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The Night Jesus Changed Passover Forever

Posted on May 18, 2026 by Mark Cole

For over a thousand years, the Jewish people celebrated Passover as a reminder of God’s deliverance from slavery in Egypt. Families gathered around tables, ate the Passover meal, and remembered the night when the blood of the lamb protected God’s … Continue reading →

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The Joy of Being Forgiven

Posted on May 13, 2026 by Mark Cole

There are few greater feelings in life than being forgiven. When guilt is lifted… when shame is removed… when a relationship is restored… something inside us comes alive again. That is the heart of Psalm 32. This beautiful Psalm was … Continue reading →

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Lessons From David and Bathsheba

Posted on May 12, 2026 by Mark Cole

Few stories in the Bible are as honest, painful, and sobering as the story of David and Bathsheba. It is a story of temptation, adultery, deception, abuse of power, tragedy, repentance, and ultimately, the mercy of God. David was called … Continue reading →

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Lessons From the Last Supper

Posted on May 11, 2026 by Mark Cole

On the night before the crucifixion, Jesus gathered His disciples in an upper room for one final meal together. What happened there became one of the most meaningful moments in history. The bread and the wine were not just part … Continue reading →

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The Signs of Jesus’ Return

Posted on May 8, 2026 by Mark Cole

For 2,000 years, Christians have lived with a sense of anticipation: Jesus is coming again. The return of Christ is one of the central promises of the New Testament. The same Jesus who came in humility will one day return … Continue reading →

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The Cost of Being Unfaithful

Posted on May 6, 2026 by Mark Cole

Adultery is often presented as a private choice—something hidden, contained, even justified in moments of weakness or dissatisfaction. But Scripture and real life tell a very different story. Being unfaithful is never isolated. It carries a cost—deep, wide, and often … Continue reading →

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Lessons From The Crucifixion of Jesus

Posted on May 2, 2026 by Mark Cole

The crucifixion of Jesus is the most painful and powerful moment in human history. It was an event of brutal suffering, deep injustice, and unimaginable love. What looked like defeat became the doorway to victory. What seemed like the end … Continue reading →

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Lessons From the Prodigal Son

Posted on April 20, 2026 by Mark Cole

Few stories Jesus told are as rich, relatable, and revealing as the parable of the prodigal son (Luke 15:11–32). It’s a story about rebellion, brokenness, repentance, and extravagant grace. But more than that, it’s a mirror—showing us not only who … Continue reading →

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Jesus’ Call to Repentance

Posted on April 16, 2026 by Mark Cole

Repentance is not a popular word today. It can sound harsh, negative, even outdated. But when Jesus began His ministry, His very first message was clear and direct: “Repent, for the Kingdom of Heaven is near.” That wasn’t a side … Continue reading →

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The Pull Toward Evil—and the Power to Become Better

Posted on April 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

There’s something honest—and uncomfortable—about admitting this: left to ourselves, we don’t naturally drift toward what is good. We drift toward what is easy, selfish, and, at times, destructive. You don’t have to look far to see it. It shows up … Continue reading →

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The Night Jesus Changed Passover Forever

The Joy of Being Forgiven

Lessons From the Last Supper

The Signs of Jesus’ Return

The Cost of Being Unfaithful

Lessons From The Crucifixion of Jesus

Lessons From the Prodigal Son

Jesus’ Call to Repentance

The Pull Toward Evil—and the Power to Become Better

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