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Seen by God: Living Beyond Appearances

Posted on April 28, 2025 by Mark Cole

“But the Lord said to Samuel, ‘Don’t judge by his appearance or height, for I have rejected him. The Lord doesn’t see things the way you see them. People judge by outward appearance, but the Lord looks at the heart.’”— … Continue reading →

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Secrets to Hearing the Voice of God

Posted on April 23, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the most beautiful stories in Scripture is the moment young Samuel hears God’s voice for the first time. It’s both mysterious and practical—a divine encounter that began in the stillness of night and was shaped by wise mentorship. … Continue reading →

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Seek Wisdom

Posted on October 8, 2024 by Mark Cole

In today’s fast-paced, information-saturated world, the need for true wisdom is more critical than ever. While knowledge can be found with a few keystrokes, wisdom is something deeper—something that guides our decisions, shapes our character, and aligns our lives with truth. The Bible, especially the book of Proverbs, offers us timeless principles on how to seek and attain this priceless treasure: wisdom. Continue reading →

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Finishing Well

Posted on June 29, 2024 by Mark Cole

As I sit here, reflecting on nearly five decades of walking with God as a believer, pastor and musician, I’m overwhelmed with gratitude for the amazing and blessed journey God has granted me. Yet, I can’t help but ponder on the importance of finishing well in my walk with Christ. Recent news of well-known pastors falling from grace has prompted me to look for wisdom on how we, as believers, can strive to end our race strong. Here are some thoughts: Continue reading →

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9 Biblical Success Principles For Musicians

Posted on June 14, 2024 by Mark Cole

Is your desire to improve and become the best musician you can be? Here are nine great principles found in the Bible that can be applied to your musical journey. 1. Excellence: The Bible encourages believers to do everything with … Continue reading →

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How To Be A Great Worship Band Singer

Posted on April 11, 2023 by Mark Cole

Leading worship and singing on a praise team is such an honor and a privilege. As a singer, there are several things you can do to prepare yourself for great worship rehearsals and services. Here are seven suggestions to help … Continue reading →

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You Need More FAT People On Your Worship Team

Posted on January 1, 2015 by Mark Cole

By Wisdom Moon Last August, I accepted a part-time worship director position at a local church here in Kansas City. After just a couple of weeks into my new role, I quickly realized that I needed to recruit more people on … Continue reading →

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