Author Archives: Mark Cole

Jesus’ Top 10 Quotes

Posted on January 8, 2023 by Mark Cole

I love reading the Bible and especially the words of Jesus. Picking just 10 quotes from Jesus is difficult, all of His words have such depth and meaning. But, here are my favourite Bible verses from Jesus. Jesus ~ “‘You must … Continue reading →

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Bible Reading Challenge

Posted on January 1, 2023 by Mark Cole

Studies have shown that the single most powerful catalyst of people’s spiritual growth is personal Bible study and reflection. Getting our minds and hearts into God’s Word changes us! I know that it has changed me! Do you want to … Continue reading →

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The Christmas Story

Posted on December 25, 2022 by Mark Cole

In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. And everyone went to his own town to register. So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee … Continue reading →

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Joseph’s Prayer

Posted on December 23, 2022 by Mark Cole

by Max Lucado, from On This Holy Night Joseph… did what the Lord’s angel had told him to do. — Matthew 1:24 The white space between Bible verses is fertile soil for questions. One can hardly read Scripture without whispering, “I … Continue reading →

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My Mom’s Christmas Miracle

Posted on November 13, 2022 by Mark Cole

A few years back my 78 year old mother, Margaret Preston, flew to Calgary to celebrate my birthday. After she heard my ‘Do You Believe In Angels?’ story…. here’s the story she told me! When my mom was 6 years … Continue reading →

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My 10 Favorite Bible Passages On Worship

Posted on November 1, 2022 by Mark Cole

John ~ I saw a vast crowd, too great to count, from every nation and tribe and people and language, standing in front of the throne and before the Lamb. They were clothed in white robes and held palm branches … Continue reading →

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Homeless In London

Posted on October 17, 2022 by Mark Cole

Sometimes when you travel, you end up in very weird situations! One time, I was on tour with a band in England. We had just finished six months of touring and we finally had a couple of weeks off.  Most … Continue reading →

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Double Your Gifts And Talents

Posted on August 20, 2022 by Mark Cole

I have always been fascinated by Jesus’ Parables. They reveal wisdom on multiple levels. One of my favourites is the ‘Parable of the Talents’ told by Jesus in Matthew 25:14-30. In that parable Jesus tells a story of a rich … Continue reading →

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10 Ways To Improve Your Worship Leading ~ Part 2 of 2

Posted on August 7, 2022 by Mark Cole

This is the 2nd of two parts: Check out part 1 here: 10 Ways To Improve… 6. Learn a musical instrument Most worship leaders play an instrument. It is not a prerequisite but it is of great help. The two main … Continue reading →

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10 Ways To Improve Your Worship Leading ~ Part 1 of 2

Posted on August 7, 2022 by Mark Cole

1. Study under a great worship leader This is the best way to learn and it can take on many forms. Jesus used this method to teach His disciples. His disciples ministered alongside Him for three years and then He sent … Continue reading →

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