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Don’t Let Anger Drive

Posted on May 21, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Don’t sin by letting anger control you. Think about it overnight and remain silent.” – Psalm 4:4 (NLT) Anger is a powerful emotion. Sometimes it rises because of injustice, betrayal, frustration, hurt, exhaustion, or disappointment. The Bible does not say … Continue reading →

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Raising Children God’s Way

Posted on May 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

Raising children is one of the greatest joys and one of the greatest responsibilities God gives us. Children are not interruptions to life—they are gifts from God, entrusted to us for a season. The Bible has a great deal to … Continue reading →

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Where Do Your Blessings Come From?

Posted on May 9, 2026 by Mark Cole

Every good thing in your life has a source. Your health.Your family.Your friendships.Your opportunities.Your abilities.Your daily provision.Your salvation. The Bible continually reminds us that blessings do not ultimately come from luck, talent, government programs, investments, or human effort alone. They … Continue reading →

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Great Promises From Jesus

Posted on May 8, 2026 by Mark Cole

Few things are more comforting than the promises of Jesus. His words have strengthened believers through persecution, sickness, disappointment, failure, loneliness, and even death. Jesus never made empty promises. Every promise He gave was rooted in truth, love, and the … Continue reading →

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The Prayer Life of Jesus

Posted on May 2, 2026 by Mark Cole

If anyone ever lived close to God, it was Jesus. Yet the Son of God still made prayer a priority. He healed the sick, taught crowds, confronted darkness, and carried the weight of the world—but He continually returned to prayer. … Continue reading →

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Strength for Tough Times: Lessons From Psalm 34

Posted on May 1, 2026 by Mark Cole

Psalm 34 is one of the most practical and hope-filled psalms in the Bible. Written by David during a time of danger and distress, it carries the voice of a man who had seen trouble, fear, failure, rescue, and the … Continue reading →

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You’ve Been Given Something—Now Use It

Posted on April 26, 2026 by Mark Cole

One of the most challenging parables Jesus told is the story of the Ten Servants in Luke 19:11–27. A nobleman was leaving on a journey, so he entrusted money to ten servants and instructed them, “Do business until I come … Continue reading →

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Keys to Flourishing in Your 60’s, 70’s and 80’s

Posted on April 25, 2026 by Mark Cole

Growing older is not the same as growing weaker in spirit, purpose, or usefulness. Our culture often celebrates youth, but the Bible honours those who continue to walk with God through the later decades of life. Your 60’s, 70’s, and … Continue reading →

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No Two Battles Alike: How God Brings Victory

Posted on April 16, 2026 by Mark Cole

If you read the Old Testament carefully, one thing becomes very clear: God rarely wins battles the same way twice. Sometimes He uses overwhelming force. Other times, He reduces an army to almost nothing. He wins through strategy, miracles, confusion, … Continue reading →

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Wisdom

Posted on April 8, 2026 by Mark Cole

Wisdom is one of the most valuable things a person can pursue—and one of the most misunderstood. We often confuse wisdom with knowledge. But knowledge is simply knowing facts. Wisdom is knowing what to do with them. You can be … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: wisdom

Don’t Let Anger Drive

Raising Children God’s Way

Where Do Your Blessings Come From?

Great Promises From Jesus

The Prayer Life of Jesus

Strength for Tough Times: Lessons From Psalm 34

You’ve Been Given Something—Now Use It

Keys to Flourishing in Your 60’s, 70’s and 80’s

No Two Battles Alike: How God Brings Victory

Wisdom

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