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“Everything Is a Gift” – Living with Grateful Eyes

Posted on June 7, 2025 by Mark Cole

John 17:7 – “Now they know that everything I have is a gift from You.” These words from Jesus, spoken in His prayer to the Father, reveal something profound about how He viewed His life, ministry, and mission: everything He … Continue reading →

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Would You Like To Go To Heaven?

Posted on June 7, 2025 by Mark Cole

That may sound like a strange question—“Would you like to go to heaven?”—but it’s one worth asking. Many people assume they’re going to heaven because they’ve lived a decent life, gone to church, helped others, or believed in God in … Continue reading →

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Getting Real: Wisdom from David’s Psalms

Posted on May 26, 2025 by Mark Cole

For over 3,000 years, people around the world have been reading the Psalms of David. Soldiers in foxholes, mothers at midnight, kings in palaces, and prisoners in cells have all turned to these ancient songs for strength and peace. But … Continue reading →

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What Modern Worshippers Can Learn from David’s Example

Posted on March 12, 2025 by Mark Cole

David, the shepherd-turned-king, was one of the most passionate worshippers in Scripture. His heart for God and his leadership in worship established what we now call “Davidic Worship.” His life offers valuable lessons for modern worshippers, whether you’re a worship … Continue reading →

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Praying “THE LORD’S PRAYER” Matthew 6:9-13

Posted on September 8, 2024 by Mark Cole

I love the prayer that Jesus used to teach us how to pray. Years ago I made a small laminated copy of this teaching on the Lord’s Prayer to help my prayer life. I still refer to it frequently when I … Continue reading →

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Top Bible Verses to Memorize

Posted on April 25, 2023 by Mark Cole

The Bible is a sacred text and a source of guidance and wisdom for millions of people around the world. Memorizing Bible verses can be a helpful way to internalize these teachings and make them a part of our daily … Continue reading →

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10 Essential Traits of a Worship Pastor ~ Darlene Zschech

Posted on October 2, 2014 by Mark Cole

One of my life’s greatest privileges has been serving as a worship pastor, and with this responsibility my eyes have been opened to so many different facets of what the job really requires, as opposed to what I imagined it … Continue reading →

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