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“For Many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen”: What Did Jesus Mean?

Posted on February 3, 2026 by Mark Cole

(Matthew 22:14) Few of Jesus’ statements are as sobering—or as clarifying—as this one: “For many are called, but few are chosen.” It appears at the end of the Parable of the Wedding Banquet, and it forces us to wrestle with … Continue reading →

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Why Do Christians Believe God Transforms Lives?

Posted on January 26, 2026 by Mark Cole

Christians don’t just believe that God forgives sins — they believe that God changes people. This conviction sits at the very heart of the Christian faith. From the Bible to church history to everyday testimonies, the story is the same: … Continue reading →

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Blessed Are the Pure in Heart

Posted on January 5, 2026 by Mark Cole

“God blesses those whose hearts are pure,for they will see God.”— Matthew 5:8 Few verses are as searching—or as hopeful—as this one. Jesus does not speak about religious performance, public image, or outward morality. He speaks about the heart. And … Continue reading →

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7 Characteristics of Growing Churches

Posted on December 28, 2025 by Mark Cole

Church growth in North America isn’t accidental—and it isn’t primarily about style, denomination, or budget. Growing churches tend to share a set of intentional characteristics that shape everything they do. They don’t abandon theology or tradition, but they continually ask … Continue reading →

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Winning the Battle of the Mind: How to Control Negative Thoughts

Posted on December 18, 2025 by Mark Cole

A Biblical Perspective Most spiritual battles are not fought in public. They are fought quietly—between our ears. Negative thoughts don’t announce themselves as enemies. They sound reasonable. Familiar. Even responsible. What if this goes wrong? You’ve failed before. You’re falling … Continue reading →

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Turn Back and Live: God’s Invitation to a New Heart and a New Spirit

Posted on November 22, 2025 by Mark Cole

Few passages in Scripture capture the heart of God as clearly and tenderly as Ezekiel 18:30–32. Spoken to a rebellious nation, these words remain God’s urgent call to every generation—including ours: “Repent, and turn from your sins. Don’t let them … Continue reading →

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The Journey of Becoming More Like Jesus

Posted on November 4, 2025 by Mark Cole

The moment we put our faith in Jesus Christ, a new journey begins—one that starts with grace and leads to holiness. The Bible paints this as a lifelong path: from being saved by grace to being transformed by the Spirit … Continue reading →

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Made Holy Once for All Time

Posted on November 4, 2025 by Mark Cole

“For God’s will was for us to be made holy by the sacrifice of the body of Jesus Christ, once for all time.” – Hebrews 10:10 NLT There are few verses in the Bible that express the heart of God’s … Continue reading →

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Prove You’ve Changed — The Evidence of a Transformed Life

Posted on October 18, 2025 by Mark Cole

Acts 26:20 — “All must repent of their sins and turn to God—and prove they have changed by the good things they do.” When the Apostle Paul stood before King Agrippa, he wasn’t defending himself as much as he was … Continue reading →

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10 Powerful Bible Verses That Can Change Your Life

Posted on October 13, 2025 by Mark Cole

If you’ve ever needed encouragement, direction, or renewed hope, the Bible is the best place to start. God’s Word is alive and powerful—it speaks right into the heart of your daily life. As you meditate on Scripture, your thinking changes, … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: transformed

“For Many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen”: What Did Jesus Mean?

Why Do Christians Believe God Transforms Lives?

Blessed Are the Pure in Heart

7 Characteristics of Growing Churches

Winning the Battle of the Mind: How to Control Negative Thoughts

Turn Back and Live: God’s Invitation to a New Heart and a New Spirit

The Journey of Becoming More Like Jesus

Made Holy Once for All Time

Prove You’ve Changed — The Evidence of a Transformed Life

10 Powerful Bible Verses That Can Change Your Life

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