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7 Keys to a Successful Life and Ministry

Posted on October 13, 2026 by Mark Cole

What does it really mean to live a successful Christian life? Is success measured by the size of your church, the number of people attending your services, your musical abilities, your influence, or your accomplishments? After more than 50 years … Continue reading →

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What We Can Learn From How David Organized the Musicians for Worship

Posted on August 12, 2026 by Mark Cole

When we think about King David, we often think of the shepherd who defeated Goliath, the king who united Israel, or the psalmist who poured out his heart to God. But David was also an extraordinary organizer. One of the … Continue reading →

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The Heart of True Worship

Posted on July 29, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Honor the Lord for the glory of His name. Worship the Lord in the splendor of His holiness.” — Psalm 29:2 There are many reasons people gather for worship each week. Some come seeking encouragement. Others come looking for hope, … Continue reading →

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Why Every Christian Should Love the Church

Posted on July 26, 2026 by Mark Cole

There are few things more important to Jesus than His Church. He died to redeem it, He is building it, and one day He will return for it. Yet many Christians today say, “I love Jesus, but I don’t love … Continue reading →

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When Singing Breaks Chains

Posted on July 15, 2026 by Mark Cole

“About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the other prisoners were listening to them. Suddenly there was a massive earthquake, and the prison was shaken to its foundations. All the doors immediately flew open, … Continue reading →

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8 Tips On Taking Your Sunday Morning Worship to the Next Level

Posted on June 27, 2026 by Mark Cole

I love leading God’s people in worship. I have been privileged to lead worship teams in my home church and around the world for more than forty years. Along the way, God has taught me many valuable lessons. Here are … Continue reading →

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25 Reasons We Should Celebrate God With Music

Posted on June 15, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most noticeable features of God’s people throughout history is their singing. From the songs of Moses and Miriam after crossing the Red Sea, to David’s psalms, to the worship around God’s throne in Revelation, music has always … Continue reading →

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Why Do Christians Lift Their Hands When They Worship?

Posted on June 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Lift up your hands in the sanctuary and praise the Lord.” — Psalm 134:2 Have you ever wondered why some Christians lift their hands during worship? For those who did not grow up in a church where this practice was … 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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Men Who Sang: Powerful Examples from the Bible

Posted on May 20, 2026 by Mark Cole

Music and singing are often thought of as something more natural for women or children, but the Bible paints a very different picture. Throughout Scripture, strong, courageous, godly men sang. Kings sang. Warriors sang. Prophets sang. Shepherds sang. Prisoners sang. … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: singing

7 Keys to a Successful Life and Ministry

What We Can Learn From How David Organized the Musicians for Worship

The Heart of True Worship

Why Every Christian Should Love the Church

When Singing Breaks Chains

8 Tips On Taking Your Sunday Morning Worship to the Next Level

25 Reasons We Should Celebrate God With Music

Why Do Christians Lift Their Hands When They Worship?

Sowing in Tears, Reaping with Joy

Men Who Sang: Powerful Examples from the Bible

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