at the life of Jesus, we see something far deeper and more beautiful. True holiness isn’t … Continue reading →

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1 Corinthians: God’s Call to a Holy and United Church

Posted on August 6, 2025 by Mark Cole

“To the church of God in Corinth… called to be His holy people.” – 1 Corinthians 1:2 A Letter for Our Time The book of 1 Corinthians is one of the most direct, practical, and convicting letters in the New … Continue reading →

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He Is Holy — Enthroned on Our Praises

Posted on April 22, 2025 by Mark Cole

Psalm 22:3 – “Yet You are holy, enthroned on the praises of Israel David’s words in Psalm 22 are full of raw emotion. He begins with the haunting cry, “My God, my God, why have You forsaken me?”—words Jesus himself … Continue reading →

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What Does It Mean To Be A Servant of Christ?

Posted on November 13, 2024 by Mark Cole

Paul often describes himself as a “slave” (or “servant”) of Christ, showing his deep sense of commitment and submission to Jesus as his master. This idea appears across several of his letters, emphasizing that following Christ involves willingly yielding one’s life to God’s purposes Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: set apart

Be Holy Because God Is Holy

The Side-Effects of Holiness

Brought Out to Belong: Why Holiness Still Matters

Jeremiah – The Weeping Prophet with a Courageous Heart

What True Holiness Looks Like

1 Corinthians: God’s Call to a Holy and United Church

He Is Holy — Enthroned on Our Praises

What Does It Mean To Be A Servant of Christ?

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