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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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God Will Provide

Posted on January 8, 2026 by Mark Cole

Few statements in Scripture are as simple—and as profound—as Abraham’s words on Mount Moriah:“God will provide.” (Genesis 22:8) Abraham spoke these words while walking up a mountain with his son Isaac, carrying the wood for a sacrifice. Isaac noticed something … Continue reading →

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Never Too Old: When God Calls Later in Life

Posted on January 8, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the quiet lies our culture tells us is that our best years are behind us. We are taught—sometimes subtly, sometimes directly—that usefulness belongs to the young, the energetic, the innovative. But when we open the Bible, we discover … Continue reading →

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The Fourth Man in the Fire

Posted on November 11, 2025 by Mark Cole

Daniel 3 — God’s Presence in the Furnace The story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in Daniel 3 is one of the most powerful demonstrations of faith and divine deliverance in all of Scripture. These three young Hebrew men refused … Continue reading →

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The Unshakable Truth of God’s Word

Posted on October 31, 2025 by Mark Cole

Proverbs 30:5–6 says,“Every word of God proves true. He is a shield to all who come to Him for protection. Do not add to His words, or He may rebuke you and expose you as a liar.” These verses remind … Continue reading →

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When Suffering Becomes a Teacher

Posted on October 30, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Even though Jesus was God’s Son, He learned obedience from the things He suffered.” — Hebrews 5:8 (NLT) This verse offers one of the most profound insights into the life of Jesus. Even though He was the Son of God … Continue reading →

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7 Reasons Why We Never Give Up

Posted on August 30, 2025 by Mark Cole

Paul writes in 2 Corinthians 4:16–18:“That is why we never give up. Though our bodies are dying, our spirits are being renewed every day. For our present troubles are small and won’t last very long. Yet they produce for us … Continue reading →

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Finish Strong

Posted on July 24, 2025 by Mark Cole

“I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead, I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us.”— … Continue reading →

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The Dangers of Testing and Not Believing God

Posted on March 15, 2025 by Mark Cole

In Numbers 14:22, God speaks these sobering words: “They have all seen My glorious presence and the miraculous signs I performed both in Egypt and in the wilderness, but again and again they have tested Me by refusing to listen … Continue reading →

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