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What Is The Kingdom of God?

Posted on April 15, 2026 by Mark Cole

Few phrases appear more often in the teaching of Jesus than this: the Kingdom of God. It was the centerpiece of His message, the focus of His parables, and the heartbeat of His mission. Yet for many people, it remains … Continue reading →

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What Is The Difference Between Spiritual Gifts and Natural Talents?

Posted on March 18, 2026 by Mark Cole

A question that often comes up among believers—especially those serving in the church—is this: “What’s the difference between a natural talent and a spiritual gift?” It’s a great question, and understanding the difference can unlock clarity, confidence, and effectiveness in … Continue reading →

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Where Do Your Gifts and Talents Come From?

Posted on February 20, 2026 by Mark Cole

Have you ever stopped to ask yourself that question? You can play. You can teach. You can build. You can organize. You can lead. You can write. You can listen. You can encourage. You can fix things. You can make … Continue reading →

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21 Habits That Will Change Your Life

Posted on February 8, 2026 by Mark Cole

Small daily choices — especially when done consistently and with intention — reshape your character, your days, and ultimately your eternity. The following 21 habits combine time-tested practices for physical, mental, emotional, financial, and spiritual health. Even if you start … Continue reading →

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The Overflowing Measure: Jesus’ Promise on Generosity

Posted on December 28, 2025 by Mark Cole

In the Gospel of Luke, Jesus delivers a profound teaching on how we should live in relationship with others. Amid instructions on loving enemies, avoiding judgment, and extending mercy, He shares these vivid words: “Give, and you will receive. Your … Continue reading →

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Restoring My First Love

Posted on December 23, 2025 by Mark Cole

At 70 years old, I didn’t expect to be saying this—but this past year has been one of the Top 10 years of my life. What makes that even more surprising is how the year began. It didn’t start with … Continue reading →

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10 Blessings of Using Your Gift to Serve

Posted on November 27, 2025 by Mark Cole

Every follower of Jesus has been entrusted with gifts—spiritual, practical, musical, relational, organizational, and countless others. God never hands out these gifts randomly. He places them in us with purpose, expecting us to invest them, not bury them. And when … Continue reading →

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The Joy of Using Your Gift for Others

Posted on November 27, 2025 by Mark Cole

“God has given each of you a gift from His great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another.” — 1 Peter 4:10 (NLT) One of the greatest privileges of following Jesus is discovering that God has … Continue reading →

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Excellence in Every Assignment From God

Posted on November 21, 2025 by Mark Cole

Paul’s words in 2 Timothy 2:15 set a high but life-giving standard for anyone who wants to serve God well: “Work hard so you can present yourself to God and receive His approval. Be a good worker, one who does … Continue reading →

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Fan the Flame: Using the Gift God Has Placed in You

Posted on November 20, 2025 by Mark Cole

Based on 2 Timothy 1:6–7 Every now and then, Paul writes something to Timothy that sounds less like an apostle and more like a seasoned coach staring down a timid rookie: “Fan into flame the gift of God…” In modern … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: teaching

What Is The Kingdom of God?

What Is The Difference Between Spiritual Gifts and Natural Talents?

Where Do Your Gifts and Talents Come From?

21 Habits That Will Change Your Life

The Overflowing Measure: Jesus’ Promise on Generosity

Restoring My First Love

10 Blessings of Using Your Gift to Serve

The Joy of Using Your Gift for Others

Fan the Flame: Using the Gift God Has Placed in You

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