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When No One Is Listening: A Prayer from the Cave

Posted on January 23, 2026 by Mark Cole

Psalm 142 Psalm 142 is one of the most honest prayers in the Bible. David writes it while hiding in a cave, running for his life, isolated, misunderstood, and worn down. The title says it all: “A prayer of David … 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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Where Does Faith Come From?

Posted on December 9, 2014 by Mark Cole

Do you lack faith? Faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word about Christ. ~ Romans 10:17 NIV How do I please God? And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who … Continue reading →

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