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8 Keys To Walking Close To God

Posted on May 28, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the greatest joys in life is walking closely with God. There is nothing more satisfying than living with a clear conscience, hearing His voice, sensing His presence, and knowing you are in step with Him. The Bible is … Continue reading →

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The Promise Of The Holy Spirit

Posted on May 24, 2026 by Mark Cole

Just before Jesus went to the cross, rose from the dead, and returned to the Father, He gave His followers one of the greatest promises in Scripture: the promise of the Holy Spirit. The disciples were troubled. Jesus had been … Continue reading →

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Bible Characters Who Probably Struggled With Mental Health

Posted on May 22, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the encouraging things about the Bible is that it does not hide human weakness. Scripture is filled with people who loved God deeply, obeyed Him courageously, and still battled overwhelming emotions, fear, despair, exhaustion, grief, and anxiety. The … Continue reading →

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Overcoming Fear

Posted on May 13, 2026 by Mark Cole

Fear is one of the most powerful emotions in the human heart. It can keep us awake at night, steal our peace, weaken our faith, and stop us from stepping into the future God has for us. Fear whispers things … Continue reading →

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Controlling Your Tongue: One of Life’s Most Important Disciplines

Posted on March 13, 2026 by Mark Cole

Few parts of the human body are as small—and as powerful—as the tongue. With just a few words we can build someone up or tear them down. We can inspire faith or spread doubt, bring peace or start conflict. The … Continue reading →

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10 Practical Ways Christians Can Pursue Holiness in Everyday Life

Posted on March 5, 2026 by Mark Cole

In Leviticus God gives this clear command: “You must be holy because I, the Lord your God, am holy.” This command can sound intimidating at first. But holiness is not reserved for pastors, missionaries, or monks. God calls every believer … Continue reading →

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Lessons From the Burning Bush

Posted on February 7, 2026 by Mark Cole

(Exodus 3–4) Few moments in Scripture are as mysterious and powerful as Moses’ encounter with God at the burning bush. A shepherd tending sheep in the wilderness suddenly finds himself standing on holy ground before the God of Abraham, Isaac, … Continue reading →

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How God Uses Dreams

Posted on February 3, 2026 by Mark Cole

Throughout Scripture, God often communicates with people in ways that bypass ordinary human reasoning—and dreams are one of His most consistent tools. From Genesis to the Gospels, dreams serve as divine messages, warnings, guidance, and encouragement. While not every dream … Continue reading →

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Why Do Christians Believe in Angels?

Posted on January 26, 2026 by Mark Cole

Angels have captured human imagination for centuries. They appear in art, music, movies, and stories as powerful, mysterious, and often comforting beings. But for Christians, belief in angels isn’t based on folklore or fantasy—it comes directly from the Bible and … Continue reading →

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“So My God Gave Me the Idea”

Posted on December 27, 2025 by Mark Cole

Learning to Recognize God’s Guidance from the Life of Nehemiah While reading the book of Nehemiah, one short phrase jumped off the page and grabbed my attention: “So my God gave me the idea…” (Nehemiah 7:5, NLT) It’s a simple … Continue reading →

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8 Keys To Walking Close To God

Bible Characters Who Probably Struggled With Mental Health

Overcoming Fear

Controlling Your Tongue: One of Life’s Most Important Disciplines

10 Practical Ways Christians Can Pursue Holiness in Everyday Life

Lessons From the Burning Bush

How God Uses Dreams

Why Do Christians Believe in Angels?

“So My God Gave Me the Idea”

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