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10 Life Lessons from the Book of Amos

Posted on July 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Seek good, not evil, that you may live. Then the Lord God Almighty will be with you…” — Amos 5:14 The book of Amos isn’t often listed among people’s favorite books of the Bible. Its pages are filled with warnings, … Continue reading →

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Lessons from the Book of Amos

Posted on July 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

“But let justice roll on like a river, righteousness like a never-failing stream!” — Amos 5:24 The book of Amos is one of the most challenging books in the Old Testament. It is a wake-up call to people who had … Continue reading →

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30 Ways God Provides for His People in the Bible

Posted on July 5, 2026 by Mark Cole

From the Garden of Eden to the New Jerusalem “The eyes of all look to You in hope; You give them their food as they need it.” — Psalm 145:15 (NLT) One of the most encouraging themes in the Bible … Continue reading →

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25 Reasons to Praise the Lord

Posted on June 4, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Let everything that has breath praise the Lord. Praise the Lord!” — Psalm 150:6 (NLT) Praise is one of the greatest privileges of the Christian life. We don’t praise God merely because life is easy; we praise Him because He … Continue reading →

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Who Is Jesus? What’s In A Name?

Posted on June 2, 2026 by Mark Cole

“There is salvation in no one else! God has given no other name under heaven by which we must be saved.” — Acts 4:12 Names matter. Throughout the Bible, names often reveal a person’s character, purpose, or destiny. Abraham means … 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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Powerful Lessons from the Life of David

Posted on May 3, 2026 by Mark Cole

Few Bible characters are as inspiring, complex, and relatable as David. He was a shepherd, musician, warrior, poet, king, worshipper, leader, and deeply flawed man. Yet God called him “a man after My own heart.” David’s life reminds us that … Continue reading →

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Lessons From Psalm 23

Posted on April 30, 2026 by Mark Cole

Few passages in all of Scripture have comforted more people than Psalm 23. Written by King David—a shepherd who became a king—it has brought peace in hospital rooms, courage at funerals, hope in hard seasons, and strength in everyday life. … Continue reading →

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The Healing Power of Music

Posted on April 28, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Let us find a good musician to play the harp whenever the tormenting spirit troubles you. He will play soothing music, and you will soon be well again.”— 1 Samuel 16:16 This remarkable passage from 1 Samuel gives us a … Continue reading →

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What Does It Mean To Be “A Man After God’s Own Heart”?

Posted on April 27, 2026 by Mark Cole

The phrase “a man after God’s own heart” is one of the most striking descriptions found in the Bible. It was spoken about David, the shepherd boy who became king, warrior, psalmist, and leader of Israel. In Acts 13:22, God … Continue reading →

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10 Life Lessons from the Book of Amos

Lessons from the Book of Amos

30 Ways God Provides for His People in the Bible

25 Reasons to Praise the Lord

Who Is Jesus? What’s In A Name?

The Good Things God Wants for You

Powerful Lessons from the Life of David

Lessons From Psalm 23

The Healing Power of Music

What Does It Mean To Be “A Man After God’s Own Heart”?

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