Category Archives: Leadership

The Quiet Strength of Humility in Competition and Creativity

Posted on September 22, 2024 by Mark Cole

I love to compete in sports, especially racquet sports and I also love to lead worship. I have discovered that humility is a foundational principle in both life and faith, and it plays an essential role in the worlds of music and sports. Continue reading →

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7 Keys To Starting In A New Worship Ministry

Posted on September 9, 2024 by Mark Cole

Are you starting to lead worship in a new church? Has God called you to a new ministry? It can be intimidating! I have been working in music ministry for over thirty years. Let me share what I’ve learned from my personal … Continue reading →

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What I Learned From Working With A Billionaire

Posted on September 6, 2024 by Mark Cole

When I was a teenager, I played saxophone and clarinet in an old-fashioned church orchestra. This rag-tag group was at my home church, Glad Tidings, in Vancouver, Canada. A local millionaire (later he became a billionaire and one of  Canada’s richest … Continue reading →

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The Power of Patience and Soft Speech

Posted on August 25, 2024 by Mark Cole

In our fast-paced, often confrontational world, it can be easy to underestimate the power of patience and soft speech. Yet, these virtues hold incredible influence, often in ways that are both surprising and profound. Continue reading →

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The Unbreakable Church

Posted on August 20, 2024 by Mark Cole

In a world that often feels increasingly chaotic, where ideologies rise and fall like the tides, the church—the Body of Christ, His Bride—stands as a beacon of enduring hope and truth. It is not just a building or an organization; it is a living, breathing organism, composed of believers who have been called out of darkness into the marvelous light of Christ. The church has withstood the test of time, and it will continue to grow and endure, not by human effort alone, but by the divine power that sustains it. Continue reading →

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God Uses Imperfect People For Impossible Tasks

Posted on August 14, 2024 by Mark Cole

Throughout the Bible, we encounter characters who are far from perfect. Their stories reveal the raw and real struggles of humanity—flaws, failures, and sins. Yet, despite their imperfections, God chose to use these individuals in extraordinary ways. Continue reading →

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Asaph: The Unsung Hero of Worship in the Bible

Posted on August 13, 2024 by Mark Cole

As Christian musicians, we often find inspiration in the lives of those who have gone before us, especially those whose lives were dedicated to the service of God through music. One such figure is Asaph, a Levite musician, seer, and psalmist in the Bible. Continue reading →

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God Always Comes to Prepared Places

Posted on August 6, 2024 by Mark Cole

In our journey of faith, we often seek divine intervention, hoping for God’s presence in our lives, our homes, our communities, and our churches. We long for His guidance, comfort, and blessings. But have we ever stopped to ponder this simple yet profound truth: God always comes to prepared places? Continue reading →

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10 Keys To Overcoming Temptation

Posted on July 18, 2024 by Mark Cole

Temptation is a universal human experience, but as Christians, we have powerful tools to resist and overcome these challenges. Here are the top 10 common temptations and Bible verses to help us stand firm against them: Continue reading →

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Worship Team: Developing Stage Presence

Posted on July 13, 2024 by Mark Cole

Developing stage presence as a singer or player on a church worship team involves a combination of self-awareness, practice, passion for worshipping God and connecting with the message of the music. Here are some tips to help you improve your … Continue reading →

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