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Sowing in Tears, Reaping with Joy

Posted on June 6, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Those who plant in tears will harvest with shouts of joy. They weep as they go to plant their seed, but they sing as they return with the harvest.” — Psalm 126:5-6 (NLT) One of God’s great principles is the … Continue reading →

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How Jesus Handled Betrayal

Posted on May 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

Few things hurt more deeply than betrayal.A trusted friend lies to you.A spouse becomes unfaithful.A church member turns against you.Someone you sacrificed for walks away. Jesus understands betrayal more than anyone. He was betrayed by one of His closest followers, … Continue reading →

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How Does God Direct Our Lives?

Posted on April 8, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most important questions we ask is: How does God actually lead me? We all want clarity. We want to know we’re making the right decisions, walking the right path, and not missing His voice. Here’s the truth: … Continue reading →

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The Lord Will Fight for You — Just Stay Calm

Posted on February 12, 2026 by Mark Cole

Few sentences in Scripture are as simple — and as hard to live — as this one: “The Lord Himself will fight for you. Just stay calm.” (Exodus 14:14) These words were spoken at one of the most terrifying moments … Continue reading →

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Why Are You Afraid? You Have So Little Faith!”

Posted on January 11, 2026 by Mark Cole

There are moments in the Gospels when Jesus asks questions that cut straight to the heart. This is one of them. “Why are you afraid? You have so little faith!” Jesus spoke these words to His disciples while they were … Continue reading →

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Keep On Asking, Seeking, and Knocking

Posted on January 9, 2026 by Mark Cole

There’s something profoundly simple—and yet deeply challenging—about Jesus’ words in Matthew 7:7–8: “Keep on asking, and you will receive what you ask for. Keep on seeking, and you will find. Keep on knocking, and the door will be opened to … Continue reading →

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The Prayer Lives of Great Men of the Bible

Posted on December 22, 2025 by Mark Cole

What They Knew That We Often Forget When we read about the great men of the Bible, it’s easy to be impressed by their courage, leadership, miracles, or faith under pressure. But beneath every public act of obedience was a … Continue reading →

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Faith Opens the Door to Rest

Posted on October 29, 2025 by Mark Cole

Our culture is full of noise, hurry, and striving. Even when we stop working, our minds often keep racing. Yet God offers something our hearts deeply crave — rest. Not just physical rest, but a spiritual calm and confidence that … Continue reading →

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Walking Humbly with God: Lessons from the Book of Micah

Posted on October 11, 2025 by Mark Cole

The prophet Micah lived during a time of great corruption, injustice, and spiritual decline in Israel and Judah. He was a contemporary of Isaiah and spoke boldly against leaders, priests, and prophets who had strayed from God’s truth. Yet, amid … Continue reading →

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God Gives Rest: A Reflection on Psalm 127:2

Posted on August 7, 2025 by Mark Cole

“It is useless for you to work so hard from early morning until late at night,anxiously working for food to eat; for God gives rest to His loved ones.” – Psalm 127:2 (NLT) We live in a culture that glorifies … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: trusting

Sowing in Tears, Reaping with Joy

How Jesus Handled Betrayal

How Does God Direct Our Lives?

The Lord Will Fight for You — Just Stay Calm

Why Are You Afraid? You Have So Little Faith!”

Keep On Asking, Seeking, and Knocking

The Prayer Lives of Great Men of the Bible

Faith Opens the Door to Rest

Walking Humbly with God: Lessons from the Book of Micah

God Gives Rest: A Reflection on Psalm 127:2

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