Monthly Archives: March 2017

Strong Congregational Singing: 12 Things To Avoid

Posted on March 18, 2017 by Mark Cole

I love it when congregations sing so loud that the soundman has trouble hearing the worship band over the people singing around him. Worship leaders – if the congregation is not singing, we are not doing what God has called us to do. Here are a few things that I’ve learned to avoid in order to encourage the congregation to sing.
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The Real Saint Patrick

Posted on March 17, 2017 by Mark Cole

The real St. Patrick…. Wasn’t Irish, Born a Roman citizen in Britain Came from a wealthy aristocratic family Father was deacon, grandfather a priest Showed no interest in following Christ in early years Kidnapped by Irish pagans at age 16 … Continue reading →

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Why I Didn’t Eat For 40 Days

Posted on March 14, 2017 by Mark Cole

In 1998, my wife, Anna and I were asked to accompany a group of students on a missions trip to the Philippines. We spent a few months helping prepare the group for the two-week trip. Anna was on staff at … Continue reading →

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Wisdom

Posted on March 13, 2017 by Mark Cole

Many years ago, I took some advice from Billy Graham’s biography and started reading one chapter from the Book of Proverbs every day. There is so much wisdom in that book, that 30+ years later, I am still learning from it … Continue reading →

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Stewardship Principle: Your Money Is A Test

Posted on March 6, 2017 by Mark Cole

From James MacDonald devotionals ~ For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also (Matthew 6:21, ESV). It’s mine, versus it’s God’s. Deep down, how do you view your things, including money? You can’t divide the pot—this part is God’s; … Continue reading →

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