Category Archives: God Adventures

7 Keys to Walking Closer To God

Posted on December 12, 2024 by Mark Cole

Walking close to God is the greatest privilege and joy of the Christian life. It’s a journey of intimacy, guidance, and transformation as we align our hearts with His. While God’s presence is always with us, cultivating an awareness of His nearness requires intentionality. Here are seven keys to walking closer to God daily: Continue reading →

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The Key to True Fulfillment

Posted on December 7, 2024 by Mark Cole

“Take delight in the Lord, and He will give you your heart’s desires.”
—Psalm 37:4

This verse has inspired countless believers over the centuries, offering a beautiful promise: if we delight in God, He will grant us the desires of our hearts. But what does it really mean to “take delight in the Lord,” and how does this lead to our heart’s desires being fulfilled? Let’s explore this powerful scripture. Continue reading →

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What Has God Prepared For You Today?

Posted on December 6, 2024 by Mark Cole

“No eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no mind has imagined what God has prepared for those who love Him.” (1 Corinthians 2:9, NLT)

This verse, quoting Isaiah 64:4, has captivated the hearts of believers for centuries. It points us to the overwhelming beauty and greatness of what God has in store for His people. While often applied to the promise of heaven, this verse has profound implications for Christians living today. Continue reading →

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Working On My ‘Bucket List’

Posted on November 1, 2024 by Mark Cole

Years ago I decided to make a ‘Bucket List’. One of my favourite items on this to-do-list was to try every form of transportation there is. From road travel to off-road travel, air travel, sea travel to animal travel. I wanted … Continue reading →

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Do Angels Fix Flat Tires?

Posted on October 25, 2024 by Mark Cole

A number of years ago, I was driving to church with my family on a Sunday morning. We were zooming down our local freeway at 110 km/hr (70 mi/hr) when all of a sudden I spotted an aluminium ladder strewn … Continue reading →

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The Secret: Christ In You and the Path to Wisdom

Posted on October 22, 2024 by Mark Cole

The apostle Paul unveils a profound mystery in his letter to the Colossians, something that had been hidden for ages: “And this is the secret: Christ lives in you. This gives you assurance of sharing His glory” (Colossians 1:27). He goes on to say, “In Christ lie hidden all the treasures of wisdom and knowledge” (Colossians 2:3). The secret is out—Christ in us is the key to unlocking a life of wisdom, growth, and transformation. Continue reading →

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The Best Of Times And The Worst Of Times

Posted on October 19, 2024 by Mark Cole

When I was in my fourth year of university, I made the mistake of signing up for a course called ‘The Synoptic Gospels’. I thought it would be course on getting to know Jesus through studying His life in the … Continue reading →

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The Best Adventure!

Posted on October 18, 2024 by Mark Cole

I love adventure! I have been parachuting, bungee jumping, bare foot skiing, caving, mountain climbing, scuba diving, high speed snow skiing, backpacking in Alaska, on safari in Africa, extreme mountain biking, white water rafting, back country cross-country skiing in avalanche country, cliff … Continue reading →

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Can God Really See What I Am Doing?

Posted on October 17, 2024 by Mark Cole

I remember sitting in a conference many years ago and hearing a preacher talk about a verse from II Chronicles 16:9.. ‘The eyes of the LORD search the whole earth in order to strengthen those whose hearts are fully committed … Continue reading →

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Can You Really Trust God?

Posted on October 5, 2024 by Mark Cole

Have you ever come to a crossroad in your life and wondered if you can really trust God to show you the right way? Will God really deliver on His promise to direct your path? I don’t know how it … Continue reading →

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