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Living in Holiness in a Culture of Lust

Posted on July 31, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the striking features of the book of Proverbs is how often Solomon warns his son about the dangers of sexual immorality. Nearly every few chapters, we encounter strong words cautioning against the “adulterous woman,” the seductress whose words … Continue reading →

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How to Win the Inner Battles

Posted on July 18, 2025 by Mark Cole

Every one of us fights private battles—internal struggles that few people see but all of us feel. Paul describes this daily war in Galatians 5 as a conflict between our sinful nature and the Holy Spirit: “The sinful nature wants … Continue reading →

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Come Close to God – And Watch the Enemy Flee

Posted on July 9, 2025 by Mark Cole

Scripture:“So humble yourselves before God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. Come close to God, and God will come close to you.”— James 4:7–8 (NLT) In just a few powerful sentences, James gives us a blueprint for … Continue reading →

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When You Hear the Marching on the Trees

Posted on May 9, 2025 by Mark Cole

“When you hear a sound like marching feet in the tops of the poplar trees, be on the alert! That will be the signal that the Lord is moving ahead of you to strike down the Philistine army.”— 2 Samuel … Continue reading →

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Teach Us to Pray” – A Fresh Look at the Lord’s Prayer

Posted on April 11, 2025 by Mark Cole

One day, after watching Jesus finish praying, His disciples made a simple but profound request: “Lord, teach us to pray.”They had seen something in Jesus—His peace, His connection with the Father, the power that followed His ministry—and they rightly connected … Continue reading →

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Why Does God Test Us?

Posted on March 27, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the great themes of Scripture is that God tests His people. In Deuteronomy 8:2, Moses reminds Israel, “Remember how the Lord your God led you through the wilderness for these forty years, humbling you and testing you to … Continue reading →

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Living Under God’s Watchful Eye: How Proverbs 15:3 Should Shape Our Behavior

Posted on February 15, 2025 by Mark Cole

“The Lord is watching everywhere, keeping His eye on both the evil and the good.” — Proverbs 15:3 (NLT) This short but powerful verse reminds us of a truth that is both sobering and comforting: God sees everything. Nothing escapes … Continue reading →

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Lessons from the Temptations of Jesus: Overcoming Life’s Challenges as Believers

Posted on January 4, 2025 by Mark Cole

In Matthew 4, we read the account of Jesus’ temptation in the wilderness. After fasting for forty days and nights, Jesus faced three distinct temptations from Satan. Each one was an attempt to derail His mission and test His identity as the Son of God. Jesus’ response to these challenges provides us with powerful lessons about standing firm in faith and overcoming temptations in our own lives. Continue reading →

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10 Keys To Overcoming Temptation

Posted on July 18, 2024 by Mark Cole

Temptation is a universal human experience, but as Christians, we have powerful tools to resist and overcome these challenges. Here are the top 10 common temptations and Bible verses to help us stand firm against them: Continue reading →

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Seeking God In A Fast

Posted on January 9, 2024 by Mark Cole

Engaging in a time of prayer and fasting can be a meaningful spiritual practice to draw closer to God. Whether it is for 1 day, 3 days or longer, here are some suggestions to enhance your experience: Continue reading →

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