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For Everyone Who Asks, Seeks, and Knocks

Posted on April 11, 2026 by Mark Cole

Jesus made a bold and sweeping promise: “For everyone who asks, receives. Everyone who seeks, finds. And to everyone who knocks, the door will be opened.” (Matthew 7:8) At first glance, these words seem almost too good to be true. … Continue reading →

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A Wife of Noble Character

Posted on March 31, 2026 by Mark Cole

Reflections on Proverbs 31:10–31 Few passages in Scripture have been as admired—and at times misunderstood—as Proverbs 31:10–31. It paints a picture of a “wife of noble character,” a woman of strength, wisdom, and deep devotion. Some read it and feel … Continue reading →

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The God Who Is Looking

Posted on February 14, 2026 by Mark Cole

“The Lord looks down from heaven on the entire human race;He looks to see if anyone is truly wise, if anyone seeks God.”— Psalm 14:2 There is something sobering about this picture. God is not distracted. He is not uninvolved. … Continue reading →

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Why Do Christians Believe Self-Control Is Important?

Posted on January 25, 2026 by Mark Cole

Self-control isn’t one of the flashiest virtues. It doesn’t draw applause or admiration the way courage, generosity, or leadership might. Yet Scripture places it right at the heart of Christian maturity. In fact, the Bible presents self-control not as a … Continue reading →

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The Way That Leads to Life

Posted on January 12, 2026 by Mark Cole

“The way of the godly leads to life;that path does not lead to death.”— Proverbs 12:28 Scripture often presents life as a path. Not a moment. Not a single decision. A way—a direction we choose and continue to walk in … Continue reading →

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Lessons We Can Learn from the Book of Job

Posted on January 9, 2026 by Mark Cole

The book of Job is one of the most challenging—and most honest—books in the Bible. It doesn’t give us easy answers to suffering, and it refuses to wrap pain in neat spiritual clichés. Instead, it invites us into the deep … Continue reading →

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When the Books Are Opened

Posted on November 12, 2025 by Mark Cole

The prophet Daniel was given a vision so awe-inspiring that human language can scarcely contain it. He wrote: “I watched as thrones were put in place and the Ancient One sat down to judge.His clothing was as white as snow, … Continue reading →

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The Purpose of Proverbs: Wisdom for Everyday Life

Posted on November 1, 2025 by Mark Cole

The book of Proverbs opens with a clear statement of purpose: “These are the proverbs of Solomon, David’s son, king of Israel.Their purpose is to teach people wisdom and discipline,to help them understand the insights of the wise.Their purpose is … Continue reading →

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The Strength and Beauty of the Proverbs 31 Woman

Posted on November 1, 2025 by Mark Cole

Few passages in Scripture are as celebrated—and sometimes misunderstood—as Proverbs 31:10–31. Often called “The Virtuous Woman” or “The Wife of Noble Character,” this woman embodies wisdom, strength, and godliness in action. But Proverbs 31 is not simply a checklist for … Continue reading →

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A Woman of Strength and Dignity: Insights from Proverbs 31

Posted on July 31, 2025 by Mark Cole

“Who can find a virtuous and capable wife? She is more precious than rubies.”— Proverbs 31:10 (NLT) Proverbs 31 concludes the book of Proverbs with a stunning portrait of a godly woman. It’s often misunderstood as merely a checklist for … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: wise

For Everyone Who Asks, Seeks, and Knocks

A Wife of Noble Character

The God Who Is Looking

Why Do Christians Believe Self-Control Is Important?

The Way That Leads to Life

Lessons We Can Learn from the Book of Job

When the Books Are Opened

The Purpose of Proverbs: Wisdom for Everyday Life

The Strength and Beauty of the Proverbs 31 Woman

A Woman of Strength and Dignity: Insights from Proverbs 31

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