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The Cost and Blessings of Following Jesus

Posted on April 18, 2026 by Mark Cole

Following Jesus is the greatest decision a person can make—but it is not an easy one. In a society that celebrates comfort, self-promotion, and independence, the call of Christ cuts across the grain. He never hid that truth. He spoke … Continue reading →

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What Is The Kingdom of God?

Posted on April 15, 2026 by Mark Cole

Few phrases appear more often in the teaching of Jesus than this: the Kingdom of God. It was the centerpiece of His message, the focus of His parables, and the heartbeat of His mission. Yet for many people, it remains … Continue reading →

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The Lord’s Prayer: A Simple Path to a Powerful Life

Posted on April 11, 2026 by Mark Cole

Few passages in Scripture are as well-known—and yet as deeply rich—as the Lord’s Prayer. When Jesus taught His disciples how to pray, He didn’t give them a long, complicated formula. He gave them something simple, direct, and profound. This prayer … Continue reading →

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How God Views Obedience

Posted on March 18, 2026 by Mark Cole

Obedience is one of the clearest indicators of our relationship with God. It’s simple to talk about faith, sing about surrender, and agree with truth—but obedience is where belief becomes visible. God does not measure our devotion primarily by what … Continue reading →

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The Darkest Hours That Changed the World

Posted on March 16, 2026 by Mark Cole

Jesus’ Arrest, Trial, and Crucifixion The arrest, trial, and crucifixion of Jesus were the darkest hours in human history. Yet at the same time, they were the very moments when God’s greatest act of love and redemption unfolded. Everything that … Continue reading →

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7 Keys To Finding God’s Will For Your Life

Posted on March 2, 2026 by Mark Cole

If you’ve walked with God for any length of time, you’ve probably prayed this prayer: “Lord, what is Your will for my life?” It sounds spiritual. It feels important. And it is. But many people approach God’s will like a … Continue reading →

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Yet I Want Your Will To Be Done, Not Mine

Posted on February 12, 2026 by Mark Cole

In the shadow of the cross, in the Garden of Gethsemane, Jesus prayed some of the most honest words ever spoken: “Yet I want Your will to be done, not Mine.” This is not a calm theological statement. It is … Continue reading →

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Learning to Pray from Jesus: The Pattern That Shapes Our Lives

Posted on January 7, 2026 by Mark Cole

When Jesus’ disciples asked Him how to pray, He didn’t give them a long lecture or a mystical formula. He gave them a simple, profound prayer—one that has shaped the faith of believers for two thousand years. “This, then, is … Continue reading →

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Seek First the Kingdom

Posted on January 3, 2026 by Mark Cole

Jesus’ words in Matthew 6:33 are simple, direct, and deeply challenging: “But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” Few verses cut through the noise of modern life like … Continue reading →

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Why Isn’t My Prayer “In Jesus’ Name” Being Answered?

Posted on April 20, 2025 by Mark Cole

“And I will do whatever you ask in My name, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son. You may ask Me for anything in My name, and I will do it.”— John 14:13-14 These words of Jesus … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: Your will

The Cost and Blessings of Following Jesus

What Is The Kingdom of God?

The Lord’s Prayer: A Simple Path to a Powerful Life

How God Views Obedience

The Darkest Hours That Changed the World

7 Keys To Finding God’s Will For Your Life

Yet I Want Your Will To Be Done, Not Mine

Learning to Pray from Jesus: The Pattern That Shapes Our Lives

Seek First the Kingdom

Why Isn’t My Prayer “In Jesus’ Name” Being Answered?

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