Tag Archives: you matter

“Very Good”: Seeing Creation Through God’s Eyes

Posted on January 1, 2026 by Mark Cole

“Then God looked over all He had made, and He saw that it was very good.”— Genesis 1:31 These are the last words of the creation story—and they matter more than we often realize. After six days of speaking worlds … Continue reading →

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How God Speaks to Those He Loves — Even When He Corrects Them

Posted on December 27, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the most misunderstood truths in the Christian life is this: God’s correction is not rejection.In fact, Scripture teaches the opposite. God speaks most clearly—and sometimes most firmly—to those He loves. We live in a culture that often equates … Continue reading →

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SPEAK: Five Questions That Open Hearts and Change Lives

Posted on December 22, 2025 by Mark Cole

Based on an acronym by Rick Warren One of the greatest gifts we can offer people is not a speech, a sermon, or even a solution—it’s a meaningful conversation. Jesus changed lives not only through teaching, but through questions. Rick … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: you matter

“Very Good”: Seeing Creation Through God’s Eyes

How God Speaks to Those He Loves — Even When He Corrects Them

SPEAK: Five Questions That Open Hearts and Change Lives

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