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Worship: More Than a Sunday Activity

Posted on July 8, 2026 by Mark Cole

Why the Bible’s emphasis on worship should transform our daily lives The Bible is, above all, the story of a God who created people to know Him, love Him, and worship Him. Every major event in Scripture points us toward … 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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I Love Writing Songs To God

Posted on June 7, 2026 by Mark Cole

When my son, Josh, was going to a Christian school, one of his assignments was to memorize Bible passages. I remember spending one evening helping him memorize Psalm 139. What a powerful Psalm. After a few hours of working with … Continue reading →

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The Top 20 Music Inventions of All Time

Posted on May 18, 2026 by Mark Cole

Music has always found a way forward through invention.Sometimes it was a new instrument. Sometimes a new technology. Sometimes a strange little idea that completely changed how humans create, hear, record, or share music. A single invention can reshape worship, … Continue reading →

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Why Music Mattered in the Life of Jesus

Posted on May 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

Music was not a small part of life in Bible times. It was woven into worship, celebrations, family gatherings, national feasts, and everyday life. And when we look at the life of Jesus Christ, we discover that music played an … Continue reading →

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Why I Enjoy Using Alexa In My Home

Posted on March 17, 2026 by Mark Cole

A few years ago, I wasn’t convinced I needed a voice assistant in my home. I’ve lived a full life without one—why start now? But like many things in life, once I gave it a try, I realized it wasn’t … Continue reading →

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What Is Love?

Posted on February 15, 2026 by Mark Cole

Love is the most written about, sung about, preached about, and misunderstood word in the human vocabulary. Our culture talks about love constantly. Songs climb the charts because of it. Movies revolve around it. People fall into it, fall out … Continue reading →

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The Four Songs of Christmas

Posted on December 25, 2025 by Mark Cole

How God Announced the Coming of Jesus Through Worship The Christmas story is not only told through angels, shepherds, and a manger—it is sung. Before Jesus ever speaks a word, heaven and earth break into song. Luke’s Gospel, in particular, … Continue reading →

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The Easiest Way to Copyright Your Songs

Posted on September 9, 2025 by Mark Cole

As a songwriter, you’ve probably wondered: How do I protect my songs? The good news is that copyright is simpler than most people realize. In fact, your music is protected the moment you create it. Let’s walk through the easiest … Continue reading →

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Let the Children Come: Why Children’s Ministry Matters More Than Ever

Posted on July 1, 2025 by Mark Cole

By Mark Cole | Albania | July 2025 “Let the little children come to me. Don’t stop them! For the Kingdom of Heaven belongs to those who are like these children.”—Jesus (Matthew 19:14 NLT) I’m writing this from Albania, where … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: songs

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

I Love Writing Songs To God

Why Music Mattered in the Life of Jesus

Why I Enjoy Using Alexa In My Home

What Is Love?

The Four Songs of Christmas

The Easiest Way to Copyright Your Songs

Let the Children Come: Why Children’s Ministry Matters More Than Ever

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