Author Archives: Mark Cole

About Mark Cole

Jesus follower, Husband, Father, Worship Leader, Writer, Pastor, Church Consultant, Founding Arranger for Praisecharts.com, squash & tennis player, blogger & outdoor enthusiast.. (biking, hiking, skiing). Twitter: @MarkMCole Facebook: mmcole

Responding to Mistreatment: Lessons from Jesus

Posted on May 6, 2024 by Mark Cole

In our journey through life, we often encounter situations where people treat us poorly or unfairly. How should we respond in such challenging moments? Let’s explore some valuable lessons from the teachings of Jesus on this important topic. Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, God, Healing, Jesus, Leadership, Wisdom | Tagged do good, enemies, forgive, forgiveness, give, healing, love, love your enemies, merciful, mercy, reconciliation | Leave a comment

How To Encourage Your Congregation To Clap Their Hands

Posted on May 5, 2024 by Mark Cole

Music plays a vital role in creating an atmosphere of praise and unity. One way to enhance this experience is by encouraging congregational participation through clapping along with the songs. While this might seem like a simple task, teaching a … Continue reading →

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10 Keys To A Deeper Relationship With God

Posted on May 4, 2024 by Mark Cole

Growing in your love relationship with God is a deeply personal journey that involves both spiritual disciplines and heartfelt devotion. Here are some practical ways to foster and deepen your love for God: Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, Church, God, Jesus, Leadership, Worship | Tagged Bible reading, community, devotion, disciplines, God, guidance, Know God, Knowing God, love, Loving God, obedience, prayer, repentance, service, spiritual, Surrender, Worship | 1 Comment

Hard Lessons from the Life of King Saul

Posted on May 1, 2024 by Mark Cole

Let’s delve into the insights we can learn from the mistakes of this complex Old Testament figure. Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, Family, God, Leadership, Wisdom | Tagged challenges, counsel, Disobedience, faithfulness, fear, impatient, jealousy, life choices, obedience, prayer, pride, promise | Leave a comment

Finding The Right Key For Leading Worship Songs

Posted on April 30, 2024 by Mark Cole

I have recently been teaching some new worship leaders how to pick the correct key for leading worship. Here is what has been most helpful for them. First question: What is your vocal range? I recommend you go to a … Continue reading →

Posted in Church, Leadership, Music, Wisdom, Worship | Tagged alto, audience, baritone, bass, congregation, SongSelect, soprano, tenor, vocal range, voice, worship leader | 3 Comments

7 Keys to Walking In God’s Favor

Posted on April 25, 2024 by Mark Cole

Discovering favor with God is a journey marked by faith, grace, and transformation. If you’re seeking to deepen your relationship with God and experience His favor in your life, here are seven principles rooted in God’s Word. Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, God, Jesus, Wisdom, Worship | Tagged Bible, discipleship, faith, Favor, forgiveness, give thanks, God, God's Word, heart of God, Jesus, love, obedience, prayer, prosperous, salvation, Savior, serve, strength, successful, Surrender, transformed, Trust, wisdom, Worship | 1 Comment

Godliness: 7 Characteristics That Define a Life of Purpose

Posted on April 24, 2024 by Mark Cole

What is ‘godliness’? Rooted in faith and grounded in a relationship with God, the qualities that define a godly person resonate throughout Scripture, offering a blueprint for spiritual growth and transformation. Let’s explore seven key characteristics that help define the essence of godliness: Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, God, Jesus, Wisdom, Worship | Tagged adversity, Bible, compassion, faith, fruitful, God, goodness, growth, holiness, honor God, humility, influence, integrity, Jesus, love, prayer, purity, servant leadership, Trust, Worship | Leave a comment

The Transformative Power of Daily Bible Reading

Posted on April 23, 2024 by Mark Cole

Daily reading of the Bible holds a profound importance and possesses an unparalleled power to transform our lives from the inside out. Continue reading →

Posted in Bible, God, God Adventures, Jesus, Wisdom | Tagged best version, Bible, Bible Gateway, comfort, compassion, God, hope, love, path, positive, roadmap, self-care, trials, Trust, Youversion | Leave a comment

Worship Team: How Prepared is “Prepared”?

Posted on April 16, 2024 by Mark Cole

You’ve probably said this to your team or heard this from your leader: “Everybody needs to practice and come to rehearsal prepared!” But how prepared is prepared? Continue reading →

Posted in Church, Leadership, Music, Wisdom, Worship | Tagged charts, chord structure, knowing, learning, mastery, memorization, numbers, preparation, rehearsal, volunteers, Worship leaders, worship team | Leave a comment

How To Learn To Sing Harmony

Posted on April 12, 2024 by Mark Cole

Learning to sing harmonies on a worship team requires practice, experience and ear training, It is also helpful to have a basic understanding of music theory. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you learn how to sing harmonies effectively: 1. … Continue reading →

Posted in Church, God, Music, Worship | Tagged choir, ear training, harmony, identify, listen, patient, persistent, practice, sheet music, simple harmonies, tutuorials, vocal music, vocal warm-ups, Worship | Leave a comment