Category Archives: Leadership

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 →

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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 →

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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 →

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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 →

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Attitude Is Everything! (The Attitudes of Worship)

Posted on April 28, 2024 by Mark Cole

I have been leading worship at home and around the world for over thirty years. In my busiest seasons, I have led worship up to fourteen times in a single week. I did not always feel like it. Sometimes I just wanted to stay home … Continue reading →

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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 →

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The Kingdom: Insight From Jesus

Posted on April 6, 2024 by Mark Cole

Jesus taught His disciples to prioritize seeking the Kingdom of God and His righteousness above all else. In Matthew 6:33, He said, “But seek first His kingdom and His righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.” This instruction underscores the paramount importance of aligning one’s life with God’s reign and righteousness. 

Let’s explore Jesus’ teachings about the Kingdom in light of this foundational principle: Continue reading →

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Can God Touch A Nation?

Posted on March 18, 2024 by Mark Cole

In February 2000, I left home for a week to lead worship for Charles Ndifon in Copenhagen, Denmark at ‘Kirken i Kulturcenteret’ (CPH Christian Center). Charles had been in Denmark the year before and had ministered to a small college … Continue reading →

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Learning To Lead

Posted on March 15, 2024 by Mark Cole

For the first ten of years of full time music ministry I was very content to be the guy who was behind the scenes. When I first started, I played in the band and later on I wrote the music … Continue reading →

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Strong Worship Leaders: The 18 Things They Avoid

Posted on March 11, 2024 by Mark Cole

Strong worship leaders develop good attitudes and habits. They keep their heart, mind and spirit right before God and man. Check out these things that strong leaders don’t do, so you can grow and improve. 1. They don’t miss out on … Continue reading →

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